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Hi! My name is Kelsey & have been care-giving for over 8 years providing continuous, high-quality support to families. I started caring for seniors at a very young age, and nothing is more rewarding to me than having a job where I can provide for those who truly need it. Throughout the years I have gained A LOT of experience...
Kelsey can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, personal care
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+ yrs private & hospital and home setting medical experience, I'm comfortable with wound care, medication administration, physical therapy if need and or adjustments with clients. Extremely patient, easy going, compassionate, energetic, vibrant, motivated, organized, efficient, friendly and comfortable with Pets. Home...
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Elizabeth was absolutely amazing. I had a very last minute need that she was able to accommodate. Not only that she was able to prepare meals, care for my disabled dog, run errands, and a variety of other things that I am incredibly grateful for. She’s smart, into...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started pet sitting and walking dogs about 15 years ago. I love being able to care for pets in the many ways that I do. I've been a veterinary technician for 13 years and I have pets of my own. Providing a comfortable space for the pets I care for is a priority to me.
I have experience in doggy day care and technician...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Anyone with an insulin dependent pet that requires daily injections knows, leaving your baby and his medication in someone else's hands is anxiety provoking. Casandra made it exceptionally easy, even on short notice. She provided wonderful care, not only for our...
Jill H.
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: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
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: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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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, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, live-in home care & 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
Lisa B.
Closter, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Lisa, I live in Closter and I am a mother of three beautifully grown children. I have my own pet service and have been house sitting and pet sitting for the past 10 years. I am extremely dedicated and a lover of all animals. I enjoy taking care of families pets and sometimes homes while my clients travel,...
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, boarding, grooming & more
5.0
"Lisa was very caring for my elderly dog,she took her time and really tried to make her stay more comforting.I would highly recommend her."
Paula C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of two grown children. I have 10 years of experience. I'm happy to help with Transportation Services, Medical Management, Shopping and placing orders for all essentials, Meal
Preparation, Bathing, Personal care, Companionship.
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jen worked for my family by caring for my mom from 2012 through 2019. Ms. Jen would travel with us back and forth from NJ to FL, I don't know how I would have weathered caring for my mom with out Ms. Jen.
She was a tremendous blessing, she cared for my moms needs...
Miriam M.
5.0
(2)
My name is Julie I am a mother and have experienced with children. I am experienced in childcare. I have a few years of experience in the school system. I am a certified substitute teacher and a paraprofessional. I am also experienced in behavioral children as I am experienced with children of special education. I am also a...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"During the years when my mother was sick Julie A. was a great companion and caregiver. Always caring and loving and had empathy for my mom. She took my mother out to places when she felt good. She took her to her Doctor appointments and to the hospital to get chemo...
Maria A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I believe I am an excellent match in partnering with you to care for you and your family! Though I am new to Care. com, I have over 10 years of experience in child care. I come from a big family and have been caring for children of all ages since the age of 8 years old. I am also studying towards my masters in biology to...
Kaydean can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I have 2 under2 that were both born during the pandemic. Needless to say, we haven't had much of a break, let alone a date night in months. KAYDEAN WAS PHENOMENAL!!!!!!!! She arrived on time despite NYC traffic. Kaydean was friendly and polite, she...
Olivia Z.
5.0
(3)
10+ years of experience w/ seniors both in-home care and in facilities. I have strong references, am extremely compassionate, upbeat, patient, kind, very engaged, trustworthy, and reliable.
I am trained in personal care, physical therapy assistance, bathing, feeding, transporting, and have been contracted through hospice.
I...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Most dedicated hard working person I've met. Loyal. Trustworthy. Every quality one would want for employee she possesses. Personally and professionally."
Erica M.
5.0
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping.. I'm very hard working man I can fit in where ever I go and a loving person
Peter can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I highly recommend Peter M. for a home health aide position. He is incredibly attentive, ensuring that those in his care feel comfortable, safe, and well-supported. His dedication to meeting individual needs with patience and kindness sets him apart. He is...
Esther A.
Sara H.
Haledon, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in the field of Occupational Therapy for 20 years. I transitioned a year ago to home health services assisting adults and their families with activities of daily living. I've worked with individuals and as a live in with progressive diagnoses, those with limited physical abilities as well as those recovering from...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara ."
Joanne P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom, raised my son mainly solo, owned a successful yoga studio and training school for 17 years. Have semi retired but still too young and active to just sit around. I spent the past 6 months taking care of a lovely gentleman who had stage 4 cancer. I was with him right until the end. Besides his physical needs, like...
Mandy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mandy was wonderful with our 15 months old, highly recommend her."
Sonia K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a male caregiver of Filipino descent. I completed the nursing program (LPN). However, I did not proceed to get my license to pursue a nursing career. I am also trained in massage therapy.
I have more than 10 years of experience working as a CNA in various nursing facilities. I took care of patients with a variety of case...
Camilo can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Camilo has been working with my father and he is caring , dependable, and a very skilled provider . He goes above and beyond caring for my my father and also works extremely well with my mother. 100% recommend him !!!"
Chris H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of childcare experience, which includes both non-paying and paying jobs. The non-paying "gig" involves raising my two sons, one is a college graduate, and the other is a high school sophomore. I've been a substitute teacher in the Westwood Regional School District since 2019. Prior to COVID, I was a...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"Fabulous babysitter, would hire her again in a heartbeat"
Sian R.
Krystyna W.
Yonkers, NY
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. References can be furnished upon request.
Krystyna can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Krsytyna is a wonderful caregiver. She is completely reliable and trustworthy. She is very caring and attentive. She takes initiative. I recommend her highly."
Malgosia M.
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.
Donna H.
Paterson, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Certified Home Health Aide, responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services, while assisting with medication. Provide caring companionship, promoting excellent in clients care in accordance with each client. Dementia care provider. dependable and reliable. discuss what time are available to fit client...
Donna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Miss Donna is a beautiful person, inside and out. Her Kind spirit shines through. We accidentally hit decline. We are not technology savvy. Please Know that your loved one/s will be in great not only Good hands with Miss Donna! experienced, compassionate and...
Cathy C.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Hillsdale, NJ
Elizabeth R.
5.0
Elizabeth was absolutely amazing. I had a very last minute need that she was able to accommodate. Not only that she was able to prepare meals, care for my disabled dog, run errands, and a variety of other things that I am incredibly grateful for. She’s smart, into healthy eating, and most...
- Care member
Casandra S.
5.0
Anyone with an insulin dependent pet that requires daily injections knows, leaving your baby and his medication in someone else's hands is anxiety provoking. Casandra made it exceptionally easy, even on short notice. She provided wonderful care, not only for our Sugar Baby but his siblings. She...
- Jill H.
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.
Keisha C.
5.0
Keisha is the best, she takes great care of my dad. He was diagnosed with Parkinsons earlier this year. She gets him up and moving and makes sure his every need is met.
- Care member
Lisa B.
5.0
Lisa has been our doggie nanny and caretaker since November 2019. She is SIMPLY THE BEST that we have ever had. I have 2 small - medium-sized fur babies, one of them being very particular about who she trusts and opens her heart to, and Lisa had her out on walks on Day 2, something that has taken...
- Kathryn K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Hillsdale, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Hillsdale, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Hillsdale, 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 Hillsdale, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Hillsdale, NJ is $20.00 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 Hillsdale, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Hillsdale, 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 Hillsdale, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Hillsdale, 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 Hillsdale, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Hillsdale, 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.