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60 therapy dogs are listed in Springfield, NJ
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Springfield, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Caregiver for every age group!
I have an MA in Psychology, graduated Magna Cum Laude from FDU in 1997. I was a Scout leader for 18 yrs. I'm active in my community and church. I am friendly, flexible, nurturing, honest, discreet, respectful, none judgmental, kind, safety conscious, and committed. Hands-on,...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is a wonderful nanny. She is warm, loving, and took such wonderful care of our daughter. Our daughter has never warmed up so fast to anyone! She has initiative around the house, kept our place clean and tidy, even with all the baby toys. She did a great...
Kate M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I have worked with ages 1- 17 years. I am also the senior teacher for the children's ministry at my church. I love working with children. I am also a part-time Physical Therapy student and hope to specialize in the pediatric field.
Kethrina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ketrina was on time, worked very hard and my son liked her. I only used her one time, but I was very satisfied with her."
Rachel C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a family of 10 children and I am the second eldest. I grew up in a busy household and recognized early that I wanted to make a career out of working with children professionally. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in honors psychology and neuroscience taking courses in lifespan psychology and early child...
Ashley can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley is a hard working and reliable young lady. She gives of her time and talents to minister to others."
Leslie H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you're looking for the practical solution to all of your caregiver needs, look no further! Child care filled with love and attention? You found it! Errands to be run? Done! Schedules/Closets/Offices need organizing? Check! If these sound like areas you need fulfilled, I can most definitely be of service! Allow me to introduce...
Talita can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Talita is wonderful with our son. She is very interactive with him, from reading to him to play, she brings enthusiasm and positivity to her work. "
Justin H.
5.0
(1)
My name is Alice I have over 20yrs experience in senior care I provide numerous services for family members, close friends, neighbors and co-workers. I am able to provide work references upon request. long and short term care. my services include personal care, meal prep, feeding, medicine management, doctors visits,...
Alice can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is a very goodl worker , she took care of my father 4yrs before his transition , I would hirer her again "
Care member
Aileen B.
Newark, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aileen and I am a 24 years old college student. I'm working on my physical therapy assistant license. I have years of experience with infants and toddlers (mostly premature/disable children) helping them reach their milestones and fine motor skills. I love to bake healthy snacks, create lots of arts and sensory...
Aileen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aileen is wonderful!! She's very responsive when communicating and has such good energy. My son enjoys being around her and she's very self sufficient so I don't worry about him at all during the day when she's there. She left my home clean when we arrived back. We...
Nicole L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!!
My name is Alaysheia but you can call me Allie! I'm here to help with all of your childcare needs! Think of me as an assistant, a household manager of sorts. I have over 10 years experience, caring from children ages 1-12 and 4 years caring for children with special needs as well. I am punctual, consistent and...
Alaysheia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alaysheia has been a great help for our family. She's punctual, dependable and caring. She always arrives on time and communicates her schedules well in advance. She gets along well with the kids and takes excellent care of them. In addition, she also offers...
Yuwen Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications
Assist my patients in the bathroom
I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them
Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
5.0
(1)
I have been working in the childcare field for 7 years (references available for a chat). Currently working on my BA in Early Childhood Administration.
I'm bi-lingual (English/ Portuguese);
My services include:
Care for your child,
Meal prepping,
Help with home work,
Public transportation,
Errands such as grocery...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Gabi is the most caring thoughtful and responsible babysitter! She became part of our family and I trusted her with my two kids 100% of the time. She had the energy to go outside with them everyday as well as come up with fun and interactive inside activities. We...
Gabriela H.
5.0
(1)
I am a dedicated and caring worker who has been taking care of young children and elderly individuals since 2016.
Responsibilities include:
1. Providing a warm and welcoming care environment
2. Listening to a patient's needs, wants, and other suggestions about their care
3. Attending to patient's hygienic needs such as bathing,...
Ranjanie can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"She is very responsible and a great person."
Renuka K.
Nevaeh W.
Orange, NJ
$38/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a nurturing, patient & reliable sitter with about 4 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to small children. I do well with children because to them I'm not a parent or guardian, I'm like a big sister. With that I know I can provide a fun, energetic & loving environment along with the supervision that I am...
Nevaeh can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nevaeh is only 18 yet she is SO GOOD with children. She's amazing with infants and toddlers. I hired her for a month during her winter break from school. During this time she cared for my then 8 month old son & 2 year old daughter. The kids actually both had the...
Brenda S.
Kyrsten G.
New Providence, NJ
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**Just a heads up: No longer available!**
Hi, I'm Kyrsten! I have been babysitting for 9 years and I have worked for many families whether it was weekly babysitting or just date nights.
I just received my Masters of Occupational Therapy and am now a licensed Occupational Therapist. I really enjoy playing games or doing...
Kyrsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Kyrsten is amazing with my kids. She is reliable, fun, professional and I put all of my trust in her when she’s with my kids. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
ABOUT ME:
I AM FULLY VACCINATED.
Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021)
I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic young 23-year-old individual.
I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and...
Melissa R.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families, a NCS/Postpartum Doula with over 20 yrs of experience. My 2 yr old son and I are available for daytime or evening care, looking for a family in need of high quality, specialized care. I am very passionate about the work I do and the families I support. My services include specialized care for your child based on...
Charity can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"My family absolutely loves Harmony. I had a good feeling about her since the day we first met and she has never let us down .. always comes in on time and is willing to stay later or come earlier when needed which is a major plus for us. We have b/g twins which is...
Sabirah M.
4.5
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very talented and responsible Home Health Aide who is a very compassionate, patient, kind-hearted and loving person seeking to take care of the elderly and people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities. I have 11 years' experience in elder care and have cared for people with: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer,...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maggie is very caring and loving. She has excellent interpersonal skills. Dependable loyal and Trusting."
Ronnie J.
Shirley D.
Summit, NJ
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Shirley. I am highly responsible reliable, and trustworthy with excellent references about my last experiences. I have the experience with children of all ages. . I used to take care of 3 kids and they were all under the age of 6, and including twins babies (7months)I have a lot of experience with babies. During the summer,...
Shirley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shirley is independent. I enjoyed working with her. My kids are always asking about her because she's amazing. I will definitely hire her again."
Jabu S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hard working private housekeeper with 13 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning, childcare, and budgeting. Experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping service on live-in and live-out basis at families' primary residences and vacation homes.
Tiffany can also help with: General room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Erica ! I've been babysitting for a handful of years and working in the childcare field for 6 years, I'm in college pursuing social work as a senior and looking for a fun family to work with! I also do ABA Behavior Therapy as my second job.
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Erica was great with my son she was always on time and my son loves her they had a lots of fun together whether she took him out to the park or just stay home but she also made sure he did his chores and read a book. Erica was a great sitter and always work with...
Erich K.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(3)
My name is Violeta. I am a certified home health aide. I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. I have worked in NYC, Westport, CT and New Jersey. Through...
Violeta can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all mom's physical care, meal preparation, laundry and light house work. She drove my mother to doctor...
Lisa Z.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Springfield, NJ
Melissa G.
5.0
Melissa is a wonderful nanny. She is warm, loving, and took such wonderful care of our daughter. Our daughter has never warmed up so fast to anyone! She has initiative around the house, kept our place clean and tidy, even with all the baby toys. She did a great job with hand washing and sanitizing...
- Kate M.
Kethrina C.
5.0
Ketrina was on time, worked very hard and my son liked her. I only used her one time, but I was very satisfied with her.
- Rachel C.
Ashley M.
5.0
Ashley has been our nanny for over five years. She has been fantastic! She has taken exceptional care of our four children. My husband and I highly recommend Ashley as a nanny.
- Staci S.
Talita T.
5.0
Talita is wonderful with our son. She is very interactive with him, from reading to him to play, she brings enthusiasm and positivity to her work.
- Justin H.
Alice S.
5.0
She is a very goodl worker , she took care of my father 4yrs before his transition , I would hirer her again
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Springfield, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Springfield, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Springfield, NJ is $21.89 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 Springfield, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Springfield, 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.