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I have 18 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, medications, errands and Light Housecleaning.
Cristina can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of my mini doxie Suzie from the time she was a puppy until now. She is about to turn 16. I've nursed her through chemo therapy and surgeries. She continues to have a zest for long walks and what ever food she can get her paws on. My Tabby cat Tiger made it to 14. He had a lot of medical needs in his final...
Ariel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands. "
tahai A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had 6 dogs in my entire life and I have been caring for dogs more than half my life now I truly love it. If could go back I would of been a veterinarian I would work for free however, I have felt this calling to care for those who don't have a voice. I took care of my dog mara for over a year where I administered insulin...
Arlene can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University studying Occupational Therapy! I have extensive childcare experience through being a full time nanny for 6 summers and my time as a full time nanny/mothers helper in the fall of 2020 for an 18 month year old boy, 7-year-old girl and 12-year-old girl as their mother...
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"
Chris B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I offer pet walking, boarding and in-house sitting services to help elevate any pet stress you may be experiencing. I require a minimum 2 hour notice ahead of time. My schedule is fully flexible and open to early mornings and evening walks Monday- Sunday.
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, dog training, pet walking
5.0
"Melissa treated my pup like her own! She took him for several walks during the day, to the park and to restaurants just like we do! He was "at home" with her and had a great time! Melissa would send me updates and pictures as to how he was doing regularly. It was a...
Talia J.
5.0
(1)
Dog mom and dog lover with four years of dog walking and caretaking experience. I offer: Dog walking, dog sitting and boarding services Excited to meet and care for your furry friend!
Mia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog...
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Want to take a vacation? Work long hours? Have a new puppy that needs attention? Let me help care for your dog or cat. I provide pet sitting and overnight stays, walking, feeding, playtime and TLC. I am also trained as an animal shelter dog walker and companion.
Wendy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Wendy was awesome! She took care of our cat for a week while we were out of the country. She sent us updates, along with cute pictures of our cat, and took amazing care of her! We will definitely be using her again."
Vye M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly dependable, professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 15 years extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly service. I am eager to care for your loved-one delivering relevant expertise, while making a positive difference everyday.
Thurdina can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I have hired Thurdina to take care of my sick Aunt over night for 3 Months.She is reliable, caring and always early for work ."
Sharon J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a friendly, responsible, animal lover. I've lived with cats all my life, fostered a tiny orphaned kitten, and have pet sat for both cats and dogs. I can provide stellar references upon request. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss my services!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(2)
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his needs but who sit with him and hold his hand She truly...
Alayne G.
5.0
(2)
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am reliable,, patient, positive, caring, and empathetic. I have spent the last 2 years caring for my mother who had dementia.
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Debra was very professional and has great communication skills, reliable. She was very patient and was able to adapt to our families needs. We trusted her with pick up and drop off to school and every time was on time always and even early at times. She did some...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep & 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.
Miguel G.
Yonkers, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver companion with more than 10 years of experience serving chronically ill patients and patients with neurodegenerative diseases. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. Passionate about elder care. Provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Passionate about providing...
Miguel can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Miguel has worked for us for almost a year. I have only praises to say about him. He is punctual, reliable, caring, professional, and principled . He gives such amazing care to my husband. We are so grateful to have him in our lives. You will be lucky to have him...
Gayle M.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Kayme
Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...
Kayme can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In addition to taking remarkable care of my two boys, Kayme has...
Ashley M.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Provide assistance with activities of Daily living performance domestic and household tasks, Transport and accompany patients to doctors appointment run errands medications reminder assist with clients personal care monitor patients vital signs, temperature, respiration And report on their condition follow client care plan and...
Keisha can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Keisha has been a caregiver for my husband for about 4 months. She brings a positive attitude every day and has been largely responsible for my husband’s progress in recovering from about 3-1/2 months of time spent in hospitals and rehab. Keisha is organized in her...
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brianna. I have 5 years of experience working with the senior population. I have previous work experience working in rehabilitative senior home care, non-profit infectious disease care and within the New York City Health and Hospitals sectors. My expertise is rooted in paying attention to detail and ensuring...
Brianna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
4.0
"We were lucky enough to work with Briana this fall for a few weeks. She was great with my daughter, dependable and organized. Sadly our family needs changed so we didn't move forward with a PT job but I highly recommend her."
Melissa V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in caring for children ranging from newborns to 13 years old. My expertise also includes handling multiple children simultaneously. With over 20 years of experience in this field, I am well-equipped to provide top-notch care. Additionally, I hold certifications in CPR and AED, ensuring the safety and...
Mara can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"Mara is very reliable and very good with children."
Lamar D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings parents! I'm Xenia I am currently offering quality child care :) I am a proud Latina so, I certainly speak Spanish fluently. I have been working with children all my life! Therefore, I've been lucky enough to always be surrounded by children as my work environment. I have previously worked in daycares with children as...
Xenia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Xenia has been working with us for almost 2 years, helping me with my twin girls who are now 2.5 years old. She is absolutely wonderful with them, and I can totally rely on her. As she started with us when the girls were about 16 months, she is great with babies,...
Lorraine S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all! I am currently on a gap year before going to college. I have a lot of experience with care giving. I am an older brother of a High School sophomore, and I used to babysit kids for multiple families within my old building. I spent my High school community service hours at homework help in my old middle school.
My...
5.0
"Xavier is tons of fun. We've known him for many years, my kids love having him sit for them. Bonus - he is super tidy, always cleans up after himself and the kids! He's super reliable."
Anna W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rossy, I'm a full-time Nanny with my own transportation with an excellent driving record I am hard-working, caring, and very responsible. I have more than 13 years of childcare experience with young toddlers and infants, I also have great experience with arts and crafts, educational activities, outdoor...
Rossy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"It is with pleasure that I write this letter of reference on behalf of Rossy. Rossy has been looking after my daughter at a day care center since she was 3 months old. Over the past two years, I've seen my daughter grow and thrived both physically and socially...
Susan L.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Demarest, NJ
Ariel S.
5.0
Ariel has years of experience with pets. She is very responsible and gentle and has a loving nature. Your pet couldn't be in better hands.
- tahai A.
Jaclyn M.
5.0
Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!
- Chris B.
Melissa M.
5.0
Melissa is amazing!! She is incredibly professional and handles my not-so-sweet cat with undeserved care. She is the only pet sitter who has successfully injected her insulin consistently and recently stayed extra when our maintenance team accidentally locked her out. I will hire her again as...
- Care member
Mia S.
5.0
Mia took care of my dog Callie for two weeks while I was away. She was very communicative and provided updates of how he was doing everyday! He came back home happy and healthy as ever. Very friendly individual and really good with dogs. Hands down my go to dog walker and dog sitter while Im away....
- Care member
Wendy M.
5.0
Went above and beyond! Excellent and caring!
- Bonni K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Demarest, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Demarest, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Demarest, 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 Demarest, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Demarest, NJ is $18.00 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 Demarest, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Demarest, 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 Demarest, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Demarest, 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 Demarest, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Demarest, 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.