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60 therapy dogs are listed in Ridgefield Park, NJ
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Ridgefield Park, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of childcare experience, which includes both non-paying and paying jobs. The non-paying "gig" involves raising my two sons, one is a college graduate, and the other is a high school sophomore. I've been a substitute teacher in the Westwood Regional School District since 2019. Prior to COVID, I was a...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"Fabulous babysitter, would hire her again in a heartbeat"
Sian R.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Celia, I have experience with childcare, elderly, special needs care and touring. I have a degree in Human Services and I'm fluent in Spanish. I'm responsible, reliable, patient, and knowledgeable in both care and child education. I'm caring, compassionate, and capable. In addition, I cook, clean, and organize. I...
Celia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I originally hired Celia to take my son to an after school class once a week. They hit it off and she's been such a pleasure to work with that I asked her if she would be willing to do some additional hours and my son and I were thrilled when she agreed to. A...
Jessica S.
Janet M.
Bronx, NY
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a aide for the past 9 years. I have provided services for clients with Alzheimer and dementia. Being an aide for that long, I have come to the realize that you cannot take things personal when the illness has caused patients to act out at times
Janet can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Janet has given me piece of mind when caring for my parents. She is extremely patient and professional and understands the needs of the elderly. Thank you Janet for everything that you continue to do! !!"
Kimberly D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I offer pet walking, boarding and in-house sitting services to help elevate any pet stress you may be experiencing. I require a minimum 2 hour notice ahead of time. My schedule is fully flexible and open to early mornings and evening walks Monday- Sunday.
Melissa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Melissa treated my pup like her own! She took him for several walks during the day, to the park and to restaurants just like we do! He was "at home" with her and had a great time! Melissa would send me updates and pictures as to how he was doing regularly. It was a...
Talia J.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Houssainatou. I got my bachelors degree in English and minor in education. I chose this major because I love children and have a passion for helping children learn and grow. I believe that every child has the potential to achieve greatness. I've had experience with my niece for 2 years and 7 years for children...
Houssainatou can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Houssainatou is the best caretaker that I've ever had. She took care of my babies like they were her own. I'm sad that she couldn't come with us when we moved."
Hasso Z.
5.0
(1)
Hey there! I'm a young NYC resident and recent college grad, looking to be of service to you and your busy family. In the past, I've acted as a day camp counselor for kids age 6-12, taken care of a variety of pets, and tutored middle school students in math, science, and ELA. Additionally, I have a high school level...
John can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I adore kids! I'm CPR/AED/First Aid certified and recently received a Masters in Journalism from Columbia University. My first experience working with children was in 2010 as a teaching assistant at ABC Echo Park Children and Family Center. I was responsible for 7-10 infants/toddlers, at a time, and ensured that they were...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bridget is a fantastic sitter with incredible energy and a passion for looking after children that’s way beyond your average sitter. The first time she came over, she had our daughters’ names memorized, and she even brought a play dough gift because she remembered...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Brianna. I have 4 years of experience working with children from infant and adolescence stages on. My expertise is rooted in paying attention to detail and I have honed my craft in exhibiting exceptional communication skills. I can provide swimming supervision, assistance with arts and crafts, cooking and pick-up...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I spoke to Brianna on the phone and messaged her several times through Care.com. She was punctual on the phone and responded promptly to all my messages. During the interview, I found her eloquent and bright not only in intelligence but in personality. I enjoyed...
Melanie L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. I can look after the children when the parents are away. I can establish positive relationships with the kids and encourage them different activities and guide them in making arts and crafts. And take them to the playground when the weather permits. Thanks
Josephine can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Josephine has been an outstanding nanny to our 16-month-old daughter. She has been helping out since our daughter turned 1 year old and she was able to teach her a lot of things in such a short period of time (including walking). She is very caring and nurturing to...
Lelise G.
Monnet J.
Teaneck, NJ
$35/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with newborns and toddlers for 10 years now. Presently, I've been doing an on-call job. I'm passionate when it comes to taking care of children(babies, and toddlers) simply because I love children specially when interacting with their needs and wants. My years of experience in babysitting or taking care of...
Monnet can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is a very hardworking , loving and dependable person."
Victoria L.
Mst R.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Provide home services for senior clients, such as grooming, bathing, mobility and medication reminders. Provide escort, transportation and errand services. Perform housekeeping, light maintenance, cooking and meal planning. Provide companionship and mental and physical stimulation. I love to help people doesn't matter at any age...
Mst can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Paola P.
Bronx, NY
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
"Reliable and experienced housekeeper with over four years of experience in maintaining cleanliness and organization. Able to perform basic cleaning tasks, organize deep sanitation spaces, and tend to general housekeeping tasks efficiently and on time. Committed to providing customers with superior service and satisfaction."
5.0
"Very satisfied with her service! She was very thorough, definitely recommend her 10/10!"
Marjol S.
5.0
(1)
Hello Everyone,
Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals.
Penn State Alumni majored Psychological and Social...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With over 20 years in NYC and Westchester working in the field of education, and a mother myself, I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. My specialties are math and science for children in upper elementary and middle school, however I've worked with children as young as 3 and as old as 16, and taught literacy and...
5.0
"Elizabeth was a great teacher with our son!
She was organized and gave us great feedback after each class."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi dear families!!
My name is Paola, I am from Bogota Colombia and like work in babysitting because I love sharing time with kids, teaching with games and funny activities and doing different stuff. This is a great life experience because I could share with north American families and learn about the culture and language. I...
Paola can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Paola was the Au pair (similar to a live-in nanny) for my son when he was 9-21 months old. She was kind, caring, patient, fun, and calm throughout the experience and I could not have been happier. We continue to use Paola as a babysitter and every time our son...
Lynnette C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
18 years of experience in hospital settings . Food and beverage expertise in preparation and setting up in high quality services. Own catering services private chef and healthcare professional. Fun loving person and integrity is my best policy.
Marites can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, visiting nurse, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love the children. I am a good person, friendly and a collaborator. I have a lot of patience. I am a physical therapist in my country Colombia but I worked as physical therapy aide in this country, and I like helping people!
Nurys can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a delightful experience with Nurys and her daughter. We came to town for a wedding, not knowing anyone in the area, and needed a sitter for our six-year-old. Nurys understood the situation and made a boring hotel room interesting and fun for our daughter....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth. I 10 tears of experience as a certified NYS special education teacher (professional certificate) working in the classroom setting Kindergarten-6th grade (ICT, 12:1, SETSS). This experience includes teaching children on the autism spectrum disorder, children with learning disorders, speech and processing...
5.0
"Elizabeth is working with my 10yo daughter on improving her grades, specially on math. She figured what was the issue and started from the basics with her. Her math test was 32% and the test after Elizabeth worked with her for couple sections went to 72%. Now we...
Cissa N.
Rosa M.
Brooklyn, NY
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Milena, I'm psychology, I'm currently studying English as a second language.
I'm offering child care services, I love being a babysitter and I have been watching infant, toddlers and kids in my last three years.
My responsibilities have included cooking, light cleaning, homework helping, play dates, craft even...
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosa was very helpful, flexible, and did a great job providing childcare for my daughter. She was punctual, kind, and my daughter had a blast."
Beatriz B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families,
Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals. I'm a Penn State University Alumni with a degree in...
Tiasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tiasha is reliable and trustworthy. She plays well with my two year old daughter. I recommend her and would hire her again."
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Ridgefield Park, NJ
Patricia P.
5.0
Fabulous babysitter, would hire her again in a heartbeat
- Sian R.
Celia G.
5.0
I originally hired Celia to take my son to an after school class once a week. They hit it off and she's been such a pleasure to work with that I asked her if she would be willing to do some additional hours and my son and I were thrilled when she agreed to. A wonderful caregiver and communicator.
- Jessica S.
Janet M.
5.0
Janet has given me piece of mind when caring for my parents. She is extremely patient and professional and understands the needs of the elderly. Thank you Janet for everything that you continue to do! !!
- Kimberly D.
Melissa M.
5.0
Melissa is amazing!! She is incredibly professional and handles my not-so-sweet cat with undeserved care. She is the only pet sitter who has successfully injected her insulin consistently and recently stayed extra when our maintenance team accidentally locked her out. I will hire her again as...
- Care member
Houssainatou D.
5.0
Houssainatou is the best caretaker that I've ever had. She took care of my babies like they were her own. I'm sad that she couldn't come with us when we moved.
- Hasso Z.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ridgefield Park, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Ridgefield Park, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ridgefield Park, NJ is $26.71 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Ridgefield Park, 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ridgefield Park, 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.
Ratings for Ridgefield Park, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Ridgefield Park, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.