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60 therapy dogs are listed in Reading, MA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Reading, MA
Kelsey J.
Reading, MA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Pediatric Speech Therapist Ready To Nanny For A Great Family!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former pediatric Speech Language Pathologist and have over 10 years of experience working with and caring for children in a variety of settings, from nannying for several families to providing speech and language services in homes, clinics and schools to children ages 1-17. I now have a virtual life coaching business and...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelsey is awesome and clearly loves kids! She was a sitter for my daughter with special needs and did an amazing job meeting her where she’s at intellectually and with behavioral challenges. My daughter loves her! Kelsey’s background in speech language pathology...
Care member
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I will also do some housekeeping. I am interested in companion work that involves personal interaction so I can give comfort and attention. I am a great listener.
Jill D.
Reading, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started caring for children with special needs 15 years ago as an aide in a classroom for a special education collaborative summer extended year program. Since getting my Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, I have mainly worked with children (aged 3-22 years) with physical, emotional, developmental and/or behavioral...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Samantha and I am a 26-year-old grad school student. I am currently working towards my doctorate in occupational therapy and will be graduating this year! I have multiple years of experience nannying/babysitting for many families. I have babysat children of varying ages (ages 3 months to 15 years old). Additionally, I...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I've been in cleaning services for 10 years, I truly enjoy living in a clean and neat place and I want to make feel the same feeling to my clients. Even life is better when your house looks and smells fresh and clean!! I live in a not pet allowed place so I enjoy my client's pets instead.
Cristina can also help with: Attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Tatiana M.
Reading, MA
$22-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 24 years old and I have a bachelors degree in clinical psychology. I am currently in graduate school to become an LMHC. I currently work for a community mental health agency providing community based services to youth. I have several years of experience working with kids and significant experience working with kids...
Tatiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I am a Physical Education teacher and lacrosse coach in Lexington MA. I have a strong background in working with children, building meaningful connections, and creating a safe and enriching environment. I understand the importance of...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am a Certified nurses assistant currently working with a pediatric special needs client doing home health care and working with dementia patients at an assisted living. I am in undergraduate school on the track to major in Occupational Therapy. I have lots of experience working with different age groups as I have volunteered...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hi there! My name is Lexi and I am a 24-year-old
graduate student at Umass Lowell living in Reading. I love kids and have experience working with all ages. I grew up working at the Reading YMCA teaching swimming lessons for kids ages 6mo-15yrs and led the adaptive swim program. I have been babysitting for over 10 years including...
Lexi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Nicole S, and I am a senior at University with a major in Health Sciences. I am currently working at Partners in Rehab physical therapy for the summer and am looking for one- time jobs preferably in the afternoons/ evenings. I enjoy participating in all types of sports and I also enjoy helping children with...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to...
Daphney P.
Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids. Here is a list of my experience with children:
Assisted in a preschool setting with young children (2012-2013). Assisted in a First Grade Special Ed classroom and taught the children basic sign language (2014-2015). Observed speech therapy sessions (2013-2014). Babysat girls aged five(2012) and...
Ginger can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Ginger was fantastic with our 11 month old. We had the fortune to have her care for him for four days. She was punctual, quickly picked up and followed his daily schedule, put together a stimulating day for him during free time with walks and stories and play. Most...
Mina C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley. I have worked in the Homecare profession for 28 years and counting. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's , Parkinson's Quadriplegics , Stroke , Cancer, Scleroderma, Multiple Sclerosis & Hospice care. I assist with bathing, dressing, meals, medication management , colostomy bag , housekeeping duties and...
Ashley can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ashley was wonderful. She helped my mother and was a calming presence and very kind. She was always on time, professional and she has a heart of gold. I wish I had found her earlier during my mom’s illness. She is very knowledgeable in the field of care giving...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jadeline, I am a professional dancer and a junior at Salem State University studying Physical Therapy in the Sports Movement Science department with a concentration of Pre-Rehabilitation track.
I'm an experienced and reliable babysitter dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. With a...
Jadeline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jadeline was amazing!! Our son felt right at home with Jadeline. She arrived promptly and checked in throughout the night with updates.
We’d be thrilled to hire her again!"
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamya. I've work with Family and Children Services , in the teen scene mentor group. I mentored young children from Monday-Thursday, which has given me tons of experience dealing with kids from all backgrounds. Currently, I am a toddler teacher at a daycare in Marblehead, Massachusetts. I'm looking to switch to a long...
Jamya can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Jamya watched our 15 month old son during the work days while our babysitter was out for three weeks. Our son loves Mya, and she was able to get him down for his naps better than anyone in the house! We have a very wakeful baby (and we never sleep trained) so this...
Krista S.
4.8
(13)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
Gleisiany can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"In 23 years of work in the area, I don't know a person with such dedication, she loves what she does, very dedicated."
Paulo D.
5.0
(3)
Hello there! My name is Mikki. I have a B. A in Music Education from UMass Lowell where I also minored in Disability Studies. I am currently in the graduate Music Therapy program at Lesley University where I will receive a dual-licensure of MT-BC and LMHC upon completing the program. I am also a certified infant, toddler, and...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mikki has babysat for our two girls countless times - including providing care when they were sick and we were out of town. Mikki is incredibly reliable, trustworthy and amazing with kids. She helped propel my daughter's development forward drastically. She is...
Care member
Carolyne M.
Melrose, MA
$37-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hey Families,
I am Carol, an experienced night nanny who has been working with families and their newborns during this special time of their lives for over five years.
I understand that the beginning can be very challenging as you adjust to a new routine, and a night nanny can be very helpful. Therefore, I am here to offer my...
Carolyne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol was incredible as a night nurse for our newborn for the first 5 months of her life. Our daughter was born early and Carol was out of town so she helped provide coverage with a trusted friend until she came back and did an incredible job after that. She’s a...
Alexandra C.
Sayonara M.
Lynn, MA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide a skilled and professional cleaning service customized to your needs with punctuality and reliable efficiency. 12 years of experience in meeting customers requests.
Any questions don't hesitate to contact me.
Thank you SO MUCH!
Best regards
Sayonara can also help with: General room cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"She is amazing! Makes your home/apartment look so cozy and is thoughtful. Very organized, quick and accommodating. Highly recommend!"
Gabrielle G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for a very long time. I owned and ran a family day care for 15 years in Maracaibo-Venezuela where I cared for children between the ages of 3 months to 7 years old. Therefore I have experience working with a wide range of needs. I am offering my professional services to families in the Greater Boston...
Nola can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Nola babysat my two children, 1 and 3 years old for a week while our regular caregiver was on vacation. She was awesome! She was on time , she was very caring and attentive to the kids needs, she played and did crafts, and she spoke Spanish with them. We were...
Katherine G.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Reading, MA
Kelsey J.
5.0
Kelsey is awesome and clearly loves kids! She was a sitter for my daughter with special needs and did an amazing job meeting her where she’s at intellectually and with behavioral challenges. My daughter loves her! Kelsey’s background in speech language pathology was also very beneficial because my...
- Care member
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to miss Nicole very much. She will be...
- Daphney P.
Natasha H.
5.0
Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!
- Care member
Ginger C.
5.0
Ginger was fantastic with our 11 month old. We had the fortune to have her care for him for four days. She was punctual, quickly picked up and followed his daily schedule, put together a stimulating day for him during free time with walks and stories and play. Most important, he was happy and felt...
- Mina C.
Ashley A.
5.0
Ashley was wonderful. She helped my mother and was a calming presence and very kind. She was always on time, professional and she has a heart of gold. I wish I had found her earlier during my mom’s illness. She is very knowledgeable in the field of care giving to the elderly, to those with...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Reading, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Reading, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Reading, 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 Reading, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Reading, MA is $19.78 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 Reading, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Reading, 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 Reading, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Reading, 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 Reading, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Reading, 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.