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60 therapy dogs are listed in Onset, MA
The average rate is $30/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 10 years
Therapy dogs in Onset, MA
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(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Donna,
I have been working in the healthcare field for 25yrs. I have hands on experience in a homecare setting, acute care setting, hospital setting, rehab setting, long term care facilities. And also do a lot of companionship, hospice.
Some of my skills include medication management, administering medication,...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
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"Caring sharing loving devoted goes above and beyond very respectful will give 100 percent care will treat everyone like family and how she would hope to be treated trustworthy"
Wendy W.
Janice S.
Mattapoisett, MA
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello.. my name is Janice and I am semi retired. I have had animals all my life and truly do love them. I have had to hire myself and know it is a good feeling to know my feathered and fur babies are well taken care of. I have excellent reference provided on request. I have lived in Mattapoisett since 1983. Would be happy to...
Janice can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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"I wouldn't trust anyone else to watch all my fur babies! Janice is the best! Treats them all as if they were her own pets."
Kimberly B.
Brittney S.
Buzzards Bay, MA
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Brittney and I've been an animal lover for as long as I can remember. I have some flexibility for this spring/summer so feel free to reach out if you're looking for some help! I offer lots of services including drop in visits, dog walking, sleepovers, etc! I also do occasionally babysitting & housekeeping as well!
Brittney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, grooming
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"We hired Brittney a few months ago to help weekly in our house. She makes herself very available for all chores. She is very friendly, very nice, hardworking, has never missed a day, she is always on time and very respectful. All her organization and cleaning...
Ana V.
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(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for several families by providing personal services, including medication prompting, meal preparation, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, transportation to errands or doctors' appointments, and companionship. I also have experience as a server at a senior care center, where I tended to the dietary preferences of...
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, errands, respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning & more
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"Melissa has been helping out with my 73 year old Mother who has Alzheimer's for over 2 years now and has made such a world of difference in our home. When I wake up every day and mentally go over what is on tap for that day, the days Melissa is coming I think...
Jenabeth F.
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Im a very neat and tidy person and love to clean the house in my spare time. Im a new mom and will have my baby in a snugly strapped to me at all times but that will NOT affect my work. I also detail cars with her for extra income and she is not in the way. I have cleaned a lot of houses and as nanny who had to clean walls and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Wall washing, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, dusting & more
Kellie D.
Sandwich, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Case Manager/ Companion/ Direct Care Professional Full Time-Part Time-Respite-Fill In
5.0
(2)
Fully vaccinated. I am a private duty Case Manager and care professional for home bound patients on Cape Cod. You can count on me to be reliable and compassionate with you or your loved one. My educational background includes Nursing, an Associates Degree in Science and a B. A. in Human Services. I am also a professional Yoga...
Kellie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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"As an RN I can say that Kellie is one of the most caring and professional caretakers I have ever met. She is generous with her time, considerate of the wants of her patients while making sure they get all that they NEED as well. Highly recommend!"
Aran I.
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(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm very honest, detail oriented and reliable. Comfortable with pets. References available. Weekly, biweekly, move in- move out, summer rentals, post construction, one time cleaning, I'll do it all. Sit back and relax. Contact me for a free estimate.
Nadia can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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"Thorough work. Baseboards etc. Old fashioned Hand cleaning! No trendy machines. She moved things that I didn't think could be moved! Strong woman even though petite! Obviously has a passion for her work. My house being a challenge took much longer than expected but...
Maureen I.
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(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, home modification
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"I highly recommend Julie. She was an incredible care giver for my mother who recently passed away because of her long term illness. Julie is a caring, positive and trustworthy caregiver. One of my favorite things about Julie is her optimism. She always came...
Denise P.
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My goal is to provide high-quality cleaning services, customized to the needs of each client, and to ensure that their expectations are met and exceeded. I work with care and attention to detail in all cleaning tasks, from general cleaning to deep cleaning of specific areas such.
If you are looking for a reliable, dedicated, and...
Karen can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
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"Karen did a fantastic top-to-bottom deep clean of our home that had us smiling through the whole weekend. She is professional, meticulous, and very kind and polite (we were home through most of her cleaning). Without a doubt, we will have her back for routine...
Kate T.
Jonathan W.
Sandwich, MA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
The CARER Who Specializes In Care For MEN. Also Provide TRAVEL VACATION SERVICES
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(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Middle age male with more than 20 years of recent experience working with a wide range of diagnosis offering his services so that family members or loved ones may have a respite from the daily grind of caregiving.. Though I'm one of the few males in this line of work, I do come highly recommended and enjoy working with the...
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"Compassionate, experienced, reliable, strong, sensitive, intelligent, relatable and down to earth. Rare to get all of that in one person in the field of care givers.
I work in skilled nursing as a physical therapist, so I interact with lots of caregivers like...
Mark B.
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(1)
In addition to elder care services, cooking, shopping, errands and home management, I offer house keeping and cleaning services. These include bathroom, kitchen general room cleaning, bed changing, oven cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dishes, inside window washing, surface polishing, wall washing laundry and...
Julie can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for several different families for many years. I have cared for the ages of less than 3 months old to 14. This past summer I was a full time nanny for a 2-year-old boy and a 4-year-old girl, along with multiple families over the years. With much experience I have learned the skills that are required in care taking...
Isabell can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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"Isabell is the type of person you dream of to take care of your children! She is full of joy, energy, smiles, creativity, plans, activities and there is nothing that surprises her. We are truly blessed to have had her in our family! My two daughters will miss her...
Teresa H.
Amadair A.
Plymouth, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My name is Amanda, my passion along side gardening is caring for elderly. I'm a reliable, dependable, and compassionate licensed caregiver. I have been working in the home care industry for over 10 years, I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to different situations. I enjoy helping my clients with...
Amadair can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Extremely kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, dependable, and dedicated to her clients."
Edythe F.
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(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jane and I'm a retired RN. I earned my nursing degree in 1992, and am currently looking for companionship or Nursing jobs.
I have alot of experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia as well as Diabetes and have also done hospice work with end stage cancer and other diseases.
I have worked at a shelter in Boston...
Jane can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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"Jane is a dedicated worker, she is very caring, compassionate and takes pride in everything she does. Jane is also very friendly and easy to get along with. There isn't much Jane wouldn't do for someone. Jane loves people and animals. You will be very lucky to have...
Bonnie M.
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(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maureen and I have experience in caring for elderly men and women for 25 years. Care has included companionship, light housekeeping, home care, meal preparation, transportation to appointments, and overall assistance.
Over the years, I have cared for many clients with a history of dementia, Alzheimer's and...
Maureen can also help with: Dementia, home modification, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
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"Delightful and caring! Sees what needs to be done, and does it plus extra! Highly recommend!"
Jeannette P.
Loren M.
Sandwich, MA
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Geriatric Physical Therapist/ Caregiver/ Patient Advocate
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(1)
Do you or your loved one need assist navigating through a chronic illness? Does your loved one have medical appts that you are unable to attend or get them to? Are you contemplating assist in the home versus assisted living but unaware where to start the search? I have 18 years of experience as a licensed physical therapist with...
Loren can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia, visiting nurse, respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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"Loren is a caring, focused, knowledgeable in her practice working with my Parkinson's disease husband assisting in safety Therapeutic exercise, and resources. Yes she is my daughter, but I can still vouch for her dedication and follow through. You will be able to...
Maureen M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years experience as a Caregiver through various agencies, and private care. I assist clients to remain independent in their own home by providing personal care, home management, and companionship. I assist with activities of daily living, medication management and administration. I am experienced in day, overnight, and...
Sheila can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, home modification & more
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"I hired Sheila C. to support my sister, who has advanced lung cancer. Sheila has been a godsend!!! In addition to helping my sister with household tasks, she has also delivered groceries, taken her to appointments, and checked in on her. My sister and I deeply...
Pam B.
5.0
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Nice to meet you! I've been caring for furry family members for over seven years now. I've worked with various pets long-term, short-term, and on occasion! My services include walks, feeding, bathroom breaks, time together, playtime, transportation, etc. I have experience working with shy, timid, and protective pets. In addition...
Christianna can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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"Always my go to when I need help looking after my fur babies! She takes care of them twice a day anytime I leave of town. "
Cara L.
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(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Julia, and I love being around animals. I have two dogs and a cat at home that I absolutely adore. I've pet sit for a bigger dog before when a family was away and had no issues. I love pets of all breeds and sizes so that won't be a problem. Please let me know if you're interested in my services!
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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"Julia is great ! She is dependable, punctual, and professional. I would recommend her.
Keltie loves her !"
Debrah L.
Lisa S.
Plymouth, MA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lisa. My two greatest attributes as a caregiver are that I have unlimited patience and I'm not lazy. I am very comfortable with newborns and have experience with children of all ages. They will have a great time with me and we will have lots of laughs! Non smoker, love pets. I graduated from Bentley University and spent...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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"Lisa was so great with our kids. Our 3-year-old can be pretty shy and slow to warm to people he doesn't know, but he took to Lisa right away, and even let her help with the pre-bedtime routine and let her put him to bed (a first, for someone other than us!). We are...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Onset, MA
Donna W.
5.0
Donna is a very caring person with a very strong work ethic, she's very dependable funny and great to have with your family. Donna goes above and beyond to get her job done, I will rehire her anytime
- Tina W.
Janice S.
5.0
Janice is more than a pet sitter, she became part of our family. She is loving, caring, responsible, and trust-worthy. Janice helped us through the last , difficult year of our beloved family dog. Even after our Junie passed, she continued to check in. I adore Janice, and know you will, too.
- Heidi D.
Brittney S.
5.0
Brittney provided excellent service during our time away from our pets. I have honestly never had a better sitter for my pets. To go into a little detail, my vacation was planned during the early parts of the Covid-19 epidemic and the situation was tense and confusing. Despite it all, Brittney...
- Joanna D.
Melissa B.
5.0
Melissa has been helping out with my 73 year old Mother who has Alzheimer's for over 2 years now and has made such a world of difference in our home. When I wake up every day and mentally go over what is on tap for that day, the days Melissa is coming I think "it's a Melissa day" and a smile...
- Jenabeth F.
Kellie D.
5.0
I've know Kellie over the last 7 years. Whether it was taking care of mutual patients of ours, or helping out a friend, she has shown true compassion and consideration for others' needs. Kellie is a dependable and loyal person and anyone would be lucky to have her on their team!
- Natasha J.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Onset, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Onset, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Onset, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Onset, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Onset, 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Onset, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Onset, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Onset, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Onset, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Onset, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Onset, 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.