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Karina M.

Companion And CNA

Freedom, CA

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$26/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
personal care
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Karina. I began working as a caregiver in 2017 and since then my passion has grown to keep offering service to the senior community. In addition, I have experience caring for dementia clients, Parkinson's clients, insulin dependent, hospice clients, bed-bounds clients and so forth.
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CNA Is In My DNA.

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
errands
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With over 20 years of experience, I provide all aforementioned services with a positive attitude and caring demeanor, you will never find a harder working employee than I. Additionally, I will always be ready to go above and beyond.

Diana W. says "What a pleasure to meet Julia. She has been so patient and kind working with me. She is dependable and on time, but the thing I like most about her, is...

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Senior Care And Companion Care

Watsonville, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Darlene and I have senior care and companion care experience. I have been doing caregiving since July of (2015). I would love to help. I am certified to care for seniors through the county and through senior network services. If you need any references I can provide those too. I am a college grad, a...

Melanie R. says "I really liked meeting Darlene. She was real sweet to my senior dog and aware of all the challenges seniors have finding dependable caregivers,...

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L A Honest Answer Responsible Caregiver

Capitola, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
l m a good caregiver, my focus is on the client's needs that feel them comfortable. always on time, if they need me more time l m going to be possible to be there. l like my job because is very human work, I help them to be more independent I'd describe my personality as responsible, sweet and good caregiver I like caring...

Allison Z. says "I just hired Guadalupe to take care of my mom and it went very well. She was very patient and gentle with my mom. She befriended her and earned her trust...

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Watsonville, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Kawthar, and I am very passionate about providing care and service for your dearest furry friends. I live with 4 kids from ages 2-9, one Newfie, a chihuahua and two cats. From my year and a half of paid experience in pet sitting, I understand and respect that importance of placing your pets in reliable, safe, and...
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A Little Bit About Me

Watsonville, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello there! I've watched over my younger family members since I was in middle school and started getting paid for nannying at 16 (i'm 19 now). it seems like i've worked with kids for as long as I remember, and i've enjoyed every second! Im currently a student, and in my way to get my B. A in biology and hopefully go into...
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Watsonville, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Errands
I have 3 years experience with care giving and I am looking to work anytime fridays for now. I have some knowledge in dementia. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Also, I can do medication reminder. I am also enrolled in IHSS. Fully vaccinated and have the booster shot.
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Joyful And Patient Sitter

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
live-in home care
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I love to cook and have a lot of patience. I can adjust to any environment and can be trained for a different service as well. I am a pre-nursing student with a AS in health science and liberal arts
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Aromas, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Arianna I am 19 years old. I have a handful of experience caring for all ages ranging from new born to elderly, I have 7 siblings that I babysit as well my 6-month-old niece. My experience with young children has taught me how to engage them in fun, educational activities while also maintaining clear boundaries...
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Personal Assistant

Watsonville, CA

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Melisa. If you need assistance for your loved one I am able to help around the home, meal prep, getting groceries, dropping off or picking up a prescription from the pharmacy, picking up general items from the store then I am just a phone call away. If you live in Santa Cruz County around Watsonville, Aptos,...
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Experienced Dog Walker & Sitter

Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a dedicated and experienced dog walker committed to providing top-notch care for your furry companions. With a deep love for animals and a background in pet care, I not only take care of dogs I also have many years of experience with cats as well. I am thrilled to offer my services to ensure that your dog or cat receives...
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Part- Time Nanny/babysitter Available!

Capitola, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello my name is Hannah, I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Some of my responsibilities included: picking ups/drop offs and occasional meal prep. When I left for college, I got a job in retail as a sales associate. I really enjoyed working with my co-workers and I learned a number of skills: communication,...
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Personal Shopper

Watsonville, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hello my name is Melisa and available to do housekeeping in the mornings. Anything from doing laundry, cleaning any part your home, organizing your home. Life is getting busier by the day and we have all these errands to get done. This is where I come in and alleviate some of the to do things off your list. If you live in Santa...
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Aptos, CA

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$14/hr
I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate & loyal. I like caring for seniors because I feel that caring for others is a part of our journey and a huge blessing to do so. I'm looking for a job that I can utilize my skills & love for caring for others. I started caring for seniors when I was 19 years old. In my spare...
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Companion Caregiver

Watsonville, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Errands
respite care
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as honest, caring, energetic. I like caring for seniors because I like helping people. I like learning from the recipient and establishing a connection. I'm looking for a job that allows me to provide the recipient with companionship. I like to take the recipient places. I like to cook. I like to...
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Moss Landing, CA

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$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have some experience with pet sitting. I am very passionate about pets. I provide a range of services like walking, feeding, boarding, etc.
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Personal Shopper

Watsonville, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Life is getting busier by the day and we have all these errands to get done. This is where I come in and alleviate some of the to do things off your list. If you just don't have time or need assistance with running basic errands like getting groceries, dropping off or picking up a prescription from the pharmacy, picking up...
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Compassionate Senior Caregiver

Watsonville, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I have 7 years of experience in care giving Services I provide include light Housecleaning picking up prescriptions light laundry eating assistance cooking(no grocery shopping) bathing and showering (assistance) incontinence and toileting companionship
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Attentive Caregiver For Multiple Animal Types

San Martin, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Kaitlin and I am a Santa Cruz native. I've been pet and house sitting for many years and have many happy and returning customers! I have experience with various animals including dogs, cats, rodents and other small animals, fish and some limited reptile experience. Some things included with my care packages...
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Salinas, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have 14 years of experience as a nursing assistant at Skilled Nursing Facility/ Medical Center and 12 yrs doing Private Caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services for Doctor's Appointments, Managing Appointments, Managing Medicines, Taking them out driving around, Helping and assisting in physical Exercises, Taking...

Care Member says "Gerard is a dependable and experienced caregiver. He has helped care for my 81-year old father. He is a pleasure to work with and we feel fortunate to...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Freedom, CA

Therapy Dogs in Freedom, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Julia L.

What a pleasure to meet Julia. She has been so patient and kind working with me. She is dependable and on time, but the thing I like most...

- Diana W.

Darlene S.

I really liked meeting Darlene. She was real sweet to my senior dog and aware of all the challenges seniors have finding dependable...

- Melanie R.

Guadalupe A.

I just hired Guadalupe to take care of my mom and it went very well. She was very patient and gentle with my mom. She befriended her and...

- Allison Z.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Freedom, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in Freedom, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Freedom, CA is $26.00 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 Freedom, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Freedom, 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.

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

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