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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, organized and FULLY VACCINATED woman. I have raised 3 daughters, ran a small business and recently went back to college to earn a degree in occupational therapy, working with elementary and middle school children. I own 2 rescue dogs and love animals. My life experiences qualify me for numerous jobs. I am...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a mature, skilled, patient and creative practitioner. Along with my license as a COTA, I am a 25 yr yoga teacher, musician and mother of three adult women. I have rescue dogs and am an empathic and understanding person.
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.
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 walking, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting
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...
Marie A.
Allendale, NJ
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part- Time Errands, Household Chores, Personal Hygiene, Cooking, Conversation
I have 20 plus years experience with MS patient, 5 years experience as Personal Assistant to stroke patient. I also have experience with brain injury rehab (worked in treatment center as Therapy Assistant. I am a caring person who has been around elderly and physically challenged people for many years, just like to help people....
Marie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care & more
Sara H.
Haledon, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in the field of Occupational Therapy for 20 years. I transitioned a year ago to home health services assisting adults and their families with activities of daily living. I've worked with individuals and as a live in with progressive diagnoses, those with limited physical abilities as well as those recovering from...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara ."
Joanne P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of housekeeping experience. I have worked cleaned many homes in my home country Brazil and I'm currently cleaning houses in New Jersey of various sizes. My English is not perfect but I'm very determined to learn and I always give my best in my jobs. I take my job very serious and I'm confident that I can...
Damiana can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
5.0
"Damiana has been cleaning our house for a couple of months now. She communicates well, is punctual, and does a great job cleaning our home. She started with a deep clean, and has been cleaning by weekly ever since. We chose to have Damiana uses our products for...
Cristina A.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+ yrs private & hospital and home setting medical experience, I'm comfortable with wound care, medication administration, physical therapy if need and or adjustments with clients. Extremely patient, easy going, compassionate, energetic, vibrant, motivated, organized, efficient, friendly and comfortable with Pets. Home...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, home modification, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elizabeth was absolutely amazing. I had a very last minute need that she was able to accommodate. Not only that she was able to prepare meals, care for my disabled dog, run errands, and a variety of other things that I am incredibly grateful for. She’s smart, into...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom, raised my son mainly solo, owned a successful yoga studio and training school for 17 years. Have semi retired but still too young and active to just sit around. I spent the past 6 months taking care of a lovely gentleman who had stage 4 cancer. I was with him right until the end. Besides his physical needs, like...
Mandy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mandy was wonderful with our 15 months old, highly recommend her."
Sonia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Noreen! I have worked in home care for over 10 years. I have met clients and their family and friends. I have provided services for basic eating, dressing, small housework jobs, medication management and many others. I enjoy treating people with respect.
Noreen can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, personal care & more
5.0
"Came to work for us on short notice. She is patient, compassionate and dependable. She took great care of our parents making sure they were fed and took their meds. She went above and beyond by helping out with various jobs around the house. We have already had her...
Donna B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am hardworking, trustworthy and efficient housekeeper. I've worked as a housekeeper for 15 years.
Combining tried and true cleaning practices with excellent communication skills, I can ensure meeting expectations. I am detail-oriented and I possess very good organizational skills. Cleaning services are available Monday...
Ewa can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Ewa is wonderful, kind, and helps keep our home clean and running smoothly. She is very communicative and can occasionally accommodate one-off schedule changes so our home is particularly clean for guests. We love working with her and are so thankful we have her...
Christopher T.
Cindy S.
Paramus, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello.... I'm Cindy. Need help making things a little easier around your home? Whatever the job is, I am sure with my 15 plus years of cleaning experience, attention to detail, and amazing organizational skills I can get the job done for you. Please refer to my profile for a full list of all services. I provide all of my own...
Cindy can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, vacuuming and/or mopping & more
5.0
"Cindy is very thorough. She takes her time and makes sure everything is extremely clean and tidy. Cindy is very responsible, reliable and most of trustworthy. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hello! My name is Jakurah and I'm a passionate childcare provider with years of experience working with children of all ages. As a single mom of two wonderful kids, I understand the importance of nurturing, patience, and creating a safe, loving environment for children. My 8-year-old son and 2-year-old daughter keep me on my...
Jakurah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"She kind, soft spoken and gentle. She is God sent. "
Care member
Ana R.
Wyckoff, NJ
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
My name is Ana, from Mexico where I studied Psychology (Bachelor's degree). I have great experience in the field of childcare no matter the age of and I also do have lot of experience with newborns and twins.
I've been working as a nanny since almost 6 years ago (starting as an Au Pair).
-Au pair of 3 kids, 2016 to 2018,...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
3.0
"Took care of our 3 month old for a few months. Not the right fit for our family. Presented very differently during interview process than on the job. "
Eleni S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love the children. I am a good person, friendly and a collaborator. I have a lot of patience. I am a physical therapist in my country Colombia but I worked as physical therapy aide in this country, and I like helping people!
Nurys can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a delightful experience with Nurys and her daughter. We came to town for a wedding, not knowing anyone in the area, and needed a sitter for our six-year-old. Nurys understood the situation and made a boring hotel room interesting and fun for our daughter....
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, responsible and retired NYC Police Lieutenant. I have raised 2 children of my own in addition to servicing the city and working with children of all ages on a day to day basis. I am CPR and first aid certified. I really enjoy being around children and would also like to help working parents feel safe and at ease...
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"There are no words to describe how amazing Ruth is. We have been beyond lucky to have had Ruth as part of our family for the past couple of years as she watched our 2 girls. I knew my girls were safe and in good hands when they were with her. They genuinely looked...
Care member
Irma M.
Rochelle Park, NJ
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
As a multilingual, I speak Russian, Georgian and English fluently.
I have worked in Childcare and Elderly care for over 14 years. My experience includes those of Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's and more.
With the expected rate of $20-25 hourly, I can bathe, feed, clean, change, walk and help perform light exercise ( if need...
Irma can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Irma is truly one of a kind. She is kind, caring, personable and attentive. She has been caring for my father who suffers from dementia and has greatly improved his happiness and stability. She is a wonderful companion and care giver. Irma is extremely responsible,...
Care member
3.0
(1)
After several years in construction management, I left to take care of two sick family members for an extended period of time while raising two daughters. Since then I have worked for families in Bergen, and Rockland County's who need assistance
I am a senior caregiver experienced in caring for those with Alzheimer's, dementia,...
Caroline can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
3.0
"Did not consent to a background check.
However, she was very kind and pleasant to speak with, and did try to help my situation in various ways. She had offered to work for a rate that is lower than her typical, and tried to help me find alternative options for...
Care member
5.0
(3)
10+ years of experience w/ seniors both in-home care and in facilities. I have strong references, am extremely compassionate, upbeat, patient, kind, very engaged, trustworthy, and reliable.
I am trained in personal care, physical therapy assistance, bathing, feeding, transporting, and have been contracted through hospice.
I...
Christine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Most dedicated hard working person I've met. Loyal. Trustworthy. Every quality one would want for employee she possesses. Personally and professionally."
Erica M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Allendale, NJ
Sara H.
5.0
Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara .
- Joanne P.
Damiana P.
5.0
Damiana has been cleaning our house for a couple of months now. She communicates well, is punctual, and does a great job cleaning our home. She started with a deep clean, and has been cleaning by weekly ever since. We chose to have Damiana uses our products for cleaning, but she brings a couple of...
- Cristina A.
Elizabeth R.
5.0
Elizabeth is highly intelligent, sensitive and intuitive. She follows her gut and speaks her mind and takes initiative as she sees fit. She has an excellent work ethic and is a very good conversationalist to boot!
- Care member
Mandy G.
5.0
Mandy was wonderful with our 15 months old, highly recommend her.
- Sonia K.
Noreen N.
5.0
Came to work for us on short notice. She is patient, compassionate and dependable. She took great care of our parents making sure they were fed and took their meds. She went above and beyond by helping out with various jobs around the house. We have already had her back once and will definitely call...
- Donna B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Allendale, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Allendale, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Allendale, 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 Allendale, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Allendale, NJ is $22.33 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 Allendale, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Allendale, 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 Allendale, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Allendale, 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 Allendale, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Allendale, 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.