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Vanessa J.

Lets Get This Paw-ty Started!

Placentia, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
One year ago I began my volunteer journey with the Santa Cruz animal shelter where I got trained to work with dogs from all different walks of life! Shortly after I began a dog walking service and I am continuing that service on this platform! I am an animal lover and hope to take your of your pet soon!
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Part Time Caregiver

Placentia, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
home modification
specialized care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
My grandparents were very involved in my childhood. At first they were just more adults, with restrictions and my brother and I acted like hoodlums in their midst. However, as I got older and gained more independence and my curiosity grew, I began asking my grandparents about their childhood, and their families, and life...
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Placentia, CA

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$8/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am an experienced animal caregiver with over three years of hands-on experience fostering animals, as well as caring for my own pets. My background includes kennel training dogs, providing in-home boarding, and offering reliable home visitations. I prioritize daily communication with families and love sending updates and...
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Reading Specialist Including Dyslexia

Placentia, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I love getting to work with kids! I am a credentialed Educational Specialist and a Certificated Reading Specialist with 20+years of experience. I've taught in the classroom, small groups, and 1:1. My passion is to help struggling students including those with Dyslexia and Autism. I also have experience providing ABA therapy...
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Placentia, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi sweet OC families! My name is Abby and I am looking for a long-term full-time nannying position in North OC starting in September. I absolutely adore kids and am very kind, compassionate, creative, and fun. I would love to make a difference for your family and pour love and support into your children. I have a lot of...
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Placentia, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm a Mommy, teacher, and caregiver. I've been cleared by the state and the DOJ. I love getting to work with and care for kiddos, adults, and animals. I have a daughter, 28 and a son, 26. TEACHING I'm a Credentialed Educational Specialist and Reading Specialist with 20+ years of experience. I have extensive experience...
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Placentia, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Sydnee i'm currently 21 years old. I love children and furry friends I'm currently in college as a psychology major and have hopes of becoming a child grief specialist after graduation. I used work at a daycare for about 2 years and I absolutely loved it and in high school I gained community service hours tutoring...
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Placentia, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Jackie, a responsible and caring college student studying Psychology with a Minor in Early Childhood Education at Cal State Fullerton. I have a passion for working with children and am excited to offer babysitting services to local families. With experience in both casual babysitting (ages -1 - 13) and working at an...
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ABOUT ME

Placentia, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Angel, I live in Placentia, CA. I'm 22 years old and an aspiring pediatric nurse looking for a part-time position. I currently work with 2 families during weekday afternoons/evenings, and my availability will decrease in Jan 2026 as I begin the spring semester at Cypress College. Availability: • Mon: All day •...
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Senior Caregiver

Buena Park, CA

4.1(1)
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$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, mature woman working as a Senior Care Provider for over 10 year. My focus is to provide the best care & efficient services to each of my client's. I am a certified Culinary Chef. My experience includes working with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, MS, Physically Challenged. I have TB Clearance,...

Ken M. says "Stephanie is very dependable, very knowledgeable, and very conscientious. She was willing to work as much as we needed her while caring for both my mother...

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Fullerton, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I recently moved to Orange County, California and am working full-time in Nutrition Services for one of the local school districts. My role involves helping prepare the food in the central kitchen and driving out to schools in the district to help serve the food to the kids. I am also taking part-time classes at Irvine Valley...

Angela B. says "Avery did such a great job caring for my 6 month old. She brought her own toys and books to read. She was very nice and attentive."

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Brea, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am located in Brea Ca , Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With 8 years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide. I'm passionate about supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. My approach is patient, compassionate, and professional. I provide...

Jennifer M. says "Liliana was reliable and professional. She helped my dad get his medical treatment during a very stressful time. It was such a relief to have someone...

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Brea, CA

4.2(1)
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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Camila. I am 27 years old. I am very polite, honest, reliable, creative, happy individual with 5 years of experience as a babysitter. I started first in a childcare with my community service, taking care of kids between 4-5 years old. After that a lot of experiences with children of different ages including: newborns,...

Sierra T. says "Maria has been very professional and kind hearted and such a joy for my child! Her presence is so warm and positive! We would recommend her to anyone!"

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Reliable , Organized, Efficient, & Domestically Inclined

Buena Park, CA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
oven cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I am your Girl Friday. I am reliable, organized, efficient, and domestically inclined. I provide services to make your life easier, so you can have more time with your family and loved ones. Meal Preparation also available to families! Sincerely, Stephanie
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Senior Care

Brea, CA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Roxanne and I have over six years of experience caring for seniors through IHSS, in addition to four years supporting private clients and three years as a live-in caregiver for my mother, who had Alzheimer's. I provide attentive, personalized care while helping clients maintain dignity, comfort, and...

Lynda P. says "We love this lady, always on time never lets us down and gentle with my mother, we have her every other day!"

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La Habra, CA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! I've been providing babysitting services through Care. com for over a year, caring for children from 5 months to 10 years old. I'm experienced with after-school activities, light housekeeping, meal prep, bedtime routines, homework help, and more. I enjoy cooking and can provide balanced, nutritious meals and snacks...

Care Member says "We love Sienna! She was always punctual and reliable and took great care of our son. "

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Full-Time Babysitter

Fullerton, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
My name is Liliana and I know how hectic schedules can be. I am a very creative, enthusiastic, energetic person. I love working with children, they are little rays of sunshine that can light anyone's day. I used to volunteer at a church daycare which gave me lot of experience caring for infants and toddlers of many ages and...

Care Member says "We enjoyed working with Liliana. Though it was our first time, our toddler warmed up to Liliana fairly quickly. She was communicative, helpful and...

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La Habra, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
home modification
personal care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Marina, I am a licensed caregiver/ Medical Technician at Morning Side senior living in Brea. , I have 20 years of experience working with the elderly with Dementia , Alzheimer, Parkinson's Able to provide exceptional service in all types of ADLs.. I will be able to provide excellent references , from past clients...

Sue G. says "My mother was not accepting the fact that she needed a caregiver, even part time. It did not take long for her to warm up to Marina. Marina is warm,...

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Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
visiting physician
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...

Lorena P. says "Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."

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Santa Ana, CA

4.4(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 42 families in your area
General room cleaning
dusting
oven cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Guadalupe, and I have good experience on cleaning houses, I used to help my mother with cleaning houses during the summer when I was a little girl I learned from the best who kept cleaning for 55 year's some houses she still had them it was me and her cleaning tell she got really sick I moved to lake forest, I...

Jill M. says "Her attention to detail is amazing. She loves dogs and I have one that sheds a lot. She vacuumed all the furniture and throw pillows. Furniture and rugs...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.22/hr as of February 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Placentia, CA

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

Stephanie G.

Stephanie is very dependable, very knowledgeable, and very conscientious. She was willing to work as much as we needed her while caring for...

- Ken M.

Avery S.

Avery did such a great job caring for my 6 month old. She brought her own toys and books to read. She was very nice and attentive.

- Angela B.

Liliana G.

Liliana was reliable and professional. She helped my dad get his medical treatment during a very stressful time. It was such a relief to...

- Jennifer M.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Placentia, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in Placentia, 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 Placentia, CA is $21.22 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 Placentia, 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 Placentia, 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 Placentia, 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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