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Cathi A.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...

Dawn V. says "Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia...

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Susan I.

Child Care

Parlin, NJ

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
I work taking care of kids for some years now I am happy in this field because I am able to meet the clients need when they need my services And I give my best at what I do one thing you should no about me I am very trustworthy patient caring and understanding.
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Tina A.

Parlin, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your home. Compassionate and responsible pet sitter with hands-on experience in handling a pet care services including walking, overnight pet care, and medication administration. Ensure that pets are fed and given water at proper intervals. Make sure that pets are walked several times a day to take care...
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Donna P.

About Your Caregiver

Parlin, NJ

from
$24/hr
I am very personable, caring and attentive. I like caring for seniors because I value their impact and appreciate the years of wisdom that come along with aging. They may have cared for others along their journey. It is a blessing to care for them and improve their quality of life. I started caring for seniors at a young age...
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Veronica F.

Nanny

Parlin, NJ

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Child care has become my passion and to service families to help them with their children is the most rewarding job
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Sabrina A.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I started caring for seniors when I was taking care of my grandparents I knew I had a passion to help wanting to give them the best of quality of life that I possibly could and happiness. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my children. They are young adults in college so I try to spend as much time with them as I can....

Steven C. says "Sabrina is punctual, knowledgeable, hardworking and caring. She is attentive and engages our father in conversation during her time with him while also...

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Gabrielle S.

Holmdel, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Gabrielle and I recently graduated in October from New England institute of technology with a masters degree in occupational therapy. I am looking for a part-time job while I study for my boards exam and I have my own transportation with a clean driving record. Currently I am looking for a family that can be...

Allison K. says "Gabby is absolutely amazing. She is so wonderful with my 9 month old son and has been caring for him since he was 3 months old. She is super interactive...

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Donna C.

Part-time Caregiver

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
Hello all, I am a parent, auntie, mother figure, nanny/sitter, foster child advocate and mentor. My service is multicultural. All are welcome. I call myself a "LITTLE PEOPLE" magnet. I love all children, but my heart holds a passion for infants. It feels good knowing I'll play a role in nurturing their development. I have been...

Breanna F. says "I would definitely hire Donna any time any day . Loving caring & a very special person to me & my family . Love her to pieces not only because she loves...

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Liz R.

Occupational Therapy Student With A lot Of Experience With Children Requiring Special Attention

Marlboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a master degree in occupational therapy with a psychology minor. I currently work in early intervention and out patient therapy. I am a ASDCS, trained ADOS administrator, IEP advocate, and parent coach. I have educational and clinical experience with ABA and a vast understanding of how to carry out behavioral plans. I am...

Sarah C. says "Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not...

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Ketevan G.

It's Something I Carry With Me For The Rest Of My Life.

Marlboro, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Reliable, service focused home health aid with excellent patient care skills, earned through 25 years of experience. Compassionate and skilled in attending to patients in many different health care settings. HHA certified, RN graduated. Working with people in needs is an unbelievable privilege and it's something I carry with...

Diana J. says "It's my honor to recommend Ketevan (Kate) to a lucky person for a healthcare need to you and your household as a primary care taker. She has worked for...

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Camelia M.

Patient And Caring With Good Communication Skills

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...

Michelle M. says "Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my...

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Tahira R.

Professional, Loving, Caring, Patience, Humble

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm very passionate about senior care, Kind, Caring, Loving, Humble, Calm and happy positive, Empathetic. Furthermore, able to provide Physical, Emotional and psychological support to my clients. PT assist, with meal preparation, medication management, by mouth, diet exercise and give insulin, sugar monitor, Assist with bed...

Care Member says "Tahir was very caring and thorough while meeting with my brother. Unfortunately as much as I wanted her to care for my brother, our schedules would not...

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Kellie O.

Personal Care Attendant

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
Hello! My name is Kellie. I am an experienced Personal Care Attendant and highly dedicated worker. I have worked in a nursing center for 5 years and have taken care of people privately in there homes. I have business and personal references upon request. I cook, clean, change linen and schedule and transport clients to...

Edith O. says "Warm cheerful understanding ! Some how she understood our needs before we did. Always totally dependable!I would recommend her 100%"

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Amanda R.

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My names Amanda. I've owned hamsters, parakeets, a bunny, hermit crabs, kitties and a dog (a Bichon). I love playing and taking care of my pup. He's been with us for 8 years now! I currently have three kittens and a full grown kitty too!! I have experience from working with a pet care service and can give you contact...
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Robyn P.

Part Time Baby Sitting

Fords, NJ

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I have 12 years experience babysitting. I have worked with special needs children for over 5 years. I am great with Small children and pre teens. I love the outdoors, great with baking and creative projects. I am Currently a licensed Insurance agent with The Hartford but I am looking to rejoin the Nanny force. I truly enjoyed my...

Courtney B. says "Robyn was punctual, respectful and very mature. She was caring towards my children and very sweet. "

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Susan B.

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots). I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....

Mike L. says "I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even...

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Beth L.

The Art In House Keeping :Assisting The Elderly

Matawan, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
I am an experienced housekeeper, and organizer who will make your home shine and sparkle to the fullest extent. I have over 10 plus years performing this service, so look no more! Please contact me at your earliest convenience to discuss how I can make your home look amazing! Cleaning is an art so you provide all your favorite...
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Donna M.

Part-Time / Full-Time Babysitter Available

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am the mother of four grown children. I am interested in providing my services an expertise to assist parents in babysitting their own children. My genuine love and maternal instincts are truly an asset that any parent would appreciate from a caregiver to their loved one. I believe in positive reinforcing, challenge your...

Katie B. says "There are many things I could say about Donna, but most importantly, we trust her with our three young children. It was not easy for me to find someone I...

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Marlaina M.

Reliable And Loving Sitter

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm an animal lover with a couple years of experience caring for furry friends of all sizes and breeds. I'll treat your pup like my own, providing them with plenty of love, exercise, and playtime. I'm reliable, responsible, and flexible, and I'll always keep you updated on your pup's adventures. **Services:** Daily walks and...

Dani B. says "Marlaina was AMAZING with my fur babies!! She kept me informed the entire weekend with photos and updates to how they were adjusting. She paid attention to...

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Agnieszka J.

South Amboy, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
Greetings, I am Angie. I am 40 years old. I have dedicated half of my life to working with elderly individuals. I possess extensive experience in various areas such as mobility assistance, feeding, managing feeding tubes, occupational therapy, physical therapy, memory exercises, and engaging activities. I have accumulated 15...

Care Member says "Took care of my mom for me , Caring attentive person. Accommodating to the hours I needed. I would highly recommend "

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.80/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Parlin, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Parlin, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Cathi A.

Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom...

- Dawn V.

Sabrina A.

Sabrina is punctual, knowledgeable, hardworking and caring. She is attentive and engages our father in conversation during her time with him...

- Steven C.

Gabrielle S.

Gabby is absolutely amazing. She is so wonderful with my 9 month old son and has been caring for him since he was 3 months old. She is super...

- Allison K.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Parlin, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Parlin, NJ, 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 Parlin, NJ is $17.80 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 Parlin, NJ. 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 Parlin, NJ, 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 Parlin, NJ, 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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