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60 therapy dogs are listed in Holyoke, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Holyoke, MA
Jenelismar R.
Holyoke, MA
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Currently work in a school, love playing with the children!
I used to work in inhome therapy for autism children. Watching them grow, accomplish things their parents thought they couldn't accomplish I loved seeing the smiles on their faces and the joy. I love being able to help !
I currently work as a tutor (unpaid) for peers in my classes at college. I spent the last year working in a special education school as both a classroom aid and a 1:1 paraprofessional. I would list my strengths in English, writing, art, some musical instruments (flute), and some technology help (specifically for older adults). I...
Kaitlyn T.
Holyoke, MA
$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp
Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care.
With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs.
I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."
Dennis L.
Katarina N.
Holyoke, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver & Gerontologist 15+ Years Experience Supporting Quality Of Life
5.0
(1)
I am deeply committed to supporting quality of life for those with chronic illness or aging. I have a BA in Psychology and a MS in gerontology and have worked in the field for over 15 years.
I have supported individuals with: cognitive decline/impairment, chronic illness, movement disorders, physical limitations, visual...
Katarina can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is...
Care member
Hi there! I lost my beagle of 13 years this past year and it would be wonderful therapy for me to play, be around pets. Like a dream job. I live with my family in Holyoke. I am a Certified nurse assistant working part time and looking for a few days to fill. Thank you! Patti
I have over 30 years of experience working with seniors , mainly in nursing homes . I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management, house cleaning and more . I have worked in a senior day care center and group home as well .
Im looking for a change now and would prefer one to one care .
Would love to help seniors...
Paula A. can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Maggie and I am currently perusing my degree in Occupational Therapy. I have been a private childcare provider for the last six years, worked at a daycare for two years, and as a paraprofessional for one year. I am CPR and First Aid certified through the Red Cross, am vaccinated against COVID-19, and...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie is responsible, caring and excellent with kids of all ages!"
Betsy A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Services offered with child care are: light housekeeping; laundry; errands; groceries; meal preparation; transportation; plant and light gardening care; pet care.
Much of my recent work has been with elders, housekeeping, and pet care. But I'm happy to help with basic supervision of children while tending to above chores,...
Marilyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Marilyn helped us keep our home clean and organized. She worked with us multiple times a week for over a year. She is friendly and communicative and we enjoyed having her around. She takes initiative and we would hire her again!"
Care member
Jessie P.
Northampton, MA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Intuitive . Elder Coupled By Humor And The Strength To Navigate The Uncharted Aging Process
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 11 years of caregiving and hospice experience. I have excellent references. I have cared for a range of elders from an abstract expressionist to an academy award winning writer to full time mothers (who often receive no awards (wink)), Academics and Activist. I am well versed in memory loss. I am looking for 5 consecutive...
Jessie can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jessie filled a live in role to care for my mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD and several other quality of life limiting issues for over 2 years.
Jessie did a fantastic job. She always provided love and compassion with dignity. I would...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'm offering professional office and home cleaning service with years of experience. Im professional, trustworthy and hardworking. Available for weekly, by-weekly, monthly or one time cleaning. I can also help with laundry.
Olesya can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"She is a wonderful person, very reliable and very honest to the point that she found my diamond earring that's been lost for a long time and left it on my night stand . I never had anyone better then her at cleaning my house!!!! I would recommend her to...
Nina D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I have 20+ years experience working with the elderly. I specialize in Alzheimer's, Dementia, stroke, and Parkinson's patients but have experienced it all. From nursing homes, assisted living, to hospitals, hospice, and home care I have a wide array of knowledge when it comes to helping make sure your loved one is kept safe...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very attentive to my dad.kind and pleasant "
Care member
Jill R.
Westfield, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jill mother of 2. I have approximately 15 years of experience with all household cleaning. Offering weekly/monthly cleanings as well as onetime turnover/deep cleaning, cleanouts, and air b and b services. References Available. Thank you, Jill
Jill can also help with: Carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Very friendly! Did a great job helping me prepare my home for new baby! "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'd love to offer my nanny services to your family. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and years of experience working with children, which you can see in the reviews from families I've helped on my profile. I'm responsible, fun, and passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment for kids.
In addition to nannying, I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace served as the babysitter at our wedding, and she was wonderful! She was kind and engaging and did a fantastic job keeping the kids entertained and well supervised during dinner. I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Rachel O.
5.0
(1)
One opening available for a well socialized, small to mid sized dog to join our small pack.
We socialize and exercise with up to 6 dogs total. Generally however we are a pack of 4 or 5 dogs (including yours).
Tuesdays through Thursdays, 4 to 6 hours a day. Pick up, and drop off included, with an approximate 1 to 2 hour, midday,...
Marilyn can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Back in January, I hired Marilyn for some housekeeping who is amazing! After meeting my dog a few times, I could tell Marilyn really took to her and it soon became very apparent my dog also took to Marilyn. My dog is a very sweet, but shy, fearful, and cautious 8...
Kim J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature female experienced with housekeeping and household management.
Offering the following services: light cleaning; laundry; plant care; pet care; errands; grocery shopping; meal preparation; de-cluttering; organizing; bill pay and clerical tasks.
Marilyn can also help with: Window washing, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"I can't compliment Marilyn enough. She is intelligent, kind, caring, responsible, diligent, proactive, and is very, very detail oriented. I hired Marilyn about a little over a month ago to help me with clean my house and do some laundry. Shortly after I hired her I...
Kim J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families, I am offering child care, senior care, and pet care services. Looking to make some mini bestfriends along the way and create life long friendships with some of the older folks I have the pleasure of caring for. Being the oldest of my 9 siblings I have been around kiddos my whole life. I have experience working...
Sarena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Sarena was amazing with our 13 month old daughter! She was there for us last minute when we needed help and was always on time, friendly, accommodating and most important, GREAT with our daughter! Sarena made my husband and I feel completely at ease with our...
Melissa G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Good-natured, competent, and well-organized child caregiver. I am a professional Pastry Chef, Culinary Chef, and retail manager trained in Vienna, Austria, and graduated with an associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy. I am a team player, flexible, calm, open-minded, cheerful, patient, tidy and organized. Spending time with...
Viviane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Viviane is compassionate and caring, while maintaining consistent expectations for the children. She is a great mother of her child and treats the ones she cares for with the same attention as her own. "
Merlin K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience with household cleaning and organizing. Thorough one time cleaning, weekly cleaning and upkeep, laundry, and organizing services.
Paige can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!"
Judy M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal, I am 36 years old. I have worked as a nanny for 9 years and enjoy playing with and taking care of children. I am kind, fun, and caring. I am a very involved nanny and am comfortable with pets and housekeeping.
I started my professional experience working with children at a Montessori school house for a year,...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Crystal is great. She was very calm and attentive with our 2 year old son and he responded well and was very relaxed with her. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter"
Daniel B.
I'm a compassionate, board-certified occupational therapist with experience in acute care and outpatient pediatrics. My skills in problem-solving, kindness, and empathy help me assist individuals with daily life skills such as dressing, bathing, eating, and mobility. I look forward to working with your family to meet your unique...
Miriam can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Holyoke, MA
Kaitlyn T.
5.0
Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.
- Dennis L.
Katarina N.
5.0
Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is kind and empathetic, and worked...
- Care member
Maggie B.
5.0
Maggie is an amazing person I am reaching out to her for all my child care needs! She is awesome!
- Samantha M.
Marilyn O.
5.0
I can't compliment Marilyn enough. I hired her a little over month ago to help me with some housecleaning and laundry once a month and I can't be more thrilled to have found her. First, she is the most thorough, diligent, proactive, and detail oriented housekeeper I have ever met. Each time she...
- Kim J.
Jessie P.
5.0
Jessie filled a live in role to care for my mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD and several other quality of life limiting issues for over 2 years.
Jessie did a fantastic job. She always provided love and compassion with dignity. I would hear my mother, in lucid moments,...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Holyoke, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Holyoke, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Holyoke, MA is $21.83 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 Holyoke, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Holyoke, 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.