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Jessica M.

Watchung, NJ

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Jessie and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children through occupational therapy. In my experience working with kids, I've gained a deep understanding of their unique needs and challenges. Currently, I'm pursuing my MSOT at Seton Hall University. This journey has allowed me to blend my...
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Jessica M.

Watchung, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Jessie, I'm a recent Graduate from West Chester University where I studied exercise science with a concentration in occupational therapy. I love working with kids so I plan on specializing in pediatric occupational therapy. Next fall I will begin getting my masters in occupational therapy as well! I currently...
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Helenanne L.

Part Time Or Full Time Senior Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
visiting physician
personal care
I am a 50 year old mother of one. I have more than 10 years experience in child care and also enjoy caring for the elderly. I cared for my 71 year old mother through stage 4 lung cancer. I made sure she took her medications and ate nutritious meals which I prepared for her. I bathed her, did all her laundry and took her to her...

Austin M. says "Helenanne was reliable, dependable, and took great care of both our elderly grandmother and her dog companion. Our circumstances changed and we no longer...

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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 walking
pet sitting
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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Lauren B.

Personal Details

Garwood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
I like working with kids because being around them is fun, yet challenging and rewarding. I'm looking for a job that lets me provide a service with two purposes. On one hand I get to care for, comfort and entertain an awesome kid, while at the same time being there for the parent when needed and offer some support....

Care Member says "Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my special needs...

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Katherine B.

Child Care Provider

South Bound Brook, NJ

3.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience taking care of special needs individuals, children as well as some senior care over the last 20 years. I have experience taking of a special needs child with Downs syndrome for over a year and was a full time nanny for a toddler with special needs who was born 10 weeks premature and has hydrocephaly and...
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Ivonne D.

Housekeeper/Nanny

Bridgewater, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Refrigerator cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
I had worked as a companion, preparing meals, and cleaning services. I have also worked as teacher taking care of children in Pre-K for 10+ years.

Denise G. says "Ivonne was very professional and so thorough! She is sensitive to specific needs of people in the house and she is so dependable! The ONLY reason we...

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Julie H.

Fords, NJ

4.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
personal care
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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Mzia I.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...

Care Member says "Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she...

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Alison C.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...

Megan M. says "Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we...

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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
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Katia M.

Manville, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
"Immerse yourself in the luxury of a meticulously cleaned home with Katia's Cleaning Services! With over 10 years of dedicated experience, I offer a comprehensive range of top-quality cleaning services for residential homes, condos, and townhouses in Central Jersey and surrounding areas. From bathrooms to living rooms, kitchens,...

Care Member says "Katia and her team are very thorough and always on time. She cleans my home biweekly. Any time I have specific requests to clean something she...

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Valeria B.

New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello my name Is Valeria, I'm 20 years old! I'm offering childcare, pet care. I enjoy spending time with children I have a 4 yrs experience with children care. I have experience with cleaning service I offer cleaning, cooking, laundry, organizing service.

Jasmin H. says "Valeria she's a hard working person very nice and love able She loves to be very organize and she's very responsible when it comes to personal stuff and...

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Barbara N.

Personal Assistant

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
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 three granddaughters, and dog mom to our pitty mix. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I was too...

Care Member says "Barbara is the best! Having worked with me for approximately two years, Barbara is punctual, detailed and very organized. She's also very kind and...

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Nancy M.

Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential. I have worked with at least five families taking care of children as well as the elderly in their home. I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents...

Whitney F. says "Nancy has been with us for about 2 years. She is very reliable and kind. She is great at bringing crafts and other activities for the kids to do and my...

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Jennifer W.

Reader Leader

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...

David M. says "JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed,...

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Jenna X.

Cleaning Services Available In North Jersey Part Time/afternoons & Evenings

Manville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Dusting
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a mom of 3 children. I enjoy taking care of them and taking care of my house. I am looking to work part time during the week. I have recently been helping families clean and organize their homes. I have cleaned basements, attics, garages, sheds, and various rooms in their homes. It has been great to see them using...

Francisco D. says "Jenna works for us on a regular basis. We are very pleased with the work she does, she does an excellent job and takes initiative to make sure things...

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Meybelin D.

Independent House Cleaner

Manville, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dependable & professional cleaning with a personal touch. Customized services offered: Commercial offices Residential homes and apartments Daily, Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly Reliable Thorough cleaning services Satisfaction guaranteed Equipment and Cleaning supplies provided I have a good references and would be happy to...
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Ali H.

Part Time Caregiver

Martinsville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! I am a energetic organized and loving individual to finds caring for children a passion. I have experience working with children ages 0 to 12 in many different capacities. For starters I have experience working as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral services for children on the autism spectrum as well...

Amy D. says "Ali is a true gem. She is a sweet, kind, responsible young woman who genuinely enjoys being around kids. My children ADORE her, as do I. Simply put, she...

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Yeliane G.

Westfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$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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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Watchung, NJ

Therapy Dogs in Watchung, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Helenanne L.

Helenanne was reliable, dependable, and took great care of both our elderly grandmother and her dog companion. Our circumstances changed and...

- Austin M.

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.

Lauren B.

Lauren is the only person I will trust with my kids and pets! She's always patient, loving, and reliable. She's especially great with my...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Watchung, NJ

To find a therapy dog near you in Watchung, 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 Watchung, NJ is $17.50 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 Watchung, 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 Watchung, 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 Watchung, 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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