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Melissa C.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
My name is Melissa and I have been an animal lover my entire life. I provide pet sitting and care services IN YOUR HOME! My goal is to provide peace of mind to pet parents and a caring and fun experience for your pet(s) while you are away for work, vacation or a hobby. I am an excellent alternative to boarding, your pet(s)...

David S. says "We hired Melissa for dog walking help when our son was a few months old and we needed help taking our dog out in the afternoons. She was always so easy to...

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Naomi T.

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi!! I'm Naomi. I am 26, with a BA in Criminal Justice and a minor in Public Administration. Experience working in ABA therapy providing in-person and telehealth therapy sessions. Began working with children over a decade ago and I love it. Let me help where it counts! General Availability: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (M-F) 3:30 p.m....

Rodney B. says "My family loves her. She's the only one we allow to watch over our children which our 10 yr son has Autism and he adores her. Our daughter's also connect...

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Ranjanie W.

Senior Citizen Caregiver.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
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,...

Renuka K. says "She is very responsible and a great person."

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Margaret A.

Experience Home Health Aide Available Full Time

Newark, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
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,...

Care Member says "Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to...

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Alice S.

Caring Hands And Heart

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
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, medication management, doctors visits, light...

Care Member says "She is a very goodl worker , she took care of my father 4yrs before his transition , I would hirer her again "

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Lijia F.

I Am A Harrisburg Pa Flexible Babysitter At Your Service 24/7

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have current experience in child care as well as housekeeping skills. I really enjoy taking excellent care of children when they are put under my care. I love helping them with homework, feeding, bathing, or any other necessities they have.

Estrella C. says "Awesome work, dependable, does help with extra stuff like light cleaning & food preparing."

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Nike A.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice Services. am passionate about the Job, caring love to assist people, reliable energetic am a fast learner ultimately loving and am God-fearing person

Titilola O. says "Over the years as a close relative of Nike, there have been notable qualities that shone with her. For example, she's very hardworking when it comes to...

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Mirlene N.

Mirlene Cleaning Services

Chatham, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Attic cleaning
dusting
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I LOVE TO CLEAN! I am a house cleaner with over 15 years of experience in hotels, houses, mansions and apartments with high cleaning standards. Responsible, honest, punctual, and detail oriented are some of my qualities. The opportunity to take care of your home keeping everything in the right place and leaving it with a...

Karen W. says "Did a great job! Honest, kind and very good at cleaning ! I recommend her !"

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Karema B.

Housekeeper Worker!!

Newark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Karema. I have more than 15 years of Professional Experience in Environmental Services as a Housekeeper worker working in a Hospital. I've worked at University hospital in Newark NJ, In addition to that I've clean residential homes, private parties, events and offices and way much more!.. I can manage and...
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Carole A.

Smile Creator

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I have an extensive 15 year background in babysitting, primarily gained from taking care of my own siblings. This hands on experience has given me a deep understanding of child development and the patience needed to provide attentive care. Additionally, I have 2 child of my own, which has further enriched my understanding...

Kingi K. says "Carole is punctual, polite and very easy going. She's good with our 9 month old and is able to engage and play with her. Carole is able to adhere to our...

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Rosalia S.

Professional & Affectionate Care (12 Years)

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
home modification
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am committed to delivering the best care and exceptional patient experience. I am devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Maria H. says "Rose takes her job seriously and wants the person in her care to thrive. So much so that she treated my aunt like she would her own mother. She has...

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Magdolna T.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
10 years of experience have fueled my passion for supporting adults and seniors, and ensuring their well-being and independence. Positive experiences in previous care roles have solidified my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. As a Certified Home Health Aide with CPR Training, I provide respite care, live-in care,...

Meridith T. says "Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative...

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Yeliane G.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
Hello!! My name is Yeliane, I am 27 years old and I have a bachelor's degree in speech and language therapy, I graduated from Carlos Albizu University in Old San Juan. I have worked with children of different ages since I was 16 years old. I have given services to families has a nanny and tutor, I have also worked in camps. If...
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Michelle B.

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time.

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
dementia
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
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...

Tangela S. says "Michelle B is a gem! She was wonderful with both of my parents. Her patience and care for them were truly appreciated, as well as her knowledge of their...

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Jessica D.

Energetic Babysitter - Part Time

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...

Patricia M. says "Jessica was so great with our 5 year old son and you could tell she had years of experience with kids! She came prepared with games and fun activities...

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Sopio D.

Sophia Cares

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Sophia, 39 years old. I have 10 years of experience as HHA and PCA working with different patients. My goal is to treat people the way I d love to be treated mostly when I get older and disabled. I own a car with clean driving records, also provide reliable transportation, doctor's appointments and safe transfers. I...

Care Member says "Sofia was very dependable and highly conscientious in her attention to my father’s care. He was always kept clean and bathed. She made effort to see...

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Cindy E.

Very Flexible Nanny/sitter

Elizabeth, NJ

3.7(1)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Cindy, I'm 31 years old. I've been working with children nearly my whole life. I am a daycare cook sometimes when I am not with a family. I've worked with all ages from 5 months to 12 years old. I've assisted with virtual learning for about 2 years. I would love to be of service to you and your family.

Zion B. says "I hired Cindy when my son was 1-2 years old to help me better manage my work from home life during the day. She came on time and always let me know if there...

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Pratibha D.

CNA, Mental Health Technician, RN

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
personal care
hospice services
I am currently working as caretaker I take care of the patients, mostly geriatrics that are unstable to walk and need assistance, patients with dementia, and who have mental illness. I also assist and help patients with special disabilities such as patients with Multiple Sclerosis (patients who are having difficulty walking...

Care Member says "She is very reliable and professional. Works well with individuals with memory impairments, treating them with kindness and compassion. "

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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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Adriana M.

Part Time

North Arlington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...

Nancy B. says "Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.17/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Union, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Union, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Melissa C.

We hired Melissa for dog walking help when our son was a few months old and we needed help taking our dog out in the afternoons. She was...

- David S.

Naomi T.

My family loves her. She's the only one we allow to watch over our children which our 10 yr son has Autism and he adores her. Our daughter's...

- Rodney B.

Ranjanie W.

She is very responsible and a great person.

- Renuka K.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Union, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ is $22.17 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 Union, 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 Union, 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 Union, 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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