Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Grand Island, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Grand Island, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Grand Island, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 3 years
Therapy dogs in Grand Island, NY
4.5
(2)
I have been a Caregiver for over 20 yrs. Most years were spent working at Aspire as a Rehabilitation Aide. I than went on to provide care to others privately. My services consist of showering, cleaning, running errands, and Great Companionship.
Sprina can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"She is caring and takes a personal interest in her patients. She works with a team of home care providers and makes sure that shifts are covered if someone calls in sick.She kept us apprised of any problems that arose. She went out of her way to help us get our...
Elisabeth Z.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Taylor! I have done some tutoring services. I can provide great service , and provide tutoring services in your home , a coffee shop, school, or anywhere that is convenient. I also have games that can be played to help with certain subjects and certain grades!
Katrina R.
Buffalo, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Older, Experienced, Reliable Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with developmentally disabled children and adults for over 20 years. I am a certified occupational therapy assistant who has 18 years experience working in group homes and 3 years experience working in an elementary school with special education and general education students. I'm looking for a change of pace...
Katrina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katrina is wonderful! She has watched my toddler multiple times and does an excellent job. She is very reliable and punctual."
Sarah D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Kara!
I am passionate about caregiving and love being around people : ) Having a positive attitude and patience are extremely important. With 16 years of experience taking care of infants and toddlers, disabled persons, and the elderly being a natural caregiver brings me great joy . I graduated with my...
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our first experience with Kara was amazing! She took to my children immediately and they really had a great time. She also cleaned and organized some things around the house which was a nice treat! We will definitely be working with Kara again!!"
Jillian W.
Leah S.
Buffalo, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Over the years, I have developed a strong passion for working with children. For seven years, I was a volunteer baton twirling coach; teaching girls ages 6-18 how to twirl and eventually bringing them to local and state competitions to compete. I graduated from University at Buffalo with a BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family hired Leah as a recurring weekend daytime sitter for our son when he was 10-13 months old. She's warm, kind, and knowledgeable about early childhood development.
As busy parents, we appreciate that she's reliable, communicates in advance if we need to...
Margo D.
Mackenzie D.
Buffalo, NY
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mackenzie; I am currently a full-time nanny/house manager located in Buffalo, New York! I pride myself on being knowledgeable about the ins and outs of childcare and how to keep a home running while staying organized and tackle any messes along the way! Currently available for weekend babysitting to help...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Provided after school care for my 3 boys and also helped with getting them to and from various activities/sports. She has an honest love for kids and allows me to have peace of mind while I'm away. I know they are well taken care of."
Amy H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Fun Fact: my photo used to be used for the care app ! I do a lot of modeling and stock photography is something I've gotten really good at! I'm a creative person but am very meticulous in my work.
I have 2 years of experience as a housekeeper for local hotels, as well as cleaning residential and commercial property. I can...
Taysha can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"I thought Taysha did a very nice job. She started cleaning my home initially then moved on to my 1 rental property because she did a great job. She enjoys organizing and has great attention to detail. I trust her in my home and around my family. I do not wish to...
Daniel W.
Rose J.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My Journey began in a nursing home, where I dedicated seven years to providing care, support, and companionship to our residents. Then I transitioned to homecare and private care. It's here that I discovered the impact of personalized, one-on-one care, and I've never looked back. I hold certifications as both Home Health Aide...
Rose can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Rose was a pleasure to work with. She is very compassionate and skilled. Very reliable and would work with her again in a hear beat."
Kathleen W.
Nicole B.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Bring Joy And Laughter & I Am A Dependable And Trustworthy Women With A Huge Heart
5.0
(1)
I have 15 years experience as a qualified caregiver creating a healing atmosphere. My purpose is offering hands on outstanding companion & personal care services. In addition, I assist my clients with all aspects of daily living, personal care, medical management. I have experience working with all type of clients Dementia,...
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Wonderful, caring, patient, person. Has made my family so happy."
Doris P.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking to provide a childcare service. I love kids and have lots of experience working with them! I have 7 years of childcare experience. I have worked in a youth organization as a senior counselor. I am CPR and First aid certified. I have been a live in Nanny. I have also been a regular nanny for the past year. I had an...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie took care of our son from 4-18 months. She is dependable, flexible and very smart. She was able to work with our son from when he was just taking pumped milk to eating solids and beyond. She is always active with him also.
Highly recommend! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the health care field for 15 years. I have experience in all geriatric levels of care from independent/ assistive, skilled nursing and memory loss. I can provide all services such as light house keeping, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal prep, transportation, med assistance, companion ship and so on.
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Alexis H. provided several years of care-giving services for my mother who had dementia. Her credentials were excellent with many years of experience as a professional care giver. Over time, as my mother's disease progressed, additional care givers were needed to...
Care member
Leah L.
Buffalo, NY
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My Name Is Leah, I Am 21 Years Old And Am Looking Forward To Helping You And Your Beloved Pets!
Hi! I am in college with a bachelors in animal assisted therapy, I am looking for part time work I can do on the side. I would love to help you and your pets.
I'd describe my personality as introverted, empathetic, kind.
I like working with animals because it's my passion! I want to one day work in wildlife rehabilitation.
Leah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Leah is caring, prompt, compassionate and kind. "
Care member
Reach out if you need any assistance with your pet! I love animals, dogs especially and would love to help out. I am a graduate school student and am busy so I can't have a pet of my own but would love to help you care for yours :) let me know if you are interested and/or are in need of services.
Audrey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, dog training, grooming, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I am an avid pet lover offering services including but not limited to sitting, walking, feeding, providing meds, cleanup, and more. I have experience with dogs and cats primarily but am open to caring for whatever pets you have.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
I have cared for and had animals my whole life. I have had animals from fish all the way to my labador retriever!! I have cared for my dog ever since she was a 4-week-old puppy. Let me know how I can help you with your pet needs! I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can provided a walking service, daycare or out of town stays!
Ashley can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Allison and I am currently a Grad Student at the University at Buffalo for Speech Language Pathology (i. e. speech therapy). Previously I attended Binghamton University where I received a BA in Psychology and Theater. I have over 10 years of childcare experience both at the YMCA and as a theatre mentor with In...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Devan R.
Tonawanda, NY
$14-19/hr
Hello, my name is Devan and I am a college graduate. My experience with errands includes working with a grocery delivery service. Additionally, I am more than capable of assisting with any services that are required. Please let me know if you would like any specific information. I look forward to hearing from you!
I have over 4 years of experience in child care, including full-time care, toddlers, infants, multiples, transportation services, outdoor/pool supervision, as well as help with housekeeping and schedule maintenance.
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Emily B.
Buffalo, NY
$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Tutor Available During Afterschool Hours!
Experienced nanny/tutor with Monday to Friday availability from 4 p.m. to 8:30PM, as well as Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. I have a degree in social work/human services from UB and past paid work experience as a Teacher Assistant at The Summit Center, Aspire of Western New York and the Ken-Ton School District. I'm...
Hello! My name is Gina and I am a 26-year-old graduate student studying Occupational Therapy at D'Youville College. Friends and colleagues would describe me as personable, fun-loving, dependable, organized, and creative. I have a very flexible schedule, and would love part time work, and to spend time with some awesome kiddos!!
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Grand Island, NY
Sprina G.
4.0
She is caring and takes a personal interest in her patients. She works with a team of home care providers and makes sure that shifts are covered if someone calls in sick.She kept us apprised of any problems that arose. She went out of her way to help us get our charge, her patient, settled into an...
- Elisabeth Z.
Katrina R.
5.0
Katrina is wonderful! She has watched my toddler multiple times and does an excellent job. She is very reliable and punctual.
- Sarah D.
Kara K.
5.0
Kara was a wonderful sitter for my daughter and son. She was kind, attentive, played with them, and cleaned up. I would defy recommend her to anyone looking for a nanny.
- Care member
Leah S.
5.0
Our family hired Leah as a recurring weekend daytime sitter for our son when he was 10-13 months old. She's warm, kind, and knowledgeable about early childhood development.
As busy parents, we appreciate that she's reliable, communicates in advance if we need to adjust scheduled times because...
- Margo D.
Mackenzie D.
5.0
Mackenzie is great. Full stop. She regularly takes care of my two very active boys (age 3 and 6). They love her. Always get a thorough report when I come home about what has happened, what they ate, etc. I really appreciate her flexibility, also, and she is very easy to work with! Very thoughtful...
- Thomas A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Grand Island, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Grand Island, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Grand Island, NY, 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 Grand Island, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Grand Island, NY is $18.67 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 Grand Island, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Grand Island, NY. 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 Grand Island, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Grand Island, NY, 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 Grand Island, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Grand Island, NY, 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 Grand Island, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Grand Island, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.