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Sydney D.

Forest, VA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Sydney. I'm a passionate pet lover with 5 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs. I'm comfortable with all breeds and sizes. I have a flexible schedule and am looking for work during the summer. I offer a range of services, including dog walking, pet sitting, and overnight care. I'm dedicated...
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Forest, VA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Throughout my years, I have been blessed to work with many different special needs children, each of them being unique in the most amazing ways! I am currently a Kinesiology student at UMD in College Park and I am pursuing a career in Occupational Therapy with Special Needs children. Working closely with these children makes me...
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I Am A Second Year Law Student With 3 Plus Years Of Experience Working With Children!

Forest, VA

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 3rd year law student, who enjoys working with children , whether it be assisting with educational development or just providing supervision for a comfortable and safe environment. I have 3 plus years of experience working with children, which includes nursery supervision for church services, volunteering as a youth camp...
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Forest, VA

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$40/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Tiffany I am the owner of a wonderful cleaning company. I have 7 Cleaners available to maintain cleanliness in residential, rental and commercial spaces. License and insured. Feel free to reach out anytime! Deep cleaning $50hr Regular cleaning/ organizing $40 hr Other Services we provide Carpet/ upholstery...
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Child Care

Forest, VA

3.0(1)
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$13/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have my bachelor's degree in mental health and human services, specializing in children & families. I have my cna license and active basic life support. I am looking to watch 1-2 toddlers in my home, throughout the week. we will have play time, do learning activities, learn life skills, outdoor play, and more! Please message...

Tera C. says "I interviewed Rayanne for a full time nanny job. We spent many days texting. Her reoccurring salary expectation says $12 an hour which is why I continued...

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Care Provider :)

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
As a Human Development major at Virginia Tech, I gained valuable knowledge regarding child psychology, with an emphasis on practical application. My experience as a community service case manager, allowed me to work with individuals of all ages find medical, psychiatric, social/emotional, as well as educational assistance. I...
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Care Provider :)

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Respite care
personal care
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
Hello! My name is Megan and I am a friendly and compassionate provider, looking to help an elderly individual or an adorable kiddo get the best care they deserve! As a Human Development major at Virginia Tech, I gained valuable knowledge regarding child psychology, adult development and aging, with an emphasis on practical...
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Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
window washing
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I believe that our surroundings strongly affect our productivity and mood. Because of this, it is important to turn our houses into homes. I am passionate about helping busy families organize and tidy their homes and work spaces! Home is my favorite place to be, and I want it to be yours too. I offer general cleaning services...

David B. says "Brittney did a great job! She was easy to communicate with and has a fine attention to detail."

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Self-motivated And High-energy Professional With Over 20 Years Of Varied Work Experience

Lynchburg, VA

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Successfully managed all aspects of household operations, including grocery shopping, meal preparation, laundry services, and household cleaning and maintenance in a very fast-paced environment with minimal training or oversight.- Planned and organized social and academic activities for a wide variety of ages, including homework...

Staci E. says "Warm and kind, and very engaging with our son."

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Holistic Health Caregiver, CNA, Companion

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
A compassionate soul that focuses solely on providing special care that meets and balances the mind, body, and spirit of the clients. Alonda aims to fulfill necessary measures that involve special care for the whole person allowing for an effective experience with companionship and assistance. Also providing additional services...

Isaac T. says "I'd say Alonda has experience in both housekeeping and Senior Care. I hired her to help take care of my mother while I was dealing w/ other family matters,...

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Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Shana (Shay-na)! I'm 29 years old. I'm a reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented housekeeper with many years of experience in maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming environments. I take pride in my work and always aim to exceed expectations with thorough cleaning, time management, and a positive attitude. I'm...

Malika W. says "Shana was amazing! My daughter loves her. She worked with our family since January if 2019. We are relocating which is the only reason we have to change...

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Furry Friends

Lynchburg, VA

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$12/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm able to take care of your furry friends (cats/dogs) and can provide a range of services for them. Pet sitting, walking, greening, and more. I have 3+ years of experience taking care of cats and dogs.
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Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Allie! I'm currently a fur momma to a pit bull lab-mix and my American bully pit bull whose a service dog. I have always had a love for animals. I have been pet sitting and dog walking for 5 years. If you have any questions feel free to ask!
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Responsible Sitter

Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have spent the bulk of the last 8 years caring for children ages 0-13 from various families. I love children and it is always my goal to protect, nourish and engage with the children I care for. I am a recent graduate of Liberty University and will be getting married in September. My degree is in Human Services - Psychology...
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Motivated Worker

Lynchburg, VA

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$14/hr
1 year experience
I have 10 years of customer service experience and 4 years of babysitting experience. I am a college student wanting to work as much as possible. Can run errands.
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Gentle-Hearted, Patient, Understanding, And Adaptable

Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an incredibly attentive and observant person who is a little more on the shy, but genuine, side. I am also extremely patient, gentle, and adaptable, so you can trust that your child is with somebody kind-hearted who prioritizes their safety above all else. I have had experience watching older kids and am most comfortable...
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Your Neighborhood Pet Sitter.

Goode, VA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I had several consistent families I babysat for years. Babysitting quickly led into pet sitting when those families went on summer vacations. I have worked in multiple homes throughout the years in providing pet sitting and house sitting services. From feeding a gecko to watering plants. I would love the opportunity to pet sit...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Ashley and I'm a third year college student in Lynchburg. I'm transferring to Liberty starting in January and am looking to help out families with pets, kids, or messy houses so I can pay for school! I am very experienced with animals. I grew up with dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, you name it. I am very comfortable with...
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Crystal Clean

Lynchburg, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
dusting
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I run my own small owned and operated cleaning business. I clean residential homes as well as bnb homes. High attention to detail Trustworthy Dependable Cleaning is something I enjoy doing and what better way to do what I love than clean for others and give them a clean home to come home to. Services offered: Standard...

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  • 52 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.12/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 3.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Forest, VA

Therapy Dogs in Forest, VA are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 52 listed therapy dogs

Rayanne T.

I interviewed Rayanne for a full time nanny job. We spent many days texting. Her reoccurring salary expectation says $12 an hour which is...

- Tera C.

Brittney N.

Brittney did a great job! She was easy to communicate with and has a fine attention to detail.

- David B.

Elizabeth A.

Warm and kind, and very engaging with our son.

- Staci E.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Forest, VA

To find a therapy dog near you in Forest, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Forest, VA is $18.12 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.

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

When you hire therapy dog near you in Forest, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Forest, 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.

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