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Shahrzad S.

Child Development & Learning Support | Trained In Speech Therapy | 10+ Years Experience

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
13 years experience
Meal prep
Hello! My name is Shahrzad, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran, officially evaluated as equivalent to a U. S. Bachelor's degree. I'm a bilingual professional (English-Persian) with over 10 years of experience working with children in schools, clinics, hospitals,...
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San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Hi. I'm Diane. I have been a paid dog walker since February of 2019. (Because of family issues involving Covid 19, I took about 14 months off.) I have developed a real love for all dogs. Big, small, high energy, mellow, they're all precious! It is so fun to see all the dogs' personalities come out during our walks! I talk...

Karen F. says "I trust Diane with my dog and I'm very cautious about anyone who I'd let walk my dog! My dog is like my child, and I'm very pleased to say that she does a...

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Home Health Aide Available

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
errands
companionship
+ 1 more
~ Acute care hospital settings experienced working with all ages ~ Convalescent hospitals experienced working with older adults/ elderly ~ Private settings with home care - working with elderly ( provided companionship, cooking, assisted with activities of daily living, provided rehab and therapy ~ provided end of life care...

Kevin S. says "She took exceptional care of my father in his last years of his life. We really enjoyed having her as a caregiver and believe she will be a valuable...

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San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Compassionate, patient, and trustworthy professional with experience in therapy and special education.
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Mayra M.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Established strong relationships with clients by consistently delivering reliable and trustworthy pet sitting and dog walking services.
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Doreen M.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
Happy to help watch your pets during the day! I have a cat and love watching my families dogs when they are out of town. Services include watching pets when you are away and dog walking.
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Compassionate Care Provider

San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
respite care
I've been a live in care provider for a woman with dimentia who was very active and curious (lots of keeping an eye on her). I took her to concerts, galleries, doctor's appointments, made meals, spent hours with her Next I was a live in caregiver for a man in his late 80's: companion, meals, appointments, meds Last year I was a...
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Holiday Pet Sitter Available

San Jose, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I absolutely love animals - have always had both dogs and cats. I also have about several years of paid experience taking care of both dogs and cats. Looking to do check ins including feeding, medication dispensing, watering & mail service.
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Cat Sitter And Dog Walker For Summer!

San Jose, CA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Amanda, and I am a nursing major from San Jose State University, and I love animals! I have 2 kitties at home that I take care of with my partner, and I would love to get to know more cats in the area! I am available to cat-sit at your home for the summer, and I offer dog-walking services as well. With my...
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San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
Hello! I'm Zippara and I currently have 1 tuxedo cat. I love animals and I'm pretty flexible with animals. I have a lot of experience with cats, I have another one back at home but I'm willing to provide services to dogs as well!
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Compassionate Care

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
I provide personalized interaction and care. We can chat while I take care of their home and do laundry. Where possible, we can go for walks or do physical therapy exercises. I look forward to being there for your senior.
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Occasional Caregiver

San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi my name is Kaitlyn! I am a second year student for occupational therapy. I have worked as a teacher's aide over the summer for kids age (7-13). I also volunteer with summer camp and hospital rehab helping to care for kids and adults with disabilities.
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Patient, Caring, Flexible, And Fun Caregiver.

San Jose, CA

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$33/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
HI! I am a passionate caregiver studying public health education and child education. I enjoy servicing others. I feel that sharing acts of kindness and being open to letting others open up in their most authentic way, are things that enhance the world. I am a student to growing minds. Working not only with children, but with...
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San Jose, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I currently work as a Para Educator in the special needs department of Franklin McKinley School District with middle school age kids. I also have a background in ABA therapy witb children and young adults in a clinical setting. I love kiddos of all ages and work especially well with special needs children.
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Independent Nanny & Babysitter Available

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi there! I'm Christina, a caring and dependable childcare provider with a genuine love for children, their parents, and the overall benefit of the family unit. My past experience with children includes 10 + years of services like daycare assistance, in-home caregiving, coaching, tutoring and working with children on the...

Kerry S. says "Christina is wonderful!! My seven year old daughter just adores her. She is kind, respectful and fun! We have had her watch our daughter three times now...

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Teacher Ed/ Experience With Children With Developmental Challenges

San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
My career and passion for children with developmental challenges, started in 2015, where I started working with children under the autism spectrum. My knowledge has grown through the years. My exposure has taught me about speech, occupational and physical therapies, and fun activities to engage with children and families.
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Loving And Reliable Pet Sitter | Playtime, Walks & Care With Heart

San Jose, CA

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$19/hr
Grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Raquel, a true animal lover with experience caring for dogs and cats of all sizes and personalities. I provide reliable, loving pet sitting and dog walking services, always making sure your furry friends feel safe, happy, and well cared for while you're away. Whether it's a walk around the neighborhood, playtime,...
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San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
Ensuring your dog's comfort and happiness is my top priority. I am punctual, responsible, and empathetic, with one year of experience providing dog walking services. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and dietary needs. Should any concerns arise, I communicate immediately with you. I enjoy ensuring pets feel loved in their...
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San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience
Live-in home care
mobility assistance
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello I started working many years ago at a physical therapy clinic in San Jose, I was fortunate enough to be able to work one on one with our patients with their physical therapies needs. That's where my passion grew more and more it brought me so much satisfaction being able to help others. I have experience in skilled...

Care Member says "I hired Adriana to care for my mother, who was severely ill. It was the best decision I ever made. She was very professional and caring. "

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San Jose, CA

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
Caring for animals is my passion. , I provide pet sitting, walking, transportation, boarding, and dog training services. I am skilled in caring for dogs, cats, and fish. I treat every pet as if they were my own, ensuring a safe and consistent routine while reinforcing positive behaviors. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules...
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  • 212 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.34/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in San Jose, CA

Therapy Dogs in San Jose, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 114 reviews of the 212 listed therapy dogs

Diane W.

I trust Diane with my dog and I'm very cautious about anyone who I'd let walk my dog! My dog is like my child, and I'm very pleased to say...

- Karen F.

Monica T.

She took exceptional care of my father in his last years of his life. We really enjoyed having her as a caregiver and believe she will...

- Kevin S.

Christina N.

Christina is wonderful!! My seven year old daughter just adores her. She is kind, respectful and fun! We have had her watch our daughter...

- Kerry S.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in San Jose, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA is $27.34 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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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