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60 therapy dogs are listed in Dedham, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Dedham, MA
4.0
(2)
I clean rental properties part time on Cape Cod. I am available and am very detail oriented. The properties I clean are sometimes very sandy and dirty and I take pride in making them look nice for the renters to enjoy! I do cleaning, laudry, vacuum, floors, interior windows and Im very good at my services!!
Cheryl can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
3.0
"She was nice and all but when i told her about my severe allergies and the products are are toxic free and safe for me
she was arguing with me that her products were safe and environmental friendly. Maybe is so for the general population but not with the...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love kids because I come from a huge family with a lot of younger cousins to take care of. I am currently studying for the physical therapy license exam. I used to play volleyball and I love to dance. I am very hardworking when it comes to any job that I take on. I am hoping this job will not only give me the money to pay off...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is amazing. She's reliable, punctual, and someone we trust."
Matthew H.
Diana S.
Stoughton, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jill-of-all-trades Available For Anything And Everything You Need
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can offer you over 25 years experience in personal assisting, child care, home care (residential and commercial cleaning), cooking, and so much more. I am also a certified addiction counselor, and I have over 20 years experience in all things administrative (office management, bookkeeping, human resources, executive support,...
Diana can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Diana cleaned our house a couple times earlier this year and did a great job. She is very detail oriented and thorough, which I've not found to be the case for all cleaners. She was really flexible in scheduling when we needed her. We're trying to do a better job...
Emily W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide tutoring and babysitting services to special needs students, after school and on weekends. I also provide PCA support to adults with spinal chord injury or have cerebral palsy. I also have a 26-year-old son - a US Navy veteran - who is currently away in college. I'm caring, patient and diligent.
Denzil can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denzil was wonderful with our son. He came prepared with games and our son, who can be slow to warm up, was instantly drawn to his warm personality. I, the nervous parent, knew instantly that he was trustworthy and that our son would be in good hands. We would...
Jane P.
Faith D.
Cambridge, MA
$25-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have had ample experience working as a caregiver in the Greater Boston Area. I have worked with care. com's backup care service since the summer of 2016 and have subsequently provided care for numerous families during my winter and summer breaks in Boston. I have experience babysitting children ages 8 months to 13...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so nice, very punctual, always calm, and always entertaining overall. She has extensive childcare experience and she...
Tugce K.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents, my name is Sarah I have 10+ years of experience in child care services around Boston and 4 countries. I'm excited to show you more about me and the details of my habilites to take care of your loved ones. As a Social Worker (my first degree) I worked for a Non profit in 3 countries, in the education environment,...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah was great! She was warm, patient, and fun. My son felt very comfortable with her right away! Definitely recommend her!"
Jeannie K.
Rachel A.
Brookline, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am patient and love the company of children. At 13 I babysat in the neighborhood. At 16 I worked for the Kids Corner (recreational center) with kids ranging from 6 months to 9 years old; and became CPR certified. In high school I had a care giving job for a boy with autism. I also enrolled in an HSE (human service exploration)...
5.0
"Rachel has been so helpful to our family! Our kids love her and get so excited when "Miss Rachel" is coming over. She helps out with meal preparation for the kids and the house is always tidy at the end of the day. We would definitely continue to hire Rachel for...
Kendra P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been known for my empathy and skills with little ones since I was a kid myself and after 20 years of providing care, I have not lost my silly charm, only gained the experience necessary to help raise confident and conscientious children. I have experience with kids aged birth through elementary school, but my superpowers...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah has been the nanny for our two children since they were babies. They are now 4 and 7, and since they both go to school, Sarah only needs to take care of them in the PM. We hope she is able to find another family to work for in the morning.
Sarah is 100%...
Amber K.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Adrianna has been babysitting my daughter since she was an infant. She is responsible and reliable. She is always attentive and engages with my daughter."
Michelle C.
Roddy P.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Roddy can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Rodney worked in our garden for the better part of two days planting large bushes, which required fairly heavy labor working around rocks and roots. He was terrific. Worked non-stop, was responsive to our request and instructions but did not need careful...
Karen W.
Diana S.
Stoughton, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jill-of-all-trades Available For Anything And Everything You Need
5.0
(2)
I can offer you over 25 years experience in personal assisting, child care, home care (residential and commercial cleaning), cooking, and so much more. I am also a certified addiction counselor, and I have over 20 years experience in all things administrative (office management, bookkeeping, human resources, executive support,...
Diana can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
My name is Natalya. I graduated from Lasell University in 1997 with Physical Therapy Practitioner degree and since then I have been employed in multiple long and short term rehabilitation facilities caring for seniors with cognitive and physical illnesses and disabilities including working at Newton Wellesley Center for...
Natalya can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Natalya was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was always a team player and had a skill set that was amazing and supportive of my grandmother.
My grandmother had just suffered a loss and was incredibly difficult to deal with at times and Natalya took this in...
Destiny L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elisabeth and I love to create fun art, STEM, and educational experiences for youth. I have worked at my local Boys and Girls Club for five years. Currently I am a paraprofessional. I am looking to work with children and families on a more individual level. I have experience creating lesson plans, facilitating and...
Elisabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of getting to know Elizabeth. After a time of talking with and getting to see her interact with various children, with different ages and personalities, in her work environment, I have come to my own conclusion of Elisabeth as a caring,...
Crystal C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
About Linda ... I am a licensed CNA. I have been providing health and rehabilitative services in the private community for over 25 plus years. Experienced and skilled, hands on personal care, warm and caring, compassionate to needs, meal prep and great cooking. Safety needs, medication, life enrichment. Personal services...
Linda can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, home modification, visiting nurse, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Continued review -Countless times, she stayed late or flexed her schedule to provide care when we had challenges. Linda even stayed at my mother's side during several hospital and rehab stays, ensuring that my mother's care was consistent in those facilities. She...
Chris R.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kirstyn, and I'm thrilled to offer my child care services to families seeking a kind, gentle, and creative caregiver. With a hands-on approach, I prioritize fostering a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and be themselves!
Kirstyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Kirstyn was wonderful with my daughter and dogs! I’d rehire her for any occasion."
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Justine J.
South Boston, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a former teacher, current higher ed professional with 10 years of professional experience. I started babysitting at the age of 15. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I began to run my own classroom at 22. When I left that position because I was moving, I took a nannying job working with a...
Justine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She's an incredible caretaker!!!!!"
Megan K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a housekeeper / house cleaning so that I can show my organizational skills and cleaning experience to keep a house well cared for and organized. I like to help families / people with the daily tasks they don't do, the people I work for are very happy and grateful. I am punctual, responsible and full of...
Karine can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Karine is very approachable and responsive in her communication. She is respectful of time (she shows up punctually and finishes the job on time). She does a great cleaning job, I will definitely hire her again."
Sergio S.
Madeline C.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madi and I live in Wellesley, MA. I am currently a college student at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA as a Special Education major. I have always loved animals, big and small. I now have about 6 years of experience in pet care as my friend and I used to run our own service in and around the neighborhood....
Madeline can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Made a terrific connection with our Goldendoodle. Professional, courteous and trustworthy. We will recommend to our friends and family!"
Solomon B.
Diana S.
Stoughton, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jill-of-all-trades Available For Anything And Everything You Need
5.0
(2)
I can offer you over 25 years experience in personal assisting, child care, home care (residential and commercial cleaning), cooking, and so much more. I am also a certified addiction counselor, and I have over 20 years experience in all things administrative (office management, bookkeeping, human resources, executive support,...
Diana can also help with: Home modification, errands, meal prep, visiting physician, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
"Miracle worker is what comes to mind! She has done everything from helping with our errands, caring for our cat and dog, cleaning our house, cooking meals, helping with parties, and even assisting us with caring for an elderly family member. She's definitely a...
Cheryl M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Zana and I am interested in providing care to your loved one(s). I have experience in Hospitality, Human Services, and care for kids, seniors, and disabled people. I am CPR certified. Most excitingly, I am a mother of Irish twins! I am currently in school to become a Registered Nurse!
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Dedham, MA
Cheryl F.
3.0
She was nice and all but when i told her about my severe allergies and the products are are toxic free and safe for me
she was arguing with me that her products were safe and environmental friendly. Maybe is so for the general population but not with the information that i have researched and work...
- Care member
Ashley M.
5.0
Ashley is very punctual and great with kids. She wasn't hesitant when she first met my 3 young boys and interacted with them like we've known her forever! She's babysat after a long day at her full time job with last minute notice and is very reliable. She's a great addition to any family!
- Skylar F.
Diana S.
5.0
Diana cleaned our house a couple times earlier this year and did a great job. She is very detail oriented and thorough, which I've not found to be the case for all cleaners. She was really flexible in scheduling when we needed her. We're trying to do a better job on our own, but she's definitely on...
- Emily W.
Denzil P.
5.0
Denzil was among the best caregivers we ever worked with to help with our severely autistic son. Denzil is warm, open, and energetic. He would take our son to the local park and I always felt confident that no matter what came up, Denzil could handle it. I should add that our son (then nine) could...
- Alysia A.
Faith D.
5.0
Faith has cared for our 2.5-year-old son for about a week when we were supposed to work but was almost at the last days of covid in January. She was so nice, very punctual, always calm, and always entertaining overall. She has extensive childcare experience and she is extremely smart. She didn't...
- Tugce K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dedham, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Dedham, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Dedham, MA is $19.86 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 Dedham, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Dedham, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.