Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in South Orange, NJ
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Find therapy dogs in South Orange, NJ that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in South Orange, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in South Orange, NJ
Hannah T.
South Orange, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
A letter of recommendation and/or my resume will be shared upon request.
I am a student earning a degree in Secondary and Special Education. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting ages 1. 5-14. I have taught preschool for a year, in which I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns-5-year-olds. I...
Hannah T.
South Orange, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
A letter of recommendation and/or my resume will be shared upon request.
I am a student earning a degree in Secondary and Special Education. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting ages 1. 5-14. I have taught preschool for a year, in which I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns-5-year-olds. I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A letter of recommendation and/or my resume will be shared upon request.
I am a student earning a degree in Secondary and Special Education. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting ages 1. 5-14. I have taught preschool for a year, in which I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns-5-year-olds. I...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is great. Very upbeat and engaged, patient with my very high- energy 8-year-old. Arrived on time, followed instructions, an overall pleasure to work with. And my son loved her. I recommend her without reservation. "
Care member
I'd describe my personality as funny, outgoing, flexible
I like working with animals because every animal deserves to feel loved and taken care of when their humans are away.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to spend time caring for animals and humans alike. Something that I can do while I'm attending University.
I...
Mariamu can also help with: Pet sitting
Joy O.
South Orange, NJ
$18-37/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6years of experience as a certified caregiver and a social worker. I can help with Transportation Services Meal Preparation. Overseeing the administration of prescribed medications to clients. Assisting with routine healthcare tasks or activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting,...
Joy can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Emma H.
South Orange, NJ
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Professional And Early Intervention Specialist
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Emma, and I'm passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and families. With over a decade of experience in various roles within the field of child development and therapy, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a nurturing spirit to my caregiving responsibilities.
Professional...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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I'm excited to offer my assistance with your home cleaning needs. I'm available to clean your house and ensure it's spotless. I'm also an active listener, ready to focus on any special areas or specific tasks you need. Your satisfaction is my priority, and I'm committed to providing a thorough and...
Catherin can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
Jaxon L.
South Orange, NJ
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Jaxon and I can provide tutoring services as well as childcare and pet care.
Id describe my personality as laid back, responsible and hardworking
I like tutoring because I like helping others understand material that can be difficult to grasp and that I may have had difficulty grasping in the past.
I'm...
I have worked in patient care for over 16 years. Which expose me to various people of different ethnic background, and equipment. Besides my experience with direct care, I have renowned communication, customer service, problem- solving, and management skills. This can be shown through my ability to communicate with patients,...
Diana can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, specialized care, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Greetings! I'm Mandra, a tender hearted and creative Registered Nurse with a background in ICU and Pediatrics. As a child of a pediatrician, my caregiving skills started from a young age and have strengthened throughout my years. After doing some time in bedside nursing, I chose to pursue my passion in childcare and offer senior...
Mandra can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaylyn M.
South Orange, NJ
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kaylyn, and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services in the NY/NJ area. Growing up as one of four siblings, and one of 20+ cousins, I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember. From an early age, I've taken on the responsibility of watching and caring for kids, which has given me invaluable hands-on...
Katherine F.
South Orange, NJ
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm A Creative, Upbeat Caretaker And Tutor With 10 Years Of Experience!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the third eldest of 9 children, I have spent my entire life caretaking, cooking, housekeeping, tutoring, and essentially raising my 6 younger siblings. Being a part of a big family has not only prepared me for taking care of children, but has also fostered my love of kids!
I have lots of experience, not just with my own...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced babysitter, I love kids and I enjoy spending time with them. I am also a therapy coach at Brain Balance Achievement Center and I have years of experience working with kids with special needs and behavior issues. I work in ABA as well and have experience working with kids on the spectrum and ADHD. I'm very...
Zorel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her"
Steven W.
Raquel R.
Linden, NJ
$25-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile! . I possess more than a decade of experience in caring for children. Some of those years were spent looking after the children of close acquaintances, while the rest were dedicated to professional childcare through daycare centers or as a nanny. I am well-versed in tending to children...
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel has been very lreliable and punctual. We look forward to having her around more often. "
Care member
Olivia M.
Bloomfield, NJ
$22-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Olivia.
33-year-old new mom to a beautiful 1-year-old baby girl . Very reliable and willing to always help out where and when I can.
Im available for transportation to and from school or after school activities. I have 4 years of experience with transport/ nanny services including working with a special needs...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper"
Former Member A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications
Assist my patients in the bathroom
I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them
Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
Luz V.
Bayonne, NJ
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi im a bayonne resident and a retired nurse. I'm bilingual Spanish, English I've been in the caregiving filed for over 25yrs. im fully experienced in working with alzheimer's, dementia, hospice, dressing, diapering, bathing, feeding, meal prep, mobility assistance, physical therapy, and operating a Hoyer lift , pure wick ,...
Luz can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I found Luz to be a beautiful person of good character caring trustworthy overall great person. "
Care member
Chloe S.
Cedar Grove, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am in my last year of the Masters of Occupational Therapy program at Quinnipiac University. I am available for occasional sitting this semester! I have experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring for many families, and love all children. I also was a camp counselor for 4 years. I completed fieldwork...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter loves spending time with Chloe! She keeps her engaged, teaches her new games, which she later on plays by herself. Chloe is very punctual and responsible. She responds to texts timely, always shows up in time..
Communicates very well with all family...
Banu K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...
Nancy B.
Anny G.
Bayonne, NJ
$35-55/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"Anny is a very smart , caring , loving person ! She enjoys working with children of all ages . Anny is punctual and a very responsible person . You will love her as a caregiver !"
Geraldyn F.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in South Orange, NJ
Hannah T.
5.0
Hannah is great. Very upbeat and engaged, patient with my very high- energy 8-year-old. Arrived on time, followed instructions, an overall pleasure to work with. And my son loved her. I recommend her without reservation.
- Care member
Zorel M.
5.0
Our 2.5 years old boy has had a great time with Zorel! She's very patient with him and really good at being educational and caring at the same time. Definitely would recommend her
- Steven W.
Raquel R.
5.0
Raquel has a lovable personality and is great with kids. She is very trustworthy and our two children ages 5 and 2 both love having her around. Raquel has been very lreliable and punctual. We look forward to having her around more often.
- Care member
Olivia M.
5.0
Olivia is amazing, her energy and her aura was amazing to be around .definitely a keeper
- Former Member A.
Luz V.
5.0
I found Luz to be a beautiful person of good character caring trustworthy overall great person.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in South Orange, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in South Orange, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in South Orange, 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 South Orange, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in South Orange, NJ is $18.50 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 South Orange, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in South Orange, 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 South Orange, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in South Orange, 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 South Orange, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in South Orange, 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.