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Darnese W.

Dedicated Sitter

Baton Rouge, LA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
I have 3 years of experience babysitting children as well as children with autism. I currently work at a school/clinic that provides applied behavioral analysis services. I work with children ages 2-7 mostly. I recently competed school for applied behavioral analysis. I can help with redirecting behaviors, Bathing/Hygiene and...
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Baton Rouge, LA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I'm a 23-year-old recent graduate from LSU with a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. After teaching special education for a year at an elementary school in Walker, I'm now working toward my state licensure as a hearing instrument specialist and will soon be joining a local ENT clinic in Baton Rouge. I'm...
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Perfect Pick

Baton Rouge, LA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Treena, I have over 20 years of experience cleaning, organizing, and light home repairs, you name it. I have a 2 hr minimum for all jobs. I love what I do and take great pride in my work. I have a 2 hr minimum. I am very detailed in my cleaning and available for extra jobs if needed. My children are 18 and don't need...
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Baton Rouge, LA

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$8/hr
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
My name is Dea Lisa and I am writing to express my strong interest in the elder care position. I have 10 years experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care of my elderly mother. My experience includes dressing and meal preparation, meditation reminders, light housekeeping, transportation to appointments and...
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Compassionate Pet Lover

Baton Rouge, LA

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$13/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
Loving pets is the foundation of being a great pet sitter and an effective team lead at PetSense. A good pet sitter ensures the well-being of animals by providing attentive care, feeding, exercise, and companionship while maintaining a safe and clean environment. As a team lead at PetSense, leadership skills, customer service,...
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Part-time Student With 6+ Years Of Experience With The Elderly And Children

Baton Rouge, LA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and nurturing professional caregiver/companion. My desire is to provide exceptional care and uplift the spirits of those who are unable to care for themselves including children, elderly, and s With a wealth of experience in care taking, I have provided dedicated services to patients facing various health...
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College Student - Babysitter

Baton Rouge, LA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello I am Kennedi, I am a 25-year-old master's student, currently pursuing my master's in Speech Language Pathology at LSU. I have also worked as a Registered Behavior Therapist. I have 8 years of experience as a sitter! I specialize in caring for children ages 1-6 years old. I am comfortable working with children who have...
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Excellent Sitter And Your Child's New Best Friend:)

Baton Rouge, LA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Shea! I am 21 years old and am originally from Northern Virginia. I have been babysitting/nannying for 7 years and have had nothing but great experiences with all the families I have worked with. I am an International Management major at LSU and enjoy spending time outdoors, creating healthy and tasty meals...

Anne H. says "This was my first time having a babysitter watch my 18 month old son, and I was so relieved to have found Shea! She is a great communicator and I could tell...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Baton Rouge, LA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated senior caregiver with over 10 years of experience. My care is personalized for each client, however, I offer a wide range of services specializing in transferring, bathing, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, assistance with toileting, running errands, and transportation to doctor...
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Baton Rouge, LA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with over 6 years in the field, I'm here to offer my services to families in need. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my love for caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives! I strive to create a nurturing and stimulating...
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The 'Occasional' Sitter/Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
errands
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 30 years old and currently living in Baton Rouge. I will disclose I do not have any health care certifications but I do care for my mother who has been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's. I have plenty of patience with loved ones and have been referred to as a 'born caregiver'. My previous career endeavors were...
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Baton Rouge, LA

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$10/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as caution, outgoing, enthusiastic I like working with kids because they have an articulate way of thinking and I enjoy helping express their creative ideas I started working with kids when I was in high school by going to elementary schools and teaching them cognitive skills. I was president of...
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Certified Nurse Assistant Looking For Full Or Part Time Work.

Baton Rouge, LA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am certified nurse assistant. I have been providing senior care for more than 20 years now. I love what I do and how my work impacts the lives of my clients and their families. My goals are to make my clients priority and loved as if they are my family! The services I provide are light housekeeping, medication reminders,...

Care Member says "Krissti worked with my grandmother and developed a relationship with her really quickly! She posses so many qualities/traits that make her effective and...

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Mona B

Baton Rouge, LA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
First, my name is Mona B and I love to take care of others. I'm originally from Mississippi & been a native of Louisiana for 10yrs now. All together totally have 20 plus years of experience caring for children, sick, & elderly. I had my own private childcare service in my home in Mississippi. Overall I feel I'm very...

Amber L. says "Mona is compassionate, extremely patient, responsible and reliable. She took excellent care of our 4month and 18month old children. She's honest and a...

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Childcare Provider Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
My name is Hakeema M and I am highly interested in providing you with the care you need! I am a part-time student at SULC, currently putting myself through law school. I love children, music, reading, dance, arts & crafts; and have much experience with infant to middle school aged children that I can attribute to my past...

Care Member says "Hakeema was phenomenal as our backup nanny. She came into an unfamiliar environment and immediately bonded with our 15-month old son. Hakeema is well...

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Responsible, Compassionate Assistance

Baton Rouge, LA

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$20/hr
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Hi, I'm Jenny and I'm ready to bring my experience working as a nanny/family assistant and running my own household to helping you manage the logistics of life. To be clear, I have no medical qualifications; I'm too slight of build for hands-on care, and though I am caretaker for my own senior mother, I have no *professional...
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Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm a college graduate from LSU currently taking a gap year as I plan to pursue a degree in Speech-Language Pathology! I'm new to care. com so I'm trying to find families to babysit for on occasions when needed! I have 3 years of experience working with children including working at a daycare, working in ABA Therapy, working...
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Owner Of Jol-Lee Quality Cleaning Service

Baton Rouge, LA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
Hi! My name is Latris and I own Jol-Lee Quality Cleaning Services. I have experience cleaning residential units and I am very happy to service you with cleaning your home. I am very organized, dependable and dedicated to my clients. I always go above and beyond to get the job done.
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Babysitter

Baton Rouge, LA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi all! From December of 2022 to January of 2024, I worked with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other behavioral disorders. During my time at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, I worked with children aging between 2 and 17 years old. At the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, we focused on...
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Part Time Pet Sitting Service Available

Baton Rouge, LA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a mature, responsible 57-year-old women who loves animals. I have a very flexible schedule.
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  • 63 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.29/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.2

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Baton Rouge, LA

Therapy Dogs in Baton Rouge, LA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 63 listed therapy dogs

Shea K.

This was my first time having a babysitter watch my 18 month old son, and I was so relieved to have found Shea! She is a great communicator...

- Anne H.

Krissti J.

Krissti worked with my grandmother and developed a relationship with her really quickly! She posses so many qualities/traits that make her...

- Care member

Mona B.

Mona is compassionate, extremely patient, responsible and reliable. She took excellent care of our 4month and 18month old children. She's...

- Amber L.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Baton Rouge, LA

To find a therapy dog near you in Baton Rouge, LA, 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 Baton Rouge, LA is $16.29 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 Baton Rouge, LA. 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 Baton Rouge, LA, 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 Baton Rouge, LA, 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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