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Patricia S.

Senior Home Care Services

Claymont, DE

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I recently became unemployed as a private care provider in Aston on for a 93-year-old female on hospice. Proceeding that position I was at Granite Farms Estates in Media, where I assisted a client with her schedule complete with occupational therapy, speech therapy, fitness classes and taking long walks within the facility....
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Cassandra M.

Pet Sitting And House Sitting

Claymont, DE

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$10/hr
Pet Sitting: Going away for the day or perhaps the weekend? Or maybe even longer. I am available for basic pet sitting. All services are done at your home and the animals will not leave your home. Services Include: Walking Feeding Watering Pottying House Sitting: Basic services include: Gathering of mail Alternating...
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Donna K.

Available For Personal Care, Doctor Appointments, Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

Marcus Hook, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 15 years experience in senior care. I cared for a brother and sister for 6 years. Took care of all of their personal needs, banking, phone calls, appointment setting, grocery shopping. Also handled all hiring of contractors for home repairs, lawn care, snow removal, etc. Experience dealing with hospice care, physical...

Care Member says "Donna took very good care of my mom for three years. She was extremely dependable and in all that time she never missed a day. "

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Evangelina R.

Housekeeper/nanny

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
As a mother of 3 kids (2 girls and 1 boy from ages 9-18) I am an expert in time management and multitasking. As a professional housekeeper I have 5 years of experience. I am reliable Dependable Detail oriented Eager to provide all my customers with an exceptional service that satisfied their specific family's need.

Care Member says "Evangelina came to our house right before Thanksgiving and did an amazing job cleaning up. She was prompt, diligent and delightful. We were very happy...

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Carol E.

Touch Of Kindness

Brookhaven, PA

3.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
personal care
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 19. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. My...

Debbie G. says "I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just sat there and...

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Adrienne H.

Panoptic Professional

Brookhaven, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
"Hello, I am passionate about providing compassionate care and support for your loved ones and maintaining your home. With my expertise in companionship, home assistance, personal services, and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), I am well-equipped to meet your needs. I have a keen sense of observation to ensure...

Care Member says "Our family had came to a decision to bring our beloved uncle home and not put him in a facility. The search for a caregiver that we felt comfortable...

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Amy D.

Positive, Playful, Attentive And Conscientious Dog Walker And Overnight Pet Care Provider Available

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I've enjoyed dog walking and providing pet care services such as visits and overnights most of my life, first as a preteen and more recently, as my main occupation since early 2015. My dog experience includes giant breeds such as Irish wolfhounds, Giant Schnauzers and Newfoundlands, as well as German shepherds, Staffordshire...

Abby C. says "Amy is sweet, down to Earth and great with children. She takes great care of our toddler and infant."

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Azzure E.

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, my name is Azzuré (uh-zor-ay). I'm currently a college student & a business owner. I specialize in childcare & pet care along with a bit of household services. I genuinely enjoy babysitting & have been caring for toddlers (that are potty-trained), & kids since my early teens. My responsibilities include fun activities,...

Care Member says "Azzuré is an amazing caregiver. She is mature, patient, thoughtful and proactive. I have two girls now ages 10 and 12. She takes time with the kids and...

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Sarah F.

Quality Senior Care

Swedesboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
home modification
personal care
dementia
I am a mature, Penn State Graduate/PA licensed occupational therapist assistant providing quality care for seniors. I have provided assistance with ADLs, ambulation and home therapy routines; medication reminders, transportation to appointments, house keeping, and meals as well as companionship. I have great references and have...

Daisy W. says "Sarah is professional, dependable and very caring. We set up a meeting first to see if it was a great fit and Sarah immediately demonstrated compassion and...

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Ma Rosario A.

Love To Care

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
mobility assistance
respite care
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
I am passionate about my work as I love caring for the elderly. Not everyone is capable of this type of care. It takes someone that is caring, patient and in tune with the client's needs. It is important for my clients to feel comfortable and happy at this stage of their lives and I'm prepared to deliver this type of service....

Care Member says "Excellent caregiver, would highly recommend. Very caring and accomadatiing. "

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Bernadette M.

Wallingford, PA

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Compassionate, honest, reliable, friendly and patient Nanny. Energetic and professional, I love to sing and dance. I am able to help with homework and Legos are my thing. Willing and able to work overtime and at your service when you need me. Ms B here to make parenting a lot easier.

Care Member says "Bernadette watched my kids for several months while we were waiting for a daycare spot and then many times after that for date nights, etc. The kids...

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Lauren F.

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Wilmington, DE

4.9(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lauren, and I am 32 years old. I have a degree from University of Delaware in human services and family development obtained in 2015. I was an education director for the boys and girls clubs of Delaware and then I transitioned to a position as a behavior interventionist for middle school children that had dealt with...

Care Member says "Lauren has been the nanny for our 3 children (ages 10, 8, and 6) for the past few years. Now that our youngest is in kindergarten our needs have...

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Karen C.

Caring Companion Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
personal care
dementia
I'm a professional in-home caregiver you can trust with 8 years of experience of providing excellent care for patients while helping them maintain a positive lifestyle. Use of calm communication and patient listening skills to provide an atmosphere of safety and comfort. Administer medication by adhering to physician's...

Care Member says "Karen is very compassionate about those she cares for. I felt very comfortable knowing my family member was getting the attention and service they...

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Victoria R.

Marcus Hook, PA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I love all animals and turned this passion into a business in 2007. " Vicki's Pet Sitting" began in Salem county and now we are in Camden county! References are available. I provide daily visits including walks and play time, fresh water and medications if necessary, treats if allowed! Lots of hugs and love! Included services...
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Victoria V.

Part-time Babysitter For The Summer (college Student)!

Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Victoria and I am a senior psychology major at West Chester University! I started babysitting when I was 14 for multiple families and children ranging from 0-14. I have 5 younger siblings so I have plenty of capability when it comes to taking care of multiple children at a time! In high school, I took child...

Kim G. says "Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!"

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Salvina M.

Housekeeper

Swedesboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I love to clean and take care of general house tasks! Housekeeping helps me unwind and make me feel accomplished! I worked for a Bed & Breakfast for more than 4 years. I am committed to providing excellent housekeeping service each time I enter your home. I have good communication skills and excellent attention to...

Care Member says "Salvina is extremely easy to work with as she is very pleasant and also very thorough. I highly recommend her. "

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Mirla C.

Part-Time Babysitter, House Sitter

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
I was a stay-at-home mom and have babysat for family and friends for more than 10 years. I volunteered as a babysitter at my church for a year and was placed with babies 0-2 years old. I am a native Spanish speaker and I'm conversational in English. My services include Spanish tutoring, home organizing, nannying, driving, and/or...

Helen C. says "We have been working with Mirla for about six months now. She is very responsible and always on time. She has been taking care of our 10 month old who is...

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Melanie P.

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...

Carolyn S. says "Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

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Dee W.

Loving And Caring Care Giver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
dementia
Hi I have been a very long time care giver 25 plus years caring for the Elderly To assist and help you to be able to stay in your own home I will do the best I can to meet your needs I am easy to talk to and a great listener and hope to find someone near my area that needs a good and trusting senior care giver I live in North...

Pat V. says "Dee is a compassionate woman who truly cares about the elderly. She enjoys spending time with them and helping them with their daily routines."

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Beth P.

Caregiver/Patient Advocate

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
personal care
home modification
visiting physician
dementia
I have been caring for elderly clients for over 20 years as an independent business owner. I bring a high level of compassion and respect to my clients. The list of services provided continue to grow based on client needs. Truly wonderful friendships have developed from my work and I feel that I can make a difference in a...

Laura S. says "Beth is not only a wonderful aide and advocate to my parents, she has also become a very good friend to my mom and dad. She has been my families life...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Claymont, DE

Therapy Dogs in Claymont, DE are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Donna K.

Donna took very good care of my mom for three years. She was extremely dependable and in all that time she never missed a day.

- Care member

Evangelina R.

Evangelina came to our house right before Thanksgiving and did an amazing job cleaning up. She was prompt, diligent and delightful. We were...

- Care member

Carol E.

I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just...

- Debbie G.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Claymont, DE

To find a therapy dog near you in Claymont, DE, 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 Claymont, DE is $15.00 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 Claymont, DE. 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 Claymont, DE, 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 Claymont, DE, 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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