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Jolee W.

Personalized Academic Coaching | Executive Functioning Support | Parent & Student Guidance

Opelousas, LA

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$31/hr
17 years experience
Hello! My name is Jolee and I am the CEO and Founder of Anchored Scholars Educational Services. With over 17 years of experience in education including Early Head Start, Head Start, STEM-based charter schools, private, and public schools I offer compassionate, personalized academic support designed to help each student...
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Compassionate Sitter And Smile Creator

Sunset, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a highly compassionate and dedicated elderly caregiver with over 12 years of experience in this field. I excel in communication, and you can count on me to be punctual, reliable, and responsible. I am fully equipped to assist you or your loved ones with a wide range of services, including activities of daily living,...

Care Member says "Brooks is a good person and fun to be with she brings to to doctors appointment and also organizes my rooms in my house and I feel comfortable with her...

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Dog Approved And Cats Think I'm Purrific!

Carencro, LA

5.0(0)
from
$11/hr
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
I have 2 service animals plus multiple cats. I'm able to train and look after different animals of any species or breed. I take in fosters as well. I don't discriminate by breed. All animals are good animals and deserve the best! I volunteer at animal shelters and local Non-Profit organizations. I'm also involved with nationwide...
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Carencro, LA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
errands
meal prep
home modification
transportation
+ 1 more
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care to adults and seniors, driven by the desire to positively impact their lives and support their families. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR Training, I offer a range of services, including transportation, personal care, light housekeeping, and...
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Experienced, Professional, Companion Animal Caregiver

Lafayette, LA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
Hey there, my name is Kevin , I retired from the US Army in 2018. After my aviation career, we moved to Lafayette and I'm pursuing my other passion. I'm an experienced companion animal consultant, trainer, caregiver, walker, sitter. I'm self trained having studied current texts of behaviorology, dog training, service dog...
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Lafayette, LA

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
With eight years of experience in elder care, I'm passionate about providing compassionate and empathetic support to seniors. My goal is to earn your trust while assisting with home health, respite care, hospice services, and daily living tasks like meal preparation and light housekeeping. I'm also experienced in dementia care,...
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Retired Grandmother Available For Part Time Care

Ville Platte, LA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a mother of 5(all grown) and grandmother of 11. I am a conservative, old-fashioned Christian who believes in clean living, creative learning opportunities and nutritious eating. I was formerly a food service employee and the a teacher in the Head Start program, working with 4-5-year-olds everyday, teaching, caring for them,...
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Housekeeper

Carencro, LA

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$15/hr
General room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an extremely organized person to whom cleanliness is very important! I pay great attention to detail and I enjoy cleaning because it always leaves room for feeling accomplished when you are done! I also enjoy being able to take away some of life's stresses from others by doing them the service of keeping up their home!
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Breaux Bridge, LA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with animals and am a fabulous caretaker. Services include, dog walking, and pet sitting.
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Meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 12 years of experience providing comprehensive support to individuals in various settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, medication management, and mobility assistance. Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and their...
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Georgia N.

Breaux Bridge, LA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
carpet cleaning
organization
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 12 years of experience providing comprehensive support to individuals in various settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, medication management, and mobility assistance. Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and their...
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  • The average post rate is $31.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Opelousas, LA

To find a therapy dog near you in Opelousas, LA, 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 Opelousas, LA is $31.00 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 Opelousas, LA. 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 Opelousas, LA, 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 Opelousas, LA, 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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