Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Fords, NJ
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Find therapy dogs in Fords, NJ that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Fords, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Fords, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Committed Personal Care Assistant skilled in supervising and assisting clients with meal preparation and daily activities to promote independence. Caring and compassionate with proven history of positive client feedback.
Caring Companionship
Personal Service
Personal Care Assistance
Household Cleaning
Vital Signs Management...
Magdolna can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative and caring. She makes you feel at home. I am so comfortable leaving my mom with her."
Meridith T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
Sandra J.
Matawan, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
T of kids is my passion and joy. With over 15 years experience with child care services, teacher and nanny positions. aking care
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Sandra for a nanny role. Although we did not hire her (purely because we found another candidate who'd worked for a neighbor and had a lot of connections in the area), I was so impressed with Sandra. She was warm and caring, and spoke with real...
Kate S.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about senior care, Kind, Caring, Loving, Humble, Calm and happy positive, Empathetic. Furthermore, able to provide Physical, Emotional and psychological support to my clients. PT assist, with meal preparation, medication management, by mouth, diet exercise and give insulin, sugar monitor, Assist with bed...
Tahira can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Loving caring and responsible. Great and kind. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a Licensed caregiver here in Massachusetts very compassionate and experienced with more than 7 years experience in elderly care.
I have skills with dementia, Parkinson, ALS, multiple sclerosis, stroke and Alzheimers and fall risk. My strengths among others is ensuring your loved ones take a shower and eat good
I am very...
Mavis can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Mavis is an excellent care giver. Compassionate and always ready to help."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications
Assist my patients in the bathroom
I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them
Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
Bri A.
Staten Island, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started caring for seniors when I was taking care of my grandparents I knew I had a passion to help wanting to give them the best of quality of life that I possibly could and happiness.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my children. They are young adults in college so I try to spend as much time with them as I can....
Bri can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Amazing Caretaker with a great personality. I am immensely grateful for the exceptional care provided by our father's caretaker. Her dedication, patience, and compassionate approach transformed our father's daily life. She not only managed his complex needs with...
Eugene H.
Raquel R.
Linden, NJ
$25-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel has been very lreliable and punctual. We look forward to having her around more often. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...
Cathi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia and Cathi really too the time to understand my Mom and developed a wonderful relationship with her."
Dawn V.
Mzia I.
Dunellen, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...
Mzia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I just wanted to write this letter of recommendation for Mzia I. She was the caregiver for my mother Laura S. during the last three years of her life. Mzia was an excellent caregiver and incredible support for her. She was not only her companion but also her...
Dorothy F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of four grown children. I am interested in providing my services an expertise to assist parents in babysitting their own children. My genuine love and maternal instincts are truly an asset that any parent would appreciate from a caregiver to their loved one.
I believe in positive reinforcing, challenge your...
Donna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Donna has been with our family for over 2 years now. She's so great with our daughter's calm, loving and attentive. She's always on time and has never missed a day. We just had our second child and feel lucky to have Donna be a part of his life too. It's not easy...
Georgia A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!"
David M.
Angela D.
Linden, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over10 years of experience as a certified patient care provider. I can help with Transportation Services if necessary. I have worked with patients with disabilities , cancer alzhiemers and Dementia. I am compassionate, patient and a non smoker. I will communicate with both patient and family. I have worked in kosher homes...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Reliable, punctual, got along well with my mother whom she was taking care of. She took very good care of her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an animal lover with a couple years of experience caring for furry friends of all sizes and breeds. I'll treat your pup like my own, providing them with plenty of love, exercise, and playtime. I'm reliable, responsible, and flexible, and I'll always keep you updated on your pup's adventures.
**Services:**
Daily walks and...
Marlaina can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Marlaina is a very kind, caring and dependable caretaker! She has watched our dogs many times and is an so attentive to them. My dogs love her! I can enjoy my vacation knowing that they are with Marlaina!"
Kallie E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I am a college student with 7 years of experience as a nanny, live in and part time live out. I also hold an advance child care training through the Red Cross with expiration of 2026. I drive my own car and I am willing to provide my services to take your kids to doctor appointments, school, play dates and more....
Lizzete can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"My daughters love Lizz. I hired her for the mornings to take my toddler to preschool. She always arrived on time and has a perfect attendance. She woke up my daughter, got her dressed, make breakfast and did light housekeeping before she left. My toddler loves her...
Leticia R.
5.0
(1)
I am a dedicated and caring worker who has been taking care of young children and elderly individuals since 2016.
Responsibilities include:
1. Providing a warm and welcoming care environment
2. Listening to a patient's needs, wants, and other suggestions about their care
3. Attending to patient's hygienic needs such as bathing,...
Ranjanie can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"She is very responsible and a great person."
Renuka K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and empathetic person by nature and this makes me love my job as a caregiver. I have been a caregiver almost my adult life. It started when I chose to take care of my sick granddad. During my teenage years I will walk to my grandpa's house to help grandma provide him with activities of daily living. It was a...
Atlanta can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, dementia
5.0
"Atlanta was dependable, trustworthy, and experienced."
Kevin G.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced housekeeper, and organizer who will make your home shine and sparkle to the fullest extent. I have over 10 plus years performing this service, so look no more! Please contact me at your earliest convenience to discuss how I can make your home look amazing! Cleaning is an art so you provide all your favorite...
Beth can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
Jessica M.
Watchung, NJ
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jessie and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children through occupational therapy. In my experience working with kids, I've gained a deep understanding of their unique needs and challenges.
Currently, I'm pursuing my MSOT at Seton Hall University. This journey has allowed me to blend my...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Meghan S.
Dunellen, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
19 Years / Service Dog Trainer / Pet Dog Trainer / Dog Walker
Hello, it's lovely to meet you! My name is Meghan, I'm a service & pet dog trainer with 3 years experience. I'm also offering dog walking services! For training clients, you can contact me any time via text for advice and questions whenever you may need.
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, dog training
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Fords, NJ
Magdolna T.
5.0
Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative and caring. She makes you feel at home. I am so comfortable leaving my mom with her.
- Meridith T.
Alison C.
5.0
Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my children around locally, which I don't...
- Megan M.
Sandra J.
5.0
We interviewed Sandra for a nanny role. Although we did not hire her (purely because we found another candidate who'd worked for a neighbor and had a lot of connections in the area), I was so impressed with Sandra. She was warm and caring, and spoke with real affection for the children she's...
- Kate S.
Tahira R.
5.0
Loving caring and responsible. Great and kind.
- Care member
Mavis N.
5.0
Ms. M. is a very lovely and patient caregiver. She was a great help to me during my knee replacement surgery
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Fords, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Fords, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Fords, 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 Fords, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Fords, NJ is $22.42 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 Fords, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Fords, 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 Fords, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Fords, 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 Fords, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Fords, 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.
Ratings for Fords, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Fords, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.