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Seven Noah C.

La Palma, CA

from
$19/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Seven (like the number). I am a college student majoring in Pre-Engineering hoping to become a Mechanical Engineer. I love pets going from young puppies to the older seniors, I love the relationship and connection that we can have with pets. I offer great care tailored to your dog's individual needs. For three...
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Karina R.

Signal Hill, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I do own a golden a dog (golden doodle) and a cat. I had baby sit dogs for the last 3 years. I am an animal lover and bond with them fast. I can take them for walks, feed them and play with them. I also read to them and play music as relaxing therapy.

Kara S. says "Karina did a great job taking care of our dogs while we were out of town. She was so accommodating even on short notice. She was very communicative and I...

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Maria S.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
My duties: blood pressure, rehabilitating exercises, speech therapy, assistant with feeding tube dose, transportation to appointments, transfer patients from wheelchair to car o bed, grocery shopping, IV fluids, bathing, knowledge in how to change super-pubic catheter, medication management, injections, bed sores care, wound...

Care Member says "Reliable, formed a bond with my mother. Treated our mother as if she were her own family. "

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Christian P.

Los Alamitos, CA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Greeting, my name is Christian or Xen and I'm a undergraduate looking to work with children to better prep myself for my child based career. I have been providing care for mainly children with some infants and teenagers in between for years in the forms of respite, chaperoning, and caretaking. During that time I also assisted...
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Susannah T.

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Available

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have provided care for children of all ages; however, I am most experienced with children under the age of 6. I also have over a year of experience in in-home care with a special need child, and additional experience with children on the autism spectrum. I have early childhood development education through my bachelor of...

Care Member says "Susannah was great! She took care of my 8 month old who is isn't really used to strangers yet. She was patient with him and understanding. We will...

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Jacqueline B.

Bellflower, CA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Jacqueline I hold several degrees in child development, I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and Family services as well as two Associate's Degrees in Child Development and Early Childhood Education and I am currently working part time at Cerritos College Child Development Center as an Sub teacher, where...

Destonee N. says "We had Jacqueline work with our family for about a year. I have two toddler boys. I worked from home and Jacqueline was there to be extra eyes and...

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Kimmie L.

Westminster, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Personal care
I have always been fascinated about the seniors, mainly because I was raised in a culture where they are looked up to for wisdom and respect. I believed they greatly contributed any society and should be well taken care of as they aged. Currently, I am in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and I have just finished...

Florence O. says "I have worked with Kimmie for several months now to provide care for my mother. Kimmie made a great impression right from the beginning. She responded...

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Greta G.

Home Health Aide Available Full Time Monday To Friday. Willing And Able To Start Next Week.

Artesia, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I've worked with clients with dementia, Alzheimer's, posts stroke, post fracture, DM, mobility issues, etc for more than 10 years with CPR and First Aid certificate and had enjoyed being with elders. I have a degree in physical therapy and have worked for Pfizer as a Healthcare specialist for 10 years so I'm fully equipped with...

Janet D. says "Greta has been with us for the summer. She is wonderful! She is patient and is very proactive in helping with whatever is needed."

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Michelle G.

Helpful Nanny at Your Service

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been a nanny for over 16 years. I love interacting with children. I have fun and I am not afraid to act silly with them. My specialty is reading. I really get into character. I am bilingual. I cook and clean and give nap times song. I can also help out with some homework, play, exercise, any activities at the parents...

Care Member says "Michelle is wonderful with kids, attentive, loving and playful. she always stayed updated with our kids age/milestones and spoke Spanish to him so he...

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Stephanie G.

Senior Caregiver

Buena Park, CA

4.1(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, mature woman working as a Senior Care Provider for over 10 year. My focus is to provide the best care & efficient services to each of my client's. I am a certified Culinary Chef. My experience includes working with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, MS, Physically Challenged. I have TB Clearance,...

Ken M. says "Stephanie is very dependable, very knowledgeable, and very conscientious. She was willing to work as much as we needed her while caring for both my mother...

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Ryann M.

Fullerton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Ryann and I have a Bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences, and a Master's degree in Special Education- Applied Behavior Analysis. I am also published author of a children's interactive journal on social-emotional intelligence in hopes to change the world! I have many years of experience with...

Jim H. says "Ryann has babysat our 2 and 5 year old a handful of times and she is great! She is dependable and shows up on time. She is very friendly and kind with our...

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Vivian T.

About Me:

Fullerton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Vivian, and I am a newly licensed registered nurse with certifications in CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). I am currently seeking a part-time position while applying to new graduate RN programs. My background includes two years of experience in geriatric care, specializing in...

Ariel A. says "My daughter loved Vivian it was a Saturday night and for fun they did adding and subtracting which I thought was so sweet being that she is 6 and initiated...

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Sara A.

VERY COMPANASIONATE

Westminster, CA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I have experience in hospice care and dementia .

James O. says "Sara is such a pleasure to work with. She is quick to see where to help out with projects. She is punctual and reliable."

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Gabrielle B.

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am huge dog lover. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have taken care of 6 dogs of my own, and have dog sat for multiple families. Pet services I can offer include dog sitting, feeding, taking them on walks, and light grooming.
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Karyn B.

Anaheim, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I am care giver and olso CNA . I would love to provide my services to that senior citizens . I been as a care giver for 9yers. I love to work whit senior patients. And give them best care they need.

Monty F. says "Miss Karin, took great care of my mother. They got along so good. I am so happy I picked her. She knows what she's doing and how to take care of elderly...

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Joy S.

Experienced Fun Child Care Provider

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi! I'm a dependable, warm-hearted caregiver with 15+ years of experience supporting children of all ages through roles at the YMCA, Disney Cruise Line, UCI, and in EdTech. I've led before/after-school programs, camps, and family service. I always bring energy, creativity, and care to each setting. I recently wrapped up 4 years...

Renata T. says "Ms. Joy is AMAZING! Always on time and attentive to details and instructions for my son. My son enjoys his time with Ms. Joy as she encourages physical...

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Kendra D.

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
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Andrea L.

Childcare Enthusiast

Cerritos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a California State University, Fullerton Graduate with a B. S. Degree in Kinesiology. I love to empower children to become their best potential with my skills, enthusiasm, and care. I have over 15+ years of childcare experience ranging from infancy to school age years, one year in ABA therapy as a Behavior...

John P. says "Andrea is an upbeat sitter, reliable and helps to bring out the best in my two kids. Not just any sitter watches my kids, I always make sure their...

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Krista N.

Private Caregiver Seeking Part-time Work

Fullerton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Highly focused and reliable caregiver with 19 years of experience in both assisted living facilities and private households, with a track record of impeccable care service and client satisfaction. I offer a gentle compassionate approach while handling the physical tasks that go with the job. I'm adept at monitoring and...

David R. says "Krista is a wonderful caring person and I'd recommend her to anyone needing help with an elderly parent. She cared for my Mom for over a year. My Mom had...

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Avery S.

Fullerton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I recently moved to Orange County, California and am working full-time in Nutrition Services for one of the local school districts. My role involves helping prepare the food in the central kitchen and driving out to schools in the district to help serve the food to the kids. I am also taking part-time classes at Irvine Valley...

Angela B. says "Avery did such a great job caring for my 6 month old. She brought her own toys and books to read. She was very nice and attentive."

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  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in La Palma, CA

Therapy Dogs in La Palma, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Karina R.

Karina did a great job taking care of our dogs while we were out of town. She was so accommodating even on short notice. She was very...

- Kara S.

Maria S.

Reliable, formed a bond with my mother. Treated our mother as if she were her own family.

- Care member

Susannah T.

Susannah was great! She took care of my 8 month old who is isn't really used to strangers yet. She was patient with him and understanding....

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in La Palma, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in La Palma, CA, 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 La Palma, CA 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 La Palma, CA. 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 La Palma, CA, 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 La Palma, CA, 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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