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Debra C.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant . Personal Trainer . Stretch Therapy

Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
specialized care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
**CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE** I'm a health and wellness professional as well as a COTA. My strength is providing therapeutic movement and activities for health, rehabilitation, and well-being. Also trained in self-care, transfers, modification techniques, home safety, and adaptive equipment. My experience includes outpatient rehab,...
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Caring Experience Caregiver

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My experience in senior care has been as the coordinator for the massage therapy program in a large CCRC (independent living to long term skilled nursing). Additionally, I have worked as a massage therapist for a hospice care provider service and I have worked as a private duty care giver for an elder.
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Caring And Active Dog Walker And Pet Sitter!

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi there! I provide dog walking and pet sitting services in the Palm Desert area. I love animals of all kinds and have experience working with them in a variety of settings. I have worked with exotic animals in the Amazon, wolves in Colorado, goats in Texas and cats and dogs at two vet clinics in California and Australia. I am...
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Asheville, NC

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
I am happy to help take care of your beloved pets as part of my overall service. I have 3 dogs of my own and a kitty. I love animals and they are part of your well being.
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"Retired" Special Education Teacher

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am "retiring" from working in education for the last 14 years both abroad (Thailand and the United Arab Emirates) and in the US. I say retired, because I am only 35 years old, but am transitioning out of teaching. I have worked in high schools and elementary schools and public, private and charter schools. I am transitioning...
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Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I am currently finishing up my last year of Graduate School in a Psychology and Dance/Movement Therapy program. I have recently moved to Asheville to be a clinical intern at BMNTC. I am looking for a great family to work for during this time! Previously coming to Asheville, I lived in Keene, NH and worked as a Daily...
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Experienced Nanny

Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
My name is Kenna. I currently work in the Social Work Field and am enrolled in my Masters Degree. I have experience nannying ages 15 months-5 y. o, assisting teachers in classrooms with children in grades K-8 (Waldorf), facilitating horticultural therapy lessons and implementing ABA therapy as a Registered Behavioral Technician....
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Your Babysitting Rescue!

Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hey there! I have 2 years of experience working in wilderness therapy with adolescents and young adults, teaching kids the beauty of living outdoors and how to lead more fulfilling lives. I love to find new games to play and learn about herbalism. I am currently in grad school studying clinical mental health counseling.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! I am looking to connect with people in the Asheville area and provide caregiving services such as pet care and childcare. I have experience taking care of animals my whole life and I'm comfortable with any size of dog or cat. I can provide walks, baths, litter clean up, and anything else you might need. Hopefully, I can...
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House Keeper

Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Experience No Worries Property Management, Surprise, AZ House Keeper Nov. 2015-May 2017 WORK EXPERIENCE Cleaned Vacation Rentals with a four hour turnaround. Maintained a high standard of cleanliness with pristine attention to detail. Vacuumed carpets, swept and mopped floors, washed dishes, made beds, cleaned bathrooms,...
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Part-time Caregiver

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi I'm Kenna. I have my Bachelors in Social Work and currently work part-time as an assistant at Shining Mountain Waldorf school. I have worked as a direct support professional for individuals who experience cognitive and physical disabilities and worked as Registered Behavioral Technician with children who experience autism. I...
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Pet Man

Asheville, NC

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
From an early age, I was raised on a farm surrounded by a diverse range of creatures, both small and large, I developed a profound affinity for animals. In those rustic surroundings, my siblings and I nurtured water buffalo, cows, pigs, dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, ferrets, birds, fish and more. During a brief interlude in a...
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Asheville, NC

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Anna Rose and I am a recent graduate of Wake Forest University! I am taking a gap year and starting grad school for Occupational Therapy in August. I would love to babysit/nanny part time this year because I love working with kids! I have 10 years of babysitting experience, including a part time nanny for...
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PT/FT Assistance Available

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Services Offered: Elder Care, Experienced in Dementia. I can be a primary caregivers respite and/or offer fulltime service. I have provided private assistance to several seniors throughout life. From a young age I've held an deep affinity for our elders. I am experienced in: Making and assisting with appts Medication...
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Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My love and passion for enriching the lives of young children, combined with my experience and education in childcare makes me a perfect fit for you. I believe that all children should be given a safe, nurturing and loving environment to encourage that they develop to their full potential. I trust you will find me to be a...
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Meet Heather

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Heather! I'm 38 and have lived in Asheville for 9 years with my husband and pup. I have extensive experience with kiddos ranging from newborn to late teens, and am looking for some part-time nanny opportunities during traditional work-day hours. I love movement of all kinds, being outside, reading books, and bringing...
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Asheville, NC

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Greetings! I'm Claire, I hold a degree in Nutrition and a Masters in School Counseling & Expressive Arts Therapy. I provide safe, reliable, & trustworthy care for wellness oriented families close to Asheville and surrounding areas. I grew up the oldest sister of 4 siblings & for a decade I have enjoyed my work as a professional...
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Full-Time Caregiver

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 18-yrs of experience as a Professional Caregiver. I have been educated in both advanced mobility & memory care. In my previous experience, I have provided everything from companion care to specialized care for Alzheimer's and Dementia, as well as assisting clients with a variety of mobility limitations and disabilities...

Care Member says "Ashley was a godsend to us in a time of crisis our mother. She started immediately and stayed with my mother 24/7 the last weekend she was here. She...

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Residential Housekeeper Seeking Summer Work

Asheville, NC

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
I have 18 months experience working as a professional residential housekeeper and providing light housekeeping services as nanny.
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Deb P.'s Photo

Asheville, NC

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
organization
I am happy to help with anything you need around the house as part of my overall service. Part of caring for the individual is also caring for their environment.
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.37/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Asheville, NC

To find a therapy dog near you in Asheville, NC, 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 Asheville, NC is $19.37 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 Asheville, NC. 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 Asheville, NC, 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 Asheville, NC, 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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