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Paulina A.

Loving Pet And Animal Caretaker!

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am the lucky owner of a rambunctious 3-year-old black lab, pitbull, and cane corso mix! My dog Mater was adopted from a shelter (he's originally a dixie dog!) and is 80 pounds of pure muscle, so I'm stronger than I might look! :) In addition to being Mater's owner, I have had pets for many years, have experience pet sitting,...
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Experienced, Enthusiastic, Reliable, And Creative Care Taker

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a reliable, creative, kind and patient person with 5+ years of experience working with adults and children with intellectual, physical, developmental disabilities and medical complexities in and around the Boston area and now in the Pioneer Valley. Additionally, I have nannied children from 3 months to 12 years old for 6+...
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About Me

Northampton, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am not offering these services at this time. Good luck in your search for help.
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Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with daily task , Transportation Services ., I will describe myself as a very easy going person, Reliable, organized, compassionate and supportive person .
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Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
Kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
Ability to deliver exceptional cleaning services while demonstrating strong communication, time management, and attention to detail. Dedicated cleaner with 5+ years of experience in commercial and residential settings.
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Furry Pet Friendly Sitter

Northampton, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I'm Karen! Growing up my best friend was my pet dog and I know how much these furry pets means to us. I just like you want someone safe, caring, active and attentive with such furry friends. And I could be the perfect match for you and your furry friend. I am very active and love to run with a furry friend beside me as...
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Kind And Compassionate - Friendly Care For Your Loved One

Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Philip. I'm a 45-year-old I have experience taking care of the elderly. I'm a kind person. My grandfather had Alzheimer's and dementia and so does my mother. I'm compassionate and empathetic towards people's needs. If you need help taking care of a family member, making sure they get their medication, making...
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Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

Northampton, MA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

Northampton, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Fun And Active Babysitter!

Northampton, MA

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$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
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Northampton, MA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Mass Certified Preschool and Infant Toddler Lead Teacher. Knowledgeable of developmental milestones and able to craft customized activities based on a child's interests and needs. Current CPR and First Aid. Experience with a wide range of ages, from 6-month-olds to high schoolers. Education Degree, plus Montessori Assistant...
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Northampton, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
home modification
Hello my name is Jasmin and I love to support elderly women in an in home environment. I pride myself on being kind and caring. I currently work at Linda Manor, Assisted Living Facility that serves elderly people. There my position is a server in the kitchen. I give elderly people dinner, drinks and dessert. Effective verbal...
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Northampton, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am Olivia, and I bring over five years of experience in childcare to the table. My background includes two years at the YMCA, where I managed after-school programs and provided childcare services for parents. Most recently, I worked at aBaystate Children's Hospital, a position I left to accommodate my school schedule. I am...
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Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
My name is Crystal, I am 44 years old. I have worked as a nanny for 15 years and enjoy playing with and taking care of children. I am kind, fun, and caring. I am a very involved nanny and am comfortable with pets and housekeeping. I started my professional experience working with children at a Montessori school house for a...

Care Member says "Crystal has been caring for my kids since 2019 when my son was a baby. She has been babysitting for us since, and is a very important part of our...

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Calm And Caring Doer

Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
personal care
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as calm, thorough, friendly I like caring for seniors because conversations and my ability to understand the care needs of seniors I'm looking for a job that has some flexibility and where I can assist in maintaining a good quality of life I started caring for seniors when I was young and would...
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Independent PCA And Pre-nursing Student Providing Quality Home Health Care For All Ages.

Northampton, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
I have spent the past 10 years cultivating a broad and specialized skill set in health care, in order to provide exemplary health services in the home and clinics for people of all ages. Currently, I work as an independent PCA for people with physical and mental health disabilities, while also taking pre-requisite courses for...
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Positive Sitter With The Goal To Leave A Smile On Your Children's Face At RThe End Of The Day!

Northampton, MA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Karen, I have spent most of my life caring for children of all ages from 3 months-12-year-olds. I have always provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm currently a pediatric dental assistant student. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated,...
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have a lot of experience working with special needs children, including nonverbal autistic kids. I spent years caring for my siblings who were diagnosed with autism, and then spent six months working as a paraprofessional for a severe developmental needs room at an elementary school. I have a lot of empathy, patience,...
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Personal Care Assistant - Caregiver - HHA

Amherst, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...

Care Member says "Ridan has been great caring for my father! He’s always punctual and dependable, makes good connections with my father and does really well with adapting...

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Part Time Housekeeper Available

Florence, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Experience with household cleaning and organizing. Thorough one time cleaning, weekly cleaning and upkeep, laundry, and organizing services.

Judy M. says "Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!"

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.56/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Northampton, MA

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

Crystal B.

Crystal has been caring for my kids since 2019 when my son was a baby. She has been babysitting for us since, and is a very important part...

- Care member

Ridan D.

Ridan has been great caring for my father! He’s always punctual and dependable, makes good connections with my father and does really well...

- Care member

Paige H.

Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!

- Judy M.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Northampton, MA

To find a therapy dog near you in Northampton, 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 Northampton, MA is $21.56 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 Northampton, 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 Northampton, 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 Northampton, 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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