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60 therapy dogs are listed in Needham, MA
The average posted rate is $28/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Needham, MA
Hello!
My name is Michelle. I am a licensed Special Education teacher in MA. I currently work in with 3rd and 4th graders teaching reading and math. I have 4 years of tutoring experience, including remote services. I look forward to working with you and your family!
5.0
(2)
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: Hospice services, personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"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.
Hi, I have over a decade of babysitting and caretaking experience, and I'd love to help you and your family.
I graduated from Wesleyan University with a degree in Economics and Psychology where I captained the women's ice hockey team. I've been in the financial services since graduating in 2021.
I'm available for childcare,...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nathaniel B.
Needham, MA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Lifelong Learner And Caregiver Looking For An Opportunity To Add Value And Care To Families.
I'd describe my personality as loyal, caring and patient.
I like caring for seniors because they have lived their lives and are a wealth of knowledge and experiences to share. I enjoy meeting new people and helping seniors manage their lives later in life. I have 9+ years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician and...
Nathaniel can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kate. J. I live in Needham, MA where my husband and I have raised our five children.
Eight years ago my mother developed Alzheimer's. While she was still able to live in her own home I attended to her needs including household help, medication management, driving to doctors appts and social events, shopping, dressing...
Kate can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care, meal prep, transportation & more
Hi! My name is Sue. I have been providing childcare to families for the past seven years. I am a former special needs teacher and a mom of two grown children. I drive a safe, reliable car. My vaccinations, Covid and flu, were recently updated in the fall of 2024.
I have worked with children of varying ages but truly enjoy...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...
5.0
"Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."
Alysia M.
Madeline C.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Made a terrific connection with our Goldendoodle. Professional, courteous and trustworthy. We will recommend to our friends and family!"
Solomon B.
Suzanne G.
Natick, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate and hard working
person who has been working in this field for
over 12 years. I have skilled training in elderly
care from companionship, personal care, COPD,
dementia, hospice, medication management,
multiple sclerosis, stroke patients and much
more.
I am known to be someone who goes above
and beyond...
Suzanne can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Suzanne took excellent care of my mother for 7 years until she passed. Suzanne is very knowledgeable in the medical field. She was empathetic, punctual, dependable, meticulous, and above all has a great sense of humor. Anybody who hires Suzanne will have made an...
Steven M.
Ssekabira K.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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I can help feed, bath, and dress patients. I can also make sure patients are taking their medications on time, I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice care.
Ssekabira can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It is a pleasure to recommend Ssekabira. We had many mediocre HHAs before him. He is the epitome of excellence. There aren't enough superlatives to describe him. He now owns a home health care agency, Shalom Exal Services Inc; I can personally vouch for its...
Daniel G.
5.0
(5)
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!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Neem and I use they/them pronouns.
Currently attending Lesley University in the M. A. program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy.
I have extensive experience with neurodivergent and traumatized youth. I am happy to provide references.
Children are valuable...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn has watched my twin boys several times since they were 4 years old (they are now 6). She is kind, responsible and dependable- never had any problems at all. I'm happy to recommend her as a sitter."
Melissa M.
5.0
(1)
Bathing, toileting, eating (GI tube feeding), other personal care, household care like laundry, light dusting, vacuuming and light meal preparations, companionship, transportation, appointments and physical therapy.
Background
Transplant from Miami. Started as a PCA during college 16 years ago. Pursued a non medical bachelors....
Natalee can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Natalee is a wonderful Caregiver. She is caring and goes above and beyond the call of duty . The family was blessed to have Natalee care for our aunt who had Dementia and needed 24/7 Care. God bless you Natalee on your future endeavors. Keep smiling and continue to...
Anna W.
Evelyn A.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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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: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is kind and very dependable. A fast -learner, trustworthy and warm. I would recommend!"
Naomi K.
Chelsea J.
Cambridge, MA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Chelsea! I am a young professional who just graduated from grad school and moved to Cambridge from North Carolina. While I am currently working a 9-5 in biotech I miss working with kids in my day-to-day.
For the past two years, before I moved to Boston, I was working as a nanny/home health aide for a family with 4 kids....
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea was great with our kids and immediately engaged my 5 year old in conversation. We will definitely have her babysit again!"
Care member
Judith B.
Dorchester, MA
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated and detail-oriented house cleaning professional with 20 years of experience in providing exceptional cleaning services for residential spaces. Known for my strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization in every home I service. I take pride in my ability to tailor cleaning approaches to...
Marcilene can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"We LOVE Marceline! Why? - she is dependable, punctual, easy to communicate with, listens to my needs, flexible, trustworthy, and a truly kind person. On top of all those wonderful qualities she is a fabulous House Cleaner. Walking into my home after Marceline has...
Meredith A.
5.0
(2)
Highly dedicated, caring, and trustworthy professional nanny with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional childcare services. Seeking a long-term, full-time position in early childhood care and education, where I can use my strong nurturing, developmental, and educational skills to contribute to the growth and...
Adela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adela came recommended from a nearby neighbor and is a joy to have in our home whenever we comes. She has helped take care of my 1st child Manuel since he was 2 and later with my little one (now 1) whenever we needed the extra help during busy work seasons, or, on...
Care member
Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
4.6
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents, my name is Sarah I have 10+ years of experience in child care services around Boston and 4 countries. I'm excited to show you more about me and the details of my habilites to take care of your loved ones. As a Social Worker (my first degree) I worked for a Non profit in 3 countries, in the education environment,...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Dias came to our family since J. (my newborn) was 2 weeks old. She provided safe environment, help us with night schedule and day. My baby didn’t sleep through the night, but she was very patient and nurturing and every situation. 4 months working together! "
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Needham, MA
Juliet S.
5.0
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.
Maria V.
5.0
Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her.
- Alysia M.
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.
Suzanne G.
5.0
Suzanne took excellent care of my mother for 7 years until she passed. Suzanne is very knowledgeable in the medical field. She was empathetic, punctual, dependable, meticulous, and above all has a great sense of humor. Anybody who hires Suzanne will have made an excellent choice. She has my full...
- Steven M.
Ssekabira K.
5.0
It is a pleasure to recommend Ssekabira. We had many mediocre HHAs before him. He is the epitome of excellence. There aren’t enough superlatives to describe him. He now owns a home health care agency, Shalom Exal Services Inc; I can personally vouch for its excellence.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Needham, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Needham, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Needham, 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 Needham, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Needham, MA is $28.67 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 Needham, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Needham, 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 Needham, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Needham, 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 Needham, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Needham, 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.