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Chloe M.

Art And Yoga Therapy

Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am in search of summer care (full time) then in the fall (part time) after school care/ flexible hours during school year- Here is my availability starting Aug 24th M/ W- 10:30am- 8 p.m. T- 1pm-8 p.m. Thur- 1pm- 5 p.m. Fri- 10:30am- 5 p.m. Sat- flex I charge $18-20 hourly. Ranges w/ duties/ number of children. For...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Madison! I live in Indianapolis, IN. I've worked with children both professionally and non professionally since 2015. For the duration of the pandemic I nannied for multiple families through Care, providing assistance with virtual schooling as well as any daily living skills and assisting with light cooking and...

Ernest O. says "Madison cared for my children and dog for a date night. She is very knowledgeable and has a calm, caring manner. My kids took to her immediately! She was...

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Indianapolis, IN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a medical student and looking for part-time jobs. I grew up with pets my while life and currently own two adorable cats, Juniper and Finnegan. Juniper is a certified therapy animal and goes into nursing home, libraries, etc to interact with people. Both cats are very friendly and LOVE other animals. I have experience dog...
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Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have over 18 years of hospital experience in pediatrics and adults, neurodevelopmental, respiratory therapy, emergency room, critical care, first aid, and resuscitation. I have been caring for children here in the United States for two and a half years. I also have four children who have also helped me gain experience caring...
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Indianapolis, IN

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$8/hr
3 years experience
As a dedicated pet sitter, I bring a caring and attentive approach to every furry friend I meet. With experience in providing enrichment and nurturing environments, I ensure pets feel safe, loved, and well-cared for in their owners' absence. My background in music therapy and early childhood development has strengthened my...
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Indianapolis, IN

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been a Cat "Mama" for the last 14 years, and volunteered at a local cat shelter. I have a therapy cat who visits nursing homes and various other places. I will come to your home, and make sure your little fur babies are safe, have food & clean water, and a clean litter box. I will care for them as I care for my own. Please,...
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Dog Walker/sitter

Indianapolis, IN

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Providing safe dog sitting, pop-in feeds/plays and walking services for dogs of all breeds, ages and demeanors.
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Baby/ Dog/ House Sitter

Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello Everyone! My name is Emma and I am currently a senior at Butler University studying human movement and health sciences. I have many years of babysitting, dog sitting, and house sitting under my belt and I have enjoyed all of my experiences so far with these areas. I also work part time as a Physical Therapy Tech and...
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Senior Care Provider

Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
Companionship
personal care
specialized care
I am currently in school for Occupational Therapy and have observed many various scenarios of therapy and senior care. As this is my field of study, I feel very comfortable assisting you in daily tasks.
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Indianapolis, IN

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$20/hr
Hello, my name is Gina. I am a current graduate student in an occupational therapy program. I have a bachelor's degree in kinesiology. I have had previous experience with tutoring in volunteer settings, and have worked with children with special needs in pediatric therapy settings. I am excited to help with elementary math,...
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Indianapolis, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Laura, and I am a 2nd year physical therapy student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at IU-Indianapolis. I have several years of experience babysitting kids ages 3-13. I also used to tutor kids at Kumon, and I have taught swim lessons for kids as well. I'm interested in helping out a family with child...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
Hello! I am looking for a part-time care position. I am very interested in pursuing geriatric physical therapy as I enter physical therapy school next year. I have volunteered in several nursing homes working with elderly individuals, visiting with them, and helping them carryout some tasks. Please contact me if your family...
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Indianapolis, IN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
I am currently a physical therapy student in my last year of school! I am traveling around for clinical rotations right now and love to help families in need while I am traveling! I have also had a rotation within a nursing home and given personal therapy to folks within their home! Please feel free to reach out with any...
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Live-in Nanny, Willing To Help With House Work

Indianapolis, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! For the past 15 years I have worked in the field of child development and education. My scope ranges from providing behavior therapy , parent coaching/support, and speech services to neurodivergent youth & their families to teaching pre-k. I'm going back to school in the fall (August 2025) to earn a masters of social...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available, Flexible Schedule

Indianapolis, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am currently in Physical Therapy school and am looking for a part time position in child or senior care. I have experience nannying and babysitting for ages 1+, and have cared for nieces and nephews as infants. I have experience working in nursing home rehab and in physical therapy clinics with all ages. I am continuously...

Christine G. says "Hire her immediately. Hannah was incredible with our 1.5 year old. She was attentive, personable, and professional. She engaged with the little one and...

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Indianapolis, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I worked 11 years in the service dog industry and the proud mom of a cross golden - Labrador retriever. I 'puppy raised' three pups that went on to become a service dog. Puppy raising starts at 8 weeks till 12-16 weeks old. Early skills taught are crate training, getting their attention, teaching them to touch, not jump on...
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ABA

Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
Former ABA therapist experience in daily customized one on one therapy, providing guidance to patience with the intentions of helping alter behaviors in a progressive way, utilizing key communication skills.
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Indianapolis, IN

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm a fun-loving and dependable recent college graduate with years of experience caring for children from those in my church community to neighborhood families. I'm CPR certified, a certified PCA, and recently earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy, which gives me additional knowledge in health and safety. I'm happy...
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Loving Sitter

Indianapolis, IN

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$8/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Jenna. I am available for pet care & housesitting needs! I have been providing services since high school and am now a law student. Having had both dogs and cats in the past, I know the love they need! I have experience from day jobs to week long sitting jobs. I am familiar with wet and dry food, dog walking, litter box...
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Occupatioanl Terapy Student

Indianapolis, IN

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$15/hr
I've worked with children and teens for the last 3 years at a YMCA summer camp as an overnight counselor. I am also a current occupational therapy student at Indiana University Indianapolis studying to get my doctoral degree in occupational therapy! I have experience with children and teens with ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder,...
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  • 268 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.23/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Indianapolis, IN

To find a therapy dog near you in Indianapolis, IN, 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 Indianapolis, IN is $19.23 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 Indianapolis, IN. 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 Indianapolis, IN, 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 Indianapolis, IN, 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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