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Tracy J.

Attentive Caregiver, Educator And Companion

Newton Highlands, MA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I primarily work with children with ASD/ ADHD and sensory processing disorders. I am a registered behavioral therapist (RBT/ABA). Informal training includes Erica Key's Learning Seeds social skills, JASPER play, speech, and occupational therapy. *I am not certified as a speech or OT, but have attended and worked closely with...
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Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! I'm Jane, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care for your furry friends. With over 20 years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting, I understand that each pet is unique and deserves personalized attention. My goal is to ensure that your pets are happy, healthy, and well-cared for while you're away. Services...

Care Member says "Jane has been nothing short of amazing helping me and my pets! She’s prompt, detail oriented, kind and has great communication. I have animals with all...

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Caring And Committed Caregiver And Babysitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.

Alysia A. says "Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our...

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Fun And Reliable Sitter

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
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$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've worked with children ages 3 and over for over 5 years, whether that in homes or as a daycare employee. I have training as an Emergency Medical responder and in CPR, and can provide copies of the certifications ( although the Emergency Responder is currently expired). I have just finished my degree in Communication Sciences...
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About Me

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...

Alysia M. says "Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."

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Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified. Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life. Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes. Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...

Amy D. says "Roddy is exceptional! Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright! He genuinely cares for his clients and...

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Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hello! I have had ample experience working as a caregiver in the Greater Boston Area. I have worked with care. com's backup care service since the summer of 2016 and have subsequently provided care for numerous families during my winter and summer breaks in Boston. I have experience babysitting children ages 8 months to 13...

Tugce K. says "Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so...

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Waltham, MA

4.9(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, I'm Alison! I am currently seeking a regular/recurring night nanny position. I am also available for event and vacation sitting, date nights, weekends, etc. I have over 13 years of experience, with lots of newborn and infant care history, previous full-time day and night nanny experience, newborn transition, and experience...

Care Member says "Alison was amazing with our 11 month old son for a wedding babysitting evening. From the start she was super responsive, friendly and intuitive with our...

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Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Experienced, educated, artistic and neuro-affirming career nanny based in Somerville is looking for a part-time (15-30hrs a week) nanny position. I'm Lilia and I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and 4 years of experience in education as an ESL teacher and a paraprofessional in Cambridge Public Schools. I'm also an...

Therese S. says "Lilia took care of our 2-year-old for nearly a year, until we moved away this summer. She was very responsible, kind, caring, and super responsive and we...

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Providing A Professional Care That Brings Warmth To Each And Every Client Needs.

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
3 years experience
Errands
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'm a very devoted and compassionate caregiver for the past seven years. I have helped patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and diabetes. Also activities of daily living (ADLs). In addition, which may includes help with assistive devices such as wheelchair and more. Caregiving has been a passion of mine ever since I started doing...

Care Member says "Donnette has proved time and time again to be an excellent caregiver to my mother who not only has Alzheimer’s but is a stroke survivor left with...

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Creative Responsible Female Seeking Senior Care Positions

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects. In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years. I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation. I am...
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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
1 year experience
Dusting
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
move-out cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello!! I am a dedicated and detail-oriented housekeeper with 3+ years of experience in maintaining pristine homes and providing excellent customer service. I have customer service skills because I have also worked at a restaurant for a number of years. I have proven ability to organize household tasks, manage laundry, and...

Judi W. says "Children adored her. She's very patient and loving."

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New Grad Occupational Therapist -- Part-Time Baby Sitter

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...

Samira E. says "Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!"

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Child Care Provider

Wellesley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Neem and I use they/them pronouns. Currently attending Lesley University in the M. A. program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy. I have extensive experience with neurodivergent and traumatized youth. I am happy to provide references. Children are valuable...

Melissa M. says "Kaitlyn has watched my twin boys several times since they were 4 years old (they are now 6). She is kind, responsible and dependable- never had any...

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Home Health Aide Available

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I have 20+years of Experience caring for Seniors. My Professional Experiences are caring for people with ALS, Dementia, Alzeimers, Parkinson's, Diabetic, and Cancer. I'm dependable, reliable, and honest. I'm very passionate about helping the Elders & Disabled and my purpose is to provide quality care in the manner that best...

Stuart G. says "Maribeth is very dependable/reliable, personable and caring. She cared for my spouse who has Alzheimer's and requires total care. "

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Cleaning Service

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
My name is Inglid. I have 10 + Years of experience in cleaning. It will be a pleasure to work with you!

Care Member says "Inglid does an exceptional job at our condo. She is professional, thorough, and very pleasant. She has worked with us for well over a year and we are...

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Companion/Caregiver/Exercise Assistant/Home Helper

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
personal care
Good evening, My name is Robert and I am applying for your Personal Care Assistant position. I am a Certified Physical Therapy Aide and Massachusetts Licensed CNA/HHA with 20+ years of experience in long term acute rehabilitation working with acute/chronic medically complex patients with multiple diagnoses. I have worked at...

Celeste D. says "I worked with Robert Physical Therapy Aide, for three years at a Hospital. Robert has proven to be professional in his appearance and in his...

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Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, I've been working with children for over 12 yrs as a full-time nanny, and it continues to be a role I truly love. In addition to my nanny experience, I'm also a proud mom of two amazing young men, 23 & 25 years old. While raising my boys, I served as a firefighter & EMT for the town of Brookline - a chapter of my life...

Kate B. says "I cannot recommend Chris highly enough. She helped keep our family afloat for 6+ years, kids ranging from 3 months to 14 years old. Her ability to juggle...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...

Rudy C. says "Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her...

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Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Maria, I am 33 years old, I am from Mexico and I graduated as a teacher in preschool education. I have experience taking care of children almost 10 years and working with them professionally 5 years; I have taken care of newborn babies up to 7-year-old. I am an active person, I like walking with children, doing...

Clementine F. says "Maria took care of our 5 month old daughter almost every day 9-4pm for about a month until we found a daycare. She was always punctual, reliable and...

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  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Newton Highlands, MA

Therapy Dogs in Newton Highlands, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Jane H.

Jane has been nothing short of amazing helping me and my pets! She’s prompt, detail oriented, kind and has great communication. I have...

- Care member

Denzil P.

Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He...

- Alysia A.

Maria V.

Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her.

- Alysia M.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newton Highlands, MA

To find a therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, MA, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Newton Highlands, MA is $30.00 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, MA. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, MA, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, MA, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.

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