Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Alexandria, VA
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143 therapy dogs are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Alexandria, VA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Many years experience with senior care and previous experience with child care. I work very well with seniors and will provide child care . Also provide date night services for parents who need to get out regularly. I live in Alexandria and surrounding areas, transportation and shopping also. Light housekeeping and cooking as...
Gayle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
With 3 years of tutoring experience, my skills in working with elementary, middle, and high school students should prove useful to your elementary, middle, or high school student. Most of my experience comes from reading and math tutoring elementary and middle school students as well as tutoring mathematics in high school for...
I am a caregiver who is respectful, knowledgeable and very attentive to patient and client care. I have a 10-year experience in senior care who need help with ADL's, Parkison diseases and have also dealt with cases like autism, memory care such as (dementia. Alzheimer's). I can help with meal preparation, bathing, hospice...
Audrey can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Are you interested in learning about an amazing graphic design tool that can help unleash your creativity in the world of design? As someone with over 12 years of design experience, I'm passionate about educating and encouraging others to love art. I've worked as an art instructor in the past and currently work for a non-profit...
Briana L.
Alexandria, VA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
As a caregiver my hope is to make daily life a little easier! I offer services like laundry and housekeeping, to errands, transportation and whatever can take a load off of your shoulders! Each person has different wants and needs and I'm excited to understand what yours are so that I can assist you! I'm looking forward to...
Briana can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
My name is Mateus and I have about 6 years of paid nanny/au pair experience. I am originally from Brazil, and I came to the US as an Au Pair. I recently got married and am currently studying Social Work at GMU.
I have worked in Alaska with a family with 2 and 5-year-olds. I took on the role of a driver, ensuring that the...
Mateus can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a mom, and I have worked as a nanny in the past and have worked with all ages newborns to preteens. I love children and always pride myself in providing the best child care services, tailoring to what the child's and parent's needs are. CPR and First-Aid certified. I also have access to work on any Military base or...
Ayling can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
14 Years Of Cleaning Houses
I work neat, organized and fast.
I have excellent references
I'm happy to do housekeeping and I am comfortable doing light house manager duties such as shopping, accepting deliveries and overseeing repairmen.
Also some of my qualities are
*Organized
*Punctual
*Responsable
*Easy going
*Step ahead...
Olga can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Naya. I am currently a Montessori Teacher. I have experience with children from ages 6 weeks to 12. I am vaccinated as well as have a booster. Services I offer include meal preparation, housework, activities, limited screen time, stories, potty training, bedtime routines, and many other things. I have former employees...
Naya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was my daughter's teacher for two years. My daughter would always come home talking about Ms. Naya, so I decided to ask her if she did babysitting outside of school and lucky for me she did! She was great with meal preps and bedtime routines. She even did arts...
Kate W.
Caitlin S.
Alexandria, VA
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Speech Language Pathologist Seeking Full Time Nanny Position
My name is Caitlin and I'm originally from Upstate New York. I'm currently working as a Speech Language Pathologist in the public education system (elementary and middle school). You may be wondering why I'm interested in transitioning to a nanny role. That's a great question! I've truly enjoyed my time working as a speech...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kelemua E.
Alexandria, VA
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I have had many years of experience with customer service so I am great at communication and meeting new people! I love kids and taking care of them and have years of experience taking care of my own as well as helping a family with two kids for the past 3 years! I make sure the child is well fed and rested, and I love...
Kelemua can also help with: Light cleaning
Helora D.
Alexandria, VA
$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Housekeeper Dedicated To Creating Impeccable Environment's
Hello,
My name is Helora, and I'm excited to apply for the this position. I have a passion for maintaining environments and organizing spaces, which has driven me to pursue this opportunity. With many years of experience in cleaning and maintenance services, I am confident in my ability to contribute to the impeccable upkeep of...
Helora can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
I provide pet care for your fuzzy family members. I have 9+ years of experience and love animals. I have also fostered puppies several times with Wolf Trap Animal Rescue. I provide walking, feeding, and playing & exercise services. I can also provide light grooming, companionship, and help with house training. I look forward to...
Colleen can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kidist B.
Alexandria, VA
$35/hr • 9 yrs exp
I like caring for seniors because I want to be a nurse in the future
I'm looking for a job that make me happy
I started caring for seniors when I finish My CNA class in 2015
In my spare time, I like to clean and shop
One thing you should know about me is I like to help a senior
My skills include customer service...
Kidist can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi ,
My name is Sophia, I live in Alexandria Virginia . I'm looking for senior care job . I use to work as a caregiver for 6 years . I love helping elderly people it's my passion . I use to assist with transportation service as taking patients to doctors office , post office , tidying up homes, doing laundry and other jobs as...
Sophia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
Helen B.
Alexandria, VA
$24-29/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi my name is Helen! I'm a junior Pre-Med in college at VCU. I have 2 years of tutoring all subjects from grades K-6! A fun fact about me is that my favorite subjects are science and math! I have experience with creating structured lessons, homework help, test prep, educational games and more. I can provide my tutoring services...
I possess seven years of teaching experience, holding certifications for both middle school sciences and high school levels. Beyond my teaching credentials, I am also a certified personal trainer with a background as a collegiate baseball player. My instructional expertise spans grades 3 to 12 in various science subjects, and...
When I was just beginning high school I created my own little job called Dirty Jobs. I'd clean and organize people's homes in the neighborhood and help anyone with any task. Anything from cleaning out refrigerators, bathrooms, organizing closets and anything you could think of. I now attend Virginia Tech, but have carried on my...
Serenna can also help with: General room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Mrs. Stephany, and I offer my service as Babysitter or Nanny, my experience begins as
the mother of two beautiful girls there ages 14 and 8 years old.
I have the pleasure of working with different families, giving them the best care according to their needs and the schedule they want with their children. I consider...
Stephany can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Stephany cares. Stephany may be new at professional babysitting, but her experience as a mother of two and her caring personality make her perfect for this role. PUNCTUAL AND DEPENDABLE: Stephany is either early or on time, never late - perfect for a family like...
Ericka W.
Kelemua E.
Alexandria, VA
$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi!!! I have had many years of experience with customer service so I am great at communication and meeting new people! I love kids and have years of experience taking care of my own as well as helping a family with two kids for the past 3 years! I also love taking care of the elderly! When my mother in law who I cared for over...
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Alexandria, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Alexandria, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Alexandria, VA is $19.94 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 Alexandria, VA?
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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Alexandria, VA receive?
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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Alexandria, VA help with?
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.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Alexandria, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 143 listed therapy dogs.