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Find therapy dogs in Northampton, MA that you’ll love

60 therapy dogs are listed in Northampton, MA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years

Therapy dogs in Northampton, MA

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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$15-28/hr1 yrs exp

Loving Pet And Animal Caretaker!

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I am the lucky owner of a rambunctious 3-year-old black lab, pitbull, and cane corso mix! My dog Mater was adopted from a shelter (he's originally a dixie dog!) and is 80 pounds of pure muscle, so I'm stronger than I might look! :) In addition to being Mater's owner, I have had pets for many years, have experience pet sitting,...
Paulina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Lauren M.


Northampton, MA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced, Enthusiastic, Reliable, And Creative Care Taker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a reliable, creative, kind and patient person with 5+ years of experience working with adults and children with intellectual, physical, developmental disabilities and medical complexities in and around the Boston area and now in the Pioneer Valley. Additionally, I have nannied children from 3 months to 12 years old for 6+...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kelsey B.


Northampton, MA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

I am not offering these services at this time. Good luck in your search for help.
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care, transportation & more
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with daily task , Transportation Services ., I will describe myself as a very easy going person, Reliable, organized, compassionate and supportive person .
Yashera can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Ability to deliver exceptional cleaning services while demonstrating strong communication, time management, and attention to detail. Dedicated cleaner with 5+ years of experience in commercial and residential settings.
Yashera can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization
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Jessie P.


Northampton, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Intuitive . Elder Coupled By Humor And The Strength To Navigate The Uncharted Aging Process

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 11 years of caregiving and hospice experience. I have excellent references. I have cared for a range of elders from an abstract expressionist to an academy award winning writer to full time mothers (who often receive no awards (wink)), Academics and Activist. I am well versed in memory loss. I am looking for 5 consecutive...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Jessie filled a live in role to care for my mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD and several other quality of life limiting issues for over 2 years. Jessie did a fantastic job. She always provided love and compassion with dignity. I would...

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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Furry Pet Friendly Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Karen! Growing up my best friend was my pet dog and I know how much these furry pets means to us. I just like you want someone safe, caring, active and attentive with such furry friends. And I could be the perfect match for you and your furry friend. I am very active and love to run with a furry friend beside me as...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Philip D.


Northampton, MA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Compassionate - Friendly Care For Your Loved One

Hi there, my name is Philip. I'm a 45-year-old I have experience taking care of the elderly. I'm a kind person. My grandfather had Alzheimer's and dementia and so does my mother. I'm compassionate and empathetic towards people's needs. If you need help taking care of a family member, making sure they get their medication, making...
Philip can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep & more
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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$18-28/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
Paulina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$20-28/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Active Babysitter!

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hello my name is Jasmin and I love to support elderly women in an in home environment. I pride myself on being kind and caring. I currently work at Linda Manor, Assisted Living Facility that serves elderly people. There my position is a server in the kitchen. I give elderly people dinner, drinks and dessert. Effective verbal...
Jasmin can also help with: Home modification, dementia
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Isabel R.


Northampton, MA

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! I'm Izzy and I have 8 years of caregiving experience with individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's. I initially started caring for my father and give care for others as if they were my own loved one. I have experience in bathing/grooming, personal care, bed-bound care, feeding, mobility assistance, medication management...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
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Nicole C.


Northampton, MA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Calm And Caring Doer

I'd describe my personality as calm, thorough, friendly I like caring for seniors because conversations and my ability to understand the care needs of seniors I'm looking for a job that has some flexibility and where I can assist in maintaining a good quality of life I started caring for seniors when I was young and would...
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, transportation & more
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Crystal B.


Northampton, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Crystal, I am 44 years old. I have worked as a nanny for 15 years and enjoy playing with and taking care of children. I am kind, fun, and caring. I am a very involved nanny and am comfortable with pets and housekeeping. I started my professional experience working with children at a Montessori school house for a...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Crystal is great. She was very calm and attentive with our 2 year old son and he responded well and was very relaxed with her. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter"

Daniel B.

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Jennifer P.


Northampton, MA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Independent PCA And Pre-nursing Student Providing Quality Home Health Care For All Ages.

I have spent the past 10 years cultivating a broad and specialized skill set in health care, in order to provide exemplary health services in the home and clinics for people of all ages. Currently, I work as an independent PCA for people with physical and mental health disabilities, while also taking pre-requisite courses for...
Jennifer can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Karen P.


Northampton, MA

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Positive Sitter With The Goal To Leave A Smile On Your Children's Face At RThe End Of The Day!

Hello, my name is Karen, I have spent most of my life caring for children of all ages from 3 months-12-year-olds. I have always provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm currently a pediatric dental assistant student. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated,...
I have a lot of experience working with special needs children, including nonverbal autistic kids. I spent years caring for my siblings who were diagnosed with autism, and then spent six months working as a paraprofessional for a severe developmental needs room at an elementary school. I have a lot of empathy, patience,...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ridan D.


Amherst, MA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant - Caregiver - HHA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He communicates well and has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's condition and resulting changes...

Todd K.

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Paige H.


Florence, MA

$30-35/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Housekeeper Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience with household cleaning and organizing. Thorough one time cleaning, weekly cleaning and upkeep, laundry, and organizing services.
Paige can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!"

Judy M.

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Northampton, MA

Jessie P.

5.0

Jessie filled a live in role to care for my mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, COPD and several other quality of life limiting issues for over 2 years. Jessie did a fantastic job. She always provided love and compassion with dignity. I would hear my mother, in lucid moments,...

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Crystal B.

5.0

Crystal has been caring for my kids since 2019 when my son was a baby. She has been babysitting for us since, and is a very important part of our family life. She especially loves babies, but has been great with our now 6 and 4 year olds. She is playful, responsible, attentive, and trustworthy - I...

- Care member

Ridan D.

5.0

Ridan has been great caring for my father! He’s always punctual and dependable, makes good connections with my father and does really well with adapting to changes.

- Care member

Paige H.

5.0

Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!

- Judy M.

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Ratings for Northampton, MA therapy dogs listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Therapy Dogs in Northampton, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.