Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Westport, MA
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Find therapy dogs in Westport, MA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Westport, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Westport, MA
Pet sitting has been a natural transition and additional service I provide with tutoring children and young adults. I provide reliable and kind care and am attentive to details to make your comfortable as I would a student. I particularly enjoy the outdoors and love taking pets for walks.
Stacey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jessica B.
New Bedford, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Jessica. I am 38 years of age. I have my own vehicle for travel and transportation services. I'm reliable, trustworthy, and have a passion for working with the older adult/geriatric population!
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification & more
Katelyn L.
Fall River, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am very hardworking and reliable. I enjoy caring for children! I started watching kids when I was about 13, I used to babysit. When I was 16-18 I would run kids arts & crafts , and from 18-present I have worked in human services so I am a big people person!
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm Bailee, a 33-year-old graduate of Westfield State University with a degree in Child Psychology, and a masters degree in occupational therapy. For the past five years, I have been working as an occupational therapist in the school settings, gaining experience with children of all ages, developmental levels, and...
Bailee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Alexandra S.
Fall River, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alexandra, Alex for short. I just became a first time mom a couple of months ago! I worked for Westport elementary school for the last 3 years as a TA/occupational therapy assistant. I was also an occupational therapy assistant at Mcneil's institute and worked for looking upwards for about 5 years. I have...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Rhona N.
New Bedford, MA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I love working with the elderly, and children. Am a social worker who enjoys working with adults and kids with disabilities and mental health problems.
Rhona can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Jammel C.
Portsmouth, RI
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as highly emphatic, compassionate, and an optimistic person.
I started caring for seniors back in 2014 as a Cna. Over the years, I decided to pursue my Nursing Degree and transitioned to working as registered nurse in a hospital setting. The joy I find in providing care to seniors and people in need...
Jammel can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, transportation
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lori F . I am a 52-year-old stay-at-home mom of two teenage daughters. I have almost two full years of paid caregiving experience. I have taken care of an elderly woman who has since passed away and am currently working with another elderly woman from Tiverton. I can provide references that support my...
Lori can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning
Emelly M.
Fall River, MA
$27/hr • 8 yrs exp
Empathetic Caregiver with a 8 years of experience in providing in-home care to incapacitated clients. Proven capacity to effectively handle patients' daily needs, including cleaning, meal preparation, transportation, and therapy. Frequently commended by clients and their families for a friendly and cheerful attitude and...
Emelly can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I am Alyson. I am 37 years old with 2 Boys. Ages 4 and 7. They love learning new things, playing games, and crafts. I would like to find a family to care for their children this summer while they build a friendship with mine. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and became a nanny at 17 with all ages 1yr-13yrs. I am thrilled...
Alyson can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
With over 10 years of experience in housekeeping, I offer detailed cleaning, laundry, organization, and upkeep, ensuring every space is spotless, fresh, and organized to your satisfaction. I offer expert cleaning services using both traditional and modern methods.
Favour can also help with: Organization, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Hello! I am Gabrielle. I work as a customer service supervisor, though my passion is childcare.
Growing up, I was the neighborhood babysitter. I nannied for families whom I met through my time as a karate instructor, I also worked for Kindercare as an assistant teacher in the infant II room.
I am dedicated, patient, kind and...
Hello! My name is Jackie and I have been a CNA for well over a year and half. I started off my career working in a post-acute Rehab Hospital in Cambridge, MA. There I was assigned to the post transplant floor where I assisted patients with ADLs, Sugar checks, EKGs, and transporting to therapies. I then went on to work at an...
Jackie can also help with: Transportation, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Joseane S.
Fall River, MA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, I'm here to offer my best job, I already have experience, I work part-time, I worked in a gillete company, and I'm available to offer you a quality service, contact me!!
I absolutely love all animals and am looking to provide pet services of any kind wether it's staying at your own home or bringing your beloved pet to my home and I will take amazing care of your pet along with any specific care the pet needs!
Bianca can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Alexandra although I have not specifically had any jobs caring for seniors, I do have experience from my placement at the VA for occupational therapy assisting which I do have my license for now. I have been working at the Westport elementary school for the last 3 years but have recently become a new mom and am...
Alexandra can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia & more
Hello! My name is Chloe and I am a 20-year-old college student, obtaining a degree within the College of Business. I am someone who grew up within a large family setting, so being around children of all ages is not a foreign concept to me. Not only did it provide me with the experience to handle different age groups, but also...
Chloe can also help with: Errands
Hello! I am Bailee, a 33-year-old occupational therapist. I have a sweet ragdoll cat, and often visit my parents, who have an adorable 2-year-old golden retriever. I'd love the opportunity to care for my pets as if they were my own pets like my own while you're away or at work. I am willing to provide services in your home or my...
Bailee can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Laurie D.
Fall River, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 10+ years working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in a public school setting. I have current trainings in fine motor, visual motor and sensory processing skills. My passion in life is to help individuals be happy, healthy, safe, and independent. I believe in positive reinforcement and I have experience working...
I have extensive experience in cleaning residential and commercial properties. I at one time ran my own house cleaning business.
Tammy can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Westport, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Westport, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Westport, 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 Westport, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Westport, MA is $22.67 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 Westport, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Westport, 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 Westport, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Westport, 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 Westport, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Westport, 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.