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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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, daily feeding
5.0
"My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly."
Barbara B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...
5.0
"Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little...
Rudy C.
Cherylann S.
Woburn, MA
$40/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Cherylann.. I have been a foster mother for the state of mass. I've been working with kids my entire life, been a foster mother for the state of Ma.. worked as a preschool teachers aid for nine years, worked for a overnight nanny service which was extensive training. I have had CPR and first aid training ....
Cherylann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny."
Jeremiah M.
Elaine D.
Malden, MA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Have 20 Years Of Experience With House Cleaning And House Sitting. Open Availability
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience cleaning houses and apartments. I also offer to organize and help clients declutter their homes as well as post construction cleaning services. Have helped during parties such as serving food, doing dishes and tidy up afterwards.
Elaine can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"Very dependable and punctual and went above and beyond my expectations."
Hanna B.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & 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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been professionally working with children for over 10 years. I worked at child care service for 3 years working my way up from a part time assistant in infants to the infant program coordinator. I then took on a full time job for a family when I had watched both of their daughters as infants in my classroom. Their family...
Francesca can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Francesca was the lead teacher at our daycare for my son. She was great with the infants and worked well with the parents. She has not worked for us as a family outside of daycare but I am sure she would be an awesome nanny/child care provider for any family!"
Shauna D.
Emma S.
South Boston, MA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I absolutely love working with kids. I have worked at two different summer camps with children ranging from ages 3-12 along with children of special needs. In addition, I have babysat children from 6 months-13 years old and nannied full time the past four summers. I am CPR certified...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Extremely professional, patient, and caring. Emma has watched my 4 children (from toddler to school aged) for years and is like a member of our family.
You would be lucky to have her!"
Alexi C.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Dori has been fantastic at figuring out and taking care of our 1 month old's needs. In addition, she has helped with our 2 year old son. She proactively asks what she can do to help around the house and is so friendly. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced, educated, artistic and neuro-affirming career nanny based in Somerville is looking for a part-time (15-30hrs a week) nanny position.
I'm Lilia (they/them) and I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and 4 years of experience in education as an ESL teacher and a paraprofessional in Cambridge Public Schools....
Lilia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lilia has cared for my 8 and 10-year old for the past year. They are so kind, creative, and communicative. My kids have loved being with them while doing art, playing outside, and just generally playing games and being silly. "
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5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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.
5.0
(3)
[Red Cross Certified] My priorities are to have a calming approach with children and encourage activities daily for their motor skills and cognitive abilities. I have had experience with multiples of children , and prefer to manage the day with a routine.
When it comes to taking care of children, I believe it is good to meal...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria was a pleasure to have around our home. She helped out a lot with chores and making sure the kids were occupied with some activities. Simply put, she is wonderful and I will hire her again!"
Isabella G.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kirstyn, and I'm thrilled to offer my child care services to families seeking a kind, gentle, and creative caregiver. With a hands-on approach, I prioritize fostering a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and be themselves!
Kirstyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Kirstyn was fantastic with our little toddler. He loved spending the evening with her and playing inside and outside. Kirstyn was prompt and professional. Would definitely hire again. "
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Diana C.
Watertown, MA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in providing both cleaning and pet care services. While I have more experience in professional cleaning, I am passionate about expanding my skills in animal care as well. I'm dedicated, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn, making me a reliable choice for both pet care and cleaning needs.
Disclaimer:...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"I'm a single mother of a 14 year old girl and also a dog owner, Diana has been of great help during my busy work schedules, emergencies, school and vacation times.
In the four years that she's taken care of my daughter she has built a great rapport with her and...
Paula H.
5.0
(1)
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ariana and I am 26 years old. I attended Merrimack College. I graduated with a BA in human development & human services and education. I enjoy working with kids and helping them grow. I have been working with kids for about 10 years now. Right now I want to apply as a child care taker for your child because I love...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ariana worked for me for two summers at our YMCA Summer Camp, as well as during the school year at our After School Programs. Ariana is friendly, attentive to the children, responsible, and very reliable. The kids love Ariana and she always takes the lead among her...
Amanda W.
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: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Rodney worked in our garden for the better part of two days planting large bushes, which required fairly heavy labor working around rocks and roots. He was terrific. Worked non-stop, was responsive to our request and instructions but did not need careful...
Karen W.
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sura has been babysitting for us for a while, and she is nothing but a joy! She's always on time, got along super well with my kid and the family and she's extremely kind. I've known her from when she worked at my child's school therefore she's responsible,...
Shahir A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
My name is Inglid. I have 10 + Years of experience in cleaning. It will be a pleasure to work with you!
Inglid can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Inglid did an excellent job cleaning our apartment. She was timely, friendly, and made our home look great! I will be hiring her again."
Ryan W.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I met Sarah when I was 7 months pregnant And no matter how much you think you know everything because there is information on the internet You are never ready for the birth of a baby I guarantee it! I am grateful to have met her and for all the love, care and...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in New Town, MA
Juliet C.
5.0
My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly.
- Barbara B.
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little gifts cheered up my mom.
I would...
- Rudy C.
Cherylann S.
5.0
Cherylann goes above and beyond, and really cares about the children she works with. Our daughter absolutely loves her and any family would be lucky to have her as a nanny.
- Jeremiah M.
Elaine D.
5.0
Elaine is truly outstanding in what she does. She has been such a gift to our family in how she improves our lives. I recommend her with much enthusiasm
- Kate S.
Kaitlyn C.
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.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in New Town, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in New Town, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in New Town, 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 New Town, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in New Town, MA is $30.00 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 New Town, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in New Town, 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 New Town, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in New Town, 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 New Town, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in New Town, 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.