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Sarah H.

Wide Range Of Long Term Experience With All Ages And All Abilities And It Is My Passion!

Buskirk, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I have 16 years of experience working (full-time) with individuals with developmental/physical disabilities and able-bodied. More recently, I have also cared for those at the end life stage. I am there for the person 100%! For their health and well-being, but mostly quality of life! I believe in promoting as much independence as...

Neeta P. says "Sarah is a wonderful caregiver, we trust her advice that she gives us and now has become a person we can rely on for our daughter's care and needs. We love...

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A Passionate, Experienced Sitter From Schaghticoke, New York.

Schaghticoke, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Tiffany, a passionate, experienced sitter living in Schaghticoke, New York. I specialize in caring for newborns, infants, children and adolescents. I have 3 years of experience and my services include providing a safe and nurturing environment, engaging activities to promote learning and growth, light housekeeping and meal...

Care Member says "Oh my, where do I start? Tiffany is the ABSOLUTE BEST. She was such a blessing to our family during her time with us and most importantly, our children...

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A Little About Me

Cambridge, NY

from
$40/hr
5 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hi, All! My name is Emily. I am currently working as an RN but have had about 5 years doing housekeeping throughout college until now. I live in Cambridge, NY and I am willing to travel up to 35-45 minutes for services. I will also be considering offering senior care in the future. Please reach out if you have any questions!
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Schaghticoke, NY

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$20/hr
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hi! I'm a dependable and detail-oriented housekeeper with a strong work ethic and experience maintaining clean, organized homes. I take pride in providing thorough cleaning services, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and general tidying. I understand the importance of a neat and comfortable living space and always...
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A Little About Me

Cambridge, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Emily. I am currently an inpatient RN. I have been cleaning homes and dog walking on the side, since I was in college. I live in Cambridge, NY but I am willing to travel about 35-45 min for services. I am new to care. com and I have my own transportation. I am available most Tuesdays and can work other days as...
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Compassionate & Competent Care

Troy, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
Over 20 years experience in Elder care services. Non smoker and animal lover. High level of integrity, compassionate and kind with a sense of humor. I have a current background check , Adult & Pediatric CPR , AED & First aid certification. I am also a Certified Personal Trainer. Significant experience with Alzheimer & Dementia.

Sheryl M. says "Nikole has cared for my 92 year old mother for almost two years now and I have no idea what our family would do without her. We were lucky enough to find...

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EXPERIENCED Pet Sitter And Animal Lover!

Cohoes, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Steph! I have a dog and 2 cats, I've worked with In Home Pet Services of Patchogue, watching, walking, feeding and loving my clients precious pups and cats, as well as casual, on the side pet sitting. I'm a huge animal person but if you have a dog, I'll instantly fall in love! Any questions please feel free to ask and I...
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Home Health Care Aid

Cropseyville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 5 years of experience of being a home health care aid. I am a certified PCA through new York state, I got my PCA certificate in February 2024. I can help with Transportation Services, Home Care, companionship, meal prep\cooking, cleaning and more! I do have training in hoyer lifts, slide boards/transfer boards,...

Care Member says "Destiney helped me through a very difficult time. She has proven herself to be compassionate, reliable, and willing to help out however needed. She is...

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25+ Years Experienced Child Care Provider For All Ages

Clifton Park, NY

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi my name is Samina and I have been providing childcare services for 25+ years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with infants, twins, toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. I successfully ran my own licensed daycare for 15+ years and am currently providing services in the Clifton Park area. I enjoy...

Ally J. says "Samina has watched our daughter since she was 4 months old. She is now turning 2. I was a wreck leaving my baby for the first time but she made it much...

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Some Of My Best Experiences

Clifton Park, NY

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
11 years childcare experience. Working with children six weeks of age to 12 years old. Experience in early learning and nanny services.

Care Member says "Emily has taken care of my son full time for over a year- from age 8 months to 22 months. She has become an irreplaceable part of our family and treats...

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I'm Quinn!

Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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PCA / Home Health Aide/ DSP

Clifton Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Rosina, I've been in the healthcare field for 24 years and find my job very rewarding. I'm Caring compassionate & very reliable. I Have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia. I've worked with the elderly in assisted living and nursing facilities & also there homes. I've also worked with individuals with...

Care Member says "Rosina is compassionate and skilled in the care of patients with advanced illness and disability. More than that she treats those she cares for as she...

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Art Teacher Looking For Summer Break Adventures

Cohoes, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...

Nikki S. says "Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "

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Friendly And Caring Senior Companion

Clifton Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I was a recreation therapy aide for almost 10 years before moving to NY where I have been a senior companion for over 3 years. I started out in the geriatric field as a dietary aide at just 14 years old. I then moved onto recreation therapy and got my home health aide license in the state of NJ. In between that time I obtained a...

Maryann D. says "My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and...

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I Have Over 15 Years Helping The Elderly.

Waterford, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Skills are bathing, dressing, skin care, transferring, hoyer lift wheelchairs, etc., bringing to doctors appointments, writing up documents, doing 12 hours of in-service a year. Doing HHA for 18 years. I'm CPR certified.

Charles S. says "Maureen goes above and beyond to give your loved one the care that they need. She took care of my Mom for 6 years with excellent care."

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Saratoga Springs, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
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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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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Home Health Aide Part Time A Very Available For Hands On Care

Troy, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have 30 years experience in long term care I've worked with many diverse people. I'm reliable and able to work on my own I have background checks thru interim healthcare whom I presently work for and thru site an on line service.

Mary M. says "Mary has been my nurses aide for 5 years. She is the most caring thorough hard working person in my life. One of patience and kindness at all times. She...

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Bundles Of Care ,caregiving Services

Troy, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a certified home health aide with 10+ years experience delivering compassionate caregiving specializing in caring for elderly, person suffering from illness, and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves , and those who require a more intense level of patient care . ,...

Kerrol C. says "Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her."

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Cohoes, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I provide pet sitting services in your home for animals of all ages, sizes & species. I have over a decade of experience with caring for dogs, cats, smaller mammals, birds, reptiles & amphibians, fish, exotic pets, & farm animals. Please feel free to read my client reviews! I'm a true animal lover & have been known to coax even...

Care Member says "Marissa is a compassionate, trustworthy, reliable caregiver. She took care of our pets and house while we were away and it was such a relief to not...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Buskirk, NY

Therapy Dogs in Buskirk, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Sarah H.

Sarah is a wonderful caregiver, we trust her advice that she gives us and now has become a person we can rely on for our daughter's care and...

- Neeta P.

Tiffany F.

Oh my, where do I start? Tiffany is the ABSOLUTE BEST. She was such a blessing to our family during her time with us and most importantly,...

- Care member

Nikole G.

Nikole has cared for my 92 year old mother for almost two years now and I have no idea what our family would do without her. We were lucky...

- Sheryl M.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Buskirk, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Buskirk, 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 Buskirk, NY is $27.00 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 Buskirk, 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 Buskirk, 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 Buskirk, 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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