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Ashley C.

Saco, ME

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My names Ashley! I am a full-time college student at University of Southern Maine, I major in health science with 2 minors, biology and holistic health. I'm from Rangeley, Maine. I've grown up with pets in my household ever since I was little. I have 3 boxers back at home. I enjoy being around dogs and love taking care of...
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Saco, ME

from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have enjoyed working with many animals for pet sitting services mostly cats & dogs. I am not certified in anything specific for taking care of pets however I work in healthcare. I love animals and have 5 of my own cats!
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Pet Care

Saco, ME

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have walked dogs from time to time, I can provide feeding, walking, and sitting services. I also have cats of my own and can provide feeding and sitting care as well. I hope to hear from you soon!
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Compassionate Caregiver

Saco, ME

from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
PSS certified- Maine- June 2022 I am a home provider (over 2 years) through Living Innovations and the State. Assist client with daily living. Regular background checks I enjoy working with seniors. I was a 1:1 caregiver through Comfort Keepers Nov. 2020 - May 2021 caring for seniors in their own homes. - Personal Support for...
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Short Term Rental Turnover Specialty

Saco, ME

from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
oven cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Experience in housekeeping at resorts and bed and breakfast. I have my own Air BnB and want to provide cleaning services to other hosts so they can have worry free cleaning and preserve great ratings.
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Evelyn

Saco, ME

from
$23/hr
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Evelyn, I am Colombian and I offer my cleaning services to keep your house in order, trying to keep everything in its place.
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Saco, ME

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Responsible babysitter with experience in caring for children. I've cared for many kids over the years with all different age groups. Making our time fun, and engaging in activities with lots of laughter. I have my associate degree in Human Services and taught Sunday school. Trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for...
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Senior Care

Saco, ME

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mobility assistance
personal care
companionship
Although I am a teacher now, I worked in this area from 2006-2009. I was trained as a CNA at Mercy Hospital. I worked at both Mercy and SMMC. I also worked in dementia service. I am quite fond of the work, especially if it is nearby and seek to do it again on weekends. I am a special ed teacher with 3 grown children.
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Saco, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
I have many years experience caring for the elderly and children. I'm the oldest of 4 and babysat my siblings frequently, but also have babysat for many others as well. As a nurse I have experience caring for special needs children that require nursing services. I am CPR certified, have had multiple background checks, and...
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Senior Care Lover

Saco, ME

2.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
My name is Hannah I have 5 years of experience. I have worked in nursing homes, Assisted living and In home care. I can help with Transportation Services, Bathing/Dressing, Meal preparing and Laundry. I love spending time with older people because it is the most rewarding job I have ever had. I ENJOY hearing old stories and...
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Senior Care Provider/End Of Life In Home Care Specialist

Old Orchard Beach, ME

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
I have my associates degree in Human services. I am a certified home health aide. I have worked with the elderly for over 20 years. I am a compassionate, friendly out going person. I have excellent credentials. I have a spotless driving record and you can check my background on care. com My schedule can vary upon job. I am also...
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Biddeford, ME

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
Hi, I have been providing pet care services for 12+ years! I offer a variety of solutions for your Pet Care needs and I would love the opportunity to talk w/you!

Lauren Q. says "I have known Crystal for 20+ years and one thing is for certain, she has always been an animal lover! Animals are a part of the family and take as much...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Biddeford, ME

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
I have provided in-home support services to seniors for the past two years. I really enjoy learning what I can do to make the care receiver's day-to-day life be as comfortable and interesting as possible. For example, one of my past experiences was with a man who had Alzheimer's and we would spend a 10 hour day together while...

Amy L. says "Pat was wonderful with my grandmother Eva. Eva broke her hip a few months ago and needed some extra help as she healed. Pat took over her morning routine so...

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Senior Caregiver

Old Orchard Beach, ME

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Denise. I have my degree in Human Services. I have 20 years of experience working with the elderly. I am outgoing, kind, friendly and compassionate. I am a certified Home Health Aide and experienced End of Life professional. I will care for your parents/ grandparents as if they were my own. My duties include,...

Amy L. says "Denise was wonderful with my grandmother. She took great care of her while my husband and I went away for a night. My grandmother E is 100 and is just a few...

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Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

Hollis Center, ME

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children with special needs for the past 5 years. More specifically, I am a certified Speech and Language therapy assistant which has given me so much experience. I find any gains children accomplish extremely rewarding, and love the look on their face when they have achieved something they have been...

Krista D. says "Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year....

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Biddeford, ME

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Aliya. I'm very experienced nanny. I am energetic and positive person who will provide full care, safety and development of any child ages 1 through 10. I teach my baby skills of self-service, writing, spelling, reading, drawing. I can properly organize the daily routine of the child: walks, cooking and feeding,...

Kishara N. says "Always reliable and on time, my daughter liked her a lot. She was very flexible with my schedule"

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I Take The Messy Worries Away

Kennebunkport, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Changing bed linens
dusting
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I can provide general house cleaning, laundry, organizing and more for you so your time can be spent the way you want. I cleaned homes for about 6 years with my longtime friend Lu(for which I can provide a reference). My service area covers Portland/Cape Elizabeth to Wells. I have my own proven cleaning products and equipment to...

Erin F. says "Michele was fantastic. She just came in and cleaned what needed to be cleaned."

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Dedicated Caregiver

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
meal prep
personal care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Caring for elders is my passion because I enjoy spending time with them. I have worked overnights for many clients and am happy to provide a range of services. I have two grown children and have lived in Gorham for 19 years. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Melissa P. says "I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she...

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Part-time Caregiver Available for Help With Daily Life, Appointments and Visits!

Biddeford, ME

from
$20/hr
Transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
My only experience in caring for a senior is the time that I was able to be with my father during his last several years. He and my mom would come to their summer home in Ocean Park, Maine every summer. In 2005 my father fell while walking his dog and broke his neck. He had no nerve damage, but this of course, was the beginning...
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Housekeeping Profile

Old Orchard Beach, ME

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I did housekeeping in high school and, as a housewife, I have been housekeeping for 28 years. During the summer of 2010, I worked Saturdays cleaning condo rentals for a cleaning service. I am a licensed practical nurse and have done home care for the elderly, which involved laundry and light housekeeping. I also do dog walking...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.70/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 2.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Saco, ME

Therapy Dogs in Saco, ME are rated 2.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Cj K.

I have known Crystal for 20+ years and one thing is for certain, she has always been an animal lover! Animals are a part of the family and...

- Lauren Q.

Pat D.

Pat was wonderful with my grandmother Eva. Eva broke her hip a few months ago and needed some extra help as she healed. Pat took over her...

- Amy L.

Denise W.

Denise was wonderful with my grandmother. She took great care of her while my husband and I went away for a night. My grandmother E is 100...

- Amy L.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Saco, ME

To find a therapy dog near you in Saco, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Saco, ME is $19.70 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 Saco, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Saco, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Saco, 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.

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