Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Westfield, NJ
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Find therapy dogs in Westfield, NJ that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Westfield, NJ
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Westfield, NJ
Nancy M.
Westfield, NJ
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential.
I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents become more independent with their ADL's through standing and strengthening activities. I also have...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hello,
My name is Nancy. I have been in the caregiver field for many years.
I have experience as a nanny and as a respite worker for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Before I began working in these jobs, I was an Occupational Therapy Assistant in skilled nursing facilities.
I have experience with seniors through...
Nancy can also help with: Respite care, dementia
Stacy G.
Westfield, NJ
$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Reliable cleaner with 1. 5 years experience. Specializing in deep cleaning, sanitization, and tailored services. Contact me!
Stacy can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
I am available to perform odd jobs and errands on a part time and/or as needed provider. I am active and able to do multiple errands and am physically capable of lifting light-medium weight packages. I would welcome the opportunity to meet the needs of yourself, loved one and/or family. I am responsible, extremely reliable and...
Anna T.
Westfield, NJ
$23-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm excellent at: Preparing and serving meals (including special diets) and performing laundry and housekeeping services. I'm very attentive and organized person, full of responsibility who can easily make communication to others.
An opportunity to discuss the job in further details will be truly appreciated. Thank you for your...
Klara Z.
Westfield, NJ
$19-24/hr
I specialize in creating clean, organized, and stress-free living spaces. I offer house organization services to help you reclaim your home, from decluttering closets to setting up functional systems for every room. I also assist with paperwork organization, ensuring your documents are sorted, labeled, and easily accessible....
Klara can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
Hi! I have 3 years of experience working with one family, caring for young children. Happy to help with laundry/cleaning - can also find my way around a kitchen. High school swimmer and knows how to administer CPR. Currently studying at Temple University, majoring in criminal justice (graduated from high school 2022). I love...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I specialize in creating clean, organized, and stress-free living spaces. I offer house organization services to help you reclaim your home, from decluttering closets to setting up functional systems for every room. I also assist with paperwork organization, ensuring your documents are sorted, labeled, and easily accessible....
I am exceptionally great with children. I've worked with infant and up. I can also work with multiple children. I worked in childcare facilities since 2009. My last job I worked as an infant class lead teacher. I am passionate and very caring, you'll see. I have taken positive behavior training and many more. All my bosses and...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(1)
My name is Ashley, and I'm looking for a part-time job while I am in my fieldwork for occupational therapy. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 and am in my 3rd year of graduate school. I have experience as a nanny, paraprofessional, and direct support professional in a group home. Please message me for my resume!
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver "
Becky N.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 50 year old mother of one. I have more than 10 years experience in child care and also enjoy caring for the elderly.
I cared for my 71 year old mother through stage 4 lung cancer. I made sure she took her medications and ate nutritious meals which I prepared for her. I bathed her, did all her laundry and took her to her...
Helenanne can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"Helenanne was reliable, dependable, and took great care of both our elderly grandmother and her dog companion. Our circumstances changed and we no longer required her services, but would absolutely recommend her!"
Austin M.
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...
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
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Short:
I am going to school to become a teacher for k-3 and special needs. I am open to any and all activities. I have babysat ages 6 months to 11 years.
Minimum of 5 hours for one time jobs s& 20 hours for reoccurring.
Long:
-As a babysitter, I have assisted in homework, cleaning and entertaining children. I can and will...
Sharifa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on...
Steven C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to two granddaughters, dog mom. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I am too young and energetic to...
5.0
"Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...
5.0
"In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child. "
Audrey G.
Ailce C.
Union, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate And Reliable Certified Home Health Aide With 5 Years Experience.
5.0
(2)
My main focus is to connect with patients and their families to be able to provide the highest quality of care. I have a valid NJ driving license, and a reliable vehicle - I can help with transportation services, errands, and respite care. I am CPR certified, and will monitor patients vitals and note any behavioral changes, or...
Ailce can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"My family and I are so happy we found Ailce to care for our Mother. She is extremely diligent and hardworking and takes her job seriously. She is caring, kind, and gentle. We are happy with the way she treats our mother, like family, with respect and humor. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!"
David M.
Christina S.
Elizabeth, NJ
$10-40/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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"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.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Westfield, NJ
Ashley L.
5.0
Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver
- Becky N.
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
Helenanne L.
5.0
Helenanne was reliable, dependable, and took great care of both our elderly grandmother and her dog companion. Our circumstances changed and we no longer required her services, but would absolutely recommend her!
- Austin M.
Sharifa F.
5.0
We've had Sharifa for a few years now and we're more than grateful for her, she's super dependable and responsible. We have six kids and they all love her, she's super patient and buy them gifts on holidays and birthdays, she's someone we can always count on regularly , we recommend her highly!
- Steven C.
Barbara N.
5.0
Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Westfield, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Westfield, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Westfield, 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 Westfield, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Westfield, NJ is $22.11 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 Westfield, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Westfield, 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 Westfield, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Westfield, 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 Westfield, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Westfield, 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.