Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Charlottesville, VA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Charlottesville, VA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Charlottesville, VA
I am a registered nurse with experience in providing care and companionship for clients in their homes. I have a background in skilled nursing as well as palliative/hospice care. I love to cook and am happy to provide transportation, light house keeping or run errands if needed. I enjoy being hands on and getting to know my...
While I have had no experience in direct
childcare in the past, I have a 7 year age gap with my younger brother and have taken on that role over the summers growing up! In addition, I have worked for 5 years over the summers in a town with a heavy tourist population at a summer position doing henna tattoos, where I applied...
Aliah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Rosa This is my small business that I aspire to do the best to make you feel good... cleaning services
I am a Certified/ licensed CNA and have a passion of taking care of the elderly. I have an experience of about 15 years and always happy doing what I do.
Mary can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hi! I've been in healthcare for 17 years. I have worked with patients in the hospital setting on various units including chest pain center, vascular, cardiac surgery, neurology and medical intensive care units. I've been a travel nurse for the past six years working around the United States in community hospitals and trauma...
Erika can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care gained through 11 years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings.
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a Senior Care Specialist, and I absolutely love assisting others with day to day activities. My journey began over 25 years ago, when I attended and graduated a Nurse Aide Training Program. Soon after, I passed the Nurse Aide Competency Examination, and received my certification. In 2001, I became pregnant with my...
Angela can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Kelly K.
Earlysville, VA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through 12 years of experience as a CNA. I have experience working with children, teenagers, young adults, and seniors who have intellectual, developmental, and mental disabilities.
Deborah F.
Crozet, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Offering Companionship, Laughter, Cognitive Stimulation, Med Management, Fabulous Cooking, Etc..
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a female with a Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology and over 35 years experience providing cognitive, communication, swallow therapy, caregiver education and end of life care in nursing homes, home health and clinic settings. My passion is meaningful client centered elder care. I have an excellent background in...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Very happy to have found Deborah to help out when needed."
Leigh G.
Jennifer M.
Ruckersville, VA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full/Part Time Work. Assistance With ADLs, Meal Prep
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 24 years experience as a Certified caregiver. I am also a Certified End of Life Doula.
CARENEEDS- I can help with ADLs, incontinence care, dementia support, medication reminders, appointments, and cooking healthy meals. I also train new or existing caregivers in areas they find difficult; such as, bathing, exercise, or...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jennifer is on time, on task, and has extensive knowledge concerning stroke patients. She is extremely kind and understanding on a personal level while keeping it professional. Jennifer gets the job done and then some. She is a great medical advocate and...
Robert M.
4.8
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years experience. I am a professional cleaner. I really enjoy what I do so that means you'll be very happy with my services I provide. I can be very flexible and my prices are not set so that means I'm always able to be flexible for certain situations.
Ashley can also help with: Organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"We are very pleased with her work!"
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Donna and I am applying for the caregiver position. For the last two years I took care of a senior woman in Charlottesville, VA. She has had a stroke and unable to use 90% of her right side. I help her with transferring, all daily living needs , physical therapy daily. Her routine is shower, dressing, hair, changing...
Donna can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care & more
5.0
"Donna is a hard worker, she is through in her duties. She is punctual and honest. She has gone above and beyond in her duties, cleaning and cooking for my grandfather. She relieved my stress and was a blessing."
Cynthia B.
5.0
(1)
I've been cleaning for the past 11 years, if you are looking for a fantastic service, you have come to the right place! I'm friendly and approachable.
Nancy can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Nancy worked with us for 7 years. She was amazing and we were very sad to see her move away. She is a fantastic house cleaner. She is very good at what she does and takes her job seriously. Her laundry skills are great, her cooking skills are great and she's a...
Laura D.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come with a wealth of knowledge in the field of private nursing and elder care. I graduated from LPN school in 1994. I worked as social services director in a local nursing home. I love helping and caring for the sick.
Amy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you are looking for great and affordable services, I am here to help you. I have good references and I have been cleaning for the past 5 years.
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
I live near Charlottesville. I like to draw, paint, and drive the backroads of the country. I am the second youngest of five and I know how to clean like no other. I found that I'm very good at organizing kitchens and clutter and that I like doing it.
I also had many opportunities to watch/play/walk dogs and cats. As a pet...
Rebekah can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
I started off babysitting like most people. I had a big church community so I would babysit multiple families at a time. Right after high school I started doing In Home Care for an 8-year-old boy with autism. My main priority was to socialize with him and get him to socialize with others. After that I went to a gym that had a...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I provide pet sitting services in your own home including walking, feeding, playing, etc. I have worked with animals for a couple years as well as been around them my entire life. My passion for animals is endless. I also have three dogs of my own and 4 cats.
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and hardworking!
I like caring for people with special needs because I have been working with this population since I was very young and I LOVE it!
I started caring for people with special needs when I was young since I have a brother with cerebral palsy. Since then I have...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for a pet-loving helper? With 5 years of experience in pet care under my belt, I'm here to provide top-notch services to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well-cared for. I'm well-versed in keeping pets entertained and exercised, so you can rest assured that your pets will be living their best lives while you're...
Averi can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Charlottesville, VA
Deborah F.
5.0
Very happy to have found Deborah to help out when needed.
- Leigh G.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer has helped improve my health, attitude and perspective. Needless to say Jennifer is a very hard worker; she is extremely efficient and thorough. Jennifer has helped me to access safely things in my home as that is difficult for me. I am now exercising with her help. Jennifer is a...
- Deb H.
Ashley S.
5.0
We are very pleased with her work!
- Elizabeth B.
Donna S.
5.0
Donna is a hard worker, she is through in her duties. She is punctual and honest. She has gone above and beyond in her duties, cleaning and cooking for my grandfather. She relieved my stress and was a blessing.
- Cynthia B.
Nancy A.
5.0
Nancy worked with us for 7 years. She was amazing and we were very sad to see her move away. She is a fantastic house cleaner. She is very good at what she does and takes her job seriously. Her laundry skills are great, her cooking skills are great and she's a wonderful person. She's very...
- Laura D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Charlottesville, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Charlottesville, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Charlottesville, VA, 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 Charlottesville, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Charlottesville, VA is $21.22 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 Charlottesville, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Charlottesville, VA. 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 Charlottesville, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Charlottesville, VA, 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 Charlottesville, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Charlottesville, VA, 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 Charlottesville, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Charlottesville, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.