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Suzanne G.

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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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Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified. Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life. Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes. Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...

Amy D. says "Roddy is exceptional! Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright! He genuinely cares for his clients and...

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Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Assist residents with daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Provided non-medical home care service to elderly/disabled patients. Focused on personal care, companionship, homemaking, and transportation. Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding,...

Marc H. says "Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues."

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Cleaning Services Available On All Weekdays.

Framingham, MA

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
+ 1 more
Dedicated and detail-oriented house cleaning professional with 20 years of experience in providing exceptional cleaning services for residential spaces. Known for my strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization in every home I service. I take pride in my ability to tailor cleaning approaches to...

Care Member says "Marcilene has been a godsend to my family. She’s been providing us housekeeping services. Marcilene is very detailed and thorough. She’s also very...

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Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Maria, a professional house cleaner with over 5 years of experience. I'm a reliable and detail-oriented cleaner who takes pride in making homes shine. I'm comfortable with pets and have experience cleaning homes of all sizes. Services offered: * General cleaning (dusting, vacuuming, mopping, etc.). * Deep cleaning...

Care Member says "Maria and her associate did an excellent job cleaning my kitchen and 2 bathrooms. They went far beyond what I expected. I could not have been more...

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Providing A Professional Care That Brings Warmth To Each And Every Client Needs.

Newton Center, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a very devoted and compassionate caregiver for the past seven years. I have helped patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and diabetes. Also activities of daily living (ADLs). In addition, which may includes help with assistive devices such as wheelchair and more. Caregiving has been a passion of mine ever since I started doing...

Care Member says "Donnette has proved time and time again to be an excellent caregiver to my mother who not only has Alzheimer’s but is a stroke survivor left with...

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Ashland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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...

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Nurturing & Experienced Child Care Specialist

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Highly dedicated, caring, and trustworthy professional nanny with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional childcare services. Seeking a long-term, full-time position in early childhood care and education, where I can use my strong nurturing, developmental, and educational skills to contribute to the growth and...

Care Member says "Adela started working with our son at 3 months old. She has been with us for the last year and has done a great job building a loving, safe, and fun...

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Holliston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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...

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Reliable Jovial Experienced Private Aide And Companion

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bathing, toileting, eating (GI tube feeding), other personal care, household care like laundry, light dusting, vacuuming and light meal preparations, companionship, transportation, appointments and physical therapy. Background Transplant from Miami. Started as a PCA during college 16 years ago. Pursued a non medical bachelors....

Anna W. says "Natalee is a wonderful Caregiver. She is caring and goes above and beyond the call of duty . The family was blessed to have Natalee care for our aunt who...

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Full Service Home Health Caregiver

Norwood, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have years of both personal and professional experience. I offer In-Home Personal, Transitional and Companion Care. I will help your loved one maintain the Independence and Dignity they deserve while maintaining their safety at home. I'm energetic, friendly and outgoing.

Lisa B. says "Christina is lovely to have around. Caring, happy professional and energetic. She very knowledgeable and reliable."

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Chestnut Hill, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...

Dana K. says "Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."

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Reliable / Reasonable Rates House Cleaner

Brookline, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Natick, MA

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My names Alexis and I'm 24 years old. I'm looking to pick up some side jobs here and there during the summer and this fall while I am getting my Master's in Occupational Therapy. I am a pet lover! I grew up with a dog and have lived with cats during college for a couple of years.
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Elderly Companion With Background In Occupational Therapy

Norwood, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Not currently providing pet services
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Reliable Pet Sitter

Natick, MA

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
Hello! My names Paige and I am an experienced pet sitter that is comfortable with all types of animals. I grew up around animals my whole life and have a passion for working with and taking care of them. If you are looking for someone to care for and look after your pets, that's me! I am very trustworthy and tend to bring a nice...
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Child Care Service

Lincoln, MA

from
$28/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a very responsible, active, and caring person, and am good at time management and organizing stuffs. I like working with children, seniors, and dogs because they make me active, engaging, and learning. I've started helping families and their children part-time and/or on an occasional basis in August, 2024. I've realized from...
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Dog Loving Student And Walking Enthusiast

Brookline, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with dogs, and have walked dogs for family, friends, neighbors, and on other pet sitting services! I am currently a student, available mostly in the afternoons and on the weekends. I would be more than happy to care for your pups after a day or week of classes as it would give us both something wonderful to look...
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Brighton, MA

from
$26/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Grace I have recent experience teaching at a school for students with severe Autism and other related disorders. I have experience working with students who are nonverbal and using ABA based therapy. I have full availability this summer and would love to help out!
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Child Care

Allston, MA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
With 10 years of experience, I am passionate about the care I provide for children. Growing up with a younger sister, and 11 cousins ranging from ages 6-25, I have spent my life surrounded by children. I enjoy the outdoors and incorporating the arts into the care I give. While I don't have a car, I am well versed in public...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.57/hr as of June 2025

  • 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

Suzanne G.

I worked with Suzanne for many years and is someone who I continually refer my clients to when they are looking for a dependable,...

- Jill D.

Roddy P.

Roddy is exceptional! Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright! He genuinely cares for...

- Amy D.

Domenica M.

Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues.

- Marc H.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Wellesley, MA is $20.57 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 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.

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.

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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