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60 therapy dogs are listed in Mechanicville, NY
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in Mechanicville, NY
During school, I picked up side jobs cleaning houses for two years. My services include laundry, errand running, and general house cleaning, organization, and dog walking. I love pets and families and I understand the need to keep a house clean for a family, yet not having time to due to work and other activities, this is why I...
Christina can also help with: Pet waste cleanup, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Heather J.
Mechanicville, NY
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Reliable Sitter Looking To Assist Families In Need Of Help
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 3 boys, 18, 17 and 12. I have been taking care of children since I was a teenager. I am patient, fun, creative, trustworthy and reliable. I love being able to see children learn and explore their environment. I cook, do massage therapy, cleaning, and I am looking to find a family that needs an extra pair of hands...
I have worked with an array of elderly and disabled people. Have a massage therapy background I also understand mobility exercises and stretching as well as general health management. I have worked for meals on wheels, nursing homes as a visitor for elderly with no families and I have no problem taking care of everything a...
Heather can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Makayla M.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$18/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started working with children as a mother's helper when I was 13. From there, I began babysitting multiple different families. The ages of the children I have watched range from newborn-10 but I am comfortable working with children of all ages. I have experience working with children who have disabilities and also have...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Makayla was excellent with our two kids. The kids said that she was fun and attentive. She helped us out last minute and I would absolutely hire her again."
Kerri R.
Marsha T.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marsha,
I am currently available for overnights. Feel free to contact me as things change.
I am a certified Personal Care Assistant and CPR certified with 15+ years experience in PRIVATE home care services. Your loved one will receive quality care and compassion they deserve. I enjoy going above and beyond to make...
Marsha can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Exceptional employee who truly has become apart of the family in a short amount of time. Caring, kind, knowledgeable and smart."
Erin S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently working in the financial services industry Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a hybrid schedule. With generous PTO and bank holidays, I am looking to provide childcare to local families in my spare time.
For the past 12 years, I have babysat families with multiple children. My father is the oldest...
Janelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janelle was so wonderful and sweet! This was our first time hiring a babysitter for our 5 month old and couldn’t have chosen better. Our daughter took to her immediately and loved spending time together. Will definitely be hiring her again in the near future. "
Care member
Samina A.
Clifton Park, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
25+ Years Experienced Child Care Provider For All Ages
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Samina and I have been providing childcare services for 25+ years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with infants, twins, toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. I successfully ran my own licensed daycare for 15+ years and am currently providing services in the Clifton Park area. I enjoy...
Samina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samina took care of my 3 month old colicky baby girl like her own!! The love and the dedication she has given to my child gave me the peace of mind knowing that my baby would never be left unattended without her loving arms! Definitely a wonderful environment to...
Patricia O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapist for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY. I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and general pop...
Alyssa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had hired Alyssa to care for my wife as I work two days a week. My wife has end stage COPD. Alyssa is a very caring and dedicated care giver. My wife was concerned at the onset to have someone other than family come to the house. But meeting Alyssa and she was...
Robert D.
Stacie E.
Ballston Lake, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."
Crystal H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a compassionate mother of two little children (5 and 6) so I have a great deal of experience with little kids. I am currently a stay at home mom and I am working on getting my masters as a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst). I know the importance of finding a reliable and caring person to watch over your own, I...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Andrea took care of our son starting when he was 9.5 weeks old when my maternity leave ended. She was invaluable in my transition back to work and in helping us establish routines for our son. She was reliable and our son took an immediate liking to her. We miss...
Laura E.
5.0
(1)
I provide the friendliest and most caring pet sitting service for your dearest pal. I grew up my entire life surrounded with pets, from mans best friend to the sweetest felines and a cute little hamster. I raised my golden cocker spaniel from when he was only 6 months old to his tender age of 13. My cat tommy was born in my shoe...
Andrea can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Andrea pet sat for my two large dogs. They loved her and so did we! I would definitely recommend her to others!"
Veronica P.
5.0
(2)
Skills are bathing, dressing, skin care, transferring, hoyer lift wheelchairs, etc., bringing to doctors appointments, writing up documents, doing 12 hours of in-service a year. Doing HHA for 18 years. I'm CPR certified.
Maureen can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maureen was fantastic, we hired her to help care for My grandmother and we couldn't have asked for anyone better. She was caring and knowledgeable, and always went above and beyond. She was caring and very communicative with us through this time. If you are looking...
Amber F.
Tiffany F.
Schaghticoke, NY
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
A Passionate, Experienced Sitter From Schaghticoke, New York.
5.0
(1)
I'm Tiffany, a passionate, experienced sitter living in Schaghticoke, New York. I specialize in caring for newborns, infants, children and adolescents. I have 3 years of experience and my services include providing a safe and nurturing environment, engaging activities to promote learning and growth, light housekeeping and meal...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Oh my, where do I start? Tiffany is the ABSOLUTE BEST. She was such a blessing to our family during her time with us and most importantly, our children absolutely adored her. Tiffany was punctual, loving/caring, careful and safe, had a joyful attitude every single...
Care member
Brooke M.
Ballston Spa, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for considering me and looking at my profile. My name is Brooke and I am 32 years old. I have worked in a preschool as an assistant teacher, nannied for many wonderful families and have three little boys myself! It's safe to say I have a lot of experience with children.
In September of 2010, I was the head Cross...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had such a wonderful experienced with Brooke. She was a full time nanny for our 3 yr old son, who absolutely adored her! She made sure to communicate her plan for the day and we always felt our son was very safe, she treated him like gold! She has such a warm,...
Alexandra H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, I am a 53-year-old woman who lives in Ballston Spa with my 24-year-old son. I have nothing that entangles me with my availability to care for you, or your loved one. I have an Associate Degree in Human Services and am taking online courses toward my Bachelor's Degree in the same with a focus on Elder/ End of life...
Annmarie can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
4.0
"Annmarie was an addition to some short term care needed by my parents. Very last minute our plans changed and we found ourselves without a caregiver in the evenings. Thankfully Annmarie made herself available to help cover the hours. She helped around the house and...
Dale K.
I am a recent Skidmore college graduate who is looking to help take care of any pets necessary. I have grown up with dogs, cats, hamsters and Guinea pigs the majority of my life. I have even trained one of my dogs to become a certified therapy dog for people who just need an extra mood boost. Along with having small pets I have...
Clare can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have been nannying on and off throughout my college career. I have nannied for all ages from 3 months -10+ years.
I'm an Occupational therapy assistant student and will be graduating in May! I am looking for a temporary summer position as I study for my licensing exam.
Alli can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working to keep elderly adults in their own home. I love to help seniors stay active! I am patient and an engaged listener.
Stacie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification
Amira E.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dog Sitter Available And Able To Provide Training Services
3+ YEARS EXPERIENCE TRAINING/RAISING SERVICE DOGS. I'm interested in providing dog sitting with training services. I am currently raising and training my second service dog, an English Yellow Lab named Lilo. This two-year volunteer commitment requires training the dog in basic obedience, task work, and socialization, as well as...
Amira can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, dog training
Karen I.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services. I worked as a Social worker and Activities director with the elderly! I was also the primary caretaker for both my parents! I am very reliable and professional! I also have my college degree in Psychology and I am a licensed Esthetician and Reiki Master! I...
Karen can also help with: Errands, transportation
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mechanicville, NY
Makayla M.
5.0
Makayla has been working for my family since August 2023, when my son was 2.5 months old and I was starting back at work.
She is a grad student who has a passion for helping others. She is dependable, flexible, and has excellent communication.
11/10 recommend.
- Jesse L.
Marsha T.
5.0
Marsha answered an SOS message for help with my mom who is 2 hours from me, fell on the ice and sent home from the emergency room. Marsha was at my mother's house within an hour, met with and know the other professional we contacted. Marsha was critical in helping us formulate a care plan. She is...
- Tara L.
Janelle R.
5.0
Janelle was so wonderful and sweet! This was our first time hiring a babysitter for our 5 month old and couldn’t have chosen better. Our daughter took to her immediately and loved spending time together. Will definitely be hiring her again in the near future.
- Care member
Samina A.
5.0
Samina has watched our daughter since she was 4 months old. She is now turning 2. I was a wreck leaving my baby for the first time but she made it much easier. She is so warm, loving, and soft spoken. My daughter adores her as if she is family and is ecstatic to go see her every day. 100% recommend...
- Ally J.
Alyssa H.
5.0
My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia. Alyssa also helps with the...
- Maryann D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mechanicville, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mechanicville, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mechanicville, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Mechanicville, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mechanicville, NY is $15.00 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Mechanicville, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mechanicville, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Mechanicville, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mechanicville, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Mechanicville, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mechanicville, 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.