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Jasmine W.

Indian River, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
I have babysat a few children in the past for friends and family. I've been changing diapers since I was a teenager. I used to be the one who had to stay back and watch all the children at family events when I was a teen so I'd like to say I'm pretty experienced, especially after I had my own. I'm hoping to start my own daycare...
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Cna

Afton, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
hi, my name is marcy, I have several years of experience as a cna, nursing home. 4 years in home care, pre-op, post-op and rehabilitation. I am available for most needs, including, but not limited to; Medications, transportation, physical therapy ect.... I have a caring fun personality. I have several client references upon...
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Teacher, Childcare & Educational Services, Field Trips & Nature Excursions

Petoskey, MI

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a retired teacher providing in-home childcare and educational curricula services. My experiences have included working with both general education and special needs students. I lead a healthy, active lifestyle and enjoy planning engaging enrichment activities, nature excursions, field trips and participating in...

Michael M. says "We enjoyed working with Gay. She provided great care for our kids on the short notice. Highly recommended!"

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Neat Freak

Petoskey, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Attic cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I find great satisfaction in keeping a clean space and would love to offer my services to you in your home. I am happy to handle laundry, dishes, sweeping/mopping floors, counters, and etc.

Rick P. says "Rand was wonderful with my 3 dogs and 3 cats! He kept me updated, gave them their medicine, and sent me pictures periodically. I didn't have to worry at all...

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Petoskey, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi I'm Amie. I'm recently retired and so excited about the prospect of being of service to others. I have a special place in my heart for elders. I adored my parents and grandparents and was honored to help them through their latter years until they passed on. I'm fun, creative and compassionate. I can provide light...

Mike W. says "Amie was friendly, helpful, and reliable!"

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Speech Therapist

Petoskey, MI

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$75/hr
10 years experience
Reading tutor services in addition to speech, language and occupational therapy services at my practice location. Contact by email or phone to schedule a reading tutor session. Jill received her master's degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. She has been a pediatric speech and language pathologist for 20 years. She is...
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Petoskey, MI

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
oven cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as precise, organized, hardworking I like caring for homes because I am a clean freak and it is extremely satisfying to be in a clean home. Cleaning helps relax me and is my own type of therapy and alone time.
Amie C.'s Photo

Petoskey, MI

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$11/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Although I provide care to Seniors I can also provide dog/ cat sitting and walking services. I'm recently retired with a flexible schedule, dependable and responsible. I've shared my life with dogs and cats for over 40 years. They are a joy!
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Enthusiastic Home Care Assistant

Petoskey, MI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
My professional experience in the customer service industry is well-suited for the role of providing home care assistance. I have previously assisted with my own elderly family members in transitioning to assisted care/living, increasing accessibility, and general daily assistance. Additional experience - Home and Lawn care,...
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Physical Therapy Aide

Petoskey, MI

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
I was a physical therapy aid for a year at Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center. I have moved on to a different job since, but it's flexible and I miss working with the older community.
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Elderly/Medically Challenged Caregiver

Petoskey, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
In my professional life as a social worker I have cared for people across the life span. These individuals needed support due to physical, mental and/or social struggles. I have provided services through home health care, a hospital, mental health facilities and in 5 emergency departments. A recent position of six months was...
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Tutor/Reading/Math Specialist/(ESL) English As A Second Language Services- Former Teacher

Petoskey, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a former teacher and on-call substitute teacher for a Public Schools and Charm-Em ISD instructing students from ages Pre-K through 26 years old. I work with both General Education and Special Needs students. In past roles, I have served as an Academic Interventionist and provided remedial reading and math support to...
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Fun Service And Quality Care!

Petoskey, MI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Nataly and I am in search of a full time job to take care of your kiddos! I am a former CNA so I have lots of experiences taking care of people in a wide array of ages. My main experience is working with infants-10 years old! While most of my nannying has been done with my own family members, I am certain that...
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Cleaning .

Petoskey, MI

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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! We're Selena and Dalton, a reliable couple dedicated to providing exceptional housekeeping services. We own Great Lakes Cleaning Co, where we focus on delivering spotless homes and a hassle-free cleaning experience. With flexible scheduling options-weekly, bi-weekly, or one-time deep cleaning-we adapt to your household's...

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  • 14 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Indian River, MI

Therapy Dogs in Indian River, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 14 listed therapy dogs

Gay H.

We enjoyed working with Gay. She provided great care for our kids on the short notice. Highly recommended!

- Michael M.

Rand M.

Rand was wonderful with my 3 dogs and 3 cats! He kept me updated, gave them their medicine, and sent me pictures periodically. I didn't have...

- Rick P.

Amie C.

Amie was friendly, helpful, and reliable!

- Mike W.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Indian River, MI

To find a therapy dog near you in Indian River, 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 Indian River, MI is $11.00 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 Indian River, 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 Indian River, 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 Indian River, 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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