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Vanessa J.

Fruitland Park, FL

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi All! I have 19 years of experience in helping people live happier and healthier -- that's at the heart of everything I've done and will do. I am a nurse, but I LOVE childcare and have availability for one-time evening or weekend needs. I'm available for childcare, senior care, companion care, home sitting, pet sitting,...
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Fruitland Park, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi All! I have 19 years of experience in helping people live happier and healthier -- that's at the heart of everything I've done and will do. I am a nurse, but I LOVE childcare and have 6 kids of my own. I'm available for childcare, senior care, companion care, home sitting, pet sitting, nursing care, and other holistic health...

Care Member says "“Vanessa demonstrates exceptional nurturing and compassion toward both children and her patients. I have seldom encountered someone as deeply committed...

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Nurse Nessa

Fruitland Park, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi All! I have 19 years of experience in helping people live happier and healthier -- that's at the heart of everything I've done and will do. I am a nurse, but I LOVE childcare and have 6 kids of my own. I'm available for childcare, senior care, companion care, home sitting, pet sitting, nursing care, and other holistic health...
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Registered Nurse Providing Childcare, Senior Care, Medical Care, Home & Pet Sitting

Fruitland Park, FL

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$35/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi All! I have 19 years of experience in helping people live happier and healthier -- that's at the heart of everything I've done and will do. I am a nurse, but I LOVE childcare and have availability for one-time evening or weekend needs. I'm available for childcare, senior care, companion care, home sitting, pet sitting,...
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Nursing Student Available To Teach Study Skills And Provide Academic Coaching

Fruitland Park, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi All! I have 19 years of experience in helping people live happier and healthier -- that's at the heart of everything I've done and will do. I am a nurse, but I LOVE childcare and have availability for one-time evening or weekend needs. I'm available for childcare, senior care, companion care, home sitting, pet sitting,...
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Spic And Span

Wildwood, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dusting
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Love cleaning and making a house feel like a home. Used to work for a professional cleaning service. Grew up on a farm and dealt with the dirtiest of jobs with no troubles. The best feeling is the feeling of a clean home and I would enjoy helping others with this task.
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Nanny / Childcare / Home Help : Experienced In Multiples, Infants, Swim Lessons, Tutoring, Etc

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
My experience includes personal in home childcare for families with 1-4 children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years of age; including care of infant twins, cooking/meal prep, swim lessons, homework help/tutoring, allergies/dietary restrictions, elderly care, pets, and caring for individuals with mild disabilities....

Care Member says " Caitlyn has been a wonderful nanny for our family. We have 3 kids (2, 5, 7) that can be a handful at times and she has always done a superb job. She...

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Sweet Companion, Certified Home Health Aide

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I'm a certified Home Health Aide with a squeaky clean record. I'm dependable, punctual and sweet. My experience includes feeding, transportation, pet care, medication prompting, and helping with physical therapy. I have a 4-door sedan for transportation. I love taking care of people and giving of myself. I love animals.

Care Member says "Ann has shown great care with my parents. Always punctual and communicates well. "

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Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
home modification
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my passion. For the last eight years, I've been privileged to support adults and seniors, honoring their independence and well-being. My high school education provided a solid foundation for this work. I provide home health, personal care, and dementia care services. I'm known for my...

Michael L. says "Melissa is an amazing person. I looked forward to her daily visits because she was not only extremely helpful for a very needy patient - she is also a...

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Caring Educator

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am an Educator with 34 years experience, who loves working with Seniors in my spare time. Although I'm in education, I pride myself on working with Seniors, as well as children. I've worked with the developmentally delayed, and some physical impaired. I've cared for bedridden seniors, assisting with bathing, dressing, as well...

Michael C. says "Fonteshe is wonderful, caring and professional. She did a fantastic job helping with dementia care and HHA duties for my bed bound mom. Excellent...

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Trained Vet Tech

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I would love to help you with your pet. You will not find a more dedicated pet friend than I am! In 2013 and 2014 I trained with the Humane Society and led a veterinary team in Micronesia. I have experience with basic pet health, emergency services and with training. I have 2 cats, 4 fish and a crayfish and have had...

Mary L. says "I hired Ann to take care of my spoiled furry children which were 3 dogs and one very spoiled Red Kangaroo. Even though taking care of a kangaroo was new to...

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Caregiver

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Lizett. I have 15 years of experience in the caregiving community and I enjoy working with elders very much. I have experience with various kinds of elderly patients. I am CPR and CHHA certified, have experience with medication management, physical therapy, bathing and all general care. I've volunteered in elder...

Susan G. says "Lizett has a "gift". She temporarily helped with our 96 year old Mom during April due a sudden & unexpected lapse in availability of caregivers. She was...

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The Villages, FL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with 8+ years of healthcare experience, including primary care and internal medicine supporting elderly patients. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility support, patient education, and monitoring overall well-being. Experienced in clinical procedures such as...
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Lady Lake, FL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
Provided excellent customer service by addressing guest requests and maintaining a friendly attitude. Performed daily cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and sanitizing rooms and common areas.
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The Villages, FL

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$14/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Fatima, and I'm a dependable, caring, and experienced animal sitter. I truly love animals and treat every pet as if they were my own -- with patience, respect, and lots of affection. I am responsible, always on time, and very flexible with schedules. I understand how important routine, comfort, and trust are...
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Weirsdale, FL

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$19/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
hospice services
dementia
I have experience in home care. I've had clients from companion assist to full range of care, I'm certified & currently work as an independent caregiver. Very thorough care & compassion. I treat my clients as if they are family. I do not transport but I've taken clients to Dr visits & ran errands for them in their own personal...
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Pamela D.'s Photo

The Villages, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced LPN with Alzheimer's and Dementia training. CPR certified. I offer services which include medication management, help with ADL's, transportation to appointments and meal prep.
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Help Needed

The Villages, FL

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$15/hr
My experience is many years of customer service. Great attitude. Receptive to work challenges. Positive attitude
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Jennifer P.'s Photo

Weirsdale, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Dog training
grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
I wanted to tell you a bit about myself so that you may make an informed decision about my possible employment. I was raised on and around northern farms. So I am accustomed to all kinds of animals and caring for them at 19 years old. I married a marine and volunteered to service to the USMC for 6 years. I was posted over a...
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Jada Z.'s Photo

Leesburg, FL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Vacuuming and/or mopping
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
I am a reliable and detail oriented house cleaner with over five years of experience providing residential cleaning services. I take pride in creating clean, organized, and comfortable living spaces while respecting each family's home and privacy. My experience includes routine and deep cleaning, kitchens and bathrooms,...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.80/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Fruitland Park, FL

Therapy Dogs in Fruitland Park, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Vanessa J.

“Vanessa demonstrates exceptional nurturing and compassion toward both children and her patients. I have seldom encountered someone as...

- Care member

Caitlyn R.

Caitlyn has been a wonderful nanny for our family. We have 3 kids (2, 5, 7) that can be a handful at times and she has always done a...

- Care member

Ann B.

Ann has shown great care with my parents. Always punctual and communicates well.

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Fruitland Park, FL

To find a therapy dog near you in Fruitland Park, FL, 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 Fruitland Park, FL is $22.80 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 Fruitland Park, FL. 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 Fruitland Park, FL, 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 Fruitland Park, FL, 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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