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Leslie H.

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...

Linda W. says "She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

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Fun And Creative Caregiver

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi folks! My full-time care job that started at 8 weeks with a beautiful infant is transitioning to part-time daycare! I am so happy for him! I specialize in early infant care from 8 weeks to 18 months. I have my own fully furnished home environment for infants including crib, playpen, puppets, outdoor play area with sand and...

Care Member says "Kiersten is fabulous with our 2 year old -- she is always asking when we will see her again. She projects calm in an atmosphere that can sometimes be...

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ONE DAY A WEEK COMPANIONSHIP

Cumberland, RI

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
respite care
dementia
hospice services
I am a Companion and a certified End-of-Life Doula. Also certified through the Alzheimer's Association Person-Centered Dementia Care Training Program which is built around evidence-based practices that provide quality dementia care. My goal is to increase the quality of life for your loved one. I provide non-medical support,...

Phoebe P. says "Lisa is thoughtful, intelligent, kind, patient. My dad is in his early 80s and they are working together on downsizing. He loves, loves, loves, loves,...

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Seekonk, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Emily and I am 25 years old! I have a bachelors in Public Health with a minor in Communications and Nutrition. I have 9+ years experience with children ages 2m-10 yrs! I have Nannied for many families some long term some short term based on their needs. I have my newborn and child CPR First Aid certifications...

Martha P. says "Emily has been an excellent nanny for our 15-month old with specific medical needs. She always has him laughing and engaging in new activities for his...

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Love Animals

Warwick, RI

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
I have a good vibe with animals, I love dogs and I love taking care of them. It's good therapy to go for a walk with them.
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Johnston, RI

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Morgan. I recently graduated from college with a neuroscience decree, and I am taking a year off before attending Physical Therapy school. My priority is to ensure that your pets are loved and well taken care of. Message me to learn more!
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Johnston, RI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I'm excited to offer my babysitting services to your family. With about two to three years of experience babysitting children aged 2 to 10, including my cousins and friends' kids, I have learned how to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. In the past I've also worked as a youth...
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Pet Sitter/dog Walker

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have house sat for a couple on a pet care services and family friends. I love going for long walks and often take my aunts dogs with me. I can over night house/dog sit, dog walk, or visit to feed, let the dog out, and light clean up if the dog had an accident inside.
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Providence, RI

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have a deep love for animals, having grown up on a farm! I am currently in grad school for my doctorate in occupational therapy, missing my animals back home! I'd love to care for your pets!
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Cumberland, RI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Julia and I'm a huge animal lover with plenty of hands-on experience caring for pets. I worked for a year and a half, where I provided dog walking, daycare, and pet sitting services. Through my experience, I've cared for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, ensuring they get the exercise, attention, and...
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Johnston, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Kassandra but I go by Ms. Kass I am Special education paraprofessional with a background in providing ABA therapy to children and adults diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
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Providence, RI

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Rachel, I have worked with children for 4 years. I have nannied/ babysat from infants to pre-teens. Some of my responsibility have included driving to/from school, crafts, meal preparation and doing lots of fun activities. I also have previous experience working in a daycare in which I have taken courses and...
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Alden C.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting services. I love animals and I can feed them, bathe them, walk them, and most definitely play with them.
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Providence, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Julia I'm a warm, compassionate, and experienced caregiver with a lifelong dedication to supporting older adults. I've spent over 18 years working in healthcare, 13 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medication Technician, and the past 8 years as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. I'm currently a...
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Caring And Loving

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey my name is Antonia. I just graduated from UNH with a degree in psychology - I'm not sure what I want to do yet but what I do know is that I love animals, especially dogs! I just moved to Providence with my little dachshund Blue - I adore her so much, she's the best little puppy ever. Fun fact , I'm from Germany so I'm fluent...
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Reliable Pet Sitter

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
2 years of child care, 5+ years of customer service, and a lifetime of pet care. I am confident in my ability to care for your pets!
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A Patient And Attentive Sitter, Who Is Also A Lot Of Fun!

Providence, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! I have over 10 years of experience working with kids as a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, after school teacher and currently at a therapy clinic. I enjoy connecting with kids through arts and crafts, outdoor activities, and play while assisting parents with their needs. Please message me if you would like to get...
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Pawtucket, RI

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$15/hr
Hello! I'm Gabrielle, a reliable and detail-oriented individual offering errand and odd job services. I'm happy to help with: - Grocery shopping - Household chores - Dog walking/pet care - Laundry - Meal prep - Light housekeeping - Running errands (post office, dry cleaning, etc.) - Miscellaneous tasks Let me help you save...
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Babysitter/ Dog Sitter

Attleboro, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am a speech-language pathologist in Massachusetts working in early intervention with children birth-3 yo. I have done this since graduating from graduate school with my masters in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have worked in EI since July 2018 but have been furloughed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and have been home...
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Experienced, Energetic Caregiver Seeking Part-time Hours

Pawtucket, RI

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$15/hr
7 years experience
My experience includes: *Pediatric occupational therapy assistant (Associate's degree in OT) *1 year experience coordinating a non-profit children's hospital in Guatemala *3. 5 years experience providing in-home OT services to children from birth-age 3 with a wide variety of medical/developmental issues (autism, ADHD, Down...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Rumford, RI

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

Leslie H.

She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.

- Linda W.

Kiersten M.

Kiersten is fabulous with our 2 year old -- she is always asking when we will see her again. She projects calm in an atmosphere that can...

- Care member

Lisa F.

Lisa is thoughtful, intelligent, kind, patient. My dad is in his early 80s and they are working together on downsizing. He loves, loves,...

- Phoebe P.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Rumford, RI

To find a therapy dog near you in Rumford, RI, 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 Rumford, RI is $15.00 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 Rumford, RI. 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 Rumford, RI, 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 Rumford, RI, 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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