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Justin B.

McKeesport, PA

from
$15/hr
Hey there I'm Justin! I am currently pursuing my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling and I have my bachelor's degree in psychology. In the past I have worked an internship doing behavior support services in an elementary school and implementing applied behavior analysis treatment plans. Because of this...
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Kamala G.

Kamala

McKeesport, PA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as patient, compassionate and conscientious I like caring for seniors because making a difference in someone's life everyday while having them share their stories and memories of a full life is very rewarding. It feels great to help ease the physical and mental burdens associated with aging. I...

Barabra M. says "Kamala took care of my mom for 3 1/2 years (until the end) and was AMAZING. She was kind, loving, smart, intuitive and TRUSTWORTHY. My mom had...

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Mallory W.

Conscientious And Hardworking Caregiver

McKeesport, PA

from
$18/hr
20 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as very easy going, kind and respectful. I like caring for seniors because at their age, some require more assistance with ADL's. Seniors need someone that's nice, kind, friendly and respect them like family. I'm looking for a job that provides services for seniors or special needs clients making...
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Helen P.

My Promise: The Best Pet Care Services for Your Fur Kids and Your Peace of Mind

Trafford, PA

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have been caring for our family pets for over 35 years. I have often been called upon by friends to care for their pets while they travel or are working extended hours to care for their pets. I have found that many times, I've had the same need for exceptional pet care services and had nowhere to turn! I'm a single parent and...

Ken K. says "I needed a person to care for my 2 cats and 1 dog during a recent surgery; both cats are 'special needs' in that they must be fed with supplements due to...

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Michelle W.

Cleaning

Duquesne, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Basement cleaning
attic cleaning
dusting
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Cleaning is my therapy. I treat everyone's home as my own. I love organizing and folding laundry, weird I know

Shira B. says "Michelle began helping our family when my toddler was a newborn. We needed support, and she came with a warm smile, taking care of the home, from cleaning,...

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Suzanne L.

Professional Experienced Care

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced with caring for individuals with Alzheimers, Dementia, Hospice, Paralysis, Parkinson's, Cancer, Mobility difficulties, ALS, and MS. CPR, CNA, MSCP (Master's in Counseling Psychology), LBS (Licensed Behavior Specialist), and Occupational Therapy. Experienced in managing medications, managing nutritional needs, and all...

Care Member says "Suzie helped us with my 94 year old mother for a few months before we moved her to assisted living. She was punctual, kind, patient with my very active...

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Elisabeth L.

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny Available For Summer

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I've been babysitting for about 10 years, and consistently nannying for 3. 5 now. My passions include caretaking, and anything art/creativity related. I love being outdoors and exploring. My experience has included nap time, preparing food, bed time, driving, playing dress up and games, utilizing physical therapy exercises,...

Lindsay Z. says "Libbie worked with us for a year and a half and became like family. She has cared for my now 2 year old and 7 year old and we could not adore her more....

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Sophia T.

West Mifflin, PA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I am a fun loving pet owner of over 20 years. I am punctual and have an outgoing personality. Time management is one of my strengths. I have dealt with a lot of domestic animals over the years since I grew up on a farm and I absolutely respect and adore them all. I hope to hear back from you and work with you soon, so that I...

Care Member says "She loves animals and takes care of them too. Overall five-stars "

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Leah R.

Experienced Healthcare Worker

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
*newborn care specialist* available for newborn prep consultation services As a dedicated mom who practices gentle parenting, I understand the importance of nurturing and creating a loving environment for children to thrive. I am also a trained newborn care specialist, which has equipped me with the skills to provide expert...

Care Member says "Leah is wonderful! Parents will love her because she's reliable, responsible, caring, and fantastic with children. Kids will love her because she's so...

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Theresa W.

Kind, Experienced Caregiver

Homestead, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
I love caring for others and helping them to be as happy and as healthy as possible. My experience includes a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I can use and maintain feeding tube, tracheostomy tube, IV's, respiratory equipment, suction equipment, physical therapy equipment and aids.

Lester M. says "Theresa has been serving clients in her field for many years now and her dedication, knowledge, and skills reflect greatly in her work. "

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Tiffany D.

Your Fur Babies Will Love Me

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello, let me start by saying I absolutely love all animals, but cats are where my heart is at! I provide drop in services for your kitty or kitties. Please feel comfortable in knowing your kitty or kitties are in good hands.

Holland M. says "Tiffany is so caring and loves cats. She did twice daily drop ins with our five indoor cats. Your fur babies will be in good hands with her. :-)"

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Theresa T.

Part-Time Caregiver Who Is Dependable And Has A Passion For Caring For Others.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
personal care
I have been a private duty caregiver for over 20 years and have worked with seniors with dementia and psychiatric care. Currently I am a Health Care Technician Supervisor in Critical Care at the VA of Pittsburgh, PA where I have worked since 2006. As an employee at the VA facility, I have taken care of veterans, male/females...

Cindy S. says "To anyone reading this review, I can only say this: hire her now before someone else does. Theresa's calm, peaceful, compassionate, loving and strong...

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Latawsha T.

Loving, responsible. CURRENTLY CPR Certified. Cert In Occupational Therapy And CNA .PT/As Needed

West Mifflin, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
LOVING, RELIABLE, PATIENT ; 10 plus years of paid babysitting/nanny experience.(NON SMOKER)Comfortable with pets. I have cared for children from newborn up. I am CPR certified. Certified in Occupational Therapy. I have 15 plus years of healthcare experience as well. I LOVE children. I enjoy taking my babes to the park, taking...

Care Member says "Highly recommend! She was on time, very friendly and my child loved spending time with her. "

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Helen P.

I Hope One Is You!

Trafford, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
move-out cleaning
dusting
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been cleaning and caring for my home for 35 years. So I would guess it would be much more accurate to say 25+ years of experience vs. 10-15 years, but they do ask for "paid" experience here. Since moving back to Pittsburgh, I've been rebuilding my client list and transitioning this to be full-time! I'd like to add only 2...

Dana R. says "Helen is a marvelous human being! I have not had the pleasure of having her clean my home because she cannot accommodate my every other Saturday time slot...

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Cintia O.

Phenomenal Best Services

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Nice to meet you, my name is Cintia, I'm from Brazil, I've been cleaning several family homes for 8 years, I used to work in New Jersey, I left my clients there with my sister and I'm in Pittsburg now with my husband who also has a Flooring Business sand/ Refinish/ install. I provide quality cleaning, attention to detail,...

Care Member says "We moved to Fox Chapel a few months ago and tried several cleaners, but Cintia is by far the best. She’s thoughtful, thorough, and makes our chaotic...

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Brittany H.

Brittany's Day Care

Monroeville, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Brittany. I am seeking a fun part time job with animals. I am dependable, honest, and loving. If you need services shoot me a message to discuss any further information! Have a great day! =)

Stephanie F. says "Professional, personable, and all around outstanding service! From cleaning to communicating, Brittany covered everything...excellent service...

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Maureen H.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I am a loyal and compassionate being. I have 8+ years of experience working with children in various settings - from childcare to pediatric psychiatric care, and adventure therapy. I love being around, caring, and learning from children. Would love to chat with you more over the phone or through text to get to know each...

Caitlin H. says "We couldn't dream up a better caregiver for our two children! Maureen is a great communicator, very conscientious, and so patient and kind with our...

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Aubry C.

Future Physician

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Aubry and I am studying medicine - I will receive my doctorate in June of 2025. I love to make use of my evenings, weekends, and time off by nannying and babysitting. I am incredibly organized and efficient! I am always up for a challenge. I love to clean and do additional tasks like cooking or laundry, as I...

Laurel K. says "Wonderful with my son! Brilliant, sweet young lady!!"

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Sophia T.

West Mifflin, PA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
I am a hard working, open minded and kind hearted lady who has 5 plus years experience in senior care. Punctuality, patience and time management are part of my strengths and I do well with taking care of senior patients. I look forward to hearing back from you and working with you to offer my senior care services.
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Anne M.

Experienced Teacher And Tutor With 10+ Years:

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Anne. I have been a teacher, a tutor and a nanny for over 15 years. The majority of my work right now is tutoring in Spanish. But I miss nannying and I'd love to get back into that on a part time basis. Spanish, English, Reading, ADD Children As Young When I tutor your child in his or her classes know that...

Deborah R. says "I hired Anne to help me learn Spanish. She had a lot of resources and I always had enough material to learn. She is patient and has years of teaching...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in McKeesport, PA

Therapy Dogs in McKeesport, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Kamala G.

Kamala took care of my mom for 3 1/2 years (until the end) and was AMAZING. She was kind, loving, smart, intuitive and TRUSTWORTHY. My mom...

- Barabra M.

Helen P.

I needed a person to care for my 2 cats and 1 dog during a recent surgery; both cats are 'special needs' in that they must be fed with...

- Ken K.

Michelle W.

Michelle began helping our family when my toddler was a newborn. We needed support, and she came with a warm smile, taking care of the home,...

- Shira B.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in McKeesport, PA

To find a therapy dog near you in McKeesport, PA, 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 McKeesport, PA 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 McKeesport, PA. 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 McKeesport, PA, 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 McKeesport, PA, 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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