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Shawna B.

Caregiver Available In Newton

Newton, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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Hello. My name is Shawna. I have 4 children - all adults. I have worked as a service coordinator for disabled children and adults. I have been CNA certified in the past. I am currently certified as a Medication Manager, Mandatory Reporter, First Aid/CPR/AED.
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Special Needs Provider Available In Newton

Newton, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello. My name is Shawna. I am 48 yo. I have 4 children - 3 adult/1 14 yo. I have worked as a service coordinator for disabled children and a adults. I have been CNA certified in the past. Currently certified in CMA, Medication Manager, Mandatory Reporter, CPR/First Aid/AED.

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  • 2 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newton, IA

To find a therapy dog near you in Newton, IA, 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 Newton, IA is $20.00 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 Newton, IA. 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 Newton, IA, 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 Newton, IA, 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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