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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
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is RosalÃa, I'm Brazilian,
I'm a friendly, lovely , flexible person.
I like clean houses , I love my work.
I need complete my schedule. I need more jobs .
I stared in cleaning houses in 2003 .
In my spare time, I like to cleaning my house, and spend time with my childrens.
One thing you should know about me...
5.0
"Rosalia is THE BEST. Honest, hardworking, the epitome of the American Dream cause she earns it. And she does it because she is a good person and she likes helping others. All this is external of her cleaning skills which are meticulous. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!"
Lucy S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I worked as a PTA in Home Care for 19 years, doing rehab for strokes, Parkinsons, fractures and overall weakness.
Many of my patients had Alzheimers or other dementias. Preserving someone's dignity through this painful transition is essential. This requires compassion, a sense of humor and attention to the changes in...
Janice can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"When I think of total care, I think of Janice. Her empathy is intuitive, and her years of experience and learning from patients with diverse sets of needs shines through in her patience and adaptability to every situation. Janice cares gently but deliberately so...
Lisa G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...
5.0
"In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child. "
Audrey G.
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley, and I'm looking for a part-time job while I am in my fieldwork for occupational therapy. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 and am in my 3rd year of graduate school. I have experience as a nanny, paraprofessional, and direct support professional in a group home. Please message me for my resume!
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver "
Becky N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mary J and I am a sophomore college student, studying Occupational Therapy. I am looking to find a summer babysitter / nannying position. I have five years of experience caring for children.
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was an absolute dream and savior for us this summer! She cared for my 5 year old daughter and her two older cousins much of the summer. She was energetic, upbeat, careful, engaging, and just so kind and warm with the kids. They absolutely loved her and my...
Laura B.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would describe myself as caring, compassionate and attentive. I like taking good care of people in need so that they can live independently and with dignity. This is a very satisfying job for me because I get to create a bond with my clients and make a difference in their lives. My responsibilities include: preparing meals and...
Keta can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Keta is a great pleasure to work with she took care of my mom as if she was a close relative the relationship she build with my my is a blessing I would recommend her any time lovely lady."
Nadine J.
4.4
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Shadélee, you can call me Shadé for short. I would be honored to be your sitter. I personally LOVE children and I love being apart of their growth as amazing human beings. I grew up babysitting children all my life. Growing up in a huge family it is kind of inevitable. I later took a job in a summer camp working...
Shadelee can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shade was incredible with my little one! My 15mo old is in a phase where she is very wary of new people and she took to Shade almost immediately. She is so warm, upbeat, energetic and responsible. Absolutely will hire again and again."
Sharon W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of people as far back as I can remember. It started as a pre-teen taking care of children. Now, as an adult with adult children, I started helping out with my grand parents. I'm a Certified Home Health Aide now and I'm able to extend my love and services to other families that don't have the assistance at...
Yolanda can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Yolanda was an awesome help to my mother while I went on vacation. She made my mother feel very comfortable. Yolanda was caring, polite, and punctual! I'd definitely recommend her and will certainly reach out to her in the future!"
Michelle A.
Angela D.
Linden, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over10 years of experience as a certified patient care provider. I can help with Transportation Services if necessary. I have worked with patients with disabilities , cancer alzhiemers and Dementia. I am compassionate, patient and a non smoker. I will communicate with both patient and family. I have worked in kosher homes...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Reliable, punctual, got along well with my mother whom she was taking care of. She took very good care of her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, if you are a parent seeking childcare services to run errands, etc. or date nights, please reach out to me with advanced notice.
Looking forward for you to reach out to me,
Stacey
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Stacey worked with our family for almost 4 years, caring for my special needs son from the ages of 2 until 6, until we moved out of state. I wish we could have taken her with us! She treated my son like he was her own and loved him like he was her own child. She...
Care member
Abgail C.
Colonia, NJ
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have the same schedule for 18 years. Total experience in cleaning houses. Good in bathrooms, kitchen.
Services offered in deep cleaning
- Bedrooms: I Change and make the beds, dust, remove cobwebs, Clean ceiling fans, I clean the baseboards, vacuum carpets and wipe floors.
Bathrooms: I remove dust, scrub bathtubs, toilets,...
Abgail can also help with: General room cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Abgail is very nice, professional and hardworking. She is always on time and cleans very well. She is very independent and uses her discretion. She is a very nice person."
Jose S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A letter of recommendation and/or my resume will be shared upon request.
I am a student earning a degree in Secondary and Special Education. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting ages 1. 5-14. I have taught preschool for a year, in which I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns-5-year-olds. I...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah is great. Very upbeat and engaged, patient with my very high- energy 8-year-old. Arrived on time, followed instructions, an overall pleasure to work with. And my son loved her. I recommend her without reservation. "
Care member
4.4
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lily, I'm from Brazil. I offer a service with more than 8 years of residential experience on a regular weekly and biweekly basis. I have a valid drive license. I am a trained worker with a lot of experience in cleaning and organizing. My service is fast, efficient, flexible and affordable. It is designed to meet your...
Liliam can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Lilliam (Lilly) has a lovely personality and her cleaning is top notch!
She is very thorough - my home is spotless and has a wonderful scent after each cleaning. I highly recommend Lilly!"
Kathleen N.
Alyssa M.
Linden, NJ
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Alyssa! I'm a graduate student pursuing a masters degree in occupational therapy with the intention of working specifically with children! I spend a large majority of my time organizing group events for high school aged kids, and when thats out of season I counsel elementary-middle school aged children at a...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Alyssa is probably one of the most reliable people I have known. We were in need of sitters last year for a wedding at our church and Alyssa immediately jumped up to help. She is excellent at deescalating stressful situations for kids and meeting them where they...
Cecil R.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a housekeeper for 17 years in Brazil. I've been a full time Amazon technician and manager of my own schedule for almost one year. I always care to deliver the service I provide with appreciation and professionalism.
Geni can also help with: General room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Geni did a fantastic job cleaning our 3 story townhouse. She went above and beyond what was expected to ensure the property was spotless. I would definitely continue to use her services in the future. "
Care member
Uchechukwu O.
Rahway, NJ
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Exceptional Caregiver. Positive Role Model. Big Sister Figure.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Uchechukwu- a highly skilled, educated (M. Ed.) and passionate Governess and Nanny with admirable attributes, professional work ethic and outstanding references. I have spent over 15 years providing a laundry list of families with quality childcare services that suit their lifestyles, needs and preferences. This...
Uchechukwu can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"It wouldn't be an overstatement to say Uchechukwu saved our year! Because of Covid, we made the decision to keep our kids home this year and create a "pod" with another family, so we needed to find a caretaker that could both manage the older kids' kindergarten...
Jennifer L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to two granddaughters, dog mom. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I am too young and energetic to...
5.0
"Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her. "
Care member
Patricia D.
Newark, NJ
$40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Patricia , I am Portuguese and I work as housekeeper. I work 2 hours daily in each of my clients keeping houses neat and clean.
Services:
Organization (beyond standard tidying)
Making beds
Trash
Daily chores
General Room Cleaning
Wash dishes
Laundry
Load Dish Washer
Thank you for you time
Best Regards
Patricia
Patricia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting
5.0
"Punctual, responsive and amazing at her job. Very easy to work with."
Pranil G.
Blanca R.
West Orange, NJ
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Blanca, I live in west orange. I provide office and residential cleaning, I own a small cleaning business, which I provide the cleaning service myself alone with family members when need it. My objective is to do the best cleaning possible so I can make my clients happy.
Thank you.
Blanca can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Looking for a reliable and thorough house cleaner? Look no further!
Blanca responded to my initial inquiry immediately. She is friendly and treats my home and belongings with care. My home looks and smells great at the end of every cleaning. I couldn't be happier...
Lauren H.
5.0
(4)
With over three decades of unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of individuals in need, I am a seasoned Home Health Aide committed to providing exceptional care. Throughout my 25 years in this noble profession, I've diligently supported patients with compassion, empathy, and expertise. I have dealt with various types of...
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle is very caring, patient, empathetic, knowledgeable, flexible, adaptable, highly skilled, and goes over and beyond for her patient to ensure safety and security."
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Springfield, NJ
RosalÃa T.
5.0
Rosalia is THE BEST. Honest, hardworking, the epitome of the American Dream cause she earns it. And she does it because she is a good person and she likes helping others. All this is external of her cleaning skills which are meticulous. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
- Lucy S.
Janice G.
5.0
Jan is truly one of a kind. The level in which she cares for her patients is unmatched. She provides a level of care and empathy that goes beyond anyone else that I've come across in this business. She doesn't just take care of your loved one, she provides them genuine companionship which allows...
- Beth C.
Yafrany G.
5.0
In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child.
- Audrey G.
Ashley L.
5.0
Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver
- Becky N.
Mary J.
5.0
Mary was an absolute dream and savior for us this summer! She cared for my 5 year old daughter and her two older cousins much of the summer. She was energetic, upbeat, careful, engaging, and just so kind and warm with the kids. They absolutely loved her and my daughter is VERY shy - she warmed...
- Laura B.
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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.