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Kendra D.

Love Works!

Ballston Spa, NY

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Kendra. I have much experience in elderly and child care. Taking care of someone is a great and honorable act. Best done with kind hearted intentions of care, empathy and patience. I enjoy being of service to those who need it. Please reach out to me if you or someone you know needs the help. Thank you, I look...
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Kendra D.

I Care.

Ballston Spa, NY

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
companionship
hospice services
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Kendra. I have much experience in elderly and child care. Taking care of someone is a great and honorable act. Best done with kind hearted intentions of care, empathy and patience. I enjoy being of service to those who need it. Please reach out to me if you or someone you know needs the help. Thank you, I look...
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Andrea S.

Part Time Nanny Available

Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hello! I am a compassionate mother of two little children (5 and 6) so I have a great deal of experience with little kids. I am currently a stay at home mom and I am working on getting my masters as a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst). I know the importance of finding a reliable and caring person to watch over your own, I...

Laura E. says "Andrea took care of our son starting when he was 9.5 weeks old when my maternity leave ended. She was invaluable in my transition back to work and in...

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Andrea S.

All Around Nurturing Care Giver

Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I provide the friendliest and most caring pet sitting service for your dearest pal. I grew up my entire life surrounded with pets, from mans best friend to the sweetest felines and a cute little hamster. I raised my golden cocker spaniel from when he was only 6 months old to his tender age of 13. My cat tommy was born in my shoe...

Veronica P. says "Andrea pet sat for my two large dogs. They loved her and so did we! I would definitely recommend her to others!"

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Emma L.

Full-time Caregiver

Ballston Spa, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I'm Emma, a 25-year-old college graduate looking for full-time nannying work. I currently work as a full-time caregiver to a family of four in NY, but I hope to move to St. Petersburg, FL as soon as possible! I specialize in infant and toddler care, but I also hold years of experience caring for children aged 4-10 years....
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Annmarie B.

Trustworthy Compassionate Fully Vaccinated

Ballston Spa, NY

4.5(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello there, I am a 53-year-old woman I live alone in Ballston Spa. I have nothing/nobody that entangles me with my availability to care for you, or your loved one. I have an Associate Degree in Human Services and I am taking online courses toward my Bachelor's Degree in the same with a focus on Elder/ End of life care. I am CPR...

Dale K. says "Annmarie was an addition to some short term care needed by my parents. Very last minute our plans changed and we found ourselves without a caregiver in the...

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Brooke M.

Ballston Spa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! Thank you for considering me and looking at my profile. My name is Brooke and I am 32 years old. I have worked in a preschool as an assistant teacher, nannied for many wonderful families and have three little boys myself! It's safe to say I have a lot of experience with children. In September of 2010, I was the head Cross...

Alexandra H. says "We had such a wonderful experienced with Brooke. She was a full time nanny for our 3 yr old son, who absolutely adored her! She made sure to...

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Lindsey R.

Certified Teacher, Early Childhood Experience

Ballston Spa, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Lindsey and I recently received my masters in education and certification to teach ELA for grades 5-12! I have been working with kids for 7 years, since I was 15, and started with toddlers at the preschool level. I genuinely enjoy working with children and am very invested in their growth. I would consider myself...
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Stacie E.

Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!

Crystal H. says "Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her...

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Susan Y.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with Senior Care. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and bathing and meal preps and light housekeeping

Care Member says "Sue was always there when I needed her. She took care of my father for the last six months of his life and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring and...

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Quinn W.

I'm Quinn!

Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Greetings! My name is Quinn. I am 20 years old and a Junior attending the University of New England. I am from Ballston Lake, New York. I am pursuing an Education major and a minor in Special Education. My goal is to become a Kindergarten Teacher:) I have around 7 years of experience with babysitting and have references...

Care Member says "We adore Quinn! She has been wonderful with our 3 girls and is reliable and responsible. She took care of them and ran them around to different camps...

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Makayla M.

Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
I started working with children as a mother's helper when I was 13. From there, I began babysitting multiple different families. The ages of the children I have watched range from newborn-12 but I am comfortable working with children of all ages. I have experience working with children who have disabilities and also have...

Jesse L. says "Makayla has been working for my family since August 2023, when my son was 2.5 months old and I was starting back at work. She is a grad student who...

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Jasmine N.

Passionate Home Health Aid

Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
home modification
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have been working with elderly people for about 10 years now. I worked in nursing homes, home care agencies and assisted living for a few years. I have taken on many different cases related to Alzheimer's, dementia, paraplegic & quadriplegic, assisted living, hands-on care, range of motion, assisted in occupational & physical...

Amy G. says "Jasmine is a very kind and sweet young women. She's motivated and passionate about her work!"

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Marsha T.

Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
personal care
My name is Marsha, I am currently available for overnights. Feel free to contact me as things change. I am a certified Personal Care Assistant and CPR certified with 15+ years experience in PRIVATE home care services. Your loved one will receive quality care and compassion they deserve. I enjoy going above and beyond to make...

Tara L. says "Marsha answered an SOS message for help with my mom who is 2 hours from me, fell on the ice and sent home from the emergency room. Marsha was at my...

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Fiona L.

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always loved animals of all kinds. I used to work at shampoodle in Delmar and worked at the doggy daycare and would also bathe dogs and clip their nails. I am comfortable applying some of these skills to my work or I could reference other people I trust within the industry. Right now I live in a home with 5 cats and have...
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Sarah C.

Ballston Lake, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I would be thrilled to provide dog/cat sitting in your home. I have had experience with dog/cat sitting for 5 years. I started small, within my neighborhood when I was younger and my neighbors have put their trust in me to take care of their animals for years. My hope is to branch out and have the opportunity to provide any kind...
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Stacie E.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ballston Lake, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Home modification
dementia
respite care
personal care
I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working to keep elderly adults in their own home. I love to help seniors stay active! I am patient and an engaged listener.
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Christina H.

Housekeeper

Mechanicville, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
pet waste cleanup
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
During school, I picked up side jobs cleaning houses for two years. My services include laundry, errand running, and general house cleaning, organization, and dog walking. I love pets and families and I understand the need to keep a house clean for a family, yet not having time to due to work and other activities, this is why I...
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Michele H.

Greenfield Center, NY

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello It is a pleasure to meet you. My name is Michele, I'm 42, live in Greenfield with my husband and our two boys aged 7 and 11. With current and previous families/households I work with, the services have included: Kitchen: cleaning of all general surfaces. Wipe down of all appliances. Deep cleaning of appliances...
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Kailynn H.

Saratoga Springs, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I am an energetic and organized individual. I love helping others be it by running errands, providing deep cleaning services, or general house cleanings.
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.38/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.7

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Ballston Spa, NY

Therapy Dogs in Ballston Spa, NY are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Andrea S.

Andrea took care of our son starting when he was 9.5 weeks old when my maternity leave ended. She was invaluable in my transition back to...

- Laura E.

Andrea S.

Andrea pet sat for my two large dogs. They loved her and so did we! I would definitely recommend her to others!

- Veronica P.

Annmarie B.

Annmarie was an addition to some short term care needed by my parents. Very last minute our plans changed and we found ourselves without a...

- Dale K.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ballston Spa, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Ballston Spa, NY, 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 Ballston Spa, NY is $18.38 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 Ballston Spa, NY. 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 Ballston Spa, NY, 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 Ballston Spa, NY, 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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