Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Folsom, CA
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Folsom, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Folsom, CA
Imani M.
Folsom, CA
$18-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Imani, I offer services to care for children, seniors, pets, and housesitting. When it comes to caring for children I enjoy having activities like painting, drawing, and other fun projects. I have experience with caring for small breeds of dogs, and I am willing to take care of larger animals that are well trained....
Imani can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Kayla G.
Folsom, CA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have volunteered on and off for 5 years, working with cows, sheep, horses, dogs, cats, chickens, bulls, and goats. I was employed in a pet store for 4 months, and have been working for a dog resort since the beginning of June 2013. I have also dog sat for multiple neighbors. I offer overnight pet sitting services which include...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
Imani M.
Folsom, CA
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Important Attributes I Have When Being A Caregiver Is My Communication, Problem Solving, Creativity
Hi my name is Imani, I offer services to care for children, seniors, pets, and housesitting. When it comes to caring for children I enjoy having activities like painting, drawing, and other fun projects. I have experience with caring for small breeds of dogs, and I am willing to take care of larger animals that are well trained....
Imani can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Pamela D.
Folsom, CA
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trusting And Caring Grandma::) SERVICES BY $20 A HR. OR FOR OVER NIGHT $50
I have 10+ experience. I have had dogs for years. No cats.
I have been retired from the legal system since 2015.
I have 1 older chihuahua. He is 15 yrs old, barks at first then calms
down, sleeps a-lot. I prefer older dogs, on the calm side. Weight up to 15lbs. I can board up to 6 or 7 days. Boarding per night $50; If by the...
Pamela can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Kaiya R.
Folsom, CA
$21-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi , my name is Kaiya. I am 20 years old and currently going to school to become an EMT. I have been working as a behavioral therapist for 3 1/2 years implementing ABA (applied behavior analysis) therapy to children with special needs and behavioral problems in the children's home , a clinic, and in a school setting . I am CPR...
Kaiya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Hi , my name is Kaiya. I have worked as a behavior technician for over 3 1/2 years providing ABA therapy sessions to children with special needs and behavior disorders of ages 0-15 in clients home , in a clinic and in a school setting. I also have been caring for my brother who has autism since he was a baby and is now 16. I am...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Services offered include: cooking, light cleaning, care of kids, singing songs, playing games, playing indoors and outdoors, art activities, and etc.
Melony can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was really great with our children. She made cookies, went a walk, and took care of night routine. Super sweet and patient. "
Elizabeth S.
I have 4 years of experience as I have had to be the primary taker for my grandmother and take her to all of her doctors appointments during her cancer treatment. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I am flexible in regards to any accommodations that may be needed for passengers. Please let me know if...
Alexander can also help with: Errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kristin, I am 34 years old and a Folsom Native. I truly love caring for kids and am hopeful to find a great family to grow with!
My childcare experience includes several years as a Preschool Teacher and 8 years serving as a Nanny to multiple long term families.
My recent work experience was at a private...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Cherise S.
Folsom, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA, CPR/BLS CERTIFIED Superior Care For You Or Your Loved One.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Worked independently as well as with an agency providing live-in 24 hour care including: Alzheimer's/ dementia care, hospice, end of life care, preparing and administered medications, use of gait belt, wheelchair, Hoyer's lift and walker. Bathing, cooking, cleaning, grooming, dressing, appointments, shopping, companionship,...
Cherise can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Cherise is amazing. Extremely motivated and organized. She provided care for my mother for 2 years. She is an experienced cate provider understanding many aspects of skilled nursing as well as compassionate care. She is spiritual and family oriented. We live...
Care member
I bring 9 years of combined experiences with Adult Protective Services, In-home senior care and Medical Assisting. My goal is to provide ultimate care that creates trust, safety, and companionship for my clients. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, shower assistance, bed baths, transfers, social...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a compassionate caregiver and truly enjoy being of service to others. I have had the pleasure of working one on one with multiple elderly individuals. I have assisted those with early onset Alzheimer's as well as physical and developmental disabilities. I provide companionship and comfort for seniors in their home and out...
Alicia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
Semi retired, live in Folsom, experienced with family elder care, looking to assist and/or care for senior clients to help and support. I would like to be assigned to a number of clients who will appreciate scheduled repetitive care and services so an on-going relationship of support can be created. I am a helpful, giving person...
David can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Kylie. I am currently a student attending Chico State looking for a flexible house cleaner job that will work around my school schedule for this semester. I am willing to work early mornings or late nights in order to get my job done. I have worked as a house keeper in the past and I am currently looking for...
Kylie can also help with: Window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
I have years of experience working with children through the state of California in crisis centers to long term residential programs. I had also acquire the benefit of running my own in-home day care service for military families where I would open my home up from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and last minute emergency...
Melenaite can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Shannon P.
Folsom, CA
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I bring 10+ years of combined experience with Adult Protective Services, In-home senior care and continuing education in CCMA, medical assisting. My goal is to provide ultimate care, engagement that creates trust, safety, and companionship for my clients. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, shower...
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello there!
My name is Melenaite, and I am a Mental Health Counselor for a Long Term Therapeutic Treatment Facility in Sacramento County. Also, I am a Licensed Administrator through California's Department of Social Services.
In coherent to the professional roles are 11 years of experience in the field of Mental,...
Melenaite can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Hello!! My name is Sarah B. I prefer to go by my middle name Amanda. I am 41 years old. I have over 20 years of experience with kids with ages 6 months-18.
In August 2019, I was hired with the Folsom-Cordova USD as an Substitute Instuctional Assistant for Special Education. I interact with students from ages 4-20 with...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kylie! I am 25 years old and I am a graduate with a BA in psychology from Chico State. I currently just moved to Folsom and I am looking for a full and/or part time nanny position to help you take care of your little one(s)! I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have a lot of experience with...
Kylie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karina A.
Folsom, CA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional, Caring, Friendly And Compassionate Caregiver
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Karina. I am a proud mother of three amazing kiddos. I am energetic, creative, I love meeting people and I truly believe in being kind to others and being a good citizen.
I am a military veteran, and a graduate of San Diego State (Go Aztecs)!!! I love photography, gardening and watching my kids play soccer. I...
Karina can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I hired Karina in April 2021 to help me with my husband who was coping with brain injuries from bike injuries. She gave me respite care, so I could do grocery shopping and necessary appointments.
She was wonderful, and engaged with him well, giving him space...
Priscilla R.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Folsom, CA
Melony F.
5.0
She was really great with our children. She made cookies, went a walk, and took care of night routine. Super sweet and patient.
- Elizabeth S.
Cherise S.
5.0
Cherise is just a beautiful person! She is so positive and cheerful! Everyone who meets her loves her. She was so caring and entertaining for our 99 year old Elsa. She is very responsible and a good decision maker, and not only took great care of her, but was a friend and companion to her.
- Care member
Karina A.
5.0
For the past two years, Karina has been an absolute blessing in our lives as she cared for my disabled wife with dedication, compassion, and expertise. Her exceptional skills and genuine empathy have truly transformed our experience, making her an invaluable member of our family. It is with great...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Folsom, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Folsom, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA, 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 Folsom, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Folsom, CA is $23.86 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 Folsom, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA. 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 Folsom, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA, 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 Folsom, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA, 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 Folsom, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Folsom, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.