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Victoria S.

Newton Upper Falls, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
grooming
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
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Newton Upper Falls, MA

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$20/hr
Organized individual with own transportation. Can run errands, bill payments, grocery pickup, house sitting, arranging services, assisted shopping, etc.
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Caregiver Conveniently Located In Newton

Newton Upper Falls, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
[Red Cross Certified] My priorities are to have a calming approach with children and encourage activities daily for their motor skills and cognitive abilities. I have had experience with multiples of children , and prefer to manage the day with a routine. When it comes to taking care of children, I believe it is good to meal...

Angela S. says "Victoria has been such a help with our 3 year old! It was great having some activities she set up for him on the weekend, along with helping to organize...

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Caregiver Located In Newton

Newton Upper Falls, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
[CPR and First Aid Certified] I prefer to take an approach that can push people to the best of their abilities, involving motor and sensory skills along with STEM based activities. I have had experience with multiple care needs including: GERD, CHARGE Syndrome, Autism, G-Tube, Cornelia De Lange Syndrome, Acid Reflux, ADHD,...
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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
Errands
meal prep
personal care
respite care
hospice services
+ 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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Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...

Care Member says "Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"

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MUZZLE NUDGE Pet Care And Boarding.

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Boarding
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
Animals are my love and passion. I am a skilled Certified Dog Trainer with over 25 years of pet care experience and excellent references. I offer safe and nurturing in-home pet sitting and pet care services for a wide range of animals, including dog, cats, fish, and small mammals: - workday check-ins and feedings, overnight...

Care Member says "Natalya is the best. So glad we found her. She is reliable, conscientious and gives our fur babies lots of attention. Going away on vacation is so...

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Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
I am interested in providing both cleaning and pet care services. While I have more experience in professional cleaning, I am passionate about expanding my skills in animal care as well. I'm dedicated, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn, making me a reliable choice for both pet care and cleaning needs. Disclaimer:...

Paula H. says "I'm a single mother of a 14 year old girl and also a dog owner, Diana has been of great help during my busy work schedules, emergencies, school and...

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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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Dorchester, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
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CNA Here To Help

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
personal care
errands
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience and am highly motivated and skilled in senior care. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have worked with patients from various backgrounds.

Care Member says "Birie was the primary caregiver for my elderly dad who was suffering from Parkinson’s disease. My dad had many physical challenges that grew...

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Lizzy L In Somerville, MA

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a clinician at a therapeutic day school with a Master's in Drama Therapy from Lesley University. Fun fact about me: I have nine younger siblings! On top of my experience with children in therapeutic and school settings, I have ample experience caring for my nine mini-me's as well as babysitting and working with...

Xabier L. says "Lizzy is fantastic. Our 15 month daughter loves her, both play all day long. She is super punctual. We would definitely hire her again."

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Housekeeper/ House Cleaning

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I have experience as a housekeeper / house cleaning so that I can show my organizational skills and cleaning experience to keep a house well cared for and organized. I like to help families / people with the daily tasks they don't do, the people I work for are very happy and grateful. I am punctual, responsible and full of...

Care Member says "Karine and her team have been excellent. Super responsive, very thorough with their cleaning and very reliable communication. "

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Part Time Housekeeper

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am positive of my ability to work extremely well in an environment that requires excellence in cleaning services. It Is not just about dusting and mopping; it is about how performing these duties will engender positive customer experiences.
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Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Madi and I live in Wellesley, MA. I am currently a college student at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA as a Special Education major. I have always loved animals, big and small. I now have about 6 years of experience in pet care as my friend and I used to run our own service in and around the neighborhood....

Solomon B. says "Made a terrific connection with our Goldendoodle. Professional, courteous and trustworthy. We will recommend to our friends and family!"

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Cleaning Services

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
window washing
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
Passionate about service, and cleaning, over 15 years of experience with great testimonials and references.

Care Member says "Aura and her team are great and have been doing work for me for years. I trust her for my own personal home as well as all my projects that I build to...

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Highly Skilled Professional In HomeCare Setting.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
Professionals with 10+ years experience skilled in Acute, Skilled Unit Services, Memory care and Homecare setting.

Buz L. says "A lovely person who was incredibly patient and professional. Highly recommended."

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Rental/Residential/Commercial Home Cleaning Service.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Attic cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
I clean every house I nanny for as part of my responsibilities. Purely because I have on OCD personality and cleaning seems to soothe this job comes naturally to me. I clean my parents seasonal rental properties and additionally clean my fathers business offices and work vans.
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Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi i'm Chelsea! I am a young professional who just graduated from grad school and moved to Cambridge from North Carolina. While I am currently working a 9-5 in biotech I miss working with kids in my day-to-day. For the past two years, before I moved to Boston, I was working as a nanny/home health aide for a family with 4 kids....

Care Member says "Chelsea was great with our kids and immediately engaged my 5 year old in conversation. We will definitely have her babysit again!"

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Newton Upper Falls, MA

Therapy Dogs in Newton Upper Falls, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Victoria S.

Victoria has been such a help with our 3 year old! It was great having some activities she set up for him on the weekend, along with helping...

- Angela S.

Natasha H.

Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!

- Care member

Natalya B.

Natalya is the best. So glad we found her. She is reliable, conscientious and gives our fur babies lots of attention. Going away on...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newton Upper Falls, MA

To find a therapy dog near you in Newton Upper Falls, 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 Upper Falls, MA is $22.50 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 Upper Falls, 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 Upper Falls, 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 Upper Falls, 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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