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Mabely M.

Hello, I Offer House Cleaning Services.

Henrico, VA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
General room cleaning
oven cleaning
kitchen cleaning
move-out cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
Hi, I'm Mabely from Bright & Easy Cleaning Service. I've been in this industry for over 8 years. I'd love to help you transform your home into a clean and safe place. I'd describe my personality as I am responsible, understanding and friendly I like caring for homes because I like to provide quality service and transform...
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Tawanda W.

Pet Care

Richmond, VA

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
Hello, I'm new to offering pet care services to the community; however, I have always had my own pets to include 1 dog and several cats. Currently, I have 2 cats living in my home. One I recently adopted from RAL. My chihuahua passed this year at the age of 16. I completed medication administration for seizures during the many...
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Becca D.

Richmond, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Becca, I am a 22-year-old VCU student starting my first year of physical therapy school. I have about 1 year of experience babysitting three children between 3-12 years old. I received a BS in kinesiology and masters in kinesiology for individuals with disabilities from UVA. I also worked at the UVA...
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Chloe C.

Offer Many Services With A Great Amount Of Experience

Richmond, VA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
I have been tutoring in the subjects of literature, history, psychology, basic algebra and organic sciences. I have taught high school, college, and G. E. D. students over the course of seven years. I have worked with both mentally and physically disabled and am certified in sign language an ESL.
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Taylor T.

Richmond, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
organization
Hello, my name is Taylor T. I offer thorough cleaning services that cover every corner of your home. From the living room to the bathroom, I'll dust, sweep, mop, and scrub to make sure your space is comfortable and clean. You can count on me to be dependable and detail-oriented, giving you peace of mind and more free time to...
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Jennifer K.

Experienced Former Teacher

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been a nanny for 9 years now, ranging in ages 2-9. Most of my families have had some sort of special accommodations, such as autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, speech delay and/or autoimmune disorders, so I am very comfortable with learning medical needs and even assisting with physical therapy or speech therapy routines. On...

Care Member says "We have been incredibly fortunate to have Jen care for our son as part of a nanny share, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! From the very...

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Carolyn B.

Engaged And Fun Sitter

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare . I can help with light housekeeping. I worked at Westminster Canterbury Child Development center for 12 years. I am knowledgeable in Conscious Discipline and have my First Aid and CPR Certificate. I also have an Associate degree in Human Services and a CDA degree for Infants and...

Care Member says "Carolyn is absolutely amazing! She has been caring for my two boys for a few months and they always enjoy when some comes over. She helps with...

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Nicole R.

VIP- Senior Care Provider

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
personal care
I have 20 years of healthcare experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I have supervisor and manager skills. medication certified, CPR, covid-19 vaccinated.

Meg G. says "Nicole was hired to care for my husband while I was on a trip. She slept over several nights and attended him for a few hours on several days. She showed...

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Jenna C.

Experienced Sitter With Years Of Veterinary Assistant Experience.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Boarding
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I am currently a veterinary assistant and my passion involves providing the best care possible for your pet! I have been in the vet field for six years and have been providing pet sitting services for five years. Along with overnight stays and daytime sitting, I provide basic grooming needs such as baths, nail trims, and...

Diane H. says "Jenna is gentle, sweet, and skilled. I have a Tuxedo cat named Stanley who is 1 year old this month. I needed somebody who would be willing to come to my...

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Sue Z.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Virginia native living in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widly experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a nanny and...

Megan L. says "I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start....

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Peggy M.

Senior Care

Glen Allen, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
visiting physician
+ 1 more
I am a licensed CNA with CPR certification. I have 20 years of in-home healthcare, with training tailored to Total Disability, rehabilitation services, Alzheimer's, wound care, stroke rehabilitation, hospice, and oncology. I take pride in assisting the elderly. My past experiences have been in all facets of primary care,...

Amy S. says "Peggy was truly a gift for our family in a very tough time. She was loving and patient with our sometimes testy Dad and I can't imagine going through his...

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Monica F.

Bubbly Personality And Excellent Caregiver

Glen Allen, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Monica I pride myself on being hardworking and patient. I am a certified nursing assistant and hold CPR certification. My experience as a caregiver spans various settings, including rehabilitation facilities, long-term care centers, and providing care in the comfort of clients' homes. I offer transportation...

Martha L. says "Monica is professional, dependable, and an excellent communicator. She works with my 90 yr old mother who has late stage dementia. Monica works from...

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Zaferia Z.

Hi There! My Name Is Zaferia

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
but you can call me Zaf! I'm an easy going lady who loves to laugh and have fun! Which is probably why I enjoy children's company so much. Playing and learning with children of all ages is highly rewarding for me. Early childhood development has always been an interest of mine and I started sitting at around 14. I try my best to...

Sara F. says "Zaf watched my daughter who is currently 13 from the time she was approximately 1 years old until she was approximately 9 years old. I always felt...

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Garnet W.

Henrico, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
personal care
+ 1 more
I am an alumna of Long Island University in New York. I majored in Nursing and Psychology. With over 23 years of experience, I continue to provide exceptional care for the sick and elderly in hospitals, nursing homes and residences. I have worked as a counselor with The Center for Family Support and Birch Family Services serving...

Karen C. says "She is really great at what she does and it shows how much she cares."

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Rachel H.

Professional Seeking Periodic Caretaking Opportunities In The Richmond Area

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rachel, I'm 27 years old, and I am a Board-Certified Music Therapist working in the health care industry. I currently work as a PRN music therapist and am looking to provide additional care for families in need of extra assistance. I have 18+ years of caretaking experience with children ranging from newborns to...

Brian G. says "Rachel was our nanny for two summers for our son and a few other families and she was AMAZING!!! The kids loved her so much and were always excited to see...

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Katelyn S.

Pet Care

Mechanicsville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello my name is Katelyn! I'm a rising junior at James Madison University as an Elementary Education Major. I provide pretty much any service in regards to taking care of your pets. I dog walk, pet sit during the day and overnight, visit daily, potty breaks, feed, take to appointments, etc. My experience includes having owned...

Sarah C. says "Katelyn was amazing with my dog while my family and I went on vacation. She is very dependable, and my lab absolutely adores her. Would hire again."

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Sue Z.

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
light cleaning
respite care
I am a Virginia native living primarily in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widely experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a...

Al S. says "Sue was fantastic. On time, great conversationalist, and you can tell she really loves what she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone. "

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Tauhidah A.

CNA

Chester, VA

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
home modification
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My qualifications and experiences include: Senior care, rehabilitation, respite, hospice, home transition, direct personal care, safe transportation, medical appointments, medication reminders, vital signs, etc. Med tech, CPR, first aid, TOVA training, up to date medical in services, rehabilitation and medical equipment...
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Alicia P.

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Available

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Prior to having my own children, I have had plenty of experience with caregiving. I am the eldest of 4 and have always taken a nurturing role. I spent most of junior high and high school babysitting neighborhood children, and became a nanny at the age of 18 years old for about 4 years, until I pursued my education in pastry. I...

Cecily F. says "Alicia is a gem and is absolutely phenomenal! She has helped me when I have to travel to Richmond for work. I currently live in Dallas, TX, but travel to...

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Brenda B.

Cna

Richmond, VA

3.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I have experience with long-term care, bedside care, senior care, etc. I do have a reference and I am state-licensed and can provide all information upon request I have had the COVID-19 vaccine and also have experience with dementia/Alzheimer's,...

Care Member says "Brenda is just the personn you want to care for your loved one! She is warm, kind, dependable and has a lot of experience helping families navigate...

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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 Sandston, VA

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

Jennifer K.

We have been incredibly fortunate to have Jen care for our son as part of a nanny share, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! From the...

- Care member

Carolyn B.

Carolyn is absolutely amazing! She has been caring for my two boys for a few months and they always enjoy when some comes over. She helps...

- Care member

Nicole R.

Nicole was hired to care for my husband while I was on a trip. She slept over several nights and attended him for a few hours on several...

- Meg G.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Sandston, VA

To find a therapy dog near you in Sandston, VA, 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 Sandston, VA 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 Sandston, VA. 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 Sandston, VA, 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 Sandston, VA, 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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