Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Old Bridge, NJ
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Find therapy dogs in Old Bridge, NJ that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Old Bridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Old Bridge, NJ
5.0
(1)
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...
Cathi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia and Cathi really too the time to understand my Mom and developed a wonderful relationship with her."
Dawn V.
Sandra J.
Matawan, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
T of kids is my passion and joy. With over 15 years experience with child care services, teacher and nanny positions. aking care
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Sandra for a nanny role. Although we did not hire her (purely because we found another candidate who'd worked for a neighbor and had a lot of connections in the area), I was so impressed with Sandra. She was warm and caring, and spoke with real...
Kate S.
Halie J.
Monroe Township, NJ
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Halie and I'm currently a graduate student studying pediatric physical therapy, and I work part-time as a substitute elementary school teacher.
I've had 9 years of experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I also have my CPR certification, Basic Life Support training, and all up to date...
Halie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Halie is great with kids! She has experience with children"
Mark J.
Liz R.
Marlboro, NJ
$45-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student With A lot Of Experience With Children Requiring Special Attention
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a master degree in occupational therapy with a psychology minor. I currently work in early intervention and out patient therapy. I am a ASDCS, trained ADOS administrator, IEP advocate, and parent coach. I have educational and clinical experience with ABA and a vast understanding of how to carry out behavioral plans. I am...
5.0
"Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked around 20 hours a week and always made the children...
Sarah C.
Ama M.
Sayreville, NJ
$17-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 15 years, I took care of my grandparent for so many years until God called them home. so I love taking of the elderly and people with less privilege. I do housekeeping; laundry, dishes, and etc, meal and medicine preparation, bathing (both bed and bathroom), feeding (both mouth and tube), assisting...
Ama can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"AMA was a caretaker for my step mom for about 8 months I found her to be compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable. She integrated herself right into the situation and gave our family the support we needed. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming as well as ample activity such as running.
I am also willing to provide home services if you are going out of town. I can stay with...
Melissa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
*Childcare sharing / homeschool family* I am an experienced special education teacher who has temporarily left the field after having my 1st daughter in 2021. I have worked as a case manager, curriculum developer, teacher, empowerment coach, daycare provider, babysitter, and nanny over the past 15 years. I have an Associates...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our son had a school event at a water park and we needed someone who would be willing to go down all the slides with him. We hired Nicole and she did an excellent job entertaining him and making sure he had a great time. She got on his level and engaged him in...
Phillip B.
Salomey A.
Monroe Township, NJ
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dedicated And Compassionate Provider Of Elder Care
5.0
(2)
Home health aide with 8 years experience providing direct care to elderly and disabled patients. Experienced in patient assessment, medication reminders and assistance with daily living activities.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Senior Helpers in Manalapan
Since 2018
. Provided direct in-home care to elderly and disabled patients in...
Salomey can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Salomey is reliable and we are satisfied with her services. She comes on time and works efficiently."
Al P.
Ketevan G.
Marlboro, NJ
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
It's Something I Carry With Me For The Rest Of My Life.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, service focused home health aid with excellent patient care skills, earned through 25 years of experience. Compassionate and skilled in attending to patients in many different health care settings. HHA certified, RN graduated.
Working with people in needs is an unbelievable privilege and it's something I carry with...
Ketevan can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ketevan cared for my sister-in-law for a year and a half. We were in the home frequently and saw the loving care she gave to my sister-in-law who had Alzheimer's and was not verbal or responsive. This did not bother Ketevan who treated MaryAnn like she would a...
Carol D.
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My names Amanda. I've owned hamsters, parakeets, a bunny, hermit crabs, kitties and a dog (a Bichon). I love playing and taking care of my pup. He's been with us for 8 years now! I currently have three kittens and a full grown kitty too!! I have experience from working with a pet care service and can give you contact...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(9)
I have 20 years of childcare experience. The most recent position was from 9/2023 till 6/2024 I was a babysitter to a 4-year-old girl (who turned 5 in Feb. 24). I picked her up from school, gave her a snack, played with her, took her to dance class on Wednesdays. We went to the park on good weather days or played ball or other...
Joan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanie has been extremely dependable with the family she has worked for, for over 10 years. She is devoted and extremely loyal. When you hire Joanie she is "all in". Your family becomes her top priority. Rest assured, Joanie will become your "Go To" person and...
Dawn E.
5.0
(1)
Caring for my two pups is the best part of my day. I also enjoy pet sitting for friends and family when they go on vacation, and am looking forward to expanding my walking/petting/boarding services here on care. com. I am a recent college graduate who is trying my best to add some goodness to the world, one happy pet at a time....
Eden can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"I had to leave the state for a few days and I needed someone to watch my young puppy and cat. Eden was very professional and absolutely wonderful with pets, they took an immediate liking to her. Whenever I would ask for updates she was very punctual with her...
David R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and empathetic person by nature and this makes me love my job as a caregiver. I have been a caregiver almost my adult life. It started when I chose to take care of my sick granddad. During my teenage years I will walk to my grandpa's house to help grandma provide him with activities of daily living. It was a...
Atlanta can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
5.0
"Atlanta provided excellent care to my 93 year old Mother. Atlanta is a caring, generous, careful, attentive, reliable caregiver. We recommend her without any reservations!"
Chip H.
Hi. I'm Sandi. A college educated, non-smoker with my own car. I live in Holmdel. I'm happy to care for your dog/s in my home, walk them or take them to the dog park as needed. I have a very friendly dachshund/lab mix. Would be great if you have a dog-friendly pup.
Sandra can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hi. I'm a college grad who formerly worked as a Television Producer. I have been a stay-at-home mom to my son on the autism spectrum. He is now a teen and doing great. This allows me time to care for others. I'm in Holmdel, CPR trained, have my own car and a flexible schedule. I am also a certified therapy dog handler. I would...
Sandra can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, specialized care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Becca V from Morganville, NJ
Hi! I have been a nanny/babysitter for the same family for the past three years, after school and Saturdays and full time in the summer. When I started the boy was 4 and the girl was 7. The little boy had a developmental disorder and speech delay and I was a integral part of his speech therapy, so...
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm a 56-year-old college grad who formerly worked as a television producer in NY. I have been a stay-at-home mom to my son on the autism spectrum. He is now a Senior in High School and doing great. This allows me time to care for others. I am also a certified therapy dog handler. I've brought my dog to visit with kids in...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
My name is Simona and I live in Dayton, New Jersey. I love providing care giving services, companionship and running errands. I am capable of working with After School kids, Seniors with a level of Dementia, Alzheimer's and working with those who need assisted living. I can prepare light meals and provide light house keeping...
Simona can also help with: Personal care, errands
I am a graduate from Florida State with a bachelors in Psychology and Family & Child Sciences. I am currently in grad school for counseling and ABA therapy and I work as a Registered Behavioral Technician working with children diagnosed with autism. I am super passionate about mental health and child development.
I worked as...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Old Bridge, NJ
Cathi A.
5.0
Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia and Cathi really too the time to understand my Mom and developed a wonderful relationship with her.
- Dawn V.
Sandra J.
5.0
We interviewed Sandra for a nanny role. Although we did not hire her (purely because we found another candidate who'd worked for a neighbor and had a lot of connections in the area), I was so impressed with Sandra. She was warm and caring, and spoke with real affection for the children she's...
- Kate S.
Halie J.
5.0
Halie is great with kids! She has experience with children
- Mark J.
Liz R.
5.0
Liz helped me and my children through one of the most trying times. I was at home working with my 1 and 2 year old when the pandemic started and I'm not sure I would of made it through without her. She worked around 20 hours a week and always made the children her priority. Whether it was doing a...
- Sarah C.
Ama M.
5.0
AMA was a caretaker for my step mom for about 8 months I found her to be compassionate, trustworthy and extremely dependable. She integrated herself right into the situation and gave our family the support we needed.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Old Bridge, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Old Bridge, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Old Bridge, NJ, 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 Old Bridge, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Old Bridge, NJ is $23.75 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 Old Bridge, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Old Bridge, NJ. 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 Old Bridge, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Old Bridge, NJ, 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 Old Bridge, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Old Bridge, NJ, 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.