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60 therapy dogs are listed in Dorchester, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Dorchester, MA
Florentina B.
Dorchester, MA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello my Name is Florentina I'm 25 years old I started babysitting when I was 14 years old when parents and Aunt used to go Church services an leave my cousin and Brother with me , I truly enjoy spending time with children I understand how hard it's to find someone you can trust with yours kids, you can count on me I'm...
Florentina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
My focus is giving my customers the best quality I been in the business 5years now I'm trustworthy I know having strangers come into your house is scary so I tell you exactly when I coming and what I will do and I also I can give you reference and contact info. I have my own cleaning company name RoyalShine Services I can also...
Florentina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
Jillian B.
Dorchester, MA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Jillian I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Mount St. Mary University in May 2024, and I working at BU as a research assistant during the day, but I miss working with and helping children. I have significant experience with children, including three younger siblings, babysitting, and teaching Sunday...
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, home modification & 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Elizabeth. I work at a 7-12 educational institution and looking for part-time babysitting after work or on some weekends. I have experience with children of all ages and studied pedagogy in Denmark for 6 months. I love all kinds of outdoor activities, puzzles, and board games. I am also an avid runner. Likewise, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a graduate of the University of Virginia with majors in Spanish and Speech Pathology. I have many years of nanny and babysitting experience and was a behavioral therapist in social skills classes for two years in Santa Monica where I used ABA techniques. I've worked with and taken care of children from newborns to preteens,...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Claire has been an incredible caregiver to our 9 month old daughter!! Our daughter's face lights up every time she enters the room. Claire is very in tune to milestone development, and there is never a dull moment during "play time". Would HIGHLY recommend Claire...
Nicole L.
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:
First Aid
CNA
Early Education
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...
Amy K.
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
(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: Specialized care, respite care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Andrew has cared for a family member who is blind and has dementia for several years. He is knowledgeable, kind and dependable. Andrew has been like a member of the family evidenced by his commitment and dedication to my family member. He has managed difficult...
Elaine J.
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
"We cannot recommend Esmat more highly. She has been a wonderful, loving and kind member of our family for the past 2.5 years. She started working full time with our family when our oldest daughter (now almost 3) was 3 months old and our 2nd daughter is now 1 year....
Katherine W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently live in Medford, MA. I have over eight years childcare experienced as a Nanny, working as a Teacher's Assistant for a cooperative in Virginia Beach, or working as an RBT in Hawaii. I worked with children diagnosed with ASD while working as a Teacher's Assistant and RBT. I am trained in deescalating procedures as well...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica was a wonderful babysitter. Our separation was only due to a move. I have three boys with a very active schedule and she handled sports, dinner, bedtime, etc. like a champ. She is calm, organized, a great listener and from my boys perspective she is fun,...
Maryann 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I highly recommend Windy!
She is an experienced nanny and genuinely enjoys caring for children. She’s been with us since my son was 7 weeks old, feels like part of the family and has always been patient and loving toward our little man. She was great at age...
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:
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.
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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I believe that honesty comes first. I know how hard it is to open the house to a stranger, but with serious professionalism everything works out well.
I really want to help. I like to clean and organize.
I have a lot of experience and some good references too.
Customized service!
I am a mother and a housewife.
Your...
Ana can also help with: Attic cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Ana is the most wonderful housekeeper I've had. She is trustworthy, diligent, and thorough. She is also very reliable. 100% perfect! I just love working with her."
Sara S.
Ying W.
Quincy, MA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am young at heart, very healthy and active. I do professional care with many years experience. I have helped babies build up good eating and sleeping habits, and change the diet to help them resolve some issues. I also can teach Mandarin when they can speak. I have cared infants and all ages of kids. I am energetic, caring and...
Ying can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ying worked for us for over a year and was absolutely wonderful. She joined our family when my son was 6 months old and immediately helped us as new parents with bed time routines, introducing new foods, and milestone activities. Ying took our son on long walks...
Gary K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Dorchester, MA
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.
Claire B.
5.0
Claire has been an incredible caregiver to our 9 month old daughter!! Our daughter's face lights up every time she enters the room. Claire is very in tune to milestone development, and there is never a dull moment during "play time". Would HIGHLY recommend Claire to anyone seeking a nanny!
- Nicole L.
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.
Justine J.
5.0
She's an incredible caretaker!!!!!
- Megan K.
Andrew D.
5.0
Andrew has been a tremendous help to our family in caring for my Dad who has dementia. He's patient, attentive, communicative and extremely trustworthy. His expertise and experience in caring for dementia patients in particular has helped us learn new things and come up with new ways to keep Dad...
- Dave 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 $20.96 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.
Ratings for Dorchester, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Dorchester, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.