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Lisa L.

Your All In One Super Nanny!

Ridge, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Lisa and I've been a nanny for over 10 years!!! I work with twins often as it seems to be my thing! I do light housework as needed, like child's laundry, organizing their closets, cleaning up their toys, washing whatever dishes they use or I use during the day and just the general straighten up. I've worked with...

Adam L. says "Lisa watched our son for three months this past fall (starting at about 14 months old) while we rented a house in Quogue in the fall of 2021. Within just a...

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Erica P.

A Little About Me

Ridge, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a mom of five beautiful children who are primarily in school full time, leaving me with extra time during the week to provide childcare services. With over 20 years of experience caring for children, I am confident in my ability to offer a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. I am available to...
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Megan J.

Part Time Caregiver

Ridge, NY

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a mother of two with a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I'm currently searching for a part time job during the week. I have three years of experience working with adults with disabilities in a group home setting, and seven months in community habilitation with the agency FREE. Recently I've started...
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Carol D.

Professional House Cleaner/ Organizer

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dusting
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 25+ years of experience cleaning both private and commercial properties, with a specialty in organizing. I've been blessed to have clients over 10+ years. I can accommodate one time, bi-weekly, or weekly clients. Please contact me so we can go over your needs and I can provide you with an estimate for my services, thank...

Care Member says "Carol is an amazing woman who comes to our home every week. We love her. Our Boxer dog loves her. She is like family. "

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Denise L.

Service With A Smile

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
Hello, I am very thorough, I actually like folding clothes, doing dishes, cooking, cleaning, it's all not a problem for me and do it with ease!

Nicolo I. says "Denise went above and beyond in completing her assignment for me. She was reliable, amiable, and put her best foot forward in doing the errands she was...

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Christina D.

Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!

Middle Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Specialized care
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings. I have experience with providing the...

Demme M. says "Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and...

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Brianna C.

Pet Care

Coram, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
Hello, I'm Brianna! I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and I am seeking occasional pet care opportunities. I have grown up with German Shepherds, bringing years of experience caring for dogs. I also cared for a guinea pig for 8 years and have been providing cat-sitting services for the past 5 years. I have two cats of my...

Austin K. says "Brianna watched my three Guinea pigs in her home while I was away for a week. She took very good care of them and answered my texts Punctually Every time...

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Sonya S.

Helping Hands

Manorville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
This reason I love taking care of people with everyday basic living needs is because I helped my mother up until her untimely passing. I'm available throughout the week with open availability and/or overnight. I do light housekeeping, laundry, bathing/shower/ bed bath, preparing/cook meals, feeding, non-smoker and can use hoyer...

Care Member says "Sonya took care of our 93 year old mom who needed assistance with all activities of daily living. Sonya was super attentive to mom and always went the...

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Samantha W.

Part-Time Caregiver

Selden, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
mobility assistance
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I love working with the elderly. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the patients I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CNA and BLS certifications, and 8 years' experience working with patients and assisting them with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc. I possess...

Care Member says "Samantha was kind and willing to give any help that was needed. I was very fortunate to have her."

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Tina M.

Coram, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a natural caregiver with over a decade of experience providing childcare services. I have a genuine passion for helping children grow and develop and find joy in creating a positive and nurturing environment for them. I am known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, which allows me to easily connect with...

Care Member says "She was wonderful helping my family of young children."

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Jane M.

Rocky Point, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been providing senior care for many years. I started with taking care of my parents. I drove them to the doctors and being their advocate. I helped them shop and prepared meals and clean the house for them. I have been providing care to others too doing the same services. I am reliable and dependable. Seniors need to be...

Care Member says "I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible care provided by Jane for my Dad. From the very first day, it was clear...

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Karen A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
Hello, I am seeking part-time or occasional pet care opportunities. I offer flexible daily visits for feeding, fresh water, and playtime. For those with dogs, I provide outdoor play sessions and dog walking. My dedication to animals extends to all pets, ensuring their comfort and happiness. Additionally, I offer boarding...
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Nicole P.

Compassionate And Experienced CNA Services

Mastic Beach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Greetings to All.. I am a CNA with over 20 years of experience.. I am flexible dependable trustworthy compassionate. Your Love one will be my main priority. I'm skilled In helping with medications, ambulatory needs, Showering, Taking Vital signs, cooking and housekeeping. Your Love one will be safe and treated with respect from...

Care Member says "Nicole is a godsend. She is excellent with my mother, who is 87 with severe dementia. She knows just what to say and do in any given situation. She is...

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Sely V.

Cleaner

Medford, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Arasely, I am a neat freak and love to clean. I organize, mop, vacuum/sweep, dust, wash dishes, carpet cleaning, steam mop and the list goes on. If you need it done I'm the person you want. If it requires more then I thought I'll definitely work with you and let you know what maybe needed. I am a nice easy...

David Q. says "Did a very good job very nice and well priced. "

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Karen A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am seeking part-time or occasional housekeeping opportunities. I have over a decade of experience, I specialize in comprehensive housekeeping services including organization, laundry, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and dishwashing. Please note, I do not provide cleaning supplies or equipment. Thank you for considering me...

Reenie K. says "I'm so pleased I found Karen.. not only is she friendly and kind she breeze's through the house and leaves nothing untouched. She's reliable and...

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Brittany T.

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
As a compassionate nurse, I understand the importance of comfort and care which are values I bring to every aspect of my work. Eager to lend a helping hand outside the hospital, I offer a range of services including cooking healthy meals, cleaning spaces for peace of mind, medication management, some levels of wound care and...

Rasheem M. says "Brittany goes above and beyond to ensure the individual in her care receives exceptional attention. My grandmother was her patient, and Brittany...

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Brianna C.

Tutoring

Coram, NY

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I'm Brianna! I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from Stony Brook University and currently work as a case manager with adolescents. In addition to my full-time job, I offer tutoring services for children 12 and under during evenings and weekends. With experience in test preparation, homework assistance, and reviewing...
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Tanya B.

Experienced And Loving Care Giver

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am an energetic mom of two grown children. I am retired with 20 years of service with the New York City Board of Education, working with the Universal Pre-K Program, as well as with the upper grades. After retiring, I knew that I had to return to what I do best and missed so dearly. I sought out and...

Stephanie K. says "Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from...

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Diane B.

Dog And Cat Caregiver

Calverton, NY

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker Services Provided: Dog Walking, Daily Visits, Potty Breaks, Dog Park Trips, Pet Taxi, Dog Beach Trips, Kitty Care, Overnights
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Meghan W.

Companion & Care Giver For Your Loved One!

Farmingville, NY

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$27/hr
7 years experience
Transportation
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Meghan, 30 years old. I take care of my grandfather who has dementia for 3 years now. I also work as a home health aide at East end disabilities since 2019. I am in school full time for my masters degree in occupational therapy. I'm interested in working with the elderly in the future as an occupational therapist so...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Ridge, NY

Therapy Dogs in Ridge, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Lisa L.

Lisa watched our son for three months this past fall (starting at about 14 months old) while we rented a house in Quogue in the fall of...

- Adam L.

Carol D.

Carol is an amazing woman who comes to our home every week. We love her. Our Boxer dog loves her. She is like family.

- Care member

Denise L.

Denise went above and beyond in completing her assignment for me. She was reliable, amiable, and put her best foot forward in doing the...

- Nicolo I.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ridge, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Ridge, NY, 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 Ridge, NY is $21.00 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 Ridge, NY. 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 Ridge, NY, 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 Ridge, NY, 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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