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Lydia S.

Part-Time Caregiver

Dubuque, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
personal care
Hey guys! Lydia S. here. I just recently moved to Palisade CO from the good ole Iowa. I was from Dubuque so right on the Mississippi River. After high school I went to college and obtained a degree in Occupational Therapy as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. With that, I provide excellent care and experience to...
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Dubuque, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
I have 25 years experience working with children and young adults. I have worked for a local nonprofit with special needs clients for 25 years and have worked at a daycare for four years. I am a mother to three daughters. My availability is a bit limited but if you need an occasional babysitter or occasional services, I might be...
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Helpful Babysitter

Dubuque, IA

from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Amber. I've been working with kids for over two years at the Mystique Ice arena as figure skating coach helping kids on and off the ice. I also worked as a lifeguard for 2 years keeping kids safe in and out of the water. I'm CPR and First-aid certified. Working with kids of all ages is my passion. I can also help...
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Dedicated CNA

Dubuque, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Amber, and I'm a pre-nursing student at NICC. I work nights as a CNA on the Surgical Services unit at Mercy Hospital to gain experience. I have experience working with dementia patients, enjoy cooking, and am comfortable with tasks like bathing, cleaning, basic first aid, and caring for pets. I'm here to help with...
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Full Time Nanny

East Dubuque, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have a 14-year-old sister, a 4-year-old brother who I have cared for since he was born and a baby sister I sometimes watch, I have also worked many times for hope church in their childcare services working with 10+ kids under age 4, at one time. I have also watched many kids of all ages for the people at my church and for...
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Platteville, WI

3.0(1)
from
$38/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Breanna and I have 3 years of experience in the cleaning industry. I clean Air BnB rentals and personal homes in the tri-state area. I can help with General Cleaning, Deep Cleaning, and move in/move out services. I am open to one time appointments or for a regular scheduled visit. I also offer a toxic free...

Care Member says "Very friendly, and extremely courteous she is extremely professional and very efficient, my experience was delightful, I was extremely happy, she came...

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Pet Sitter

Platteville, WI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm 21 years old and just graduated from Southwest Tech with an associates in Human Services. I'm a fur mom to my 2-year-old cat Shadow. I love kiddos and pets are always a plus. I'm originally from the Hazel Green area and moved to the Cuba City area recently.
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Babysitter

Platteville, WI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Payton. I'm a 22-year-old I have a pet cat named Shadow. I'm went to school for Human Services and hope to work with children in some kind of capacity. I love kiddos and pets are a bonus. I worked for Wisconsin Badger Camp over the summer which trained me in CPR/first aid, fire and safety, and behavioral management.
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Platteville, WI

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$10/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Malia and I love kids! I have a fun, bubbly, and positive personality. I love playing games, doing crafts, cooking, cleaning, and having fun! I began babysitting at a young age for family friends and some of my teachers. I enjoy cooking for the kiddos and playing lots of games. Often I try to keep electronics to a...

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  • The average post rate is $15.25/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dubuque, IA

To find a therapy dog near you in Dubuque, IA, 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 Dubuque, IA is $15.25 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 Dubuque, IA. 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 Dubuque, IA, 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 Dubuque, IA, 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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