Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Coventry, CT
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Coventry, CT and find loving care for your furry friend.
How it works
Share details about your therapy dog needs
Match with highly rated local therapy dogs near you
Compare therapy dog options and choose the best fit
Therapy dogs in Coventry, CT
Hi! My name is Heather! I'm 28 years old and have 12 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I recently graduated with a Masters in Special Education with a focus in ABA. I have previously worked in the school system and love working with children whether its helping them with school work, doing crafts, or...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Heather Z.
Coventry, CT
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Working In A School Setting With A BA In Psychological Science
Hi! My name is Heather! I'm 28 years old and have 12 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I recently earned a masters degree in Special Education with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have previously worked in the school system and currently work in a clinic setting with children ages 2-12. I love...
I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. With middle and high school students, I have worked on essay writing and in the humanities and social sciences. Withe elementary students, I have worked with students in all core subjects.
Good day! Do you need some academic help? Does your child? I am excited to begin offering my services as a tutor for both children and adults. I love teaching, and my goal is to help others love learning.
I am very experienced in differentiating instruction to meet the needs of my students. My planning is based entirely on the...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before I had my children. I have always loved children. I have worked in the public schools as a special education para. I have experience with special needs children and children of all ages from newborn to 12 years old. I have a degree in...
Kari can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over."
John B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a caring and compassionate mother of two grown children. I recently moved to Connecticut to be near my daughter. I have worked in customer service my entire life. I started cleaning homes in my teenage years, went on to do many other jobs as my life progressed. It is something I find very therapeutic. I love people...
5.0
"I feel very lucky to have found Kathy and have been very pleased with her high standards and attention to detail. I am extremely comfortable having her in my home. I highly recommend!"
Amy S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Kathy is an amazing light with great intentions compassion. She's been a cherished addition to our family."
Jennifer S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
30 years of experience and dedication providing a wide variety of health aid services. Proven expertise providing geriatric care, as well as care to those with physical and mental disabilities. Care and personal references supplied upon request. I have clean background and motor vehicle history. Looking forward to hearing from...
Pamela can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, home modification, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Pamela is a knowledgeable, caring and compassionate caregiver.
She has helped my 89 yr old male relative recuperate from a three week hospital stay. Pamela is also flexible as far as work hours to fit his schedule."
Cathy R.
Stacy H.
Bolton, CT
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Retired Nurse, Mother; Energized By God, Nature, Plants And Animals
I am a retired RN with over 8 years of experience in several settings including hospital, rehab, in-home visiting nursing, and schools. I officially retired from nursing in 2019 due to health reasons. My educational background and experience is somewhat diverse: Air Force mechanic veteran, disability claims processing, customer...
Stacy can also help with: Respite care, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Mohammed Awal A.
Manchester, CT
$66/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced, Compassionate Home Aid Professional Skilled In Personal Care.
Experienced and compassionate Home Aid Professional, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals in need. Skilled in personal care, household management, companionship, and promoting independence.
Experience:
Best Care Services, Fairfield, OH: Provided personalized home aid services to elderly and...
Mohammed Awal can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
I provide pet care and walking in your home. I absolutely adorable all animals and have many years of experience taking care of dogs, cats and bunnies and have also provided dog walking services. Please consider me to look after your precious furry friends when you are away!
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emily E.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Emily and I am currently a nursing student at Elms College. I am also employed at a supermarket where I work as a front end manager. In my free time I often do photo shoots for high school seniors and recently, a small wedding. I'm outside any chance I can get, whether I'm walking my dogs around the park or...
I have a sister who is 5 years younger than me so I had looked after her for years after school when we were younger. I have been CPR certified and I have taken a First Aid Course. I also studied early childhood education in high school and plan on working in pediatrics in the future. I absolutely love kids and would love the...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica M.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently in grad school for Pediatric Occupational Therapy. I have been babysitting for 8 years now and have experience caring for children on the Autism Spectrum. I would be able to run errands or help with chores around the house if needed!
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Summer is right around the corner!
I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am an organized and patient person. Cleaning is a form of therapy for me. As crazy as it may sound, I love entering a mess and working my magic. The results, the process, it's truly rewarding when everything is all done.
Bailey can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning & more
I understand that leaving the care of your children in a stranger's hands can be nerve racking and stressful but, I am here to put your mind at ease. I have been very successful when working with children of the ages 6 months to 10 years for about 5+ years now and I honestly love being present in watching them grow. From...
Nevaeh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Besides owning and caring for my own pets, I have lots of experience working with various animals. I will walk dogs, pet sits, and help with essential grooming if needed. I have a large amount of experience with larger animals such as farm animals and horses and would be willing to provide various services for someone in need of...
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 10 years of experience in Home care services including Parkinson, Alzheimer and Dementia Patients I'm devoted to providing superior in-home care to all my clients with disabilities and health limitations and etc. I always treat my clients with respect and with dignity. My priority is to ensure all my patient's is getting...
Grissell can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It is my privilege to recommend Grissell Marie to you as an independent caregiver for your loved ones. Grissell Marie took wonderful care of my mother at home allowing her to stay in her house four years longer than she would have been able to stay otherwise. That...
Care member
Emily S.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a compassionate, caring, and patient individual who has about 4 years experience working with the elder population. I've spent most of that time providing recreation services in skilled facilities as well as have personal family experience with Alzheimer's. I have experience with feeding, diet accommodations, transferring,...
Emily can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Coventry, CT
Kari Z.
5.0
Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over.
- John B.
Katheryn A.
5.0
My parents have only good things to say about Kathy's housekeeping help. She is friendly, professional, easy to communicate with, and has been very responsible with Covid precautions.
- Melissa H.
Katheryn A.
5.0
I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her compassionate nature, reliability,...
- Carola D.
Pamela S.
5.0
Pamela is a knowledgeable, caring and compassionate caregiver.
She has helped my 89 yr old male relative recuperate from a three week hospital stay. Pamela is also flexible as far as work hours to fit his schedule.
- Cathy R.
Grissell J.
5.0
It is my privilege to recommend Grissell Marie to you as an independent caregiver for your loved ones. Grissell Marie took wonderful care of my mother at home allowing her to stay in her house four years longer than she would have been able to stay otherwise. That made my mother very happy and was a...
- Care member
Additional Therapy Dog Services
FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Coventry, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Coventry, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Coventry, CT, 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 Coventry, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Coventry, CT is $17.00 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Coventry, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Coventry, CT. 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 Coventry, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Coventry, CT, 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 Coventry, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Coventry, CT, 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.