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AbbieAnn F.

Experienced Childcare Provider With Speech Therapy Background & Passion For Child Development

Detroit, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate and reliable childcare provider with over 4 years of experience working with children in school settings as a Speech-Language Pathologist. I started working with kids at 14 in the church nursery, and since then, I've developed a strong passion for supporting children's growth in both educational and emotional...
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Occupational Therapy Student With Pediatric Interest And Experience

Detroit, MI

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$11/hr
I am in my last semester of occupational therapy school, and will complete my masters this December! I have always had in interest in working with kids with and without disabilities, and have spent the majority of my clinical experience in pediatric settings. I mostly have experience working with children with ASD and sensory...
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Fun Sitter And Dog Mom

Detroit, MI

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Jewel I'm 22 years old I'm currently working in ABA therapy been working in this field for 5 years. I have work for a daycare for two years.. I have two years of experience in babysitting. I have a great passion for teaching and caring for kids.
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My Goal Is To Provide Exceptional Direct Senior Care

Detroit, MI

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
mobility assistance
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Also have knowledge in tube feeding physical therapy food safety
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Detroit, MI

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
About: I am a retired dog groomer, Dog Care Specialist Trained in Canine First Aid Canine Foster Management Interact with Dog to Minimize Stress Break Stick Protocol Permissions Good Behavior for Shelter Dogs What's offered Private my Home Small Dog Boarding / Sitting 25lbs & under. Your Dog is very much cared for and attended...
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Dog Walker and Play Pal

Detroit, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hello! My name is Court - I just moved to downtown Detroit for work. My experience with dogs and children is quite extensive. I'm 34 (amount 35) and have been caring for both since I was 16. I have had dogs of my own, my own dog sitting business for 15+ years, and I just recently lost my Great Dane Stella last December. I was a...
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Detroit, MI

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
Hello, I'm a loving person who enjoys being around friendly dogs that are small and medium size. I had a Pomeranian for 7 years and I loved him so much. I would like to have the opportunity to provide pet care services for you and your family.
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Animal Lover At Your Service!

Detroit, MI

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$15/hr
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Since I was born I have never lived without animals. I grew up with dogs and now have a cat; beyond that I have cared for hamsters, guinea pigs, fish and frogs, and a sugar glider. I am a quick learner and loyal to my job. My ideal job would be dog walking or pet sitting! I can care for animals of all sizes and ages.
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Detroit, MI

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$40/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
transportation
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Shianne! I've been a Med tech/ caregiver for 4 years, experienced in fields such as physical therapy, meal prep, dementia care, housekeeping etc. I look fwd to meeting you!
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Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver Provider

Detroit, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm a honest person, who has worked with several types of people in the community for over 25 years. I've provided services for parties such as food set up, serving services and kitchen clean up. Also, I provide laundry services, transportation services, grocery shopping services, scheduling services and house sitting services....
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Full Time Nanny Available

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Dejai. I am 28 years old and I've been a professional nanny for the last 5 years. I mainly work with infants and toddlers but I am no stranger to school age children. I am CPR certified, I have a clean driving record, and a clean background as well. My services are not limited to taking care of children. I...

Alysa P. says "Dejai is a child whisperer! My baby responds to her so well. She has a way with kids that's rare and I've only seen positive responses from my baby with...

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Super Sitter

Detroit, MI

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I was recently working as a behavior technician doing ABA therapy for special needs for about 4 years. Also, I've previously worked for the schools for almost 2 years before moving to ABA. All of the experience has taught me more creativity and to make something out of nothing. I would love to find an opportunity to be able to...
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Experienced Full-Time Babysitter

Detroit, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Court - I just moved to downtown Detroit for work. My experience with dogs and children is quite extensive. I'm 34 (amount 35) and have been caring for both since I was 16. I have had dogs of my own, my own dog sitting business for 15+ years, and I just recently lost my Great Dane Stella last December. I was a...
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Nanny/Babysitter/Caregiver

Detroit, MI

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked in a special needs/developmentally delayed preschool where I spent three hours a day as a student aid helping about six three to 5-year-olds with special needs ranging from autism to other cognitive disabilities. I have babysat for a family with five kids from the ages of four months to 12 years old for about two...

Aashima G. says "she was very punctual, inviting personality,caring"

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Great Helper!

Detroit, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with General Errands and Vacation Services. I am friendly and respectful. I am available for most general assistance with odd jobs, sitting, or tutoring services.
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Part-Time Or Full-Time

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Jessica I am an upcoming entrepreneur with a small cleaning business providing services to local counties. I have experience from working in hotels factories, residential and commercial. My starting pay rate is $20-$30 depending on services needed and or residential square ft.

Care Member says "Jessica & her team are great. House is always spotless"

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Detroit, MI

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amadi and I'm excited to offer my housekeeping services to help make your home more comfortable and organized space. With 2 years of experience in residential cleaning and maintenance, I take pride in delivering high quality, reliable, and detailed orientated services. What I Offer: - Thorough cleaning of all...
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Caring

Detroit, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Cooking, cleaning bathing transportation
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Detroit, MI

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
transportation
light cleaning
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi I know you're probably looking at my name and may be a little confused but once you hear it you'll love it. I am currently working as a paraprofessional Monday through Friday with teenagers ranging from 13-19 years of age I also worked at an abuse and neglect shelter for young children for over two years. I have been a foster...
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Cleaning Servicer

Detroit, MI

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$17/hr
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Responsible for cleaning, laundry, organizing and much more. I pride myself on our attention to detail and customer satisfaction. I offer a wide range of cleaning services tailored to meet your specific needs, whether it's a deep clean for your home, regular maintenance for your office, or a customized cleaning plan for unique...

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  • 117 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.80/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Detroit, MI

Therapy Dogs in Detroit, MI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 117 listed therapy dogs

Dejai T.

Dejai is a child whisperer! My baby responds to her so well. She has a way with kids that's rare and I've only seen positive responses from...

- Alysa P.

Megan G.

she was very punctual, inviting personality,caring

- Aashima G.

Jessica K.

Jessica & her team are great. House is always spotless

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Detroit, MI

To find a therapy dog near you in Detroit, MI, 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 Detroit, MI is $18.80 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Detroit, MI. 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 Detroit, MI, 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 Detroit, MI, 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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