Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Bladensburg, MD
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Bladensburg, MD
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Bladensburg, MD
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm Esther, a 29-year-old passionate about working with children. With a doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy, I am on the path to becoming a pediatric occupational therapist or a school-based OT. My love for children goes a long way, from creating joyful experiences at Build-A-Bear Workshop to ensuring safety and engagement...
Esther can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Timely, sweet, & so accomodating! Esther made herself available SAME DAY to watch my 15-month-old when I sent out a last minute request! She immediately took to my son and he was perfectly comfortable with her when I left. I wish we lived in town to hire her all...
Bry A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Home health Aid major with home care more than 10 years, experience with maintain a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by followingSupporting patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks.
Mekeya can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Mekeya is very kind and gentle, which is wonderful for my mother. She is very nice caregiver."
Lori K.
Deborah S.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Will Love Your Fur, Or Feathered, Babies As My Own!
5.0
(2)
Hello, all! My name is Deborah. I'm a caring and responsible college student wanting to help out and look after some four legged friends. I provide pet-sitting services in your home. I have experience looking after a variety of pets. I have two dogs and I also recently added a kitten to the family. I've had hamsters, a bunny and...
Deborah can also help with: Administration of medicine
5.0
"I have hired Deborah on many occasions for care of my dog. For daily care, and overnite, as long as 5 days. Deborah moved into my house to care for my sick dog. I was away and needed my dog home after a traumatic and life threatening illness. Deborah was quick to...
Lauren G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I provide nanny/sitting services for children of all ages. I can also help with meal prep, house chores, errands etc. With your child(ren) depending on their age(s), we can spend our days outside at the park, reading books, playing board games, art and crafts, tummy time, imaginative play, sports, or any activity of you...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Teresa showed initiative and was very responsive during the hiring process and set very clear expectations. She was flexible when there was a miscommunication with another nanny and she stepped in to help on short notice. She was very patient with our son who was...
Heather E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing babysitting services for as long as I can remember (honestly, since I was a kid myself!) and will provide the best care for your child! I am very responsible and also have experience working in an after school professional setting with kids in grades K-8 and have experience working with kids on the Autism...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Megan was great! She is friendly, responsive, and our son had a great time with her. Highly recommended!"
Hillary L.
Tyler H.
Capitol Heights, MD
$17-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tyler I am a recent college graduate. I have graduated the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Biology. I have experience working with children from ages 2-14. I have been able to create a creative space for children as well a teaching space. I also have experience working with special...
Tyler can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Amadi P.
Upper Marlboro, MD
$25-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Looking for top-notch housekeeping services to keep your place sparkling? Look no further! I've got you covered! From mopping, laundry, and vacuuming to bathroom scrubbing and carpet shampooing, whatever your needs, I handle it all with attention to detail. No dirty dish stands a chance against me-I'll wash 'em up quick and...
Amadi can also help with: Dusting, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Amadi delivers exceptional service with unmatched attention to detail, leaving my home spotless every time. Their professionalism, trustworthiness, and friendly demeanor make them the top choice for housekeeping services. A definite five-star recommendation!"
Rosi M.
5.0
(2)
I am interested in being a nanny or babysitter. I am a happy and upbeat person. A child's imagination, innocence, and playful energy give my day meaning. I am intrinsically motivated by providing services that require compassion, encouragement, empathy, and nurturing. Hence, I dedicated the majority of my professional experience...
Danitza can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I observed Danitza numerous times when she was working as a kindergarten teacher and was always impressed how well she was able to relate to the kids and kept their attention with her imaginative and creative ways of interacting with them. She demonstrated this in...
Jan N.
Rachel C.
Bowie, MD
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel. I am a Hampton University grad with a degree in Liberal Studies. My degree focus was on Elementary Education. If needed, I can also provide tutoring services. I love working with children and have been doing so in a childcare setting since 2016. For the past few years, I worked at a learning center as a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Rachel was on time and connected quickly with my daughter. She was kind, gentle, and professional. This was the first time that I had someone other than family care for my daughter, and without a shadow of doubt, I would book Rachel again. She's top notch."
Carmen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all! My name is Deborah.
I have experience providing care for a Senior, who was a family member. He was unfortunately confined to a wheelchair after he suffered a stroke. I did help with his feedings, administering medications, and mobility assistance. Due to his confinement to a wheelchair, I did often provide...
5.0
"Deborah responded to my add requesting someone to be my ride home from my colonoscopy. (I am 50 but checked the senior care box because my colonoscopy appointment seems like the kind of thing a senior might need.) She communicated with me before, which was...
Jennifer P.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Gabi!
I have been babysitting for 5 years. I am a junior, family and human services major at Towson University. I am studying to become a family therapist. I am deeply passionate about helping families and learning about child psychology. I worked at a daycare/ nursery for 4 years, all throughout high school. At this...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Gabrielle has been our babysitter for more than three years, and our daughters love her. She is energetic, creative, dependable, and caring. She is responsive and provides a safe environment where the kids can be creative and playful."
Allison Z.
Kalane A.
Laurel, MD
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Caregiver And Teacher, Here To Help (flexible-part Time)
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a young D. C. professional and recent MBA graduate who has been baby-sitting for hire since the age of 15 (~12 plus years experience). I have had the privilege of taking care of children both on care. com and through other platforms/services. Beyond that, I am a weekly Sunday School teacher for young children and also rotate...
Kalane can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Kalane is great and willing to work with us on short notice as well. Much appreciated!"
Rachel E.
Katie S.
Arlington, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a doctor of physical therapy who recently graduated and have a few months off! Aside from babysitting, I have experience with kids from healthcare and education opportunities. I was an English as a Second Language Teacher in Prague for 15 children aged 4-11. Although I did not know Czech, I was...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie was great at taking care of my 4 kiddos, pets and light cleaning. We definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a great sitter! The kids keep asking about her and miss playing games with her the most."
Amy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for checking out my bio :). I like to think of myself as a well seasoned caregiver as I have been professionally caregiving since the age of 15. I've worked in a variety of settings for children all the way to geriatric. I've worked as a daycare assistant, nanny, caregiver to the elderly, recreational therapist,...
5.0
"I am a first time mom so finding someone I was comfortable with as well as my daughter (1 y/o) is really important. Regina fit all of my requirements and my daughter loves her she lights up when ever she sees her. I love that I can be away from home and focus what...
Care member
4.8
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience.
=>Assist patient when they want to their doctor.
=>Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming..
=>Providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirement; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.
Meka can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Meka is nice, kind and considerate. She is also very caring."
Care member
Tahjai W.
Bowie, MD
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Currently live in Bowie, MD. 3rd grade teacher in Prince George's County. 3rd year as an educator. I study at Bowie State child & adolescent study. Before going into education I had multiple nanny jobs. I currently will be able to provided after care, pick up service from 3:30-8:00 p.m. M-F. Saturday are TBD.
Tahjai can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Tahjai has cared for my daughter for 5 years. She is very reliable and beyond patient with my 10 year old. She has become a part of our family. "
Care member
Liz O.
Chevy Chase, MD
$22-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and fun-loving nanny who loves child care! I am from the Chevy Chase area and graduated from Elon University in May of 2018. I have participated in four years of child development classes running a certified preschool while I was in high school. In May of 2022 I graduated from Le Moyne College where I...
Liz can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Best babysitter ever. Caring, fun, responsible, dependable and trustworthy = everything you want in a nanny. My kids love her. I can't say enough about Liz!"
Charis Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 28-year-old living in the DC Area and looking to provide occasional babysitting services (weeknights and weekends). I've spent my childhood babysitting cousins, neighbors, etc. and love spending time with children (especially my new nephew!) I've also spent a lot of time volunteering with children and particularly loved my...
Jillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Jillian is wonderful and connected with our daughter right away. We will definitely hire her again."
Bidjan N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified nursing assistant with first aid certification, CPR certified with 25 plus years of experience. I am 100% knowledgeable to senior care. My profession is a CNA/HHA with hospital experience. I am dependable, trustworthy and loyal with a great attitude. My interest is to provide families with great nurturing...
Juanita can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Juanita was professional, punctual and compassionate. She cared for my mom while I was traveling. I would hire her again without hesitation. "
Doreen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi hi Danae here! I am a 23-year-old medical student and sister of four, three of which are younger step-sisters! Looking after kids requires someone who is energetic, meticulous and patient and growing up with these girls has more than prepared me for this role. Additionally, it allowed me to develop many skills such as...
Danae can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Danae is absolutely an amazing person who provided child care services for my niece. This was not an average experience she exceed all of my wildest dreams. She stayed late, and my niece participated in several activities from going swimming to exploring a museum....
Karema M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Bladensburg, MD
Esther E.
5.0
Esther was a fantasic sitter for our almost 2yr old toddler. We were visiting from out of town and wanted to have a date night but didnt know who we could trust to watch our baby. Esther was very responsive, sensitive to our needs. and kept in touch throughout her visit. She was great with our son...
- Sara S.
Mekeya Y.
5.0
Mekeya is very kind and gentle, which is wonderful for my mother. She is very nice caregiver.
- Lori K.
Deborah S.
5.0
I have hired Deborah on many occasions for care of my dog. For daily care, and overnite, as long as 5 days. Deborah moved into my house to care for my sick dog. I was away and needed my dog home after a traumatic and life threatening illness. Deborah was quick to jump in, give my dog medicine, keep...
- Lauren G.
Teresa B.
5.0
Teresa showed initiative and was very responsive during the hiring process and set very clear expectations. She was flexible when there was a miscommunication with another nanny and she stepped in to help on short notice. She was very patient with our son who was fussy the first day she cared for...
- Heather E.
Megan B.
5.0
Megan was great! She is friendly, responsive, and our son had a great time with her. Highly recommended!
- Hillary L.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Bladensburg, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Bladensburg, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Bladensburg, MD, 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 Bladensburg, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Bladensburg, MD is $25.80 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 Bladensburg, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Bladensburg, MD. 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 Bladensburg, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Bladensburg, MD, 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 Bladensburg, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Bladensburg, MD, 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 Bladensburg, MD therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Bladensburg, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.