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Celitta B.

Richmond, VA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi, Glad to be a service to your loved one. I have 20 years experience as a CNA, caregiver and special needs caregiver. I worked in groups homes and apartments settings with ppl living with special needs. I personally gained experience with ppl living with autism and ADHD over the year from family members and raising one for...
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Taylor T.

Richmond, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Organization
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
Hello, my name is Taylor T. I offer thorough cleaning services that cover every corner of your home. From the living room to the bathroom, I'll dust, sweep, mop, and scrub to make sure your space is comfortable and clean. You can count on me to be dependable and detail-oriented, giving you peace of mind and more free time to...
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Tawanda W.

Pet Care

Richmond, VA

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
Hello, I'm new to offering pet care services to the community; however, I have always had my own pets to include 1 dog and several cats. Currently, I have 2 cats living in my home. One I recently adopted from RAL. My chihuahua passed this year at the age of 16. I completed medication administration for seizures during the many...
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Chloe C.

Offer Many Services With A Great Amount Of Experience

Richmond, VA

from
$10/hr
7 years experience
I have been tutoring in the subjects of literature, history, psychology, basic algebra and organic sciences. I have taught high school, college, and G. E. D. students over the course of seven years. I have worked with both mentally and physically disabled and am certified in sign language an ESL.
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Monica F.

Bubbly Personality And Excellent Caregiver

Glen Allen, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Monica I pride myself on being hardworking and patient. I am a certified nursing assistant and hold CPR certification. My experience as a caregiver spans various settings, including rehabilitation facilities, long-term care centers, and providing care in the comfort of clients' homes. I offer transportation...

Martha L. says "Monica is professional, dependable, and an excellent communicator. She works with my 90 yr old mother who has late stage dementia. Monica works from...

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Peggy M.

Senior Care

Glen Allen, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
visiting physician
+ 1 more
I am a licensed CNA with CPR certification. I have 20 years of in-home healthcare, with training tailored to Total Disability, rehabilitation services, Alzheimer's, wound care, stroke rehabilitation, hospice, and oncology. I take pride in assisting the elderly. My past experiences have been in all facets of primary care,...

Amy S. says "Peggy was truly a gift for our family in a very tough time. She was loving and patient with our sometimes testy Dad and I can't imagine going through his...

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Nicole R.

VIP- Senior Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 20 years of healthcare experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I have supervisor and manager skills. medication certified, CPR, covid-19 vaccinated.

Meg G. says "Nicole was hired to care for my husband while I was on a trip. She slept over several nights and attended him for a few hours on several days. She showed...

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Garnet W.

Reality Of Nursing: •Compassion •Competence •Confidence •Conscience •Commitment

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Organization
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
Versatile: I am an alumna of Long Island University in New York. I majored in Nursing and Psychology. I have worked as a counselor 4 years with The Center For Family Support and Birch Family Services serving individuals that has Mental Disabilities. I have worked with Healtronix as a Wound Care Consultant Therapist. I have over...

Gracelin W. says "She is a very professional and courteous"

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Anne C.

Full Time Housekeeper Available

Aylett, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
attic cleaning
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
I have been housecleaning for 28 years. I have owned my own business and also worked for a maid service, and an independent contractor. I have a keen eye for dirt with an exceptional eye for detail. I am also very good at organizing and de-cluttering. I'm only available on the weekends right now.
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Sue Z.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Virginia native living in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widly experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a nanny and...

Megan L. says "I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start....

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Keyonna W.

Medical Assistant/Private Duty/Companion/Sitter

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Keyonna (KeyKey) I enjoy working with the elderly. I've been in the healthcare field since I was 26 years of age. I can truly say I know I was called to nurture others. I've worked in retirement centers, hospitals, assistant living and private homes. I have a degree in Allied Health. My past experience working...

Ashley G. says "Such a sweet hard working person."

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Sue Z.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
light cleaning
I am a Virginia native living primarily in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widely experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a...

Al S. says "Sue was fantastic. On time, great conversationalist, and you can tell she really loves what she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone. "

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Carolyn B.

Engaged And Fun Sitter

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare . I can help with light housekeeping. I worked at Westminster Canterbury Child Development center for 12 years. I am knowledgeable in Conscious Discipline and have my First Aid and CPR Certificate. I also have an Associate degree in Human Services and a CDA degree for Infants and...

Care Member says "Carolyn is absolutely amazing! She has been caring for my two boys for a few months and they always enjoy when some comes over. She helps with...

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Jillian A.

Fun And Professional Babysitter In Richmond VA!

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a 31-year-old living in the Richmond Area and looking to provide occasional babysitting and nannying services. I have been providing services through care since 2022 and have had a number of successful one-time and recurring clients! Prior to relocating to Richmond, I was a recurring Sunday nanny for a family with 4...

Bidjan N. says "Jillian is wonderful and connected with our daughter right away. We will definitely hire her again."

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Karie L.

Household Manager

Glen Allen, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
I have 2 years of experience as a household manager, and 8 years of experience working for families as a private housekeeper cleaning, maintaining, and organizing homes. I can help do it all! I highly enjoy helping others and providing a clean, comfortable environment to come home to. I believe in building relationships and...

Stephanie B. says "Karie is a find for anyone looking for a hard working, efficient high quality helper. She is very self-sufficient and conscientious and has strong...

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Jenna C.

Experienced Sitter With Years Of Veterinary Assistant Experience.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
Hello! I am currently a veterinary assistant and my passion involves providing the best care possible for your pet! I have been in the vet field for six years and have been providing pet sitting services for five years. Along with overnight stays and daytime sitting, I provide basic grooming needs such as baths, nail trims, and...

Diane H. says "Jenna is gentle, sweet, and skilled. I have a Tuxedo cat named Stanley who is 1 year old this month. I needed somebody who would be willing to come to my...

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Queen L.

Housekeeping

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Organization
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
Hello, beautiful souls! My name is Queen, and I am looking for a family to work with as a housekeeper this summer and beyond. Currently a medical assistant, I seek a new opportunity outside the medical field. I have a bachelor's degree in biology and a strong attention to detail. I take pride in creating clean, organized, and...

Care Member says "Queen did an exceptional job cleaning and assisting with organizing my home. "

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Jennifer K.

Experienced Former Teacher

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I've been a nanny for 9 years now, ranging in ages 2-9. Most of my families have had some sort of special accommodations, such as autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, speech delay and/or autoimmune disorders, so I am very comfortable with learning medical needs and even assisting with physical therapy or speech therapy routines. On...

Care Member says "We have been incredibly fortunate to have Jen care for our son as part of a nanny share, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! From the very...

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Rachel H.

Professional Seeking Periodic Caretaking Opportunities In The Richmond Area

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rachel, I'm 27 years old, and I am a Board-Certified Music Therapist working in the health care industry. I currently work as a PRN music therapist and am looking to provide additional care for families in need of extra assistance. I have 18+ years of caretaking experience with children ranging from newborns to...

Brian G. says "Rachel was our nanny for two summers for our son and a few other families and she was AMAZING!!! The kids loved her so much and were always excited to see...

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Nikkie W.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Dementia and Hospice Services. I've worked with hospice patients, dementia, and etc... I'm very good with transferring, cathedral, assistant living, nursing homes and more... I also have child care experience

Jenny M. says "Nikki has been very dependable quick to learn my routine is very professional and caring would hire her again if needed"

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.09/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Mechanicsville, VA

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

Monica F.

Monica is professional, dependable, and an excellent communicator. She works with my 90 yr old mother who has late stage dementia. Monica...

- Martha L.

Peggy M.

Peggy was truly a gift for our family in a very tough time. She was loving and patient with our sometimes testy Dad and I can't imagine...

- Amy S.

Nicole R.

Nicole was hired to care for my husband while I was on a trip. She slept over several nights and attended him for a few hours on several...

- Meg G.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mechanicsville, VA

To find a therapy dog near you in Mechanicsville, VA, 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 Mechanicsville, VA is $18.09 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 Mechanicsville, VA. 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 Mechanicsville, VA, 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 Mechanicsville, VA, 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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