Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Norwich, CT
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Norwich, CT
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Norwich, CT
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a certified CNA for over eight years. I have extensive experience in Alzheimer's and Dementia. I am also a former EMT so I am knowledgeable in CPR and first aide care. I have experience in COPD using oxygen therapy, cardiac care, catheter care physical therapy exercises and bathroom and showering. I have also been...
Colleen can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"In the short time that we employed Colleen to care for our mother who had Alzheimer's, we came to know, trust and love her! From the very beginning she proved herself to be professional, knowledgeable and a very caring individual. Colleen was always very prompt,...
Linda U.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...
Rebecca S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was a caregiver in our church nursery for several years. I was most impressed with how naturally and creatively she played with the young children and toddlers. She immediately sat on the floor with them and engaged them in active play, or followed their...
Jill W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Jamie, wife and mother of 2 loving girls (10 and 8). I have worked as a nanny for about 6 years total, for three wonderful families, prior to starting my own family in Jan. 2013. Before my second child was born in Aug. 2015, I was the full-time caretaker for 2 children in my own home, for 18 months. I am looking to...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaimie has worked for our family for almost 2 years. My two children will be going to preschool in the fall and we will miss her tremendously. When she started, my son was 1 and my daughter was 2.5 years old. Jaimie is a master at everything from preparing...
Paul M.
Casey S.
Quaker Hill, CT
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am available ASAP for date night and/or weekend childcare needs, and reside in Niantic, CT.
I received my Bachelor's in Psychology and Communications and just recently graduated from an Occupational Therapy program in Hartford, CT. I have worked as an educator for 4+ years and have extensive training and...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
As a passionate dog lover with a knack for understanding canine behavior, I bring 3 years of experience in dog sitting and walking. Having a dog of my own, I developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of pups (love, toys, and treats). My mission is provide top-tier care to every pooch I encounter! I strive for...
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting
my name is Julia and i m 21 years old.
I am an animal lover and have had pets all my life (cats, dogs and even reptiles). I have pet sat and dog walked on occasion for others animals as well as my own.
I am new on care. com as a pet care provider but I have used care. com for child care jobs as well over the past three years...
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
December 2019 - February 2024 (4 yrs)
Developmental Therapist Associate & Service Coordinator at Beacon
February - November 2019 (9 months)
ABA Tutor at Park Avenue Elementary School
Position: ABA Tutor providing behavioral and instructional practices of Applied Behavior Analysis.
February - September 2019 (7...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I provide pet care and walking in your home. I absolutely adorable all animals and have many years of experience taking care of dogs, cats and bunnies and have also provided dog walking services. Please consider me to look after your precious furry friends when you are away!
Jenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to having been a behavioral...
I have been working in physical therapy for nearly 30 yrs in mostly geriatric settings and I am licensed in the state of Ct . I work very well with the elderly and always treat them as if they were my own family members with respect, dignity and patience. I am very interested in a live in companion opportunity and feel that I am...
Ronald can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I'm flexible too.
Ayabulela can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to having been a behavioral...
Michael can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I am a Certified and License Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience in a variety of settings, including home-based services, schools, and Early Intervention. I currently work with infants and toddlers with developmental delays in Early Intervention. I also have experience in ABA and have previously worked as a Behavior...
Jessica H.
New London, CT
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have experience caring for special needs individuals and seniors in their homes, assisting with errands, money management, cleaning, meal prep, and grocery shopping. I have passion for helping people become the best person they can be. I also have experience as a program director at a vocational agency who serves adults and...
Arianna H.
Hope Valley, RI
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have paid experience in customer service for over a year and a half. I can do laundry, clean bathrooms, kitchens, vacuum and sweep/dust/mop. I am ok with pets. Written instructions and directions for the tasks you need me to complete are very helpful and will help me do my best at servicing. I have a car and I can provide my...
Arianna can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Brianna V.
Pawcatuck, CT
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I hold a degree and certification/license in Occupational Therapy and have 7 years of professional experience working with children from birth to age 21 in a range of settings. I have worked in child care centers, schools, and home based settings with families. I currently work in Early Intervention with infants and toddlers who...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Desiree E.
Waterford, CT
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello,
I am a 34-year-old female. I work for a defense company in CT. I LOVE animals and I love to summer in RI. In my home I have 3 dogs and aside from that, have pet sit for family, friends, and as a side job for many years. I am looking to spend the summer months living in RI. I enjoy staying active with working out, the...
Linna E.
East Lyme, CT
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an RN with many years of experience caring for patients of all ages and needs. I have a particular love for elder care and for those with special needs. Multiple retirements (I am very fortunate) from senior care, the State (Supervising Nurse) and from a private agency, New England Services where I was the Director of...
Linna can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
I am a very compassionate, funny, caring and personable woman, who loves meeting new people and providing service no matter the task.
I am reliable, bright, humble and have very good problem solving skills.
I have a wide variety of interests including, hiking, tennis, traveling and most of all art.
I feel as though I would...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Norwich, CT
Colleen S.
5.0
I have to second the review from Mark that states, stop your searching and hire Colleen immediately! Best decision I ever made for my dad. In the short time Colleen was employed with us to help care for my dad she became like family, someone we could truly rely on. Colleen is a very special person....
- Lianne P.
Arielle S.
5.0
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...
- Rebecca S.
Julia H.
5.0
Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly. Julia is honest about my kids and she...
- Stacy R.
Jamie C.
5.0
Jamie worked for us for roughly 6 months and it was a sincere pleasure to have her help us. She was excellent with my children and always reliable.
- Jaime R.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Norwich, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Norwich, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Norwich, CT, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Norwich, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Norwich, CT is $20.36 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Norwich, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Norwich, CT. 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Norwich, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Norwich, CT, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Norwich, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Norwich, CT, 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.
Ratings for Norwich, CT therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Norwich, CT are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.