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Cindy S.

Paramus, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
vacuuming and/or mopping
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello.... I'm Cindy. Need help making things a little easier around your home? Whatever the job is, I am sure with my 15 plus years of cleaning experience, attention to detail, and amazing organizational skills I can get the job done for you. Please refer to my profile for a full list of all services. I provide all of my own...

Care Member says "Cindy is excellent! Very reliable and a fantastic housekeeper. Our home has never been cleaner."

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Peter M.

I'm Very Funny And A Charming Person

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
personal care
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping.. I'm very hard working man I can fit in where ever I go and a loving person

Esther A. says "I highly recommend Peter M. for a home health aide position. He is incredibly attentive, ensuring that those in his care feel comfortable, safe, and...

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Jill N.

Tenafly, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
Hi there! I am Jill ! I am a reliable, kind, creative and fun person with caretaking experience as a babysitter and camp counselor. I absolutely love working with kids acting as a caretaker, friend and warm addition to their support system. In addition to nannying, I also can provide tutoring services, run errands or do other...

Care Member says "We love’d Jill. She was reliable, engaging and fun. My kids (9 and 8) report that she was never on her phone and she always had fun activities planned....

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Lorraine D.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Attic cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I grew up in a household where cleaning and organization was top priority. My passion for cleaning and organizing comes from my mother who always made it a fun and therapeutic experience. I am a full-time Paralegal with a cleaning/ organizing business currently servicing families in the Northern New Jersey. If you are looking...

Jeff A. says "Excellent service and even better cleaning! Very thorough, punctual, and kind. I highly recommend Lorraine for your next cleaning!"

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Erin G.

Wood Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
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Ana R.

Wyckoff, NJ

3.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
My name is Ana, from Mexico where I studied Psychology (Bachelor's degree). I have great experience in the field of childcare no matter the age of and I also do have lot of experience with newborns and twins. I've been working as a nanny since almost 6 years ago (starting as an Au Pair). -Au pair of 3 kids, 2016 to 2018,...

Eleni S. says "Took care of our 3 month old for a few months. Not the right fit for our family. Presented very differently during interview process than on the job. "

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Hulda J.

Experienced Companion/HHA

Westwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
Live-in services Over 20 years of experience Cooking and cleaning Transportation of patient to doctor's appointments Daily living needs and care services

Hulda J. says "I don't even know where to begin. She's so amazing. She took care of my dad like it was hers. She's an angel. I could refer her to anybody. Thank you for...

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Donna H.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
Certified Home Health Aide, responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services, while assisting with medication. Provide caring companionship, promoting excellent in clients care in accordance with each client. Dementia care provider. dependable and reliable. discuss what time are available to fit client...

Care Member says "Very nice, patient and professional. Donna is also very reliable."

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Sandra B.

Child Care Services

Garfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Sandra. I have a certification in Home Health Aide, I am also child CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with a family in Passaic, NJ for a year and six months as a teacher of two children. My childcare experience is more extensive than that, In the past few years I have worked in two different day cares:...

Charlotte C. says "Sandra takes her role as caretaker seriously. She is responsible and nurturing. She has cared for my 6 month old for two month and has become part of...

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Christine S.

EXPERIENCED, Trustworthy & Kind!

Elmwood Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
10+ years of experience w/ seniors both in-home care and in facilities. I have strong references, am extremely compassionate, upbeat, patient, kind, very engaged, trustworthy, and reliable. I am trained in personal care, physical therapy assistance, bathing, feeding, transporting, and have been contracted through hospice. I...

Erica M. says "Most dedicated hard working person I've met. Loyal. Trustworthy. Every quality one would want for employee she possesses. Personally and professionally."

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Ameny D.

Part Time Babysitter

Clifton, NJ

4.6(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Ameny. A little about me? I have been a professional child care provider for about 12 years now. I have worked as a family nanny/babysitter and have worked for many day cares as their lead infant room teacher and assistant teacher. I'm a very hands on, interactive, loving care giver. My goal with any child in my...

Deborah S. says "Ameny has become like part of our family. She took care of our 9-year-old daughter and 4-year-old Autistic son after school for a year. She was amazing...

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Tomasz G.

Related Senior Care Services

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
personal care
+ 1 more
I took care of an 80-year-old woman in NJ for two years and a 90-year-old woman for one year. I have done residential care for an 80-years-old Dementia, Parkinson, wheel-chaired gentlemen. And also have cared for an 86-year-old fifth stage of Alzheimer gentlemen. My last assignment was caregiving and companionship to a gentleman...

Penelope C. says "Not only does Tomasz help with my husband's personal care, but he has established a relationship with him that resembles a friendship. My husband looks...

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Ruth V.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Nanuet, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a mature, responsible and retired NYC Police Lieutenant. I have raised 2 children of my own in addition to servicing the city and working with children of all ages on a day to day basis. I am CPR and first aid certified. I really enjoy being around children and would also like to help working parents feel safe and at ease...

Care Member says "There are no words to describe how amazing Ruth is. We have been beyond lucky to have had Ruth as part of our family for the past couple of years as she...

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Madison R.

Mahwah, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had dogs my whole life and have two dogs now. I have trained one of my dogs to be a therapy dog. I love to go on walks and am very patient.
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Marie A.

Pet Caregiver

Allendale, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
dog training
pet sitting
I love animals, and have the most experience with dogs. My family over the years, has had turtles, parakeets, cats, hamsters, rats, goldfish and dogs. I must admit that dogs are my true love. I have enjoyed training them, and have taken excellent care of them. Unfortunately, I recently lost my Max to illness and I currently do...
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Gina B.

Licenced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Allendale, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I am a mature, skilled, patient and creative practitioner. Along with my license as a COTA, I am a 25 yr yoga teacher, musician and mother of three adult women. I have rescue dogs and am an empathic and understanding person.
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Samantha F.

Part Time Babysitter (Flexible Hours)

Clifton, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Samantha, I'm currently looking to work with children and families in a position that is considerate of my schedule as a Graduate level student. To tell you a little bit about my background, I graduated with a BA in Psychology from Pace University in the Spring of 2020. I then went into healthcare services...
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Andrea D H.

Housekeeper/Clean Service

Oakland, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Attic cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Andrea and I' m a housekeeper/clean service and also pet-sitter/dog walker. trustworthy, loyal and hardworking. My performance is effective and that they are happy with my skills. I' m looking for part time cleaning job per week and I have more than 15 years of experience and excellent references. I also...
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Kameron W.

Passionate And Trustworthy Dog Lover W/ 2 Of My Own!

Wayne, NJ

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
10 years of experience watching and loving dogs! Through Kamie's Canine Services I am able to give you peace of mind, and do what I love. Would love to chat more and see if this would be a good fit.
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Scyler L.

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, I'm Scyler and with 16 years of experience as a military/police canine handler, I bring a wealth of expertise to dog walking and training. As a former kennel master in canine training and a specialist in private sector K9 services, I have honed my skills in working with dogs of all sizes, from the smallest breeds to...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.40/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NJ

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

Cindy S.

Cindy is excellent! Very reliable and a fantastic housekeeper. Our home has never been cleaner.

- Care member

Peter M.

I highly recommend Peter M. for a home health aide position. He is incredibly attentive, ensuring that those in his care feel comfortable,...

- Esther A.

Jill N.

We love’d Jill. She was reliable, engaging and fun. My kids (9 and 8) report that she was never on her phone and she always had fun...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ridgewood, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, NJ is $18.40 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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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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