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Raynah G.

Daily,weekly, Monthly Care Needs To All

Howard City, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
Dedicated and compassionate pet care giver with a genuine love for animals seeking to provide exceptional care and companionship to pets and their owners. Experience: - Provided general grooming and bathing - Managed daily feeding schedules, ensuring pets received proper nutrition. - Conducted regular exercise and playtime...

Marc L. says "Raynah is caring, efficient and very professional. She met with me to discuss and collaborate on my housekeeping and home care needs and worked to develop...

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Expert In Challenging Behavior And Life-skills Development

Sand Lake, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with DD, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a live-in behavior...

Rebecca S. says "I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September 2020. The...

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Personal Assistant

Sand Lake, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
I am a professional personal assistant who specializes in organizational tasks such as kitchen clean outs/stocks, clothing and closet clean outs and organization/separation, Laundry services, meal prep and planning, and so much more! I love helping people simplify day to day tasks in order to help people have more time for...
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Expert Caregiver- Quality Of Life Focus

Sand Lake, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
dementia
light cleaning
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with developmental disabilities, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a...
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Experienced Caregiver- Skill Development Focus

Sand Lake, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with developmental disabilities, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a...
Pet transportation
pet walking
Hello there, my name is Sue. I am newly retired, but not ready to be a couch potato I have had a dog my entire 66 years of life. I probably like dogs more than people , after doing 40+ years of customer service! I would like to keep moving, while supplementing my social security. I am a young 66. Your pup would receive love and...
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Rockford, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. Loved helping and caring for the elderly with their needs. Meals, meds, doctors appointments etc. believe it's a benefit for family to have trusted care . Alzheimer's, Dementia, Sundowners etc has been my area of experience.

Angela C. says "So great as a caregiver! Makes amazing meals and genuinely cares for her clients."

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Greenville, MI

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Over 13 years of house/pet sitting exp. I have references upon hire. I have exp. with Dogs, Cats, Ferret's, Bunnies, Cockatoos, Geckos and Fresh & Salt Water Fish. I have cared for young and senior pets. I have worked with eye drops and ointments, pills, and vitamins, and injections. While I'm sitting for your pet(s) I will...

Therese C. says "Lisa house/pet sits for us when we go on vacation. We have a dog, three cats, a parrot and a large salt water fish tank. She does an amazing job caring...

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Friendly Face

Greenville, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
personal care
dementia
live-in home care
I have a wide range of medical experience and a positive and caring attitude to match! My work history includes EMT, physical therapist aide, home health aide and CNA. My personal hobbies include outdoor activities and arts and crafts, specifically painting and sewing. I am a young, caring and professional individual that would...
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Fine Motor Promoter

Gowen, MI

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Anna! I recently graduated from the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Grand Rapids Community College. I'd love to help kids with fine motor skills such as handwriting, drawing, safely cutting with scissors, coloring, painting, crafts, and more! Message me if you're interested.
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Fun Teacher

Big Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I am a Head Start Pre-K teacher, looking for some extra fun time with little's on the weekends. I have 15+ years working in child care/ teaching, through the Department of Defense Education Activity, Army Child and Youth Services and Head Start. Having 4 grown or nearly grown children of my own, I recall the days where it was...
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Reliable Caretaker With Years Of Experience

Gowen, MI

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have experience in long term care facilities, home care, and hospitals! I am a CNA and an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have enjoyed working with people of all ages. I am certified in CPR and can take vitals. Message me if interested!
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Fun, Caring Caregiver

Greenville, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been a certified medical assistant for over 20 years currently taking classes to finish my RN degree. I have worked ER, Urgent care, Pain management, and Family Practice and currently been doing home care for a patient that needs total care/ hospice care. I have found doing this type of work to be very rewarding. I can...
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Greenville, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
window washing
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I worked for three years as a restoration specialist providing deep cleaning services for clients who had experienced disasters in their homes such as fires and floods.
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In-Home Caregiver

Rockford, MI

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
10+ years of compassionate caregiving in hospital and home settings Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Spinal Cord Injury Support Hospice Care & End of Life Support Oncology Care Physical and Occupational Therapy Support Pre and Postoperative Support
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Cleaning Specailist

Trufant, MI

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$17/hr
Carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Dedicated and reliable house cleaner with over 5 years of experience in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in residential settings. Proven ability to deliver meticulous cleaning services, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing, while tailoring tasks to meet individual client needs. Known...
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Neat Freak

Rockford, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced and reliable house cleaning professional dedicated to creating spotless, organized, and welcoming spaces. Known for attention to detail, efficiency, and personalized service to meet each client's unique needs. Passionate about helping busy individuals and families maintain clean, stress-free homes!
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Experienced House Cleaner Available On All Weekdays.

Rockford, MI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
oven cleaning
kitchen cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been professionally cleaning homes for 3 1/2 years. I am very detailed and efficient. General cleaning services include vacuuming, dusting, bathrooms, floors, and kitchen. I will also deep clean houses (walls, windows, cupboards, oven, fridge, etc.) When requested. I am looking for a couple of houses to clean on a...
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In Home Caregiver

Rockford, MI

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have approx 6 years of experience. I can help with companionship, transportation services, medication, bathing, and all of your Home Care along with anything you may need. I am happy to be a care giver for your family member in any way. I have helped clients and family members through Hospice and I worked for my last family...
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Big Rapids, MI

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated childcare provider with 10 years of experience in nurturing and educating children of various ages. My passion for fostering their growth and development has driven me to pursue early child development coursework, CPR training, and First Aid training. My patient and calm personality, coupled with my creativity...

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  • 25 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Howard City, MI

Therapy Dogs in Howard City, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 25 listed therapy dogs

Raynah G.

Raynah is caring, efficient and very professional. She met with me to discuss and collaborate on my housekeeping and home care needs and...

- Marc L.

Cassie B.

I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September...

- Rebecca S.

Deborah R.

So great as a caregiver! Makes amazing meals and genuinely cares for her clients.

- Angela C.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Howard City, MI

To find a therapy dog near you in Howard City, MI, 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 Howard City, MI is $20.00 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 Howard City, MI. 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 Howard City, MI, 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 Howard City, MI, 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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