Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Farmington, CT
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Farmington, CT
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Farmington, CT
Jacqueline B.
Farmington, CT
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting and dog walking in your own home. I'm an experienced pet lover! I currently work with a service dog in training who ideally would be able to come with me to care for your pet! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light housekeeping. I love taking dogs for walks, and I have...
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My services in tutoring includes:
* Met the needs of students at risk of academic failure; individual and small groups;
* Homework assistance, general guidance, incentives, and recognition to foster academic and behavioral improvement;
* Achievement Mentors offer services during the normal school day;
* Rewarded clients who...
5.0
"Our 14 year old enjoyed Mylinda a lot! Mylinda helped her catch up with all her outstanding work during this crazy year. Mylinda was also great at communication and keeping us in the know. We're very grateful for her help!"
Bailey O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had several clients whom I have provided cleaning. I also love people and i especially enjoy youth. I would love to provide housekeeping services to your family.
Mylinda can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Very personable, reliable, thoughtful and agreeable. She has done a wide variety of chores and transporting for me, as well as striking up great conversations with my kids. Having her two afternoons a week has made returning to full time work SOO much easier."
Maeve C.
Chelsey D.
Farmington, CT
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Chelsey! I'm a nanny with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education with my student teaching focusing on preschool education. Previously, I worked as a Para in a K - 2 classroom for 2. 5 years & have experience working with children with various needs. I've also worked for a childcare program since July of 2020 &...
Chelsey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chelsey was a natural and my son loved her from the moment he met her. She is creative, reliable, and an absolute sweetheart. I would definitely use again and recommend her to friends!"
Emily T.
My name is Liliana and I am a C.N.A. My grandparents played a very prominent and positive role in my life, and I would like the opportunity to give back to the elderly. I would be happy to care for you or your elderly relative in need and assist him or her in performing the activities of daily life that he or she can no longer...
Liliana can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for dogs and cats many times with many different breeds. I provide animal sitting services that include walking, feeding, exercising, and whatever else needs to be done. I will work with any size or age of animals.
Brian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Brian was wonderful taking care of our 3 dogs, cat, fish, and chickens while we were away on vacation. Excellent communication, dependable, and reliable. Would definitely hire him again and recommend him to others!"
Craig C.
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
5.0
"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...
Anna B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Hannah and I have 10 years of experience caring for children. I have been professionally working with children for nearly 7 years! I found my passion working in special education teaching students with autism and currently work as a behavioral therapist. I use play therapy and natural environment teaching to...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah babysat my 3 children, ages 2, 5, and 8, this summer for 10-15 hours per week plus an occasional date night. I can't recommend her highly enough - she was great. She always came prepared with something to do with the kids, whether and art project, cooking...
Christy D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Helen I've been a Caregiver almost all my life. I am patience, good listener, compassionate, loving caring and honest. I love to cook, I am neat love being active. I recently lost a lovely lady she was my best friend and like a grandmother to me. I was her live-in caregiver from
June 2012 - May 2020.
I do not drink...
Helina can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Helina is an exceptional caregiver. She treats my Dad (who is 92 and lives on his own) with respect and is very engaging. She is both an excellent companion as well as homemaker. Helina demonstrates genuine concern for my Dad's well being. Other caregivers we...
Kathy C.
Carla F.
West Hartford, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carla T., I am a Brazilian woman resident in West Hartford.
I have great references and a lot of experience, and I am an honest person. I am very mindful, detailed, and careful when it comes to cleaning.
Here I would like to offer you my services!
Some of my most requested services are:
Clean houses
Clean...
Carla can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Carla is a very talented housekeeper who cares and is dependable and works hard. She has great ideas on cleaning and organizing and is a great help to our family."
Lisa T.
Vanesa I.
New Britain, CT
$27-38/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Vanesa. I am new to care. com, however I am not new to caregiving! I love helping others live their highest potential and advocating for others. I have an extensive background in the healthcare field and customer service field. I have an associate degree in science majoring in Occupational therapy. I've worked/...
Vanesa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanesa is a very trustworthy, reliable and engaging sitter! I have been using her for years since my son was 1 years old, an now he is 8- along with my other two kids ages 6 and 5 years. They all love her and the fun activities she comes prepared to do with them....
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Renata S.
Hartford, CT
$10-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I provide high quality house cleaning services based on the clients' needs. I offer options of weekly, bi-weekly, or one time cleaning as well as detailing services that focus on tending to typically untouched areas. Free estimates and references are available upon request.
5.0
"Renata has been cleaning my home weekly. She is always punctual and does such a wonderful job! My house is spotless when she leaves!! Highly recommend."
Sarah M.
Silvana C.
Hartford, CT
$20-33/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love The People Who Need More Care, Help, Love. I Like To Learn Different Things.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is silvanaI I offer my services like caregiver. 3 years of experience. I have car car and drivers license. I am very kind, sweet, lovely, caring, compassionate. Let me know if you are interested
5.0
"Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's gender reveal party. Silvana is professional, punctual, and delivers as per the expectations. I have decided to hire Silvana...
Wilfried T.
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sandra and I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled children, teens and adults 25 years ago. I also worked with K through 5 children as a before and after school teacher. Some of the students were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist doing ABA therapy. I also have...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sandra is very caring and compassionate. She cares about others and is dependable. She relates to children very well."
Rose D.
5.0
(2)
I offer many years of experience in juggling tasks, prioritizing a daily schedule, and often caring for little ones and fur babies at the same time! I require minimal supervision to perform any job that I accept, so you can rest assured in my ability to perform tasks accurately. Don't worry, I can also recognize when I must ask...
5.0
"She was very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping...
Ahmad O.
5.0
(1)
I have taken care of dogs for the better part of 10 years, including my own and my family's/ friends. I'm a huge animal lover and understand the importance of an animals happiness and wellbeing. Your pet will be in good hands
I will bring my own waste bags for walking services and will send photos throughout the service.
Roseanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Rosie is great with any dog and had grown up with dogs her whole life. Dogs gravitate towards her always, whether it is a friend's dog or stranger's dog. She treats them with the utmost respect and love they deserve. She watches my dog frequently and my dog is...
Dimitri H.
Ana O.
West Hartford, CT
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ana and I will be very happy to help you. I have experience and great references and my goal is that you are 100% satisfied. I offer residential and offices weekly, biweekly and monthly cleaning services, post construction, move in and move out. I have my own car and equipment. Contact me for a free estimate....
Ana can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Ana has only worked for us once, so far.
She is very professional and a superb cleaner and a lovely person.
We have now arranged for her to come in twice a week, that speaks volumes."
Peter M.
Flaviane C.
Hartford, CT
$20-30/hr
4.8
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
My name is Flaviane
I am reliable , dependable, cleaning is one of my hobbies , always smiling. I have many years experience in cleaning service, residential and commercial.
Flaviane can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Great service, very thorough, would definitely recommend."
Barb H.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Strong medical background with ICU experience as a Nursing Technician/ Nursing Assistant, 20+ years of homecare experience specialized in memory care and dementia patients as well as Parkinson's Disease and end of life care/ hospice care. I have excellent references and great reputation as a caregiver , companion, cook and...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria was a dream come true. An absolute gem of a person. Very kind and patient. Friendly and professional. We enjoyed her company. She was amazing with my mother in law."
Steven J.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Farmington, CT
Mylinda G.
5.0
Mylinda was very kind. She was very creative in keeping my child interested in his schoolwork while incorporating fun. Super helpful. We'd love to work with her again!
- Jasmine F.
Mylinda G.
5.0
Very personable, reliable, thoughtful and agreeable. She has done a wide variety of chores and transporting for me, as well as striking up great conversations with my kids. Having her two afternoons a week has made returning to full time work SOO much easier.
- Maeve C.
Chelsey D.
5.0
Chelsey was a natural and my son loved her from the moment he met her. She is creative, reliable, and an absolute sweetheart. I would definitely use again and recommend her to friends!
- Emily T.
Brian B.
5.0
Brian was wonderful taking care of our 3 dogs, cat, fish, and chickens while we were away on vacation. Excellent communication, dependable, and reliable. Would definitely hire him again and recommend him to others!
- Craig C.
Sandra W.
5.0
Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to work.
- Anna B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Farmington, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Farmington, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Farmington, CT is $13.60 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 Farmington, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Farmington, 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.
Ratings for Farmington, CT therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Farmington, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.