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60 therapy dogs are listed in Dumfries, VA
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Dumfries, VA
Estefania U.
Woodbridge, VA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi!
My name is Estefanía I've been babysitting
since I was 18, my mom used to be a nanny so I learned everything from her. currently I'm working as an receptionist in an autism therapy clinic for kids and I'm looking for a part time job in the mornings, my last job was babysitting a 7 months old baby until he was 2 years old and...
Estefania can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Estefania is great! She is very patient, loving and creative, will definitely recommend to other families that are looking for help with their children. "
Nicole H.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cecilia. The services that I can provide: *Bathing
*Personal hygiene & incontinence care
*Dressing assistance
*Transfer and walking assistance
*Feeding
*Monitoring of vital signs
*Medication reminders
*Light meal preparation
*Laundry
*Housekeeping
*Errands/shopping
*Transportation to doctor's appointments...
Cecilia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
3.0
"Came up for an interview. Still waiting to hear if she accepted the offer. No response yet. Can't figure out why she hasn't responded."
Teresa F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently working full time as a Home Health Aide for an elderly couple, one handicap & the other with early dementia. My 4+ years of experience with them primarily involves caring for the handicapped wife - bathing, dressing & grooming, preparing meals, driving to doctors' appointments and therapy sessions, preparing/organizing...
5.0
(1)
Hello, I have been caring for children over the years -children of all ages and I really enjoy it. I now am a stay at home mom my kids are in full time elementary and my youngest who is always with me- is 4. I would love to watch another child ideally from my home. I love children of all ages!
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amena and her family are WONDERFUL! She has been providing childcare for my preschooler for the past year. My child has many severe food allergies, and Amena has been more than accommodating by accounting for all them by keeping detailed lists, checking in with...
Sly S.
5.0
(1)
Looking for a new job close to home (I live in Woodbridge, VA). Compassionate Home Health Aide, fully vaccinated for Covid and whose long experience working for an elderly couple in DC (primarily caring for the handicap wife whose husband was suffering from dementia) and other elderly people, would be very beneficial to your...
Arlene can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, transportation, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Arlene for over four years. She is kind, considerate, punctual, dependable, caring and self-sacrificing. She puts the needs of others above her own. To have her as a care-giver is to have an addition to your family because she treats her clients...
Virginia S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I use work as a babysitter and it was the best experience to work with kids so I made my own home daycare and became a caregiver. It's my passion to work with kids we do a lot of fun activities:Reading, Writing, sing, Dancing, painting. I provide pick up and drop off services. I have finger print back ground check up and CPR...
Saima can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"As a first time parent it is always worrisome putting your child in day care, but Saima made us feel comfortable even sending videos of our little one during his first week. Overall, Saima was a great value for the money and took great care of our 11 mo. old....
Ash A.
Maryam A.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with children for as long as I can remember! I come from a big family and have so many little kiddies running around that I usually look after. I have four younger siblings and four older siblings who blessed us with six nieces and nephews that I love taking care of. They range from several ages. I'd describe...
Maryam can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Maryam is very kind and gives her all to anything she's working on. She's loved by the children, as she takes the time to get to know them and finds creative ways to engage them wherever they're at.
Her demeanor is one of gentleness and love, she's dedicated to...
Sumaya H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping and more.
I have previously worked in the field of Social Services (now retired) for over 10 years providing various types of services and care, that consisted of; providing recreational activities for seniors in a nursing home, personal...
Lowry can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"Lowry has been providing elder care for my mother for over a year now and we are very happy with the service that she provides. She is overflowing with both attention and affection, and my mother benefits so much from her interactions. She volunteers to be on...
Karen C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed social worker currently working in higher education. I've nannied part- and full-time for many families, children ages 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 11. Of course, I have also babysat a variety of ages, ranging from infants to teenagers on countless other occasions. I offer chauffeuring and errand-running services for...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is by far the best babysitter we have ever had. She is punctual, cheerful, creative, calm and connected with our kids. She is also flexible and organized. Most of all she is patient and attentive with our children. Our children adore her and so do we as...
Kate S.
Lindsey S.
Woodbridge, VA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two degrees and have been working with children for 12 years now! This is an absolute passion of mine. I have taught Art classes for 4+ years now and have always been able to help in multiple other subjects as well. I am currently working alongside students at the middle high school level in various subjects as well as...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started offering my cleaning services in 2000, I have taken several trainings "care and maintenance of properties" "use of organic products" "care and cleaning different kinds of floors" among others. I love entering a house and enjoy the clean smell. My contribution to society is that people do not stress by cleaning their...
Vilma can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"It was a pleasure to talk to Vilma. She was pleasant and very helpful. We didn't hire her, but I would consider her in the future."
Karina W.
4.3
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother, a nanny and a Christian counselor. I'm. super friendly, loving, compassionate, honest and kind and firm. My Christian values are important part of my upbringing and life. I have cared about 7 families through care. com and outside ..... and willing to provide them as reference upon request. I have a bachelor degree...
Nnedinma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would describe Nnedi as caregiver with a heart of gold.
Even though she was ONLY supposed to care of my daughter, she also helped my dad without his his daily activities and exercises when he was recovering from a stroke with charging an extra dime. She is a...
Peter T.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am loving, caring, honest, friendly and Christian lady.
I love what I do and passionate about taking care of other. children and adults a love. My family and friends describe me a born caregiver and mother . I am enjoy taking care of kids as if they were my own kids and my former employers and family can attest to that.
I...
Nnedinma can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I have known her for 14 yrs now. she has also worked as mum's caregiver . Dependable,kind, friendly. i will recommend her any time, any day."
Jata A.
Vanessa B.
Woodbridge, VA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.6
(16)
Hired by 43 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm currently looking to offer care for any families looking for occasional/last minute care. I recently graduated from NOVA and am a certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have 15 years of experience in caring for children as a nanny/babysitter/church child care attendant. I am comfortable and...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Vanessa as a date night sitter many times over the last 2 years. My kids LOVE Vanessa! When my husband and I go too long without a date night, my kids will ask when Vanessa can come over again to play. She is kind, caring, and fun while always ensuring...
Kara W.
Marilyn P.
Woodbridge, VA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Care Service Available Full-Time Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Senior Care experience for more then 25 plus years. I have handle different type of cases for medical health service patients with ALS, Arthritis, Heart Disease, Cancer (lung), COPD, Alzheimer Disease, Seizure Disorder, Parkinson, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, etc.... I worked with Catheter, O2 machines, give shots, hoyer lift,...
Marilyn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"I would highly recommend hiring Marilyn as she is very capable in medical skills and is very compassionate. She had to leave us because my spouse needs 24/7 care along with my needed hours which would not work. I hated to lose Marilyn!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a certified teacher passionate about helping families. With extensive experience in supporting children with diverse needs, from developmental delays to behavioral challenges, I believe in fostering growth through diverse experiences. Proficient in implementing IEP goals and accommodations, I take pride in assisting...
Marie K.
Woodbridge, VA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Good day! My name is Maria and for the last 25+ years as a certified CNA caregiver and CPR licensee, I have provided top services to each and every one of my clients. My passion has always been in senior care because I treat my clients like family. I've have taken care of different ranges of ages so I am knowledgeable and...
Marie can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is the best! Very reliable, compassionate, loving! She took the best care of my parents and a FANTASTIC cook. My parents love her. I can't thank her enough!!"
Rachel W.
Shannia D.
Woodbridge, VA
$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I absolutely adore all creatures big and small! Most of my clients have had me watch cats and/or dogs, and I have a personal background in caring for my own dog and several high maintenance fish tanks.
Most of my background in pet sitting has been situational via the client. My clients tend to hire me to stay over their homes...
Shannia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Lilian. I am available for house cleaning services. I value the importance of an organized space and I have about 5 years of house cleaning experience. If you are interested please let me know!
Hello! my name is Jaynice , I have paid caregiving/babysitting for 4 years . I am very reliable and trustworthy . I have a flexible schedule. I'm CPR, First Aid , AED certified. I've worked with newborns to elderly , and also have experience in working for a care company as a Caregiver and also a Nurses Aide . Covid free & can...
Jaynice can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Dumfries, VA
Estefania U.
5.0
Estefania is great! She is very patient, loving and creative, will definitely recommend to other families that are looking for help with their children.
- Nicole H.
Cecilia O.
3.0
Came up for an interview. Still waiting to hear if she accepted the offer. No response yet. Can't figure out why she hasn't responded.
- Teresa F.
Amena S.
5.0
Amena and her family are WONDERFUL! She has been providing childcare for my preschooler for the past year. My child has many severe food allergies, and Amena has been more than accommodating by accounting for all them by keeping detailed lists, checking in with different food items if there's even a...
- Sly S.
Arlene C.
5.0
I have known Arlene for over four years. She is kind, considerate, punctual, dependable, caring and self-sacrificing. She puts the needs of others above her own. To have her as a care-giver is to have an addition to your family because she treats her clients like family.
- Virginia S.
Saima G.
5.0
As a first time parent it is always worrisome putting your child in day care, but Saima made us feel comfortable even sending videos of our little one during his first week. Overall, Saima was a great value for the money and took great care of our 11 mo. old. Unfortunately, we are moving so we will...
- Ash A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dumfries, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Dumfries, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Dumfries, 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 Dumfries, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Dumfries, VA is $21.12 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 Dumfries, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Dumfries, 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 Dumfries, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Dumfries, 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 Dumfries, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Dumfries, 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 Dumfries, VA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Dumfries, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.