Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA
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Find therapy dogs in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $22/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Santa Cruz, CA
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver from 2012 to current.
I do it all. Memory Care Specialist.
I care for my client with patience and treat him or her with dignity. I am a Registered Caregiver with the State Of California.
I do the cleaning for my client or clients home to make sure that it is done throughout.
If my client or clients...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Zoe! I'm currently a freshman enrolled at Cabrillo College, and I'm looking for a part time job. I've been working with kiddos for as long as I can remember. Growing up babysitting for family friends, neighbors, etc. From arts and crafts, to playing sports outside, and most of all making memories I love it all!...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoe is a great sitter who cares about kids."
Care member
Oona B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$14-20/hr
Hi there, my name is Oona!
Although I do not have proper elder experience, I took care of my mother at end of life. This included: Errands, Dr. Appointments, med management, cleaning house, etc.
I also have extensive customer service experience and work well with all people - diversity of ages, abilities - lack of mobility,...
Oona can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Kathlynn G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-45/hr
Hello, my name is Katie! I am a recent graduate from USC and signed up for care. com because I love working with children and in the human services field. Prior to college, I worked for several years as a summer/day camp counselor at my local YMCA, as a youth swim instructor, and have done my fair share of babysitting and...
Lilandra M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Lilandra and I have had multiple jobs with children. I worked for the YMCA in the childcare department as well as their after school programs at elementary schools and summer camp for 3 years. Another summer camp program I worked for was FMG (Find my Genius) and that was for 2 years. Additionally, I have worked...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents! I'm Rebeca, a 27-year-old college graduate from Sacramento State with a degree in Psychology and Sociology. With 7 years of experience, I've nannied for children ranging from 3 months to 14 years old and have established long-term relationships with multiple families. I'm currently immersed in the Arts, working for...
Rebeca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Rebeca has been such a wonderful nanny to our baby girl. She started working for us when our daughter was 4 months old and she has been a patient and loving caregiver. She has dealt with all of the major milestones and challenges of infancy and always works to make...
Kate B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Hannah,
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Some of my responsibilities included: picking ups/drop offs and occasional meal prep. When I left for college, I got a job in retail as a sales associate. I really enjoyed working with my co-workers and I learned a number of skills: communication,...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From moving and KonMari tidying up, decluttering and home organization, support for handling estates of deceased loved ones, house sitting and plant care, event flowers, errands - I have helped repeat clients, family and friends in various support roles. As a personal assistant with a background in home management, pet and child...
Leyaloni O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Leyaloni and I am a responsible and nurturing babysitter with 2 years of experience caring for children aged 1 to 15. I am passionate about providing a safe, engaging, and enjoyable environment for children under my care.
About Me:
I am CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring your child's safety is my top...
Leyaloni can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Celina F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$31-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
6+ Pediatric Medical Experience Looking For Seasonal Work! Certifications: CPR, BLS, ACLS, PA-C
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
Committed to a family 9-5 Tuesdays & Thursdays, looking for once a week or evening "date night" babysitting! :)
I am a recent graduate of physician assistant school (medical provider, "PA-C")
I am looking for up to ~30hrs a week, I can do: up to 3 week days + weekends. but I need Fri OR Sat off.)
I am certified...
Celina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I'm an experienced Bay Area local tutor. I'm currently a PhD student in Clinical Psychology, offering my services virtually to high school and undergraduate students in need of academic support. I graduated with honors/Phi Beta Kappa in biochemistry and worked in cancer research for 2 years. I have over 7 years of experience...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Rachel and I recently just graduated from University of California, Santa Cruz with a Psychology and Sociology Bachelors Degree. I have been working as a Registered Behavior Technician with children ages 2 and up, and adults ages 18 and up for a little bit over a year now. I'm a pretty quirky and...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I have worked with dementia, you never run out of something to talk about patience is a virtue. Diabetic it's all about balance, what we put in our body truly comes out in someway. Colostomy bags it's not much different then changing diaper. Legally blind doesn't mean disabled always. Stage 4 cancer...
Aimee can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Solange G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is Sol, I Clean With Excellence, A Lot Of Organizer, Attention To All Details.
I'm calm, detail-oriented, I like to do a good job and the most important thing is that I love what I do, that makes all the difference.
*Honest
*Determined
*Detailed
I like cleaning houses, for me it is very rewarding to see the transformation that my work makes in people's homes and lives. Be a facilitator of people's...
Solange can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, carpet cleaning & more
I am comfortable walking dogs of all sizes and strengths and provide pet sitting services as well. I am a current cat owner and previous dog owner who has experience taking care of elderly and disabled dogs and cats. I am trustworthy and will take care of your pets as if they were my own.
Nicolette can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Marcella C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had experience taking care of my parents shopping, cleaning cooking, reading, changing clothes bed pans, etc. I have also raised two children and I have a lot of child care experience. I like to take care of people and make them feel like they are loved and cared for because the elderly population tends to be very lonely....
Marcella can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Kiara L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kiara, and I am a second year psychology and education student at UC Santa Cruz. I am a dedicated, organized, and enthusiastic worker with a passion for working with children. When I am not working in childcare, you can find me exploring the nature of santa cruz, volunteering at a horse ranch, or working on...
Kiara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My aim is to treat each client with the utmost care. Personalized and compassionate. I'm patient and listen to my clients needs. Experience with bathing, hygiene, lift and transfer, assisting in activities, knowledge of physical therapy and exercise, nutritional support and help feeding, meds and helping the client feel...
Shashikala can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shashi has been a lifesaver for me and my mom. My mom had back surgery and needed assistance while healing. Shashi was very attentive, followed instructions, honest, gentle and friendly. We would highly recommend her for any caregiving needs."
Shawna A.
Mirsa Yamileth Pena E.
Scotts Valley, CA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care.
I am originally from the Salvadoran.
I have lived here for 18 years, I have a degree in childhood early education. another degree in liberal arts and science. Working with children and adults is my passion. I am a mother of...
Mirsa Yamileth Pena can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mirsa has experience, likes her job and does everything possible to ensure the well-being of those in her care."
Celina S.
I am 57 old and a pet owner since I was a child. We currently have 3 dogs on our property (pit bull mixes) and two cats and chicken.
We adopted young and older dogs and I am able to give medication in any form to them without fear. We had tortoises, Guinea pigs, rabbits when the kids were little.
Basically I am comfortable with...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Santa Cruz, CA
Zoe V.
5.0
Taking care of triplet girls is no small task. Zoe is creative, loving and very attentive. The girls especially loved how she got right down to their level and played with them! Five stars!
- Care member
Rebeca E.
5.0
Rebeca has been such a wonderful nanny to our baby girl. She started working for us when our daughter was 4 months old and she has been a patient and loving caregiver. She has dealt with all of the major milestones and challenges of infancy and always works to make sure our baby is entertained....
- Kate B.
Shashikala G.
5.0
Shashi has been a lifesaver for me and my mom. My mom had back surgery and needed assistance while healing. Shashi was very attentive, followed instructions, honest, gentle and friendly. We would highly recommend her for any caregiving needs.
- Shawna A.
Mirsa Yamileth Pena E.
5.0
Mirsa is the most wonderful caretaker, cook, house cleaner and friend my mom had the last few years of her life . She was wonderful with her and that wasn't always easy mind you :). I just wish she would be there when i need care.
- joann P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Santa Cruz, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Santa Cruz, CA is $22.75 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Santa Cruz, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Santa Cruz, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.