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Deborah B.

Oceano, CA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 12 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I love to cook healthy meals and go out for walks. I'm happy and healthy and very reliable.
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Love Talking And Getting To Know You.

Oceano, CA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I worked for a home care company for 6 months from September 2018 through February 2019, at which time I stepped away to care for my infant grandson. I have worked with adults from ages 77 to 91. I have learned quite a bit about senior needs, actually, I am a senior, in great health. I have experience with dementia. I also took...
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Oceano, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to look over my profile, if you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach out! I have 4 years of experience in caring for the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of children. I've provided in-home nanny services for children ranging from 3 months-6 years of age. I...
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Experienced Caregiver

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am interested in part time day shifts per week beginning February 2025 to care for newborn baby. I moved to SLO in May of 2023. Other experience is as follows: Hours are up to you as I am flexible. I recently have worked for a sweet 6 week until now 1-year-old with a 3-year-old sister in Grover beach prior to daycare. . I have...

Jennifer F. says "Susan is not just a caretaker... she has become family to us. She has taken care of my 96-year-old mother for years. My mom considers her to be a second...

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Awesome Home Manager/ Childcare/

San Luis Obispo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hi :) I have over 20 years of experience caring for children, ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have 2 years of experience working in a Waldorf Kindergarten classroom, 8 years of experience in Health Care (Occupational Therapy), and I am CPR/First Aid certified from Red Cross. I enjoy using sensory focused play and crafts...

Rose L. says "Elana is great - personable, responsible, kind, responsive and easy to work with. My little guy loves her - so clearly that's the biggest plus :)"

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Overnight Care And Daily Dog Walking

Grover Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, my name is Mckyla and I'd love to offer my overnight care and daily dog walking services! I come from a huge animal loving family and take pride in offering the best, loving care for our four legged family members! I'm reliable, responsible and trustworthy. I love hiking, going to the beach and the park, and would love to...
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Diverse Background. Former Teacher, Nanny, Special Needs/adults, Infant/children Etc.

Grover Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi everyone. My names Madalyn. I'm a 33-year-old mother of 3 myself with a beautiful background working with children of all ages, mental and physical need. I've worked with infants/children for the past 15+ years. I have helped many moms after birth with the care of their little ones. (Over nights as well) So they are able to...

Care Member says "We had a great experience with Madalyn! She was responsive and on-time, and was very sweet and playful with our kids. She watched our 3 kids, plus a...

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Pismo Beach, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Laycee I am 20 years old and currently studying Early Childhood Development with a focus on Special Needs. I am pursuing this degree after growing up seeing my stepbrother be misdiagnosed and diving into the world of how and why and learning better ways to help him get through everyday life. I recently moved to...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
A super caring and passionate animal lover who's had many experiences dog, cat, and fish sitting. I also have a cat and fish of my own! I would be happy to watch your furry loved one and achieve to deliver my best service.
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Occupational Therapy

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
dementia
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Loni (short for Elana). I have a degree in Occupational Therapy, and Fine Art. I worked in a Skilled Nursing Facility in SLO for 5 years with geriatric population in Occupational Therapy. I am experienced working with simple to complex medical issues. I have a good sense of humor, and enjoy connecting with people...
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A Bit About Me

Grover Beach, CA

from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Availability: 6-11 p.m. weekdays and 8-11 p.m. weekends. Philosophy: I believe that children thrive when they are provided with a safe and supportive environment where they are free to play, explore, experiment, create and discover the world around them. I am comfortable with pets, but am allergic to dog dander so if the...
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Child Care Provider

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$27/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi there, I'm Stephanie! I am an experienced, caring, and responsible individual with a passion for working with children. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and caring environment where kids can thrive! I have 15+ years experience working with various families, and at the same time, I just wrapped up a 14 year career...
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Grover Beach, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Aubrey B and I just graduated from Cal Poly Slo! I have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in child development. I just moved to Chico to be closer to family and am looking for work during my gap year before I attend graduate school. I have about 8 years of experience babysitting/nannying; ages...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I am a Recent Cuesta Grad. Middle aged single mom with an eclectic background from interests to life's most trying times. I possess a special ability to pretty much learn on the fly and support my clients as per their needs. Experience in every stage of life I enjoy providing companion care, personal assistance, house cleaning,...
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Pet Care!

San Luis Obispo, CA

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Looking for someone to care for your furry friends? I'm your girl! As early as I could walk and talk I've had a huge love for animals! I'm the girl on the block who's walking dogs, pet, and house sitting for all my neighbors! Just moved to the area a year ago and decided to hop on here and expand my services outside of the...
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San Luis Obispo, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a very reliable and trustworthy recent college graduate currently living in San Luis Obispo! I have years of experience with both children and pets (mostly cats and dogs) and would love to offer my services to anyone that needs!!
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Work Experience

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
I currently work for the City of SLO Parks and Recreation under the Youth Services department as an after school childcare aide for students that are age 4-8. I've worked in this job since 09/23/24. I've also worked as a part-time nanny for two kids that are age 2 and 5, and have had various babysitting jobs with other children....
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Pet Helper

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Friendly pet helper able to work on short notice. A person truly happy to be of service to both humans and pets.
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Certified Educational Therapist

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I believe that every child deserves an education as unique as they are. I graduated from UC Irvine with a degree in Education Sciences and a specialization in Children's Learning and Development in 2018. After working as a preschool teacher for a year, I decided to pursue my Educational Therapy Certification, which I...
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Emma's Babysitting Service

San Luis Obispo, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, welcoming, and passionate. In my spare time, I like to bake, craft, paint, travel, read, walk on the beach, spend time with family and friends, and watch sports/movies. I am currently pursuing a multiple subject teaching credential to teach elementary school.
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.67/hr as of July 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Oceano, CA

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

Susan C.

Susan is not just a caretaker... she has become family to us. She has taken care of my 96-year-old mother for years. My mom considers her to...

- Jennifer F.

Elana K.

Elana is great - personable, responsible, kind, responsive and easy to work with. My little guy loves her - so clearly that's the biggest...

- Rose L.

Madalyn L.

We had a great experience with Madalyn! She was responsive and on-time, and was very sweet and playful with our kids. She watched our 3...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oceano, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in Oceano, 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 Oceano, CA is $25.67 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 Oceano, 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 Oceano, 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 Oceano, 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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