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Madeline M.

Outgoing, Experienced Sitter

Elkridge, MD

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am a doctoral student at Towson University studying Occupational Therapy. I hope to become a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and work with children with disabilities after I graduate. I have 10 years of experience working with children as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, school aide, etc. Much of...

Michele P. says "Madeline was a teacher for a child with special needs in a program that I run. Madeline worked with a student with Autism, who was new to our program....

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Summer Babysitter

Catonsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Maddie and I'm looking to be a babysitter this summer! I am a senior at Towson University and majoring in Occupational Therapy. I have been babysitting for seven years so I have plenty of experience. I am First Aid and CPR certified and worked as a lifeguard and pool manager for the past five summers. I have my own...

Kate C. says "Maddie watched our three kids on vacation and they absolutely loved her! She was on time, attentive, and even packed her swimsuit everyday so she could take...

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Brooklyn, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I have my own cleaning service have been in the business for 15+ years. I do home cleaning, commercial cleaning and moving in and out cleaning.

Katherine S. says "Sandra has been invaluable to my household. She has been with us for weekly cleaning for over 6 months. She does exceptional work, is friendly,...

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Housekeeper

Columbia, MD

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I am a well experience housekeeper, detail oriented, reliable, accountable and very organized. I'm available to help you in your cleaning needs. I know you will be please with the kind of work you will receive because I like to do it with the best of my abilities and at the same time you are being such a great blessing in my...

Kathleen K. says "Claudia worked for my family as a housekeeper for 1 year. We are moving away and sad we can't take her with us! She helped with cleaning, laundry,...

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Energetic, Patient, Reliable, Dependable And Honest.

Laurel, MD

4.5(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experienced and dedicated nanny with 6 years of expertise in caring for children from newborn to pre-teen. My comprehensive services include: - Childcare: Providing a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children to thrive - Household support: Managing laundry, meal preparation, and light housekeeping duties related to...

Quiana H. says "A sweetheart & very nurturing. She cared for my son so sweetly and was so warm to him. We would keep using her if we didn't have a change in our schedule....

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Domestic CLeaning Experience- Dedicated To Service Excellence

Brooklyn, MD

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
+ 1 more
Competent and dependable housekeeper with experience in private residences. Valued for impeccable standards in maintaining a clean, sanitized, tidy and pleasant environment for clients. Licensed and Insured. Fully customizable services to fit your needs. Reliable Transportation, Scheduling Flexibility, Can bring own cleaning...

Care Member says "Jessica is great. I didn't have to give her a precise list of what I needed done. She comes in, and sees what needs to be done and does it both...

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Experienced Housekeeper Available And Sitter Part-time

Elkridge, MD

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 44 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
attic cleaning
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my names is susan. I will like to offer you my service I'm experience in housekeeping. Available with flexible hours and weekends if necessary. I like having the opportunity to clean thoroughly and make sure everything is organized and tidy. I provide deed cleaning. Am hard-working, respectable and responsible. Am pet...

Jessica H. says "We love Susan so much, she is incredible!! It’s a joy seeing her each week. She is meticulous and leaves the house spotless. "

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Glen Burnie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
My name is Leobella from Glen Burnie MD. I am a hard working, honest and kind person. You can hire me because of my attitude, you can always teach me skills. I can provide character references if needed. My work experiences here in USA are as follows: Private Caregiver - Catonsville MD, Sept 2023 up to present Private...

Roberta S. says "She is always happy. Gets seniors motivated to move about if they can. Utilizes therapy skills to assist seniors in arthritis pain relief. She does light...

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Dietitian/Food Service Management Fun Sitter And Smile Creatot

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
meal prep
personal care
I have 10 Plus years experience with seniors. Cooking meals according to dietary requirements. Perform Daily grooming including bathing , dressing , toileting needs. Light housekeeping as needed . Companionship I love spending time with seniors and supporting their daily needs. Shopping and run errands.

Gaby C. says "Debra was a nighttime caregiver for my father recovering from a stroke. She had previous experience working with brain injury survivors and was very kind...

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Student Who Has A Passion For Kids

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, My name is Colleen and I have my Bachelor's in Cybersecurity. Previously, I worked at UMMS in Baltimore City as an Ophthalmic Technician. I have been working in the medical field for about 4 years now. I am CPR/BLS certified, I also have completed my 40 hour certification for RBT (autism therapy). I have personal and...

Lauren J. says "Colleen has been our Beforecare provider and she has been excellent. Great communication, reliability, and trustworthiness. She’s very flexible and great...

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ESL Tutor

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Mara. I actually have another profile for childcare and have great reviews and relationships with all of my clients. When it comes to learning I am very compassionate and understanding. Patience is key when learning a new subjects or reviewing material. I would be a perfect fit if you're a family with children...

Care Member says "Teacher Mara was assigned for such a difficult work for two young students from Korea; Mara was patient, creative, and diligent to accomplish the goal -...

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Curtis Bay, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Abigail and I aspire to be a Singer and a translator. With my Trinity Designs Face Painting & Makeup business I see hundreds of kids for every event that I'm at. The best part about face painting is, I get to see the children's faces light up after their faces transform into a tiger, unicorn, and or a butterfly...

Rachel F. says "Abby has been our wonderful part time nanny for our 2-year-old daughter for about 5 months. She is punctual, reliable and very trustworthy. She is very...

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Detailed, Honest And Flexible

Glen Burnie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Shannon here and I have 6 plus years of housekeeping/cleaning experience (not including being a "housekeeper in my home to my 2 kids, oops... I mean my husband & 1 child haha) I worked as a housekeeper for 2 years and also owned a very small, local, housecleaning company that we stopped due to my pregnancy & moving. I...

Alyse H. says "Shannon has a keen attention to detail and helped with everything I needed in a timely manner"

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About Me

Catonsville, MD

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
My name is Julia and I primarily have experience with dogs! I am new to care. com, but I have house/pet sat in the past on multiple occasions! I would describe myself as outgoing, kind, and creative. I have two dogs myself (one Pitmix and one Black Mouth Cur), but also have experience caring for cats as well. When I was in my...
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Elkridge, MD

from
$22/hr
4 years experience
My name is Ashley and I provide pet sitting and dog walking services with no breed or size restrictions! I have 3 years experience working in a pet boarding/daycare facility and 1 year pet sitting/walking. I look forward to caring for your pet(s)!
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Special Needs Caregiver

Baltimore, MD

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with individuals with disabilities since 2014. I've worked in early intervention (ages 0-3), school age, middle school, high school, and adults. I am currently a social worker at a school for learning disabilities. In the past I have worked in behavioral therapy and developmental therapy. More recently I was a...
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Graduate Art Therapy Student, Looking For Both Regular And Occasional Child Care And Pet Care Work

Baltimore, MD

from
$25/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked with children ranging in ages from 2-month-old to 18 years old since 2014. Prior to that I would watch my cousins during the summers and occasionally watch neighbors's kids. I am currently in graduate school working towards a masters in Art therapy. I am passionate about helping kids develops emotional regulation...
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Catonsville, MD

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I am currently an Occupational Therapy student getting my masters at Towson University and I am looking to babysit in my free time! I did some babysitting in high school for neighbors/friends and would love to start again. I'd describe my personality as creative, outgoing, and kind. I worked in healthcare (hospital patient...
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Sniffing Adventures!

Jessup, MD

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
I have been in the pet care industry for 20 years. Working at a doggy dare care center, owning an all natural pet store and pet sitting/walking. I have a small Pet Sitting service, caring for a small number of dogs and cats. I would love to meet your companion animal and see if I am a good fit for your family.
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Experienced And Eager Sitter

Glen Burnie, MD

from
$16/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 22-year-old Physical Therapy Student with 8 years of experience of ages 2 weeks old to 13 years old. I am currently a Physical Therapy Student and was placed in Maryland for my 3 month clinical rotation and looking to fill my days off with babysitting. I was a division 2 student athlete at University of the Sciences (now...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.55/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Hanover, MD

Therapy Dogs in Hanover, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Madeline M.

Madeline was a teacher for a child with special needs in a program that I run. Madeline worked with a student with Autism, who was new to...

- Michele P.

Maddie M.

Maddie watched our three kids on vacation and they absolutely loved her! She was on time, attentive, and even packed her swimsuit everyday...

- Kate C.

Sandra A.

Sandra has been invaluable to my household. She has been with us for weekly cleaning for over 6 months. She does exceptional work, is...

- Katherine S.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Hanover, MD

To find a therapy dog near you in Hanover, MD, 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 Hanover, MD is $28.55 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 Hanover, MD. 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 Hanover, MD, 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 Hanover, MD, 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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