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Rafaela R.

South River, NJ

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Rafa, I'm 26yo, I have a law degree from PUC Minas in Brazil and currently doing a postgraduate degree in cognitive behavioral therapy. I am married and plan to have kids soon. I'm very responsible, reliable, patient, caring and creative. My first language is Portuguese, I speak fluent English and I'm currently...
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Arline F.

Home Caregiver Available Full Time

South River, NJ

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
The skills and knowledge I have gained through my 23 years experiences will help me perform extremely well for any private and organization. Some strengths of mine include: Provide assistance and essential daily services to the dogs that have been entrusted to me during the vacation of the owners. I have provided essential...
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Ana Paula P.

Servicios De Limpeza

South River, NJ

from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience. Providing you with a excellent service is my commitment. I would love to care for your house cleaning and make sure you be happy always. Call for a free estimate.
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Luana A.

South River, NJ

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Refrigerator cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
move-out cleaning
oven cleaning
Hello. Are you interested in my cleaning service? I have references and experience. Feel free to send me a message. Thank you!
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Rafaela R.

South River, NJ

from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Rafa, I'm 26yo, I have a law degree from PUC Minas in Brazil and currently doing a postgraduate degree in cognitive behavioral therapy. I am married and plan to have kids soon. I'm very responsible, reliable, patient, caring and creative. My first language is Portuguese, I speak fluent English and I'm currently...
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Alice D.

Years Of Experience,free Estimate And Good References. Responsible Housecleaning,working With Love.

South River, NJ

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
My service is quality guarantee, with over 15 years of experience with residential and commercial clean. Now days , is very important to be able to know who is coming to work in your house before they start. Let me provide you , some good references to give you a peace of mind. I also have insurance. Thank you Very Truly...

Care Member says "I am writing to highly recommend Alice for her outstanding house cleaning services. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and reliability have been...

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Narcissus M.

Experience Nanny Or Caretaker

South River, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have over 22 years in the Special Needs field . I can help with many services for children and seniors. I bring years of hands-on experience working with children, teens and adults with special needs, including those with autism, developmental delays, and behavioral challenges. I've served as a therapeutic foster parent and...
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Samantha L.

Need A Babysitter? I'm Your Gal!

Somerset, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a second grade teacher in Somerville, NJ, but live in Somerset. I love kids, I have been working with them for years and would love to meet you and your lovely family and help out in any way I can. . I was a lifeguard for 6 years, have my Master's Degree, and have experience in Customer Service and Childcare. My...

Care Member says "She’s very super friendly very understanding and accommodating she works with you and it’s very patient!. She takes time to help u with your teachings...

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Maria S.

Part -time Pet Care Giver

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds and enjoy caring for them.

Wendy M. says "Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he...

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Eden G.

Fun Sitter And Expert Fetch Player

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
Caring for my two pups is the best part of my day. I also enjoy pet sitting for friends and family when they go on vacation, and am looking forward to expanding my walking/petting/boarding services here on care. com. I am a recent college graduate who is trying my best to add some goodness to the world, one happy pet at a time....

David R. says "I had to leave the state for a few days and I needed someone to watch my young puppy and cat. Eden was very professional and absolutely wonderful with...

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Juliana C.

Old Bridge, NJ

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
General room cleaning
dusting
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Juliana. I have been doing housecleaning for more than 15 years and I can ensure a high quality cleaning that will leave your house sparkling. Same person in your home every time. I am dependable and I take pride in my work. My references are available upon your request. Your satisfaction is always guaranteed or I...

Robert C. says "We hired Juliana 2 years ago, and we already know how great of a cleaner she is. But I want to emphasize how careful she is doing during this pandemic...

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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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Amanda F.

Kind, Loving, And Responsible Nanny

Monmouth Junction, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I am a young woman with a kind, loving, fun spirit. I have a lot of experience with children from ages 2 months to 12 yrs old. I began babysitting my first 2-month-old infant at the age of 12. I have worked in a family owned home daycare which has been in business for over 25 years, so I have had the privilege to work hand and...

Care Member says "Amanda was fantastic. She was reliable, on time, and extremely knowledgeable and experienced in caring for infants and toddlers. We hired her for 5...

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Matthew S.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
I Started caring for my brother with special needs when I was only a child myself. I developed my selfless nature thereafter. I'm an extreme extrovert. Making others content brings me complete fulfillment. I have been a paid caregiver for more than 10 years. I had experience using Hoyer lifts with bedridden or stroke clients. I...

Falguni B. says "Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of...

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Mavis N.

Compassionate Caregiver

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
mobility assistance
I am a Licensed caregiver here in New Jersey very compassionate and experienced with more than 7 years experience in elderly care. I have skills with dementia, Parkinson, ALS, multiple sclerosis, stroke , Alzheimers, fall risk and bed bound patients. My strengths among others is ensuring your loved ones are safe in their homes...

Care Member says "Ms. M. is a very lovely and patient caregiver. She was a great help to me during my knee replacement surgery "

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Camelia M.

Loving, Patient And Compassionate Baby Sitter

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. My 2 daughters are my highest achievement making me proud every single day. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French...

Rubina S. says "I am writing to express my recommendation for Camelia M. Cami has worked as a babysitter for my two year old toddler for the last 9 months. She serves as...

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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
kitchen cleaning
organization
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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Julie H.

Fords, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I'm a positive and reliable, patient person. I like to watch and take a good care of the old people, to make there life easy with love and caring

Diane D. says "Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother."

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D'onna C.

Part Time Childcare Provider

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
I am currently a full-time Lead Teacher at a childcare center looking for an opportunity to do something fun and entertaining during my free time and to earn some extra money while at it. I've breezed through the site, and I see some interesting possibilities that I may enjoy. I have some experience in this area, so I figured...

Arnold D. says "D'onna is a quiet but intellectually strong person. Very sweet personality. Willing to learn and work hard as a team member or individually. Can be...

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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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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.29/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in South River, NJ

Therapy Dogs in South River, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Alice D.

I am writing to highly recommend Alice for her outstanding house cleaning services. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and...

- Care member

Samantha L.

She’s very super friendly very understanding and accommodating she works with you and it’s very patient!. She takes time to help u with your...

- Care member

Maria S.

Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In...

- Wendy M.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in South River, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in South River, 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 South River, NJ is $23.29 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 South River, 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 South River, 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 South River, 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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