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60 therapy dogs are listed in Wendell, MA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in Wendell, MA
I am an extremely creative and energetic individual who has worked with people of all ages and all abilities. My experience with children has been in a variety of settings including at-risk youth in a hospital and babysitting children in their homes. Some of the children I have worked with have had disabilities both physical and...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ivette, I am a certificated nurse assistant.
I am offering my services assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companion care, groceries/errands etc.
I also have my Basic life support certification and dementia training.
I am fully vaccinated, non-smoker, very punctual,...
Ivette can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a...
Care member
Dawn S.
Wendell, MA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Animal Care, Assistant Teacher, PCA, Residential Cleaner, Photographer, Graphic Designer, Artist
Nature lover and artist with many years of caregiving experience in all sort of ways. Honest, efficient, friendly and confidential services. Great References.
Assistant Pre-School Teacher, Nanny, Mothers Helper; 30+ years
Professional Residential & Commercial Cleaning; 30 years
Animal & Pet care, farm & home; 30+ years
PCA...
Dawn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for overnights, daily check-ins, dog walking, and farm sitting! Experience with dogs, cats, small animals, avians/exotics, horses, and livestock. Send me a message for more information on my availability and additional references.
I can provide pet sitting in your home for those days that you need to work late...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates."
Scott S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had four years of experience working as a companion/caregiver for an elderly man with Dementia. Prior to that, I volunteered at a Nursing Center with my dog as a pet therapy team through Pets and People. As a caregiver, I am happy to plan activities, run errands, go out to events, cook, help with cleaning, administer...
Julia can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary"
Gary B.
Loads of experience in childcare for newborn-12 years of age. I have worked for years as a daycare teachers assistant and I am currently working as a children's services assistant for a group home. My favorite activities include volleyball, basketball and card/board games. In addition to babysitting I am able to do some cleaning...
Teya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Pamela B.
Northfield, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired from a career in physical therapy. I actually like to clean and organize.
If your in need of a one time, bi- weekly or weekly cleaning I can help.
Pamela can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
I have worked for many families. Some for years and others not as long. Depending on what service were needed. I have made some very special friendships through the years. I love my work. I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Avery S.
Shutesbury, MA
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of paid experience as a Home Health Aide, six year experience in the aging field, and 4 years of personal experience caring for my disabled mother.
I have my masters in Management of Aging Services and am trained to care for those with Dementia. My CNA expired in 2015 but I still hold the skills.
Happy to help...
Avery can also help with: Companionship, home modification, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's disease and resulting changes to the care plan.
When...
Todd K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Will take care of your pet(s) like my own. I have cared for dogs, cats, and donkeys. Responsible, dependable, conscientious, timely.
I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager with time to spare and a flexible schedule to meet your needs.
Can pet sit in your home for extended getaways and provide other services such as...
Donna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Donna was great with my 2 dogs, a golden and my anxious rescue. She had to walk them separately for me, as my golden is quite a puller!
Donna not only house sat, taking care of my dogs with separation anxiety, but also came and walked both dogs for me while I...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, I can clean your house.
Our services are: kitchen area: clean all kitchen countertops and splash boards, floors, stove top, inside and outside of microwave, outside all appliances, outside kitchen cabinets. Bathroom area: clean and scrub sink, floors, toilet and shower/tub, clean outside of cabinets. All other areas: make...
Aldineia can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for considering me!
I offer companionship and personal care to elders and people with limited mobility. I have 20 years of experience in a broad array of human service positions and 6 years as a personal care assistant. I am a strong advocate for people living full meaningful lives.
I love cooking and sharing...
Johnna can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I hired Johnna initially for a short-term position in November 2021, to support me after knee surgery. She is a wonderful, capable, kind human being. She is especially skilled at creative, healthy meal preparation, which was sorely needed so my husband and I did...
Randy R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old.
I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire.
Available for companionship,...
Donna can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, transportation, respite care & more
5.0
"We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the...
Anna M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal, I am 36 years old. I have worked as a nanny for 9 years and enjoy playing with and taking care of children. I am kind, fun, and caring. I am a very involved nanny and am comfortable with pets and housekeeping.
I started my professional experience working with children at a Montessori school house for a year,...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Crystal is great. She was very calm and attentive with our 2 year old son and he responded well and was very relaxed with her. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter"
Daniel B.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Lisa. Thank you for clicking on me!
I am a very motivated and energetic worker who is looking for housekeeping and or senior care work. I am caring for a few families right now but have open days during the week I'm looking to fill. I love cleaning, and really love helping my families. I also have been...
5.0
"I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could...
Theresa L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Alex, a 20-year-old student attending UMass for Mechanical Engineering. I have been a professional dog watcher for 6 years. I have experience providing medicine (insulin, eye drops, meds in food). I care for dogs big and small, young and old. What's different about me is that I also provide housekeeping services!!...
Alexandria can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Alexandria was AMAZING! One of our 3 dogs is a bit skittish and usually shy around new people and from the first time Alexandria came to the house to meet the dogs, he took to her immediately. So glad we found someone who cared so much for the dogs and went above...
Alyssa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a reliable, detail oriented and efficient housekeeper with 8 years of experience providing top notch housekeeping services. I have experience from daily cleaning to deep cleaning every room in a home (kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living room, dining room, etc.), laundry, organizing and decluttering.
Jennifer can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Jennifer coordinated all the details in advance and then showed up on time and worked all day cleaning the house. She did a great job, thoroughly taking care of what was asked. I have recommended her and would hire her again."
Alexis J.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Casey; I am 24 years old and live in Greenfield. I attend Greenfield Community College, and I am currently working towards my Associate's degree in Human Services. I have a wide range of experience with children. I am currently a one-on-one paraprofessional in a school district where I was previously a substitute. I...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathroom Cleaning and General Room Cleaning.
I specialize in both Residential and Commercial Cleaning and Window Cleaning.
I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with affordable prices, and flexible scheduling.
I use eco-friendly products!
Here are just a few more examples of...
Andrea can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Andrea is trustworthy and always has a smile on her face."
Michelle K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Wendell, MA
Ivette M.
5.0
Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a detailed letter of recommendation...
- Care member
Julia L.
5.0
Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates.
- Scott S.
Julia L.
5.0
Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary
- Gary B.
Ridan D.
5.0
Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes to the care plan.
When not...
- Todd K.
Donna W.
5.0
Donna is my dog Emmy’s pet sitter. Emmy suffers from separation anxiety and fear of thunder, and Donna is especially considerate of these impediments. I find Donna to be responsible and trustworthy. She truly cares about my pet’s comfort and happiness. I feel at peace
leaving Emmy in her care; she...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Wendell, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Wendell, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Wendell, 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 Wendell, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Wendell, MA is $18.67 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 Wendell, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Wendell, 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 Wendell, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Wendell, 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 Wendell, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Wendell, 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.