Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Needham, MA
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Find therapy dogs in Needham, MA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Needham, MA
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Needham, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well and CPR and CNA license. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking...
Aissatou can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aissatou was a great caregiver. She's very honest and polite. She truly cares about your well-being."
Alice M.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...
Sura can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!"
Samira E.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jane, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care for your furry friends. With over 20 years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting, I understand that each pet is unique and deserves personalized attention. My goal is to ensure that your pets are happy, healthy, and well-cared for while you're away.
Services...
Jane can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, daily feeding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jane takes wonderful care of our dog. She is kind and patient. Our dog is very expressive and we know when he is not happy. He is older amd Jane has quickly understood him and takes such good care of him. In addition, Jane takes photos of him and shares his day...
Stacy S.
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...
Yanique can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."
Dana K.
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Celyne I'm a house cleaner for 7 years I do every type of cleaning windows carpet bathroom and all the other needs of a house. I would be happy to do it for you.
I'd describe my personality as happy, talkative
I like caring for homes because it's always good to come home with a clean house and be able to be...
Celyne can also help with: Changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Celyne went above and beyond when cleaned my house. They took extra time and did more than was asked of them. The price is a bargain for the amount of work and attention to detail. We are looking forward to having Celyne return. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Natalya. I graduated from Lasell University in 1997 with Physical Therapy Practitioner degree and since then I have been employed in multiple long and short term rehabilitation facilities caring for seniors with cognitive and physical illnesses and disabilities including working at Newton Wellesley Center for...
Natalya can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Natalya was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was always a team player and had a skill set that was amazing and supportive of my grandmother.
My grandmother had just suffered a loss and was incredibly difficult to deal with at times and Natalya took this in...
Destiny L.
Kiara W.
Hyde Park, MA
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Assistant Teacher For 4 Years .I Had An Intern Ship At The Animal Hospital.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked with children for 7 years. (Infants- 8th grade) I currently hold an associates degree in human services from County College of Morris in NJ. I started my four year college with a major in sociology and a minor in social work.
Kiara can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She arrived early and was great with the kids."
John G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Elizabeth. I work at a 7-12 educational institution and looking for part-time babysitting after work or on some weekends. I have experience with children of all ages and studied pedagogy in Denmark for 6 months. I love all kinds of outdoor activities, puzzles, and board games. I am also an avid runner. Likewise, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Roddy P.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified.
Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life.
Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes.
Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...
Roddy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Roddy has been a wonderful addition to our team at Seniors Helping Seniors. He is reliable, caring, kind and supportive of his client's unique needs. He takes time to get to know his clients to ensure he is making the most of his time with them....
Josh O.
Brendah B.
Framingham, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Compassionate And Easy Going Caregiver Looking To Take Care Of Your Loved One.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of working experience with elderly care. I have helped families create patient care plans that included providing simple administrative duties such as answering phone calls, making appointments, and so on. Other services I provide include patient safety, transfers, range of motion exercises, medication...
Brendah can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Brenda is like a caring member of the family. She was hired to care for my paralyzed son. She was with him all day and took total care of him. They got along extremely well She is totally capable and takes her job seriously. I would highly recommend her"
Angela M.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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.
Moses S.
Natick, MA
$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Home health aide services for seniors. Hi, my name is Moses, I am a Certified Home Health Aide and also posses Certification in CPR/First Aide. I have been working with families taking care of their loved ones for the last 8yrs. I do this work with compassion, dignity, and I am pretty much friendly and tend to get along very...
Moses can also help with: Respite care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Moses to help our Dad with everyday tasks and hygiene, when he became no longer able to care for himself. Moses was patient, humorous, very knowledgeable and competent when dealing with safety and health issues, and willing to do even the difficult tasks...
Lucy D.
Lily B.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lily, and I have been babysitting and tutoring since I was in seventh grade! I have a deep love for children, and even before I babysat, I volunteered in classrooms for service hours. I love music, crafts, make-believe, baking, and anything that creates smiles. I am also experienced in ASL, am CPR and first aid...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
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"Lily is a repeat hire. When searching for a sitter, I messaged her and she responded promptly. She has been a great communicator, and I appreciate that. Some of the sitters read the message but did not reply at all. At first meeting, Lily got along instantly with...
Joman W.
5.0
(1)
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: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
Cailin R.
Boston, MA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Cailin Graduate From SUNY New Paltz Northeastern University Graduate School M.S. SLP
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cailin and I just graduated from Northeastern University with my Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. I have a lot of experience taking care of more than one child at a time between working at The Center for Spectrum Services in Kingston, NY where I worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cailin did a fantastic job. She showed up on time and both my four year old and two year old loved her. "
Care member
Breia B.
Hyde Park, MA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Breia! I am currently a nanny for three kiddos, ages 1, 6, and 8; 3 times a week and looking for another part time position 2 days a week/ My hours and days throughout the week are pretty flexible. I'm 24, living In Hyde Park, with a degree in human development and human services. I have 6 years of experience...
Breia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Breia was our nanny for 2 years, starting when our son was age 2 months. She also helped watch our older girls during non school days. Breia is flexible, fun, affectionate, and caring. She is familiar with infant care and will follow the parents' requests about...
Elise R.
4.8
(15)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am able to check in on your cats and or dogs while your away , pet taxi walking feedings and playing , Ive volunteered in a cat shelter before , walked dogs before , have given small dogs baths , Plus have had dogs and cats all my life and my children's as well , I currently have 3 indoor cats from ages 1 year , 6 years , as...
Juliet can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Juliet has been great to our puppy. She is flexible and always available to help for a reasonable price. She took care of our puppy during our vacation, and it worked out great. She also helps us out when we are working or away on long weekends. We can tell she...
Rayan Y.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience as a housekeeper / house cleaning so that I can show my organizational skills and cleaning experience to keep a house well cared for and organized. I like to help families / people with the daily tasks they don't do, the people I work for are very happy and grateful. I am punctual, responsible and full of...
Karine can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Karine has been helping us with our home for over a year now. She is so kind and friendly, and is always proactive about communicating with me. She is extremely dependable and thorough - she is very attentive to detail and also efficient. I highly recommend Karine...
Care member
Rachel A.
Brookline, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am patient and love the company of children. At 13 I babysat in the neighborhood. At 16 I worked for the Kids Corner (recreational center) with kids ranging from 6 months to 9 years old; and became CPR certified. In high school I had a care giving job for a boy with autism. I also enrolled in an HSE (human service exploration)...
5.0
"Rachel has been so helpful to our family! Our kids love her and get so excited when "Miss Rachel" is coming over. She helps out with meal preparation for the kids and the house is always tidy at the end of the day. We would definitely continue to hire Rachel for...
Kendra P.
Shannon H.
Framingham, MA
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Responsible And Experienced Pet Care Provider For Hire At 30% Off Company Cost!
5.0
(1)
I offer 30% off the local companies! I'm an experienced pet care provider from the Framingham area. I have worked for companies, caring for all types of house pets since 2008, including dogs, rabbits, cats and birds. I have experience as a dog walker, trainer, groomer and boarder in the Boston area, as well as a cat sitter and...
Shannon can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!"
Kara C.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Needham, MA
Aissatou C.
5.0
Aissatou was a great caregiver. She's very honest and polite. She truly cares about your well-being.
- Alice M.
Sura H.
5.0
Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!
- Samira E.
Jane H.
5.0
Jane was fantastic. She took wonderful care of my pets and sent regular updates and pictures. She was amazing.
- Care member
Yanique B.
5.0
Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her.
- Dana K.
Celyne D.
5.0
The quality of cleaning was evident, and the use of high-quality, eco-friendly products was a nice touch. They even managed to tackle some challenging areas that I hadn't expected to see so clean.
- 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 $29.17 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.