Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Union, NJ
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Find therapy dogs in Union, NJ that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Union, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Union, NJ
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hard working private housekeeper with 13 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning, childcare, and budgeting. Experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping service on live-in and live-out basis at families' primary residences and vacation homes.
Tiffany can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing & more
Jennifer M.
Newark, NJ
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jennifer. I'm a college graduate planning on returning to school for a Masters in Art Therapy. I have years of experience with childcare, senior care and housekeeping. I am patient, upbeat and reliable. I also have excellent references!
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
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"Jennifer provided in-home hospice (end of life) care to my Mother-in-law in September of 2016. My MIL liked her a lot and Jen was always willing to do anything to ensure her comfort. During the screening process, although she was not as experienced as some of the...
Peter C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a family of 10 children and I am the second eldest. I grew up in a busy household and recognized early that I wanted to make a career out of working with children professionally. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in honors psychology and neuroscience taking courses in lifespan psychology and early child...
Ashley can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley comes from a large family and has had a lot of experience with children. She is very thoughtful and willing to serve in any capacity. Many times she has watched my children and helped with them. She is very trustworthy!"
Naomi S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Committed Personal Care Assistant skilled in supervising and assisting clients with meal preparation and daily activities to promote independence. Caring and compassionate with proven history of positive client feedback.
Caring Companionship
Personal Service
Personal Care Assistance
Household Cleaning
Vital Signs Management...
Magdolna can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative and caring. She makes you feel at home. I am so comfortable leaving my mom with her."
Meridith T.
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(1)
Proven talent with a record of accomplishment in the sector of customer service functions while ensuring impeccable accuracy in all work. Growth-focused and detail-oriented achiever with fast-on-feet aptitude in a complex business-operations environ, focused on customer retention rates by rapidly identifying unique customer...
Aneika can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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(5)
With over three decades of unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of individuals in need, I am a seasoned Home Health Aide committed to providing exceptional care. Throughout my 25 years in this noble profession, I've diligently supported patients with compassion, empathy, and expertise. I have dealt with various types of...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Michelle was very reliable, patient, and caring. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am committed to delivering the best care and exceptional patient experience. I am devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.
Rosalia can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rose takes her job seriously and wants the person in her care to thrive. So much so that she treated my aunt like she would her own mother. She has demonstrated the patience, knowledge, and skill required to care for those who have additional needs. She has...
Maria H.
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(1)
Hello Parents & Guardians! I'm looking for a permanent position. I have space for another child to provide care. I've worked at Club FED (a Federal Daycare Center) in Albany NY & The Center for Disability Services & other care facilities over the years, 15 years. I've babysat for my family and friends for over 20 years....
Renezha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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...
Masao S.
Newark, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I have 10 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. For several years, I have been working with hospice clients. mostly because I love working with people that are in need of help with their daily lives....
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Masao is an incredible caregiver who is very dedicated to her work. She is both punctual and reliable. She pays attention to detail and prioritizes my needs. She is also very friendly and kindhearted.
Thank you Masao!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was our baby's nanny over the summer. She took great care of our 4 month old baby. Jessica was very kind, thoughtful, caring, and engaging with our baby. It was wonderful having Jessica as our nanny."
Prajakta S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as caretaker I take care of the patients, mostly geriatrics that are unstable to walk and need assistance, patients with dementia, and who have mental illness. I also assist and help patients with special disabilities such as patients with Multiple Sclerosis (patients who are having difficulty walking...
Pratibha can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"I'm writing this after being impressed with this care provider. Pratibha has been working with my family for a few months. I'm 100% satisfied with the level of care provided. At this time, Ms. P is helping care for my mother. Ms P has been very kind, patient, and...
Anthony T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a single, responsible individual that will love to provide care for children. As a mother myself, I understand how important is to rely and trust on someone with the care of your child. I like to engage with children of all ages and have a good interaction with them so they feel comfortable and expand their skills.
Cristina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
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"Cristina helped me with getting my kids ready in the morning and dropping them off to school. She also did some light housekeeping which was not asked of her yet greatly appreciated. She was very attentive and caring to my kids, as well as patient. She was...
Elise C.
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...
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"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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of people as far back as I can remember. It started as a pre-teen taking care of children. Now, as an adult with adult children, I started helping out with my grand parents. I'm a Certified Home Health Aide now and I'm able to extend my love and services to other families that don't have the assistance at...
Yolanda can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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"Yolanda was an awesome help to my mother while I went on vacation. She made my mother feel very comfortable. Yolanda was caring, polite, and punctual! I'd definitely recommend her and will certainly reach out to her in the future!"
Michelle A.
Christina S.
Elizabeth, NJ
$15-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Beginner Babysitter Looking For Part Or Full Time Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm interested in helping you care for your little one! I've had a lot of experience working with kids. In my church I helped out teaching Sunday school, teaching, and doing random tasks for the youth group. I also had my own youth group program at the library before in North Plainfield. Outside of church, I've tutored and...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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"Christina is a responsible and a very friendly and sweet person. She helped to transport my children and their nanny to and from grandmas to our home. She was always in touch and kept me updated well in advance if she needed a change in schedule, she's very...
Humera A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Baby Care Specialist with 10 (10) plus years' experience in infant and child care. Very responsible, trustworthy, mature, punctual, emotionally intelligent, excellent educational and personal background, friendly personality with fantastic communication and interpersonal skills. Baby or infant will be in safe, capable...
Latacha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Latacha is such a sweet person ,she will take good care of your baby ,she's such an experience Nanny /Baby Nurse ,the moment I had employed Latacha I was so happy she knows so much about childcare .i will love to have her again for my second baby !"
Luana B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004.
I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.
Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots).
I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....
Susan can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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"I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even got me a back up when she is not available. I would recommend her."
Mike L.
Kerry W.
East Orange, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
License Nursing assistant for over 13 years passionate about my work . Provide round the clock service. Prepare healthy meals. Assist with daily activities. Run errands Accompany. clients to doctors appointment Medication reminder
Kerry can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I made the best decision by hiring Miss Karry to care for my mom during a crucial time for our family. She went above and beyond, providing exceptional care and showing herself to be nothing short of extraordinary. Miss Karry is truly a phenomenal woman.
Thank...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Claudia and I'm 24 years old. I have 6+ years of paid experience, I've taken care of kids from newborn to 14 years old. I'm very patient and loving, I'm comfortable with taking care of pets, meal prep, and dropping off and picking up from activities. I love play time and I'm good with arts and crafts. I did community...
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claudia had been working with our daughter since September of 2020. She is very punctual, caring and responsible. Our daughter loves her. We highly recommend her. If you are looking for some who is honest, caring and responsible then she's the one! She stays late...
Aisha N.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Union, NJ
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer provided in-home hospice (end of life) care to my Mother-in-law in September of 2016. My MIL liked her a lot and Jen was always willing to do anything to ensure her comfort. During the screening process, although she was not as experienced as some of the others, we could see that Jen...
- Peter C.
Ashley M.
5.0
Ashley has been our nanny for over five years. She has been fantastic! She has taken exceptional care of our four children. My husband and I highly recommend Ashley as a nanny.
- Staci S.
Magdolna T.
5.0
Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative and caring. She makes you feel at home. I am so comfortable leaving my mom with her.
- Meridith T.
Michelle B.
5.0
Michelle B is a gem! She was wonderful with both of my parents. Her patience and care for them were truly appreciated, as well as her knowledge of their care.
- Tangela S.
Rosalia S.
5.0
Rose takes her job seriously and wants the person in her care to thrive. So much so that she treated my aunt like she would her own mother. She has demonstrated the patience, knowledge, and skill required to care for those who have additional needs. She has always been respectful and gentle even...
- Maria H.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Union, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Union, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Union, NJ is $20.52 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 Union, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Union, 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 Union, NJ therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Union, NJ are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.