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Melissa K.

Islip, NY

from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Melissa and I am a graduate of Suffolk County Community College with a Liberal Arts Degree. I work in a physical therapy office and I'm looking for some babysitting side work. I've been babysitting for families since I was 14 years old. I have a 9-year-old nephew I've taken care of since he was born and also have...
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Kimberlee D.

Housekeeper/Caregiver

Islip, NY

from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Kim! I am a dedicated and experienced housekeeper with a passion for creating clean and organized living spaces. With 3 years in the industry, I take pride in my meticulous approach to housekeeping. I believe in the power of a spotless home. From dusting and vacuuming to polishing and organizing, I like to...
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Nancy K.

Let Me Take Care Of Your Furry Children When You Can't!

Islip, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Do you need someone to take care of Fluffy or Fido while you are away? Let me do it! I have a dog and three cats of my own. Sorry I do not offer any services in my home - but I can come to yours!
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Raquel G.

Islip, NY

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$19/hr
5 years experience
General room cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience in cleaning houses, I use to work for MarryMaids and get trained for them to give my clients a professional cleaning services, I love my job and I like my clients to be happy. I work as my side jobe on weekend cleaning houses on my own and have many clients happy, they has been with my service since...
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Nancy K.

Baby Sitter Available

Islip, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a working professional and am available for babysitting. I work from home and have a flexible schedule. I am very comfortable with pets. My ideal situation would be a long term gig during the day for one family with full-time hours but am open to other opportunities. I have been working in the higher education...

Nancy K. says "Nancy is a godsend!!! She helped me with a lot of things at home. I have my elderly father who just started living with me, my furry kids and my...

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Wendy M.

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Victoria K.

Lake Grove, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
Hey Parents and Family, My name is Victoria and I'm taking my master's degree in Early Childhood Education at LIU. I'm looking for a part time job in the morning. I took care of several happy children ages newborn - 6 years old. My responsibilities with the kids were tummy time, sensory play with safe objects, driving them to...

Care Member says "Vicky worked for our family during a couple weekends and the kids simply LOVE her! She’s active, very organized and is always on top of everything. She...

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Kim S.

Passionate & Caring Educator

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Sorry. I am not providing tutoring services at this time, however if you need assistance with young children, then check out my childcare page! Hello! My name is Kim and I am very passionate about teaching. I am a patient and caring educator whom strives to meet the emotional and academic needs of all of my students. I hold...

Ayalet L. says "Kim has been my daughters tutor for a little over a year and my daughter has learned a great deal from Mrs. Kim. Kim is not only responsible but always...

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Brianna R.

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Bri. If you're in need of a dependable babysitter with years of experience in childcare, I'm here to help. I can provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children, helping with activities, meals, and homework. I have certifications in First Aid and CPR. I also have a degree in Illustration and a love for all...

Care Member says "She's amazing with the kids and a hard worker. I super appreciate all the help she gives me and her schedule has been flexible because my shift keeps...

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Whitney K.

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm an incredibly compassionate and energetic individual who adores children and is seeking the ideal nanny position. I have over 12+ years of experience and mostly with infants and toddles but I do have experience with all ages. A little about me, I enjoy hiking, camping, crafty anything and reading a great book. My services...

Abby K. says "Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to worry about my...

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Loreen S.

Full-Time Home Health Aide/CNA

Huntington Station, NY

4.4(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
While working as a home health aide/CNA I have had the privilege of working with wonderful patients both who are unable to physically care for themselves whether it may be dementia/multiple sclerosis/stroke/cancer and hospice care. I have been instrumental in the preparation of meal planning, light house cleaning and the...

Bill H. says "Loreen was great! Loreen helped care for my mother who was bed bound from cancer. I wish we would have found and hired Loreen sooner, I believe my mother...

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Wendy M.

Elder Care

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Visiting nurse
live-in home care
personal care
visiting physician
home modification
+ 1 more
I am a certified PCA and I have of experience taking care of elderly people with medical problems. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I'm a patient, compassionate and caring person who enjoys helping others. I am able to do meal preparations, light house cleaning and can assist with daily living activities such as hygiene,...

Anna J. says "Wendy was a pleasure to be around and she help my my fathers last years very pleasant and memorable. She became more than a caretaker she was one of his...

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Dolores G.

Full Time Care Giver In Your Home

Sayville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I enjoy giving and caring for the elderly. My first experience was with my mother-in-law. I cared for her completely for 10 weeks. My first job was for a 70-year-old woman with the onset of dementia and mostly blind, I cared for her for five years. My next job I took care of an 89-year-old woman with the onset of dementia. She...

Aimee F. says "It is hard to put into words the magic and beauty of Dolores. She will forever be a part of our family. She cared for my mother with severe Dementia and...

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Denise D.

Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 19 and my daughter is 15. I I have had the pleasure of being a stay home mom to provide my two children with the foundation for success! They both knew how to read by 4! Providing the building blocks for young children is and has always been a...

Allison H. says "Miss Denise has worked with my son since he was 7 weeks old, and with my six year old as well. I truly cannot imagine a more amazing child care provider....

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Lasandra F.

Best Care Service Ever

Deer Park, NY

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
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Jenie S.

Brentwood, NY

4.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been working as a housekeeper for over a decade. I can provide great reference. I am ready to provide with an excellent service and willing to learn individuals cleaning preference. I am motivate to learn and eager to start working for you.

Marcia O. says "Jenie showed up as per our agreement. I was pleased with her work considering it was her first time cleaning my home. Her experience showed. I will...

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Wendy A.

Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
About Scent Perfect Cleaning. I take pride in my attention to detail, honesty, as well as respecting your privacy. I clean houses, apartments and offices. I specialize in thorough, deep cleaning from top to bottom as well as over-all organizing as well as Construccion cleaning services. My prices are very reasonable and I...

Cathy C. says "Wendy has been cleaning my home for two years. She is prompt and pleasant every time! She is very efficient and thorough, always checks in with me if I...

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Diane V.

Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a fun, happy, dependable, reliable, trustworthy hard worker! I have two associates one in Paralegal Studies and the second in Performing Arts. I am attending Empire State College focusing on Education Degree for my bachelors degree. I love animals, kids and their families as if they were my own. I have been a Babysitter on...

Michele P. says "Diane is great with kids and they respond so well to her. She has been amazing with my daughter over the years. She knows how to connect with kids...

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Amanda M.

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Wendy M.

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...

Andrea I. says "Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family....

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Islip, NY

Therapy Dogs in Islip, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Nancy K.

Nancy is a godsend!!! She helped me with a lot of things at home. I have my elderly father who just started living with me, my furry...

- Nancy K.

Victoria K.

Vicky worked for our family during a couple weekends and the kids simply LOVE her! She’s active, very organized and is always on top of...

- Care member

Kim S.

Kim has been my daughters tutor for a little over a year and my daughter has learned a great deal from Mrs. Kim. Kim is not only...

- Ayalet L.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Islip, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Islip, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Islip, NY is $19.00 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 Islip, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Islip, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Islip, 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.

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