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60 therapy dogs are listed in Wayne, NJ
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Wayne, NJ
5.0
(1)
I possess a flexible, trustworthy, and detail-oriented personality, coupled with substantial experience and a compassionate nature.
I'm actively pursuing a local job opportunity where I can leverage my expertise in caregiving, customer service, and personal assistance. My journey in the workforce commenced during my teenage...
Jasmin can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(2)
My name is Julie I am a mother and have experienced with children. I am experienced in childcare. I have a few years of experience in the school system. I am a certified substitute teacher and a paraprofessional. I am also experienced in behavioral children as I am experienced with children of special education. I am also a...
Julie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Julie is a dedicated hard worker. I could always count on her keeping my home tidy and impeccable. She is honest and a wonderful person. I highly recommend her and wish her the very best in all her endeavors."
Carmen S.
Anastasia P.
Garfield, NJ
$27-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Babysitting and tutoring services offered*
Babysitting :
My experience starts with my childhood because I am the oldest of four and then as I got older I perused babysitting as a real job which I truly fell in love with. I also worked as a teacher assistant at a school. I am looking for some one who needs after school care and...
Anastasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She's been babysitting my 6 month old baby so she is versatile when it comes to a kids age. She adapts to her work environment and it showed with how she treated my kid! This babysitter was great and I appreciated how much she cares for not only my children's needs...
Joseph B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Christine and I am a caregiver for seniors and people with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and have taken great interest in working with seniors. I am available to provide most services such as medication management, bathing, food preparation and feeding, mobility assistance, transportation,...
Christine can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care
5.0
"Christine was great with my mom. She gave her all the company she needed. We would definitely hire her again."
Gary L.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Emily and I have been caring for children, elderly and pets for my whole life. I was a preschool teacher and a teacher's assistant for Bergen County special services for years while I was attending college part time. I have many references and can supply them to you upon request. I love to help people and tend for...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily has been amazing with watching both my kids. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old. She is so attentive, communicative and overall sweetheart. I would recommend her for anyone. Great child care is hard to come by, so I'm glad I was able to find her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sherry. I live in Caldwell & I have 20 years of experience . I’m very compassionate and love helping out in any way that I can. I would love the opportunity to become part of your family. Below are just a few examples of services I provide . I look forward to hearing from you!
-Assisted with taking medications...
Sherry can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sherry makes sure I take my oral meds, prepares my injections, and takes me to all my medical appointments, then makes sure I have what I need when I get home. She prepares the grocery list so I can order online, puts away all the deliveries, and prepares my meals...
Melanie B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a hardworking, patient, and creative newly-graduated individual with a love for children, teaching, and working on arts and crafts to help little ones express themselves and use their imaginations. I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Art Studio. I am currently trying to save up some...
Lenka can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lenka was our after school sitter for the school year. She was reliable, flexible, patient, lovely, and engaging with two high energy boys! She continues to be our date night sitter and my kids ask us to do date nights just so they can see her!"
Melania N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, my name is Wendy, and I have more than 10 years of experience as a Housekeeper. As a meticulous person with an eye for detail, I am confident that my abilities can be of great value for your home. I am committed to providing excellent housekeeping service each time I enter at your home. As an experienced...
Wendy can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Wendy was an amazing asset to get my house together for my daughter's birthday party. Wendy has been cleaning my house bi-weekly for about 6 months now. She is reliable, personable and does a great job. I would highly recommend her."
Debbie S.
4.0
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Hello! My name is Amanda and working with children is my absolute passion! I am an Early Intervention Service Coordinator. Previously, I was a Paraprofessional in Montclair. I have a lot of previous experience in caring for children. I have worked at a day cares for 6 years. I also have previously worked at a preschool as a...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love animals, and have the most experience with dogs.
My family over the years, has had turtles, parakeets, cats, hamsters, rats, goldfish and dogs.
I must admit that dogs are my true love. I have enjoyed training them, and have taken excellent care of them. Unfortunately, I recently lost my Max to illness and I currently do...
Marie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking
Gina B.
Allendale, NJ
$24-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Yoga Teacher, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant , Musician And Artist
I have been a health and wellness expert for the majority of my life. After owning a yoga studio for 11 years, I went on to become a COTA ( certified occupational therapy assistant). I have been a life long musician, am a great communicator and friend of animals.
My name is Betty. I am a bilingual native New Yorker born and raised. I love animals cats dogs birds and reptiles. I grew up with dogs and birds in my home. I have extensive experience in caring for dogs from the moment they are puppies and into their adult and senior years. I am loving caring and very patient. Keeping your...
Betty can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible and reliable mature woman. I have raised 3 grown daughters, ran my own small business for 11 years and recently went back to college earning a degree as a licensed certified occupational therapy assistant . I own 2 rescue dogs and love pets. My life experiences qualify me for numerous jobs. I am comfortable...
Vanessa H.
Hawthorne, NJ
$16-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a college student in school to receive my doctorates of occupational therapy at Rutgers University. I currently work as an occupational therapy aide at an OT hand therapy clinic . I have worked at a nursing home for 3 years as a unit clerk providing some care to residents as well. I have worked in the OT...
Amar H.
Pequannock, NJ
$21-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Child Care Specialist With 8+ Years Of Experience And A Heart For Development
Hello, I'm Amar, with 8+ years of experience in childcare and therapy. I'm committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for your children.
Experience:
Babysitting: Proven track record with all age groups, certified in CPR and First Aid.
Child Development: Knowledgeable about developmental milestones.
Therapy...
Amar can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
I am a mother of 4 with plenty of housekeeping experience beginning with my own home. Professionally, I have 1-2 years of experience providing residential cleaning services to homes of many sizes. There is no job too big or too small. Laundry is an add-on service I provide. I do not smoke, and I am fully vaccinated.
Shadia can also help with: Refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Brianne T.
Lodi, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
There aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done. Let me give you a break! I provide personal family concierge services - anything from running errands to helping out with the kids and walking the dog. If you need an extra set of hands for it, I can help.
Sara H.
Haledon, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've worked with children professionally for the past 20 years specializing in pediatric Occupational Therapy. I started on the rehab unit at Children's Hospital before transitioning to the school system. I enjoy working with children and seeing them learn and grow with a healthy emphasis on sensory, engaging all their senses to...
Sara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in daycare and preschool. I drove a school service for the daycare. I am raising my 5-year-old granddaughter. I have babysat 3 children in Pa.
I am currently attending school to receive my masters in occupational therapy. I have run / volunteered for various camps for children with special needs. I have observed at multiple school sites where children with disabilities attend. Lastly, I ran a class room for 6 months for children with special needs.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Wayne, NJ
Julie A.
5.0
Julie is a dedicated hard worker. I could always count on her keeping my home tidy and impeccable. She is honest and a wonderful person. I highly recommend her and wish her the very best in all her endeavors.
- Carmen S.
Anastasia P.
5.0
Anastasia tutored/ babysat our son before the pandemic and then transitioned to virtual tutoring while the pandemic was happening. She really went above and beyond for my kid and he has improved so much academically since then. She does it all! She creates structure and rules in the environment with...
- Jessica S.
Christine H.
5.0
Christine served as a companion for my mother and was reliable, kind and patient. My mother adored Christine and Christine was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
Emily V.
5.0
Emily has been amazing with watching both my kids. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old. She is so attentive, communicative and overall sweetheart. I would recommend her for anyone. Great child care is hard to come by, so I'm glad I was able to find her.
- Care member
Sherry H.
5.0
Sherry makes sure I take my oral meds, prepares my injections, and takes me to all my medical appointments, then makes sure I have what I need when I get home. She prepares the grocery list so I can order online, puts away all the deliveries, and prepares my meals according to my doctor's dietary...
- Melanie B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Wayne, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Wayne, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Wayne, 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 Wayne, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Wayne, NJ is $20.25 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 Wayne, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Wayne, 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 Wayne, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Wayne, 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 Wayne, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Wayne, 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.
Ratings for Wayne, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Wayne, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.