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Ana F.

Love-Respect-Kind

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
I am Ana, I have been working as a caregiver for the past months. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and I am passionate about helping people and providing compassionate care and support for those who need it particularly to elderly and individuals with special needs. I am a provider and I have been working...
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Ana F.

Palo Alto, CA

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$50/hr
2 years experience
I'm Ana, I have been working as a caregiver for the past months. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and I am passionate about helping people and providing compassionate care and support for those who need it particularly to elderly and individuals with special needs. I am a provider and working for In-Home...
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Hope G.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Hope, I'm 23 years old, and I have one dog! I am very energetic and social, caring and empathetic, outdoorsy and adventurous! I'm the oldest daughter of 6 siblings. I graduated from college with my Respiratory Therapy Degree and work full time 8-5 Monday-Friday. I am looking to help families out at night or during the...

John P. says "We love Hope! Our 18mo son loves Hope! She cared for our son (and his rambunctious goldendoodle) for about a year before she had to move. We fully trust her...

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Nourchene H.

Reliable Nanny/Babysitter

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Having accumulated 3 years of valuable experience, I am well equipped to provide exceptional assistance in various areas. Among my proficiencies are Swimming Supervision, Meal Prep and Driving. Owning a reliable car and possessing a flexible schedule, I am fully prepared to adapt to your family's specific requirements. Whether...

Care Member says "Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is great and...

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Jena M.

Need A Caring Person To Help You?

San Carlos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Jena, I am a well experienced caregiver that is professional and compassionate. A small list of my experience is as followed: Experience is as follows but not limited to: * Bathing * Medication management * Diabetic as well as INR monitoring * Physical therapy assistance * Ambulation assistance * Dementia...

Nina N. says "Jena has been very helpful and thoughtful when she takes care of my disabled father. She is sweet and eager to assist in anyway she can. We feel comfortable...

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Jasmina R.

Care And Companionship For Elders

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I enjoy inspiring Seniors by getting to know them and finding what works best at this time of their life. I am able to do 24hr care anywhere in California. I have learnt to enjoy cribbage, chess and doing puzzles from the elderly people I assisted. I have 20 years of experience working with Elderly, who have Alzheimers,...

Nicole S. says "Jasmine is great, reliable and really cares about her clients well-being. Very trustworthy. I felt as though we hit the jackpot with her. "

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Yaya R.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I am a Personal Assistant focuses on managing day-to-day task of a single person or family I can provide Home Organizing and , House, decoration services Or housekeeping I also provide Food preparation as needed if required I work part-time as a private chef and I am certified food handler I can provide excellent references...

Neil K. says "Yaya is a wonderful chef and a great human being. She is very creative with her cooking but also very organized and efficient. She created complex and...

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Priscila N.

Priscy's House Cleaning

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
window washing
changing bed linens
organization
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Priscila I have a open space for cleaning Looking for more family's to serve and provide a great service , I have a lot experience and great reference available upon request I provide my own cleaning supplies Pet friendly and safe environment Thanks a lot , love to here from you

Ramya V. says "Priscila does a really good job with cleaning my house. I usually get it deep cleaned once a month and I absolutely love the work."

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Sangita M.

Experienced Caregiver And Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

4.8(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Sangita. I am from Nepal. I have been a CNA in the United States for 5 years with different types of family . I also have 10 years of prior caregiver and nanny experience from Nepal. I am certified nurseing assistant ( CNA) . I can drive for clients. I have my own car. I do house hold management. I have followed...

Care Member says "She is caring and compassionate. She was wonderful to my elderly father. How highly recommend "

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Victoria D.

Housekeeping

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Victoria, First of all I want to let you know that I'm a reliable and professional woman, I like to be very responsible. I like to be on time. I like to do housecleaning as if it is my own house but even better, I am a very organized person , My priority is to have my clients very happy and satisfy about my...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Victoria. She is always on time, does a thorough job, and is very reliable. She’s also a pleasure to work with and is very...

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Esmeralda B.

Making Lives Easier

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
My name is Esmeralda I have 4 years of experience in cleaning industry. I am 24 years old I am fluent in English and Spanish. My first year of experience was in a hotel as a room attendant and my second year I then got promoted as a supervisor. My other two years I work with a family as their full-time housekeeper. I love...

Care Member says "Esmeralda provided outstanding housekeeping service. She was punctual, thorough, and extremely attentive to detail, leaving my home spotless and...

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Luciana R.

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
5 years experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
organization
I'm here to help make your home more comfortable and organized. With over 5 years of experience, I offer housekeeping services that include light cleaning, organizing spaces like pantries and closets, laundry care, kitchen cleaning, and changing bed linens. I also provide personalized meal prep services tailored to your family's...

Care Member says "When our nanny was our sick, we connected with Luciana via care.com and Luciana was able to cover for our nanny on a short notice. Our 10-months old...

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Angelica P.

Trustworthy House Cleaner

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
oven cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Angélica, I am here to offer you my cleaning services for houses, apartments, offices, condominiums, I have experience with more than 10 years and I have references and free estimates. I am a responsible, friendly person, focused on the details of your homes. I do it with love to leave your houses beautiful and...

Care Member says "Angelica did a great job on our apartment. Everything was so clean! I especially appreciated her attention to details like the window ledges and the...

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Madeline S.

Passionate Babysitter Dedicated To Caring For Your Little Ones

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello my name is Madeline I am 20 years old. I have babysat for families, friends and worked at a daycare since 2016. I am currently a junior in college pursuing my bachelors degree in Kinesiology . I have worked with babies from 3 months to children 12 years of age. I also spent two years babysitting and teaching ABA therapy...

Care Member says "Madeline is such a great worker! Always on time and truly loves working with children. She is truly a gem and we will miss her sweet and caring...

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Helen F.

Compassionate Caregiver Available

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
My first experience in working with the Senior population was caring for my mother in 2014. She had Dementia and that experience made me realize that my calling was to work with Seniors. Since then I have worked for Senior Helpers and In Home Supportive Services through San Mateo County I have worked with seniors who have...

Linda S. says "Helen has been hired to care for my husband 6 mornings a week. She goes to my husband's memory care facility and keeps him company, makes sure he has been...

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Heidi J.

Certified Elementary Teacher

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am in my 17th year of education . I have taught 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades, I have also held school leadership positions. I have been providing services as a babysitting and/or nanny for 25+ years. I have newborn through teen experience. References available upon request. I have been described by some of my...

Allison L. says "If you're able to get Heidi's help with your kids, you will have won the lottery! She is Just. That. Good. "

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Donna L.

Experienced Nanny Skilled With Special Needs Children

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi Parents! Finding quality care is taunting and I hope to alleviate some stress in this journey. I currently work with the Sunnyvale School District working with special needs students. I have three children of my own: elementary, middle and high school. In 2021, I worked as a nanny for a couple's first child at 5 weeks until...

Care Member says "She is really good with the infants! Her energy is really calm and composed and my baby immediately became calm. She is definitely professional and has...

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Mohammad A.

Truly Love Working With Young Kids, And I Approach Each Child As An Individual

Belmont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello Hello , international student with a genuine passion for children and extensive experience caring for newborns and toddlers. Over the course of three years, I've had the privilege of nurturing and looking after children, which has deepened my understanding of their needs and how to provide the best care possible. I am also...

Reagan P. says "Mo (Asma) is the BEST! She loves my kids as her own and is highly responsible and caring. She is a great driver, organizer and trustworthy. "

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Cecilyn O.

Sunnyvale, CA

4.3(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of house keeping experienced. Families that I have worked with really liked the way I worked. I worked and moved fast. I am very reliable and trustworthy person. I am open with background check on my performance. I hope you will try my services.

Thomas W. says "Cecilyn is an excellent employee. We hired her for weekly housekeeping for our 4bed 2bath home. She has worked for us for nearly 3 years. She is very...

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Tarin N.

Newborn Care Specialist - Night-nanny

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 29 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I specialize in overnight newborn care. I have over 28 years of experience working with newborns. I provide exceptional service, and I will give your little one all the attention needed. I provide feeding support, nursery organization, baby laundry, cleaning and sanitizing baby's bottles, and overnight care; good sleep habits...

Care Member says "We hired Tarin to care for our 2 month old at night. Tarin was amazing. She followed directions precisely and took great care of our little baby (until...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.02/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.8

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

Therapy Dogs in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Hope G.

We love Hope! Our 18mo son loves Hope! She cared for our son (and his rambunctious goldendoodle) for about a year before she had to move. We...

- John P.

Nourchene H.

Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is...

- Care member

Jena M.

Jena has been very helpful and thoughtful when she takes care of my disabled father. She is sweet and eager to assist in anyway she can. We...

- Nina N.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Palo Alto, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA is $29.02 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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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