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Carmen K.

Experienced Caretake Enjoys Caring For Elders.

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
errands
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced and reliable senior care focused on daily needs including cooking, cleaning, transportation and supplementing therapy. With six years of experience in full-time and end-of-life care, plus a natural care-taking personality, I have developed the patience required for clients in their difficult years. Bringing forth a...

Care Member says "Carmen has been a blessing for our family. She has taken care of our Mom for over 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy and did everything she could...

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Zoilyna P.

Part-time Babysitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Greetings! I am an EMT, Health Technician & U. S. Army Veteran. I have worked in family health care for over 8 years. I currently work at a veterans hospital. I have worked closely with doctors to care for all family members of all ages. I am BLS/ CPR certified. A little bit more about myself. I am very family oriented; I...

Care Member says "Zoilyna did an amazing job! She really impressed me with how clean everything was. Very professional and neat. Easy communication as well! Will...

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Melissa M.

Reliable Pet Sitter (available ASAP)

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
dog training
I offer pet walking, boarding and in-house sitting services to help elevate any pet stress you may be experiencing. I require a minimum 2 hour notice ahead of time. My schedule is fully flexible and open to early mornings and evening walks Monday- Sunday.

Care Member says "Melissa is amazing!! She is incredibly professional and handles my not-so-sweet cat with undeserved care. She is the only pet sitter who has...

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John H.

Easy Going, Multi-hyphenate Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hey there! I'm a young NYC resident and recent college grad, looking to be of service to you and your busy family. In the past, I've acted as a day camp counselor for kids age 6-12, taken care of a variety of pets, and tutored middle school students in math, science, and ELA. Additionally, I have a high school level...
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Mariana T.

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a very hands on person. I have worked in the cleaning industry for 10 years. I've worked in private houses, hotels, etc. I do everything from basic cleaning to general cleaning to deep cleaning. I'm a very great cleaner, I'm quick and thorough. In all my 10 years of experience I never got a complaint and each client was more...

Tari R. says "Mariana was wonderful and did a very thorough job cleaning from the baseboards up! She was punctual, quick, friendly and very kind to my senior dog. I will...

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Bridget A.

I Don't Actually Sit On The Babies!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I adore kids! I'm CPR/AED/First Aid certified and recently received a Masters in Journalism from Columbia University. My first experience working with children was in 2010 as a teaching assistant at ABC Echo Park Children and Family Center. I was responsible for 7-10 infants/toddlers, at a time, and ensured that they were...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Bridget babysit our 2 year old for six hours and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment she arrived,...

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Josephine A.

Responsible Sitter!

Woodside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi! I am a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. I can look after the children when the parents are away. I can establish positive relationships with the kids and encourage them different activities and guide them in making arts and crafts. And take them to the playground when the weather permits. Thanks

Kelly Ann G. says "Josephine is so sweet! She is genuine, kind, and professional. I can rest at ease knowing my baby girl is in her hands. I would trust her around my...

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Brianna G.

Exuberate CareGiver With A Beaming Personality

Bronx, NY

3.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Brianna. I have 4 years of experience working with children from infant and adolescence stages on. My expertise is rooted in paying attention to detail and I have honed my craft in exhibiting exceptional communication skills. I can provide swimming supervision, assistance with arts and crafts, cooking and pick-up...

Melanie L. says "I spoke to Brianna on the phone and messaged her several times through Care.com. She was punctual on the phone and responded promptly to all my messages....

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Monnet J.

Teaneck, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've been working with newborns and toddlers for 10 years now. Presently, I've been doing an on-call job, and date night. Message me anytime. I'm passionate when it comes to taking care of children(babies, and toddlers) simply because I love children specially when interacting with their needs and wants. My years of experience...

May P. says "I know Monet personally. She is raising her children as God fearing and responsible persons. She is dependable and trustworthy. She will go out of her way...

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Taitem T.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
I have provided childcare services for over 10 years now. My experiences include: babysitting, full-time nannying, providing speech therapy services, and preschool teaching. I graduated from San Diego State University with my Bachelor of Arts in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences in 2021. I continued my education and...

Kallie T. says "Taitem is a wonderful and engaged care provider. My girls took to her immediately and love having her come "hang out" with them. She is extremely...

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Mst R.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
transportation
Provide home services for senior clients, such as grooming, bathing, mobility and medication reminders. Provide escort, transportation and errand services. Perform housekeeping, light maintenance, cooking and meal planning. Provide companionship and mental and physical stimulation. I love to help people doesn't matter at any age...
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Olivia G.

Thoughtful And Caring Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi my name is Olivia :) I am a graduate of Columbia University's Masters Occupational Therapy. I have extensive experience working with kids. I have been a part-time nanny for an infant, toddler, and young elementary aged kid, a live in nanny for a family (kids aged 8, 11, and 14), worked as a head counselor at an elite sleep...

Star K. says "Olivia is wonderful! She worked as an after school sitter a couple of days a week including school pick up. She was dependable and my kids and I adore her."

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Paola P.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
"Reliable and experienced housekeeper with over four years of experience in maintaining cleanliness and organization. Able to perform basic cleaning tasks, organize deep sanitation spaces, and tend to general housekeeping tasks efficiently and on time. Committed to providing customers with superior service and satisfaction."

Edward N. says "Excellent work ethic, pleasant demeanor, independent thinker, gets the job done right the first time. I highly recommend Paola."

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Alicia N.

Part-Time Or Full-Time

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
basement cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I am Alicia, and I am 62 years old. I am looking for work. I have experience in cleaning services, cabinet organization, laundry, organization and cleaning bathrooms, organization and kitchen cleaning, deep cleaning and general cleaning of floors and windows. I also have experience in caring for children from newborns. I like to...

Jamie C. says "Alicia is fabulous! She has been a daily housekeeper for our family for over a year and handles all day to day care for our family's home. She is a great...

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Akeela M.

Hello!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
With over 15 years of experience in childcare, I bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to every family I work with. My extensive background ensures that I provide high-quality, compassionate care tailored to each child's needs. I am also a skilled driver with a clean driving record, offering reliable transportation services...

Care Member says "Akeela is highly professional and attentive. She has the compassion and diligence necessary to provide quality services."

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Elizabeth C.

Licensed Teacher Pre-K Through 6th Grades

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$100/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With over 20 years in NYC and Westchester working in the field of education, and a mother myself, I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. My specialties are math and science for children in upper elementary and middle school, however I've worked with children as young as 3 and as old as 16, and taught literacy and...

Care Member says "Elizabeth is a great tutor. She tailored her teaching to each kid and is always patient, knowledgeable and make learning fun. We are glad to have her...

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Paola G.

Dear Families

Woodside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi dear families!! My name is Paola, I am from Bogota Colombia and like work in babysitting because I love sharing time with kids, teaching with games and funny activities and doing different stuff. This is a great life experience because I could share with north American families and learn about the culture and language. I...

Lynnette C. says "Paola was the Au pair (similar to a live-in nanny) for my son when he was 9-21 months old. She was kind, caring, patient, fun, and calm throughout the...

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Marites D.

Dependable And Reliable

Astoria, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
18 years of experience in hospital settings . Food and beverage expertise in preparation and setting up in high quality services. Own catering services private chef and healthcare professional. Fun loving person and integrity is my best policy.
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Nurys B.

Physical Therapy Aide

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I love the children. I am a good person, friendly and a collaborator. I have a lot of patience. I am a physical therapist in my country Colombia but I worked as physical therapy aide in this country, and I like helping people!

Care Member says "We had a delightful experience with Nurys and her daughter. We came to town for a wedding, not knowing anyone in the area, and needed a sitter for our...

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Andrea J.

Occupational Therapist

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Errands
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Skilled occupational therapist with experience in subacute rehab, nursing homes, acute hospital care, and outpatient hand therapy. I have worked with patients of all kinds ranging from pain management to joint replacements and stroke / neurology patients. I am open to a variety of care needs, feel free to reach out to further...

Care Member says "Andrea is a dedicated, insightful, and highly knowledgeable physical therapist. Her calm and friendly demeanor makes engaging in the session an...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Ridgefield Park, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Ridgefield Park, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Carmen K.

Carmen has been a blessing for our family. She has taken care of our Mom for over 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy and did everything...

- Care member

Zoilyna P.

Zoilyna did an amazing job! She really impressed me with how clean everything was. Very professional and neat. Easy communication as well!...

- Care member

Melissa M.

Melissa is amazing!! She is incredibly professional and handles my not-so-sweet cat with undeserved care. She is the only pet sitter who...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ridgefield Park, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ is $22.00 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park, 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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