Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Dorchester, MA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Dorchester, MA
Alice G.
Dorchester, MA
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
To share a little about my experience, I babysat my neighbour's two boys for three years when they were 8/10 until 11/13 while I attended high school. They moved shortly after I began university. My parents had co-workers with toddlers who needed day time care so I provided my services to them as well.
I haven't done much...
Alice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
I'm employed as a part-time private aide for the elderly who may reside in an assisted living community, rehabilitation facility or home setting. My job functions provided but not limit to:
*Provide safety precautions and prevent client from injury.
*Assist client in baths, toilet and hygiene procedures.
*Dress and style hair...
Monique can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
April W.
Dorchester, MA
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Work history manage cleaning service for homes offices, worked for property management as administrative assistant as day to day operations, construction knowledge shopping errand running party events house cleaning and other services as provided in a a timely matter, dependable reliable.
Emma M.
Dorchester, MA
$27/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Emma residing in South Boston. I hold a certification in Early Education and possess valuable experience working with children aged 2 months to 5th grade in schools and day cares. Furthering my education, I have begun to study psychology, where I delved into ABA therapy, gaining over a year of experience in a clinic...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hannah T.
Dorchester, MA
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caring and outgoing individual, I've dedicated the past 3 years of my life to supporting families by providing reliable childcare services. My passion lies in creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive and learn.
I believe in open and consistent communication with parents, ensuring that they receive regular...
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects.
In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years.
I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation.
I am...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, errands, personal care & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been a pet parent and have always been an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, and fish. I have 4 years of paid pet sitting experience and 3 additional years of volunteer work with animals. I am an energetic, young professional who loves and enjoys the company of animals.
My most recent sitting...
Faofizah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away. "
Care member
Jackie G.
South Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Jackie and I live in Quincy. I graduated from Endicott College in 2019 where I studied Educational studies/autism and applied behavior analysis. My availability includes week day early mornings, week day evenings, and Saturdays during the day. I've been babysitting for about 10 years and on top of that have had...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Jackie cared for our 3 kids and was wonderful! The kids loved her, she was on time and reliable!"
Caitlin T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 15 years experience as a certified nursing assistant/ CPR certified Health and fitness coach. Wide range of experienced care- I am able to fulfill tasks needed such as ; household tasks, meal prep, bathing, dressing, transport/ lift & assist with physical therapy. Attention to detail, organized and provide...
Marissa can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Marissa was a pleasure. She helped my father getting ready for the wedding and helped him through the evening. She was a pleasure to talk with and my father thought that she was wonderful. I would absolutely hired her again."
Mark S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Diana, I live in Boston, I provide my services as a nanny, I am a kind and disciplined person with 16 years of experience in the upbringing and development of children of different ages. Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to make a positive change in children's lives. experience in...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diana has been with our family for 8 months and she is truly amazing. She's reliable, dependable, caring, nurturing and patient. She is adventurous and creates exciting moments for our child daily. Diana communicates with us on the development of our child and...
Alex D.
Diana C.
Watertown, MA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in providing both cleaning and pet care services. While I have more experience in professional cleaning, I am passionate about expanding my skills in animal care as well. I'm dedicated, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn, making me a reliable choice for both pet care and cleaning needs.
Disclaimer:...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"I'm a single mother of a 14 year old girl and also a dog owner, Diana has been of great help during my busy work schedules, emergencies, school and vacation times.
In the four years that she's taken care of my daughter she has built a great rapport with her and...
Paula H.
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Denzil is amazing. The only regret we ever had with Denzil is that we met him just a few months before our severely autistic son moved to a residential school in Framingham. Denzil was extremely competent and professional, but he also cared for us and our child....
Jeff H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Male senior therapeutic engagement specialist with 15+ yrs exp. home health & long term facilities. Currently building a private practice of wellness support visits in home and facility including long-term, rehabilitation, assisted and independent living. Offering a keen eye on your loved one when you can't. By providing highly...
Andrew can also help with: Dementia, respite care, companionship, specialized care, home modification, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"My family and I were starting to become overwhelmed with caring for our ailing dad. We hired Andrew. Andrew stepped right in to the position with confidence and most importantly compassion! Andrew was dependable, loyal, organized, helpful and on top of all that he...
Nancy J.
Justine J.
South Boston, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Education Teacher With Masters Degree Available Full Time
5.0
(1)
I have been working in the special education field for 12 years. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I ran my own classroom at 22. I have a Masters Degree and a wide range of experience. I'm young, energetic and looking to work with families who need my support. I am able to provide child care,...
5.0
"She's an incredible caretaker!!!!!"
Megan K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
With over 13 years of professional childcare experience in both London, UK, and Boston. I have a solid foundation in caring for children and infants across all age groups. I hold a childcare degree from Barnet and Southgate College in London, UK. I am also a mother of two who have earned their PhD degrees in engineering and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Esmat took care of our baby from when she was a few weeks old. She has always treated her with so much affection and care that she felt like part of the family. We would definitely recommend her as a nanny or babysitter."
Sahar S.
Windy R.
East Boston, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for opportunities to help new mothers with their newborns. Infants are my specialty, and I just finished my last job where I was with a baby from 7 weeks until he was 6 months old.
I have my bachelors degree in psychology along with 2 years of masters classes in clinical psychology. I have been a nanny for multiple...
Windy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love working with Windy! She has been taking care of our little one since he is 5 weeks old, and as first time parents, we learned a lot from her. She is so calm and gentle with him, and reads his signals very well. He adores her and we have full piece of mind...
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley. I have worked in the Homecare profession for 28 years and counting. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's , Parkinson's Quadriplegics , Stroke , Cancer, Scleroderma, Multiple Sclerosis & Hospice care. I assist with bathing, dressing, meals, medication management , colostomy bag , housekeeping duties and...
Ashley can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ashley was wonderful. She helped my mother and was a calming presence and very kind. She was always on time, professional and she has a heart of gold. I wish I had found her earlier during my mom’s illness. She is very knowledgeable in the field of care giving...
Care member
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in child development and trauma looking to provide babysitting services throughout the summer and into the school year. I have babysat for 3families through Care. com and multiple others outside of the service. I am comfortable babysitting multiple children at a time and...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sofia has done an excellent job on our church's paid childcare team as well as the Sunday morning children's ministry team. It has been my pleasure to oversee her in both of these areas. The attention and care she displays for the children she serves with emanates...
Jen B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide loving and caring attention for the entire time period. Iv been doing this for about two years now. I'm comfortable with all breeds and different sized animals. most of my clients are dogs and cats, however if your Childs pet gerbil needs a home for your vacation time I can definitely do that as well. My daily schedule...
Kate can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Dorchester, MA
Faofizah S.
5.0
Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away.
- Care member
Jackie G.
4.0
Jackie cared for our 3 kids and was wonderful! The kids loved her, she was on time and reliable!
- Caitlin T.
Marissa S.
5.0
Marissa is professionally, kind, caring, trustworthy and very good at home healthcare. My parents adored her
- Care member
Diana D.
5.0
Diana is an absolute gem! We are so happy to have found her for weekend help with our girls. She is energetic, creative, patient and SO loving with both girls (ages 16 months and 5) plus our dog. If we needed a full-time nanny we would hire her in a heartbeat- any family would be lucky to have her!
- Amy K.
Diana C.
5.0
I'm a single mother of a 14 year old girl and also a dog owner, Diana has been of great help during my busy work schedules, emergencies, school and vacation times.
In the four years that she's taken care of my daughter she has built a great rapport with her and even taught her Spanish.
Diana is...
- Paula H.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dorchester, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Dorchester, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Dorchester, MA is $20.80 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 Dorchester, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Dorchester, 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.