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WILL BE AVAILABLE TO WORK
WITH CHILDREN LIVE- IN OR
LIVE-OUT I have 10 years of
experience working with kids. I
had experience like teacher in
kindergarten and such nurse in the
hospital. I have training with
Autism Collaboration in Teaching
FACT and disabilities program
ABA. Therapy Checklist. I worked
for South Bergen...
Jussaria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I think I love animals as much as I love kids. I had two service animals, but unfortunately, I had to put one down. I still have my boxer/hound rescue dog, who I love to death. I will care for your pets as if they were my own, and they will be happy and safe in my care until they're back with their humans. I love all kinds of...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Kayla M.
Rockaway, NJ
$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
hi my name is kayla ! I'm a 24-year-old from Rockaway. I graduated from CCM's radiography program in 2021 and currently going back to school full time for radiation therapy. I've had about 10 years of babysitting experience and I have my own vehicle. Throughout the years I have babysat a range of ages so I have alot of...
Kayla can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning
Kayla M.
Rockaway, NJ
$20-30/hr
hi my name is kayla ! I'm a 24-year-old from Rockaway. I graduated from CCM's radiography program in 2021 and currently going back to school full time for radiation therapy. I've had about 10 years of babysitting experience and I have my own vehicle. Throughout the years I have babysat a range of ages so I have alot of...
Kayla can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Andrea R.
Rockaway, NJ
$10-30/hr
Hello I have experience with kids and babies since a very young age taking care of my younger siblings , worked at daycare and babysitting and also with special needs kids and adults for almost 4 years . I have work at 2 companies with special needs people , Helping them with self care , Transportation , Preparing them meals ,...
I'm Natalie and just had my first child in December. I have taken care of children for about 10 years. I started watching family friend's children and then moved onto daycare where I had a lot of newborn and infant experience. I then became a special education for preschoolers for about 5 years. I also worked a lot with autistic...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Andrea R.
Rockaway, NJ
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have experience with kids and babies since a very young age taking care of my younger siblings , worked at daycare and babysitting and also with special needs kids and adults for almost 6 years . I have work with special needs people , Helping them with self care , Transportation , Preparing them meals , light house...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kayla M.
Rockaway, NJ
$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
hi my name is kayla ! I'm a 24-year-old from Rockaway. I graduated from CCM's radiography program in 2021 and currently going back to school full time for radiation therapy. I've had about 10 years of babysitting experience and I have my own vehicle. Throughout the years I have babysat a range of ages so I have alot of...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Andrea R.
Rockaway, NJ
$10-25/hr
Hello I have worked with seniors a nursing home and doctors office , also with special needs kids and adults and seniors for almost 4 years . I have work at 2 companies with special needs people . Helping them with self care , Transportation , Preparing them meals , Teaching them every day skills , Helping them with their goals...
Andrea can also help with: Visiting physician, visiting nurse, respite care, personal care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello how are you?! My name is Joshua and let me start by saying, my passion for animals big or small, fun or laid back, trained or untrained is very high! I love animals of all sorts and can guarantee that whether the task is to watch your loving animal, take your animal on walks, to the park, training them, you will get the...
Joshua can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, grooming, pet transportation, boarding & more
Christine R.
Lincoln Park, NJ
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as very caring, patient, helpful, friendly, and empathetic. I love being around seniors and helping them be happy in their daily life through dedicated care and companionship. I love chatting about old times and love listening.
I have previous experience of taking care of patients with...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Christine was caring, patient, and such a great help in my home. She went above and beyond to help me and made sure to always check on me. "
Yetta C.
Evanisia F.
Wharton, NJ
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience as a caregiver, with love, care, giving my best. I am certified as CHHA, emotional and behavioral challenges and CBT ( Dementia/ depression/ anxiety/ anger); I have experience with medication management, caregiver support, bath, eating health... I have CPR, AED and First aid; Also, I am certified in...
Evanisia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever."
Jessica D.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a full-time pet sitter who is reliable, detail-oriented, and funny. I have been providing professional pet care services for dogs and cats for the past 8 years. I am available for both short-notice and regularly scheduled walks. Should you require overnight visits, I am also available to provide care for your pet in your...
Kristy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kristy has been walking our dog for several years now and is great. She is dependable and takes great care of him. We also use her to visit when the family is on vacation so that our dog can stay comfortably in his home. She is very detail oriented and provides...
Roger L.
Francine M.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My full time job since 1995 has been a stay at home mom raising my four boys. Now, my youngest is 20 years old. I've always enjoyed being around children and pets. I have a Holland lop bunny. I'm friendly, honest, and enjoy helping others and would be interested in child or pet care.
I'm also available to personal shop (food,...
Francine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Fran is fantastic.
She used to care for our 3 children ranging from 6 to 11 and had a great relationship with them all. Having seen her with her own family I had no concerns my 3 would be in safe hands.
I still get told I can't make waffles and mac and...
Beth M.
5.0
(4)
Hi !! My name is Maria , I live in Dover .
I have 12 years of experience. I Support patients by providing light housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. I Assist patients by providing personal services, such as bathing,...
Maria Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had a good experience with María, she is a good person, she took care of my mother, always patient, and attentive in her care."
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Christine and I am a caregiver for seniors and people with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and have taken great interest in working with seniors. I am available to provide most services such as medication management, bathing, food preparation and feeding, mobility assistance, transportation,...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, personal care
5.0
"I want to thank Christine from the bottom of my heart. Christine came into our home with genuine grace, kindness and skill to assist with the care of our mother. She always had a smile and a kind word and made us all feel that Mom was in safe and caring hands....
Laura S.
Melissa M.
Mine Hill, NJ
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education for social studies and in 2021 I received my Master's Degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. I currently work at a high school as a teacher of ESL. My experience includes working in an elementary school, grade levels ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade....
Melissa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melissa has worked as a paraprofessional in the M. Township Schools Preschool Extended Year Program for the past several years. It has been a pleasure to have Melissa work in my classroom. Melissa works well with our youngest learners demonstrating kindness and...
Amy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top...
Theresa B.
Genevieve P.
Hopatcong, NJ
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
Audrey R.
Randolph, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!
5.0
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I'm a former veterinary nurse with well over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and reptiles. Since childhood, I've been a lover of ALL animals but primarily characterize myself as a cat enthusiast. I adore cats of all ages, breeds and temperaments and am passionate about...
Audrey can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Audrey took excellent care of my geriatric cat, administering medications and subQ fluid. She is compassionate and truly loves animals - exactly the kind of person who should be doing this type of work and exactly the type of person that we all seek when...
Cynthia S.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Rockaway, NJ
Christine R.
5.0
Christine was caring, patient, and such a great help in my home. She went above and beyond to help me and made sure to always check on me.
- Yetta C.
Evanisia F.
5.0
She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever.
- Jessica D.
Kristy B.
5.0
Kristy is unbelievable! My mom would visit or overnight sit my four cats for years; we didn't realize how good she was until she could no longer due to illness. I tried Rover, pet sitting services etc., with mediocre to a sitter losing two of my cats while on vacation.
Then we had the...
- Judi S.
Francine M.
5.0
We hired Francine for our 2 yr old boy and infant girl. She regularly helps us out, our kids love her!! She's super dependable and is a lot of fun. We also found out that she's a very good cook :) since her kids are all grown up, her availability is very open and she's flexible with her time
- Jonathan F.
Maria Isabel L.
5.0
Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again.
- Madelin D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Rockaway, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Rockaway, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Rockaway, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Rockaway, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Rockaway, NJ is $17.44 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 Rockaway, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Rockaway, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Rockaway, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Rockaway, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Rockaway, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Rockaway, 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.