Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Niantic, CT
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Find therapy dogs in Niantic, CT that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Niantic, CT
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Niantic, CT
Passionate about Ability to develop and sustain relationships with children and families from different cultures and backgrounds
Excellent team player with a collaborative approach to service delivery and conflict resolution
High standards of professionalism in all aspects of performance
Familiarity with current research in...
My goal is not only to meet but exceed your expectations, fostering a trusting relationship built on reliability, communication, and mutual respect.
Beyond my technical expertise, I pride myself on creating meaningful connections with both pets and their owners. I believe in open communication, transparency, and a genuine love...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have my bachelors in speech therapy and am in grad school for special education. I currently work at an elementary school as a behavior support paraprofessional. The students I work with have Intellectual disabilities, Autism, Emotional Disturbances, and behavioral outbursts. I also worked in a daycare for 6 years with...
Taylor Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm Hayley, a dedicated senior caregiver with over four years of experience. I specialize in providing compassionate care to seniors, including those with Alzheimer's and dementia. My services cover a wide range of needs: End-of-Life-Care, personal care, companionship, meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry, and...
Cynthia P.
New London, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Cynthia, and I have been in CT since 2016 due to my husband being stationed here for the navy. I am currently in nursing school and have been with a family here since moving in 2016. Due to covid-19, I am working much less, and I am also out of school for the summer, with classes likely continuing online. Therefore, I...
Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kerry O.
New London, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I believe caring for our older population is paramount. I have spent years caring for family in their later years all with varying medical conditions. I have a background in emergency services and mental health case management. I look forward to hearing from you.
Kerry can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep
Andiswa M.
Waterford, CT
$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. light house cleaning , engaging with clients
Andiswa can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
My name is Chancharay, I go by the nickname Kg, it's easier to pronounce
I have years of experience providing care for children, and adults, and working with different disabilities; and have a particular specialty in elderly care. My passion for helping people is what has driven me to this profession, and I am dedicated to...
Chancharay can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
Hi everyone! I understand how hard distance learning can be for kiddos and adults so I'd thought I'd offer tutoring services. I'm in school to become an educator and I currently work over in Ledyard as an instructional support aide! I can help with reading, writing, and math work, all grade levels, all learning styles. I've been...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
OFFERING NANNY SERVICES OR Emergency babysitter. Are you looking for a fun, energetic, and creative nanny to care for your little ones? Look no further! I am a stay-at-home mom with a passion for childcare and I am available all year round to care for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in my home or yours.
My house has a great...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Leona L.
Essex, CT
$14-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Duty CNA With 20 Years Experience: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hospice, Companionship Daily Care.
I like caring for seniors because: Greetings, I am passionate about improving the quality of life for individuals in need of healthcare services and strive to create a positive and comfortable environment for my clients. My attention to detail excellent communication skills, and ability to work effectively with many types of...
Leona can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Have provided as needed pet care services including dog-walking, dog-sitting (in dog's home or my own home), bathing over the past 6 years.
I lost my beloved dog about 2 years ago, am miss her everyday. Thus, I cherish the opportunity to spend time with dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes.
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
Aline T.
Groton, CT
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as
CARING. PATIENT. ORGANIZED
I like caring for seniors because I really enjoyed my family and taking care of people because I have a passion for helping other people like my own family
I'm looking for a job that I can provide my best. quality of service. work like a team. and also learn more
I...
Aline can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Caterine H.
Killingworth, CT
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience providing cleaning services. I love my job. Responsibility, trustworthiness, and attention to detail are my the foundation of my service. Understanding and fulfilling my clients expectations are my goals. It brings me happiness to see the homes of my clients clean and tidy.
Caterine can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"I have worked with Caterine and her team for several years. They are hands down the best cleaners I have ever had. They show up on time, are extremely efficient and do a fabulous job. I own a large home so I love when they arrive as a team and get the job done in...
Care member
4.9
(18)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sandy, no job too large or too small. I am a pet-friendly cleaning service. I can help with organization of rooms, garages, basements, attics etc. Can do weekly, bi-weekly or one-time cleanings. Cleaning supplies and equipment are the customer's preference: green or regular cleaners, yours or mine. Hardworking and...
Sandy can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Sandra arrive right on time. I hired her to try and help me unclutter my room as it was an overwhelming task to take on myself. Sandra immediately put me at ease stating the room was not as bad as I had thought. We systematically went through the room section by...
Mark T.
Paula G.
Clinton, CT
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am looking for the opportunity to help you with your infant and child care needs!!, I have had the pleasure of working with some fabulous families.. I have a great deal of experience in infant care on up.. I have 6 grandchildren .. I have had the pleasure of watching them for 25 years.. I started my journey on care. com...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula is trustworthy and reliable. She is kind and respectful. She is helpful with cleaning and is a hard worker. "
Care member
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Former Dog Hiking Business Owner Looking To Pet Sit For That Precious Member Of Your Family!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As former owner and operator of a dog hiking company I specialized in supporting dog owners in getting their dogs into the great outdoors. I am currently a preschool teacher and dog owner to a wonderful 110 lb malamute who is the love of my life! I provide top notch dog sitting services. Reliable, trustworthy, kind, and able to...
Katie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Abena, CNA certified. I have 15 years of experience in home care services. I am compassionate, trusting, dependable and competent caregiver. I have much experience with Alzheimer, dementia and hospice patients. I am very out going and easy to talk to, and also take my job very serious, I also have experience with...
Abena can also help with: Refrigerator cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
5.0
"Abena has been a dream come true for us. She is extremely pleasant to be around and does an efficient, beautiful job with everything she undertakes. We cannot recommend her highly enough!"
Patricia P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a young Grandmother and I love care-giving so much that when my youngest granddaughter ( I watched her from the day she was born until she )went to school full time I started with childcare outside of friends and family... I started with a wonderful 3-week-old and his sibling.. since then I have had the pleasure and still...
Paula can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We met with Paula and she was very kind and my daughter took to her immediately. She will be a wonderful addition to any family. We weren't able to hire Paula as our needs changed a little bit. But she is a catch."
Amy F.
Kathy G.
Ledyard, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable, respectful, and enjoy helping people live safely and independently at home.
10+ years of CNA/HHA experience allows me to customize services for all levels of care, including hospice, diabetes, dementia, wound care, or companionship.
Services offered support all ADL'S and IADL'S (bathing, grooming, meal...
Kathy can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kathy was exceedingly attentive, trustworthy, strong, compassionate, and thoughtful when providing care for my mother. She provided reliable and consistent high-quality care and went above and beyond when we were in urgent need of coverage. What a relief for my...
Tricia B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Niantic, CT
Caterine H.
5.0
I have worked with Caterine and her team for several years. They are hands down the best cleaners I have ever had. They show up on time, are extremely efficient and do a fabulous job. I own a large home so I love when they arrive as a team and get the job done in record time. Spotless every time. I...
- Care member
Sandy R.
5.0
Sandra arrive right on time. I hired her to try and help me unclutter my room as it was an overwhelming task to take on myself. Sandra immediately put me at ease stating the room was not as bad as I had thought. We systematically went through the room section by section. She somehow got me to forget...
- Mark T.
Paula G.
5.0
Paula was amazing. She was reliable, caring, loving, and everything I was looking for to watch my daughter.
- Care member
Abena A.
5.0
Abena has been a dream come true for us. She is extremely pleasant to be around and does an efficient, beautiful job with everything she undertakes. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
- Patricia P.
Paula G.
5.0
Paula is a great sitter and very helpful around the house.
- Lynn P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Niantic, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Niantic, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Niantic, CT, 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 Niantic, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Niantic, CT is $17.00 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 Niantic, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Niantic, CT. 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 Niantic, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Niantic, CT, 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 Niantic, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Niantic, CT, 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.