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- $22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am an Occupational Therapy student who has worked in childcare and education for eight years. Before starting my program, I worked as a Teacher Assistant for four years. I love being able to share my love of art, science and reading through fun crafts and hands-on activities. I am currently looking for a nanny job on...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Neem and I use they/them pronouns.
Currently attending Lesley University in the M. A. program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy.
I have extensive experience with neurodivergent and traumatized youth. I am happy to provide references.
Children are valuable...
Melissa M. says "Kaitlyn has watched my twin boys several times since they were 4 years old (they are now 6). She is kind, responsible and dependable- never had any...
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm Lizzy, I do this work wholeheartedly. My life has consisted of caring for people, myself included. I have over 10 years of professional experience managing household operations, caring for families with children and providing support to the geriatric community. I am confident in my ability to create a well organized, safe...
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
With over a decade of hands-on experience in both private homes and professional facilities, I offer high-quality, personalized care rooted in trust, dignity, and respect. My background includes working in nursing homes, dementia care units, and as a private caregiver for independent and dependent clients of all ages, from...
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
Dedicated pet care is my passion, grounded in three years of experience and a graduate degree that sharpened my focus on attentive, detail-oriented service. I treat every dog and cat in my care as if they were my own, prioritizing their comfort and happiness above all else. My approach centers on maintaining a secure environment...
Meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Alison! I am currently seeking a regular/recurring night nanny position. I am also available for event and vacation sitting, date nights and evenings, weekends, etc. I have over 13 years of experience, with lots of newborn and infant care history, previous full-time day and night nanny experience, newborn transition, and...
Care Member says "Alison was amazing with our 11 month old son for a wedding babysitting evening. From the start she was super responsive, friendly and intuitive with our...
Carpet cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
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I am the person with more than 8 years experience in providing efficient and comprehensive housekeeping service to families. I had done various of housekeeping duties effectively. The families loved my work done with smart thinking and efficiency. I am looking forward to serving your families and making your home comfortable and...
Jessel G. says "Yanli has been to our home one time and did a wonderful job. I am excited to have her back to our home regularly in the future. She is very open to...
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate and hard working
person who has been working in this field for
over 12 years. I have skilled training in elderly
care from companionship, personal care, COPD,
dementia, hospice, medication management,
multiple sclerosis, stroke patients and much
more.
I am known to be someone who goes above
and beyond...
Jill D. says "I worked with Suzanne for many years and is someone who I continually refer my clients to when they are looking for a dependable, trustworthy person. She...
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- $25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
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I am an experienced, dedicated, reliable and flexible cleaning professional and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I offer high quality service and reasonable rates in one-time or regular basis (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) arrangement. Cleaning supplies are negotiable, I have the basic to offer and we can discuss...
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- $45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hi,
I am Octavia and I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a diverse range of skills and qualifications. With over 7 years of experience as a Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and Infant Sleep Trainer.
I'm currently offering Newborn Care Services for the first 12 - 24 weeks. Get ready for the baby and...
Roja D. says "Octavia is amazing! She is genuine, caring, calm, and dependable. My 6 week old son is very peaceful with her and she earned my trust quickly with her...
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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I am a graduate from UMass, Amherst with a degree in Psychology; with some Nursing School education from Regis College.
I worked in Spa / Salon / Wellness Management and Luxury Retail Sales (16 years) before I transitioned my career to Childcare / Household Management / Executive & Personal Assistant / Pet care (14 years).
I...
Sabrina D. says "Chrissy has worked with us for a full week while we were visiting Boston. I have a 3 year old boy and a 1 year old girl. She was able to handle both and...
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- $28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Em! I recently graduated from Lesley University with two bachelor degrees in Expressive Arts Therapy and Psychology. I have taken classes with topics on child psychology, art therapy, movement therapy, lifespan psychology, trauma & crisis, and disability studies. I have 9 years of babysitting/nannying experience,...
Elizabeth F. says "Em has been a fantastic help to our family with childcare and with domestic chores such as grocery shopping and laundry folding. She is very mature and...
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hello ,
My name is Mayara, I'm 30 years old, and I'm from Brazil. I would like to introduce myself as a smiley, open minded, independent person, and always good about life. I speak fluent Portuguese & English. I am currently working full time, but I still use babysitting opportunities as a way to accumulate extra income.
I have...
Barbara S. says "Mayara put her heart in everything she does, she is responsible, creative, lovely and the kids are always excited to spend time with her. We truly trust...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, I've been working with children for over 12 yrs as a full-time nanny, and it continues to be a role I truly love. In addition to my nanny experience, I'm also a proud mom of two amazing young men, 23 & 25 years old. While raising my boys, I served as a firefighter & EMT for the town of Brookline - a chapter of my life...
Kate B. says "I cannot recommend Chris highly enough. She helped keep our family afloat for 6+ years, kids ranging from 3 months to 14 years old. Her ability to juggle...
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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
dog training
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I work as nanny and housekeeper in Charlottesville and I would like to find occasional Pet sitter jobs. I am committed to service excellence and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I am very flexible, reliable, animal lover. I have my own car and I can provide you references and background check.
I am looking...
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- $16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Alyssa, a certified pet sitter with experience. I love animals of all shapes and sizes, and I'm committed to providing your furry friends with the best possible care. I'm available for dog walking, pet sitting, and house sitting. I'm also happy to provide additional services such as medication administration and...
Margaret B. says "Alyssa has dog-sat for us a few times. She is kind, caring, and responsible. She always has a big smile and is so gentle and sweet with our pup. I'm so...
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
A trained Nursing Assistant/HHA, reliable, caring, patient, self-driven, and passionate about caregiving. I have 4+ yrs of experience caring for seniors and 6+ yrs' experience in social work. With me, my clients will receive appropriate care depending on their needs because I have sincere concern about their physical and mental...
Care Member says "Prossie is a very loving and attentive caregiver. She is well trained and very skilled. Prossie took care of my mother for a year and I feel we were...
Meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
Home health aide services for seniors. Hi, my name is Moses, I am a Certified Home Health Aide professional and also possess Certification in CPR/First Aide from the state of Massachusetts. I have been working with families taking care of their loved ones for the last 14years. I do this work with kindness, compassion and love...
Lucy D. says "We hired Moses to help our Dad with everyday tasks and hygiene, when he became no longer able to care for himself. Moses was patient, humorous, very...
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Changing bed linens
basement cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Firstly I began my career cleaning houses, and I'm a great housekeeper. I will be available to work from Monday to Saturday 7am-6 p.m. I love to cooking and I love take care about home in general.
Shika V. says "Hedneia is one of the BEST out there! I've had few cleaners over the years but no one gave the house as much Love as she does. She has the magical touch of...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
With over 13 years of professional childcare experience in both London, UK, and Boston. I have a solid foundation in caring for children and infants across all age groups. I hold a childcare degree from Barnet and Southgate College in London, UK. I am also a mother of two who have earned their PhD degrees in engineering and...
Katherine W. says "We cannot recommend Esmat more highly. She has been a wonderful, loving and kind member of our family for the past 2.5 years. She started working full...
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60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of September 2026
The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0
Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Wellesley, MA
Therapy Dogs in Wellesley, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs
Kaitlyn C.
Kaitlyn has watched my twin boys several times since they were 4 years old (they are now 6). She is kind, responsible and dependable- never...
- Melissa M.
Alison D.
Alison was amazing with our 11 month old son for a wedding babysitting evening. From the start she was super responsive, friendly and...
- Care member
Yanli L.
Yanli has been to our home one time and did a wonderful job. I am excited to have her back to our home regularly in the future. She is...
- Jessel G.
FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Wellesley, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Wellesley, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Wellesley, MA, 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 Wellesley, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Wellesley, MA is $22.60 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 Wellesley, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Wellesley, MA. 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 Wellesley, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Wellesley, MA, 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 Wellesley, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Wellesley, MA, 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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