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60 therapy dogs are listed in Mattapan, MA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Mattapan, MA
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Zana and I am interested in providing care to your loved one(s). I have experience in Hospitality, Human Services, and care for kids, seniors, and disabled people. I am CPR certified. Most excitingly, I am a mother of Irish twins! I am currently in school to become a Registered Nurse!
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elisabeth and I love to create fun art, STEM, and educational experiences for youth. I have worked at my local Boys and Girls Club for five years. Currently I am a paraprofessional. I am looking to work with children and families on a more individual level. I have experience creating lesson plans, facilitating and...
Elisabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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"I have had the pleasure of getting to know Elizabeth. After a time of talking with and getting to see her interact with various children, with different ages and personalities, in her work environment, I have come to my own conclusion of Elisabeth as a caring,...
Crystal C.
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have already 12 years of experience with elder care. Helping with ADLs to clients in their homes. The services included bathing, shopping, toileting, transfers, light housework, transportation to doctors appointments and more. I'm a certified CNA with a college degree.
Juliet can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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"I am quadriplegic and have difficult care needs. I hired Juliette to care for me for four days while I was visiting Boston. What a delightful experience! She is capable, intelligent, learns quickly and is a pleasure to spend time with. I checked the references they...
Claude G.
Evelyn A.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. Having to worked in both assisted living facility and homecare setting I think I have first of all helped in maintaining a safe independent and dignified lifestyle. helping seniors with the activities of daily living makes me feel some form of...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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"I ended up not being able to bring Evelyn on, but I wish I had. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and had great suggestions. She clearly knew the job and had a wealth of experience. I hope to employ her in the future."
Erika D.
Susan M.
West Roxbury, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Overseeing the care of my own aging parents, I have again realized my love of the elder population.
I possess a great knowledge both professionally and personally in the care needs of the Elder population. I have worked in elder care for over 20 years, in home care as case manager, nursing home as director of social services...
Susan can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
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"I can't say enough good things about Susan. She was the primary companion for my mother for 4 years. She is very kind, patient, supportive and caring, plus she is organized, knows what needs to be accomplished, and takes care of everything. She treated my mother...
Andrea W.
Madeline C.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madi and I live in Wellesley, MA. I am currently a college student at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA as a Special Education major. I have always loved animals, big and small. I now have about 6 years of experience in pet care as my friend and I used to run our own service in and around the neighborhood....
Madeline can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
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"Made a terrific connection with our Goldendoodle. Professional, courteous and trustworthy. We will recommend to our friends and family!"
Solomon B.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Lily and I am soon to be a graduate at Umass Boston. I am an Exercise and Health Science major, and am enrolled into Physical Therapy school.
I am willing to help you with anything needed. Specifically with light housekeeping, laundry, organization, crafts, light cooking and cleaning, and babysitting during...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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"Lily is a lovely girl who took good care of my 21 month old toddler. My toddler quickly took a liking to Lily and got along very well with her. "
Jennifer K.
Faith D.
Cambridge, MA
$25-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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
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"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.
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kristi and I am a kindergarten teacher. I have over 10 years of experience with babysitting and childcare. I am certified in the areas of Early Childhood and Elementary Education, First Aid and CPR certified and am happy to provide tutoring services in addition to babysitting.
Kristi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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"Kristi was just great! Professional and kind. She was the first babysitter for our 2-month old and made us feel at ease. We came home to a very happy baby!"
Alexandra D.
Windy R.
East Boston, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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"Our children loved having Windy around. She cared for them for almost a year for full days. We also enjoyed having her around, great company and always left the house clean. She’s reliable, warm and creative in engaging the kids and getting them outside. "
Care member
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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"Sofia is very dedicated and helpful. She is funny and loves to be outdoors and play with the children she babysits. She is always on time and is a very reliable person."
Adriana O.
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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, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Thalissa P.
Holbrook, MA
$28-42/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind , attentive and caring. As a Social Worker I have a passion for children.
I like working with kids because there is so much you can learn from them ! They bring a new meaning to life and give you a different lens and change your outlook. Their energy is empowering !
I started working with...
Thalissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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"She was very respectful and professional. My nieces and nephews constantly ask me to bring her again over to watch them. "
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Justine J.
South Boston, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a former teacher, current higher ed professional with 10 years of professional experience. I started babysitting at the age of 15. I started working as a paraprofessional in a therapeutic school at 18. I began to run my own classroom at 22. When I left that position because I was moving, I took a nannying job working with a...
Justine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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"We were sad when Justine moved away. She is a truly good person, always fully present, energetic, and reliable. Our two children felt safe and comfortable with her, and we knew they were also having fun while she was home with them. I recommend her without...
Mary G.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, dedicated, reliable and flexible cleaning professional and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I offer high quality service and reasonable rates in one-time or regular basis (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) arrangement. Cleaning supplies are negotiable, I have the basic to offer and we can discuss...
Stephanie can also help with: General room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have an extensive background in tutoring. I peer tutored freshmen biology at the Winsor school in Boston for two years. I also tutored children ages K1-5th grade in reading and writing skills at the Mather School in Boston for four years. In addition to academic tutoring, I also served as head of a peer support group for lower...
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"Faith is an amazing aspiring teacher who tutored my 7 year old daughter. She is punctual, communicative and kid friendly. She worked hard to always plan ahead and have things ready. Please message me if you have any questions."
Adora G.
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As someone with a decade of experience as a childcare provider, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I have a Graduate degree in [Your Degree], and I'm trained in First Aid, CPR, and Doula services. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs.
My calm,...
Dorothea can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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"Dorrie was amazing with our newborn! Very intuitive and calm. She helped us tremendously as we transitioned into life as new parents. "
Judith H.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in childcare and experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology and recently moved to Boston to pursue my Doctorate in...
Caitlyn M.
Somerville, MA
$30-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 24 years old with roughly six years of nannying experience! Ive also worked as a preschool teacher mainly in the toddler classroom while also helping out in the infant room for about one year. As well as my long experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from...
Caitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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"Caitlyn started with us when our daughter was just 3 months old and was with us for a year until we started daycare! Our daughter absolutely loves Caitlyn and would screech in the morning every time Caitlyn walked in the door. They always spent time outside at the...
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Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mattapan, MA
Elisabeth V.
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I have had the pleasure of getting to know Elizabeth. After a time of talking with and getting to see her interact with various children, with different ages and personalities, in her work environment, I have come to my own conclusion of Elisabeth as a caring, mindful, thoughtful, trusting,...
- Crystal C.
Juliet S.
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Juliet has been incredibly helpful to my Mom. She is kind, patient, competent, and very reliable. I feel lucky that we connected with Juliet and would highly recommend her.
- Meghan T.
Evelyn A.
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I ended up not being able to bring Evelyn on, but I wish I had. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and had great suggestions. She clearly knew the job and had a wealth of experience. I hope to employ her in the future.
- Erika D.
Susan M.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Susan. She was the primary companion for my mother for 4 years. She is very kind, patient, supportive and caring, plus she is organized, knows what needs to be accomplished, and takes care of everything. She treated my mother as if she were her own. We are...
- Andrea W.
Madeline C.
5.0
Made a terrific connection with our Goldendoodle. Professional, courteous and trustworthy. We will recommend to our friends and family!
- Solomon B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mattapan, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mattapan, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mattapan, MA is $20.75 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 Mattapan, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mattapan, 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.