Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Cambridge, MA
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Find therapy dogs in Cambridge, MA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Cambridge, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Cambridge, MA
Emily R.
Cambridge, MA
$35-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emily and I live in Salem, MA. I went to school in NY and received my masters degree in special education. I have been a pre school special education teacher for the past 3 years (2 years in NY and 1 year in MA). I have also provided early intervention services to children with an array of different...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello, Last year I had the privilege of working in Cambridge with a lovely lady of 88 years, who was in the initial stages of dementia. We enjoyed conversations about art, politics and cultural events. We walked, went to lunch, watched movies and were active. I stayed overnight when her family was out of town, made meals, did...
Carol can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
I am a caregiver by nature. I worked in the medical field as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for more than a decade before changing careers to become a flight attendant with AA. I recently retired from AA after 25-yrs of service. I am an active 63-yr-old. Over the years I have helped care for my ailing grandmother, elderly...
Linda can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been around children my whole entire life, and I believe that I bring my best, positive self when around them. I am currently a CNA and have been working at Spaulding Rehab in Cambridge for 4 years, and also BLS and CPR certified. I am currently in school at UMASS Boston to study human services and minoring in secondary...
Adrianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Adrianna is very dependable, reliable, organized, punctual and honest. She is able to stay calm even under stressful situations. My twins have grown to love her very much and we all consider Adrianna family."
Veronica B.
Emma K.
Cambridge, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Emma, I'm 28 And Have My Bachelors In Social Work!
My name is Emma and I am a 28-year-old who is looking for a part time position as I pursue my masters in social work at UPenn. I have my bachelors in social work and was previously employed as Director of Social Services at a long term care facility. I have experience working with children ranging from infant to 14, and...
Hello! My name is Julia and I am a 48-year-old professional and mother with around 30 years of experience cleaning homes. I started my own natural home cleaning business in Kansas City, Missouri May 2019 and ran it as a sole proprietor until August 2023 when we moved back up to New England. In my teens and early 20s, I was a...
Julia can also help with: Basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Chelsea J.
Cambridge, MA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Chelsea! I am a young professional who just graduated from grad school and moved to Cambridge from North Carolina. While I am currently working a 9-5 in biotech I miss working with kids in my day-to-day.
For the past two years, before I moved to Boston, I was working as a nanny/home health aide for a family with 4 kids....
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a full-time high school Language Arts teacher serving students with language based learning disabilities. I am looking to pick up some tutoring on afternoons and weekends in or around the Boston/Cambridge area. I specialize in reading and writing, including test-prep and college essay services,...
Lucy G.
Cambridge, MA
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I just graduated from college and moved to Boston because I'm working part-time as clinical support staff in a psychiatric facility. I'm looking to fill an extra 8-10 hours per week with work. I gained experience babysitting children (mostly around age 7) throughout college, but also gained extensive experience working...
Lucy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have an extensive background in tutoring. I peer tutored freshmen biology at the Winsor school in Boston for two years. I also tutored children ages K1-5th grade in reading and writing skills at the Mather School in Boston for four years. In addition to academic tutoring, I also served as head of a peer support group for lower...
5.0
"Faith is an amazing aspiring teacher who tutored my 7 year old daughter. She is punctual, communicative and kid friendly. She worked hard to always plan ahead and have things ready. Please message me if you have any questions."
Adora G.
Nathalia B.
Cambridge, MA
$35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Professional Offering A Blend Of Childcare Expertise And Household Management Skills!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there,
I'm Nathalia, I hold an associate's degree in Early Childhood Development and a bachelor's degree in Journalism. With 8+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, I specialize in providing reliable and nurturing babysitting services during nights and weekends.
I am CPR/first aid certified, COVID-cautious,...
Nathalia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Nathalia took care of our twins for the past 2 years (starting when they were 2.5 years old). It's been truly wonderful having her: she's very sweet, caring, fun, and dependable (punctual and responsible). She established very quickly great bonds with our children,...
Candice D.
Ana M.
Cambridge, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Ana. I am a high school teacher by day, childcare provider by afternoon/evening (and some weekends), I have over a decade of experience working with children (with/without disabilities), both in the public (school) and private (home) setting. I first started nannying as a senior in high school, and have continued to...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tristen, and I am excited to offer my childcare services to your family. As a recent graduate of Wellesley College, I bring experience as a trusted tutor, babysitter, and art teacher in my community. I am adept at handling household responsibilities such as meal prep, laundry, and various chores.
Before...
Tristen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
I want to know what matters to you and your family and how I can be of help.
I am a specialist in home care services for seniors, and there are many reasons you should hire me long-term or short-term.
I am a great listener and advocate for my patients regardless of their DNA, cultures or beliefs.
I follow code protocol of...
Amilton can also help with: Personal care, specialized care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Hello, I am currently a sophomore at Clark University on the pre-med track. I have previous tutoring experience with high-school and middle school students. I am willing to tutor students in math, English, and science! I have always enjoyed helping students, and intend to continue to do so. This pandemic has been very...
4.8
(15)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am able to check in on your cats and or dogs while your away , pet taxi walking feedings and playing , Ive volunteered in a cat shelter before , walked dogs before , have given small dogs baths , Plus have had dogs and cats all my life and my children's as well , I currently have 3 indoor cats from ages 1 year , 6 years , as...
Juliet can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming
5.0
"Juliet is wonderful! She is very accommodating to my changing schedule, honest and reliable. We have been working with her for the past 3 months, and have no complaints..not to mention, Chickie, our puppy loves going for walks with her. She sends text and video...
Jenna S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Nicole S, and I am a senior at University with a major in Health Sciences. I am currently working at Partners in Rehab physical therapy for the summer and am looking for one- time jobs preferably in the afternoons/ evenings. I enjoy participating in all types of sports and I also enjoy helping children with...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to...
Daphney P.
4.6
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative lady who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers which comes from caring for my adorable nieces, nephews and students.
With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks like grocery shopping,...
Nmesoma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Nmesoma as our babysitter. As first-time parents, leaving our infant in her care was initially nerve-wracking, but Nmesoma quickly put our minds at ease with her exceptional skills and genuine warmth.
Nmesoma is a true...
Lawrence P.
Emma S.
South Boston, MA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I absolutely love working with kids. I have worked at two different summer camps with children ranging from ages 3-12 along with children of special needs. In addition, I have babysat children from 6 months-13 years old and nannied full time the past four summers. I am CPR certified...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Extremely professional, patient, and caring. Emma has watched my 4 children (from toddler to school aged) for years and is like a member of our family.
You would be lucky to have her!"
Alexi C.
Nmesoma O.
Medford, MA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative lady who has 2+ years care experience.
With me, you and loved one will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks like grocery shopping, meal preparation, light house keeping if required. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Nmesoma can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nmesoma is an educated cultured girl
Dependable loving work
Always smiling and well in work while lightly singing ( experience qualified)
Religious thinking makes our life upward
Very reasonable in asking for the remuneration
We had always enjoyed her...
Dhanjibhai P.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Cambridge, MA
Adrianna L.
5.0
Adrianna is very dependable, reliable, organized, punctual and honest. She is able to stay calm even under stressful situations. My twins have grown to love her very much and we all consider Adrianna family.
- Veronica B.
Faith D.
5.0
Faith is an amazing aspiring teacher who tutored my 7 year old daughter. She is punctual, communicative and kid friendly. She worked hard to always plan ahead and have things ready. Please message me if you have any questions.
- Adora G.
Nathalia B.
5.0
Nathalia has taken care of my two boys, ages 6 and 4, and spent lots of time with our family. She is reliable, thoughtful and fun to be around. The kids connected with her immediately. She has driven them to their activities and also taken them on adventures to the zoo, aquarium, and children's...
- Eliza C.
Juliet C.
5.0
My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly.
- Barbara B.
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to miss Nicole very much. She will be...
- Daphney P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Cambridge, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Cambridge, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Cambridge, MA is $22.44 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 Cambridge, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Cambridge, 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.
Ratings for Cambridge, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Cambridge, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.