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60 therapy dogs are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $23/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Portland, ME
Christy R.
Portland, ME
$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available Tues/Thurs All Day & Mon/Wed/Fri Afternoons
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Christy & I have 9 years professional childcare experience. I am from Boston but have now relocated to Portland. Bachelor's in Early Childhood Ed and Master's in Elementary Ed. I hold teaching licenses in Elementary 1-6, Moderate Disabilities K-8, and Theater K-12. 9 Years professional nannying experience with school...
Christy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I am a recent graduate of Bard College, where I studied French Literature and Language, as well as visual arts and music (specifically Jazz). I recently relocated back to Portland, and am excited to resume my work in childcare. I have a range of experience in childcare, including working as a camp counselor, as a nanny, as a...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Being blessed with 7 younger nephews of all ages is where I began to understand how to care for others. The more I was asked to babysit, the more I had wanted to learn and take responsibility for taking care of my nephews, they sure showed me how many needs a child can have! I was already experienced with keeping my mind on a...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm offering childcare/nanny services for the summer months from June 3 - mid Aug. for one child under 3 yrs (open to discussion). Hours available are roughly 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (flexible). Care will be provided in your home. I'm a licensed elementary education teacher, prior special education teacher, board...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Merril A.
Portland, ME
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse; Big Smile & Holistic Approach
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Combined 25 yrs registered nurse, chaplain specializing in home health, geriatrics, dementia/alzheimer's, chronic health issues, home care, assisted living, transportation, food planning, errands, cooking, respite, mvmnt/exercise support, organizing medication routine, emotional & spiritual support, elder depression, fear, mood...
Merril can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was...
Elaine I.
Clara S.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm Looking For A Part Time Child Care Position And Would Love To Work With You And Your Family!
Hi! I'm a 21-year-old art student living in Portland. I spent this past summer working at a daycare and I have been babysitting for the past 6 years. I have work experience with children aged 4mo to 12 years old but I especially love working with younger kids 6mo-5yrs. I love to combine creativity and learning into play time and...
Clara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Growing up, I always had the opportunity to take care of the children in the family, and I would be the first one to volunteer to babysit. Around the age of 12, my mother launched her home Daycare services. I've wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember. It wasn't until the onset of the pandemic that I gave it a shot....
Rabiah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
I have been the owner/operator of a residential cleaning business for the past 3 years and I am looking to find supplemental work for the slower winter months. I have built strong relationships with my cleaning clients through open communication and consistency. I am available for general errands and house/pet sitting services....
Katherine M.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience running my own residential cleaning business in Southern Maine. Most of my clients are recurring clients scheduled bi-weekly or monthly and I also provide short term rental cleaning services. I provide all my own equipment and products and enjoy building a relationship with my clients in order to...
Katherine can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Passionate about having fun, while being a positive role model, I believe in more time spent reading, outside, and being creative. I am currently in graduate school for occupational therapy. Through this journey, I have gained a lot of experience with little ones! I have nannied full time for two families, completed an...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is incredibly reliable and dependable. She always gives clear communication about her availability and schedule, and my kids love her! I highly recommend her."
Sirena S.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Please note I am a Registered Medical Assistant, that option was not available.
I have been a middle school teacher and a RMA.
I have a powerful work ethic. Therefore I am reliable, dependable, trustworthy and dedicated.
I have a positive attitude about most things. I make lemonade.
My passions are yoga, reading, gardening (...
Jodi can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"If you are lucky enough to find that Jodi is available, do not hesitate to hire her. Our 88 y o mother (and really our whole family) was blessed to have Jodi as her caregiver. She is so warm, patient and personable, always arriving on time and with a smile (and...
Margie B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in home management services for over 30 years now. I am comfortable dealing with large homes to small condos, making sure to be careful with details you request and your priorities first. I can make my own natural cleaning supplies or use what you already have. Besides what is listed and checked in my job...
Venita can also help with: Attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Venita is quite simply the best provider of house-cleaning and -managing services I've ever hired in over 25 years of hiring people in this domain. She is smart, fast, deeply knowledgeable about products, warm, and thorough. I cannot possibly recommend her highly...
Amy E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Occupational Therapist with 10 years experience working in an acute physical rehabilitation hospital. I can assist with anything from functional exercise to bathing and dressing, healthy meal prep to good conversation. I am here for comfort and care, or helping you accomplish meaningful tasks by your side while ensuring...
Torie can also help with: Dementia, home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Torie is amazing. She is kind, caring, communicative, super competent, and a great multi-tasker. She is a true salt of the earth person."
Julianne M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lilly and I have 8 years of experience working with young children ranging from 3 weeks through 12 years of age. I currently work as a Ed Tech for the Scarbrough school district. My previous years have been spent working as a childcare center assistant director, infant teacher and lastly a nanny for a young...
Lyriam can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Highly recommend Lilly to any family seeking care. She is punctual, educated, respectful and has grace. She is so good with a range of ages and does well with multiple kiddos. Has great communication and re-enforces structure and boundaries when needed and...
Stephanie M.
Emma C.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$22-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a senior at Connecticut College. I am graduating in May and moving back to Cape Elizabeth, Maine! I have been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for 6 years, and I absolutely love working with kids! I am working at Cape Elizabeth Community Services Summer Rec Camp this summer and I am available on weekends, or...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is intelligent, active, responsible, reliable, trustworthy and can handle kid behaviors calmly and competently. And she has a great sense of humor. We love her and hope she returns to our area!!!! My kids are very particular and both love Emma ❤️🌟❤️. "
Care member
Dear community,
I am an Educational Technician III at a Maine public school, with a Bachelor's in Anthropology from UMass Amherst (2013) and a Master's in Liberal Arts from St. John's College (2022).
I have experience with students K-12 in various settings (public school, private home, summer camps, weekend camps, afterschool...
Elizabeth H.
Scarborough, ME
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Qualified Caregiver With OT Experience, And A Gentle Nature, That Will Treat You Like Family
I have been working in occupational therapy for over 10+ years, mostly in skilled nursing facilities, but also hospitals. I've worked both as a therapist, and also as the Director of Rehabilitation. These skills and knowledge will allow me to provide care that is truly unparalleled. My experience in OT, which focuses on ADLS...
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Gained thorough experience working along with an experienced housekeeper for a family in Prout's Neck. Services included: vacuuming, mopping, laundry, organizing, errands, grocery
Lavert can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
I have been pet sitting for 3 years. This includes dogs, cats, fish, hamsters etc.! I have done overnight stays for up to 3 weeks at a time, and have built strong bonds with the pets that I care for. I like to prioritize physical activity to ensure the greatest health for your pets. My services include long and short term pet...
Violet can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most of my professional work experience is in interior design project management. Simply put, I love the look of a clean home and believe it's single handedly the key for happiness. Since moving to Portland, Maine, I've desired to work for myself and find fulfillment through these services I now offer. I value the relationships...
Anisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Portland, ME
Merril A.
5.0
My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was superior.
Merril was here when the...
- Elaine I.
Danielle B.
5.0
Danielle is incredibly reliable and dependable. She always gives clear communication about her availability and schedule, and my kids love her! I highly recommend her.
- Sirena S.
Jodi A.
5.0
If you are lucky enough to find that Jodi is available, do not hesitate to hire her. Our 88 y o mother (and really our whole family) was blessed to have Jodi as her caregiver. She is so warm, patient and personable, always arriving on time and with a smile (and also at times with flowers out of her...
- Margie B.
Venita G.
5.0
Venita has been working for us for a year and a half and we're so grateful to have her! She's very detail oriented, extremely thorough, respectful of your needs and always willing to do more. We couldn't ask for more from her and highly recommend her!
- Julie M.
Torie C.
5.0
Torie is amazing. She is kind, caring, communicative, super competent, and a great multi-tasker. She is a true salt of the earth person.
- Julianne M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Portland, ME
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Portland, ME?
To find a therapy dog near you in Portland, ME, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Portland, ME?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Portland, ME is $23.06 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Portland, ME?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Portland, ME. 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Portland, ME receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Portland, ME, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Portland, ME help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Portland, ME, 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.
Ratings for Portland, ME therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Portland, ME are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.