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Karen M.

ABA THERAPY

Alexandria, VA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
I was a nurse in El Salvador for 5 years I was working in a nursery and pediatrician hospital In the US I'm studying ABA therapy which takes 40 hours and I have the certification and some experience with kids with autism and some behaviors
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Energetic And Trustworthy Sitter

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 7 years of experience in both nannying/babysitting and pet sitting. Going into my senior year of college majoring in Recreational Therapy. Home for the summer looking for a kiddo to care for!
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Alexandria, VA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Katia and I am offering childcare services, senior care, and household/ errand services. As a caregiver, I have experienced preparing meals, driving to different appointments (doctor, physical Therapy, hairdresser, fun activities), helping with personal care services ( shower, dressing, providing medication),...
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Compassionate And Loving Full Time Caregiver At Your Disposition

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
dementia
personal care
companionship
+ 1 more
I have tremendous knowledge/experience interacting with the elderly population. I worked as a senior care provider for 6 years now. I worked with patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, ALS, Parkinson's disease, Spinal cord injury, Schizophrenia, and Bipolar disorder. I assisted and enabled them to complete their ADLs such...

Laura K. says "We hired Edom while we were visiting DC for the holidays - she was a great companion to my mother and kept a watchful eye on her and helped orient her in...

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Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
I am attending East Carolina University majoring in Recreational Therapy. I have experience working with people with disabilities both in completing my service learning hours as required by my degree. This has been 25 hours gaining experience with many different populations. As well as my experience working as a paraprofessional...
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Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Provided dog sitting and walking services for friends, family, and neighbors, including overnight care and feeding routines. Experienced in handling large breeds, particularly German Shepherds, having personally cared for two dogs until their passing at ages 11 and 14. Comfortable with senior dogs, administering medication, and...
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Loving Dog Sitter

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
Hi I'm Virginia. I'm a 25-year-old who loves dogs. For over 13 years I've had a Chihuahua and for the past 3 years a beautiful Cane Corso (128lbs aprox). I'm confident, energetic and fun so I consider myself very proactive. In a few occasions I have taken care of my friends pets and it's been wonderful so now I'm sharing my...
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Housekeeping

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I have two years of experience as a property manager for a couple of rental spaces in State College PA and 3 years of house keeping. No matter the size of your home, I specialize in deep cleaning services and house management: Garage Bathroom Laundry Vacuum Mopping Organizing playrooms Errands Etc.

Juliette B. says "Marlene is an amazing housekeeper, she pays very close attention to detail, is great at doing any cleaning task (folding, mopping, dusting, vacuuming),...

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Experienced Nanny Available Full Time !

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a experienced nanny, personal organizer, housecleaner, and personal cook. I am fully vaccinated and I have my own transportation. I have a passion for helping others keep balance and organization in their busy lives, and I love providing quality services that make a difference. I'm reliable, friendly, and creative,...

Angela G. says "Stephane has a natural for care of all ages. She expertly and without stressed cared for our family with four children ages one through eleven. Able to...

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Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
Hi everyone! I can provide dog sitting in your own home or mine. I'm starting to offer this service, however I've had multiple dogs for more than 10 years, and I truly love dogs and cats as well!! I have taken care of my neighbors' cats in the past, so I also have experience in this field.
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Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
I have experience in physical therapy for geriatric and neurological areas. Also, I have experience as a personal trainer.
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Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I genuinely enjoy the companionship of dogs and find fulfillment in caring for them. Dog sitting allows me to spend time with different breeds and personalities, providing affection, exercise, and attention while you are away. It offers me with the opportunity to bond with furry friends, create meaningful connections, and...
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Part-time Personal Assistant/ Care Provider Available

Alexandria, VA

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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, my name is Hanna. I've been working with families for the past 6 years. My passion is to help people make their day to day lives easier and more productive catered specifically to each client. When working with people with autism, quadriplegia, Alzheimer's, stroke etc. some of my tasks have been assisting in...
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Part-time Care Provider Available

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Hanna. I've been working with families as a caregiver/companion for the past 6 years. My passion is to help people make their day to day lives easier and more productive catered specifically to each client. While helping people with autism, quadriplegia, Alzheimer's, stroke etc. some of my tasks have been...
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Grammar Teacher

Alexandria, VA

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$25/hr
Hello I'm preschool and high school teacher also I have a certificate for Spanish grammar. I have experience with language therapy and special needs as well
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Pet Care

Alexandria, VA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love dogs and feel fortunate to have four wonderful ones of my own. They bring so much joy and companionship into my life, and I'm passionate about sharing that love with others. That's why I'm excited to offer dog sitting and walking services to help my neighbors care for their furry friends too!
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Looking To Find A Part Time Position!

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I am currently looking for a part time job before I go back to grad school for Occupational Therapy in the fall. I have previously worked at preschool and pre-k day care centers as a teacher and have a passion with working with kids. I also hope to work in pediatric therapy in the future! I am working part time at a...
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RBT

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
This past year I worked for a non profit in Denver, Colorado as a Registered Behavior Technician for children with ASD aged 3-7 in their intensive Early Intervention program. There were 6 individuals that I provided 1:1 therapy for on a daily basis, working with children both verbal and nonverbal. Through the use of Applied...
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Very Friendly,Helpful , Honest Smile Creater

Alexandria, VA

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$29/hr
9 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
I have 9 years of experience on this field. I can help with Personal Care and Light Housecleaning. I can drive . I love to take care of elder person. I don't mind male or female. I still working nursing and rehab center. I have some AROM, PROM, restrorative and physical therapy assistance experience. I loved to do garden therapy...
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Spanish-Speaking Babysitter

Alexandria, VA

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$27/hr
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Mery, and I have been caring for animals my whole life. I grew up taking care of farm animals, and I specialize in dogs and cats. I've had experience with many other animals though, including chickens, bunnies, and even monkeys! Animal care has been an important part of my life for a long time, and loving them is...
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  • 163 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.13/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA

Therapy Dogs in Alexandria, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 59 reviews of the 163 listed therapy dogs

Edom A.

We hired Edom while we were visiting DC for the holidays - she was a great companion to my mother and kept a watchful eye on her and helped...

- Laura K.

Marlene F.

Marlene is an amazing housekeeper, she pays very close attention to detail, is great at doing any cleaning task (folding, mopping, dusting,...

- Juliette B.

Stephane S.

Stephane has a natural for care of all ages. She expertly and without stressed cared for our family with four children ages one through...

- Angela G.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Alexandria, VA

To find a therapy dog near you in Alexandria, VA, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Alexandria, VA is $22.13 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Alexandria, VA. 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Alexandria, VA, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Alexandria, VA, 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.

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