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Nyasia H.

Dog Sitting

Scottsville, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I have several years of experience delivering top-notch customer service and support. I'm passionate about helping others, quick to adapt, and always bring a positive attitude to any team or challenge.
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Nadia K.

Reliable And Compromised Housekeeper

Scottsville, VA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
window washing
I am Nadia, a professional, reliable and trustworthy housekeeper. With over 1 year of expertise in the field, I specialize in all aspects of housekeeping. My services include the cleaning of bathrooms, general rooms, kitchens, etc. I am passionate about making sure that every cleaning job I take on is done to the highest...
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Michelle S.

Patient , Kind Great Listener

Scottsville, VA

from
$34/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I'm 43 and 140 lbs and have been taking care of Parkinson dementia patients, immobile and stroke
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Donna S.

Full Time In Home Care Giver

Scottsville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
My name is Donna and I am applying for the caregiver position. I am helping Mrs. Coleman with all daily activities. I am also suppirting Mr. McKinney, I help him with mobility, physical therapy, bathroom duties, transfers due to a stroke. I took care of Mr Cunningham that had Dementia, (one entire weekend a month and some fill...

Cynthia B. says "Donna is a hard worker, she is through in her duties. She is punctual and honest. She has gone above and beyond in her duties, cleaning and cooking for...

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Roxanne J.

Part-Time Caregiver

Palmyra, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
I am now working with seniors. Over the past 10 years I have worked with people with intellectual disabilities and mental health diagnoses both young and old. In this time, I have also established both the QMHP and QMRP status in the human services arena, "Qualified Mental Health Professional," and "Qualified Mental Retardation...

Martin P. says "Roxanne helped me in a time of great need and I appreciate her concern, her reliability, and her punctuality. She has a wonderfully unique sense of humor...

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Lindsay G.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Palmyra, VA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am a graduate of CNU. I began working at a preschool in high school, have worked as a Registered Behavior Technician doing in home ABA therapy for kids with autism, have worked at VCU Health's daycare in the infant room as well as toddlers to Pre-k, and am now a teacher in the school system working in a functional skills class...

Lindsey W. says "I have known Lindsay for 2 years and she is a wonderful co-worker. She has a special skill working with special needs children and helping me out when...

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Lindsay G.

Palmyra, VA

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
3 years experience
I have previous experience in ABA therapy as a behavior technician as well as experience within the school system as an instructional assistant in a functional skills class serving those with autism or other intellectual disabilities, delays, etc. I have experience working with children in general in camps, preschool, and a...

Lindsey W. says "I have known Lindsay for 2 years and she is a wonderful co-worker. She has a special skill working with special needs children and helping me out when...

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Nancy A.

Housekeeper

Troy, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
If you are looking for great and affordable services, I am here to help you. I have good references and I have been cleaning for the past 5 years.

Marlene J. says "Nancy has worked for me and several of my friends with great results."

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Lynn R.

Senior Caregiver

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I have 3 years of experience in Senior Care. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Preparation, Shopping/Errands, Light Housekeeping, Companionship and Medication Reminders. Prior to working in Senior Care, I was a preschool teacher for 9 years, a stay a home mom for several years and worked in fundraising and program...

Care Member says "Lynn is professional, compassionate, and positive; beloved by my mother (suffering from moderate dementia). She is a great communicator and is truly a...

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Teresa S.

Attentive Quality Care

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Teresa. I am a highly skilled CNA/Med Tech. I have been providing my services for over 21 years. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I worked at several facilities, and the one I enjoyed working at the most is Westminster Canterbury of the Blue Ridge. I currently network with others like myself. I have a keen...

Jim J. says "I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the services of Teresa S. and cannot say enough "Thank Yous" to her for all the help that she has provided to my family over the past few...

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Clare G.

About Me

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi everyone!! My name is Clare and I am a third year at the University of Virginia. I'm from Little Silver and will be home from college until mid-August. I have 7+ years of babysitting experience ages 6 months and up. I also have experience tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students and helping with SAT prep! I have...

Care Member says "Clare was great with my almost 10 month old daughter! "

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Ashley A.

Full-Time Caregiver

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 18-yrs of experience as a Professional Caregiver. I have been educated in both advanced mobility & memory care. In my previous experience, I have provided everything from companion care to specialized care for Alzheimer's and Dementia, as well as assisting clients with a variety of mobility limitations and disabilities...

Care Member says "Ashley was a godsend to us in a time of crisis our mother. She started immediately and stayed with my mother 24/7 the last weekend she was here. She...

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Nancy A.

cleaning

Troy, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I've been cleaning for the past 11 years, if you are looking for a fantastic service, you have come to the right place! I'm friendly and approachable.

Laura D. says "Nancy worked with us for 7 years. She was amazing and we were very sad to see her move away. She is a fantastic house cleaner. She is very good at what...

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Skyler H.

Can't Wait To Meet Your Pets!

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've taken care of animals since I was 8. Family and friends have relied on me to walk their dogs, and help out when needed. I would love to do the same for you! I work part-time during the week with availability for morning services around 6:00-8:30 a.m. and evenings starting around 4:30 p.m. with complete availability on...

Lacie M. says "Skyler is professional, punctual & passionate"

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James B.

Buckingham, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! Hope this finds you well. I've spent 8 years of my life caregiving for elderly men and women as well as for infants and children. I love looking after people and supporting them in any way that I can. In addition to the standard caregiving activities, I also enjoy listening and telling stories, reading spiritual books,...

Alicia V. says "James was a great care giver for my husband who has Alzheimer's. He was very reliable, punctual and conscientious! He came up with ideas to interact...

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Ashley K.

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QHMP-C) with a demonstrated history of working in the individual and family services industry. Skilled in Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Psychology, and Special Education. Strong community and social services professional with a Master of Arts (M....

Care Member says "Ashley was great with the kids and very patient"

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Caitlin J.

Avid Animal Lover!

Charlottesville, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
As an animal lover my entire life, I have truly enjoyed a variety of pets. Currently, I have 4 dogs and 3 cats of my own, all were rescued from the local shelters. I have over 10 years of animal shelter volunteer experience & have managed several situations of animal behavior. In 2015 I trained & certified my oldest dog to be a...
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Alicia V.

Charlottesville, VA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I enjoy and am very comfortable with cats and dogs. I have had a couple of dogs that I had trained as a therapy dog. I do not have a dog or a cat anymore and would love to interact and care for yours.
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Kyia W.

Fun And Helpful Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Kyia W., I am 18 years old and currently a student at James Madison University. My major is Health Sciences on a Pre-Physical Therapy track! I attended Saint Annes Belfield School for high school in Charlottesville, VA. While there I was a Teachers Assistant (TA) for Sports and Emergency Medicine. I have lots of...
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Haley L.

Charlottesville, VA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Haley, I have a small business "Haley's Helping Hands" offering housekeeping and organizing services to the Charlottesville area. I am experienced in housekeeping & service 30+ clients in area. I enjoy helping others & getting to clean and organize! I provide many services including routine/deep/move-in/move-out/airbnb...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.75/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Scottsville, VA

Therapy Dogs in Scottsville, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Donna S.

Donna is a hard worker, she is through in her duties. She is punctual and honest. She has gone above and beyond in her duties, cleaning and...

- Cynthia B.

Roxanne J.

Roxanne helped me in a time of great need and I appreciate her concern, her reliability, and her punctuality. She has a wonderfully unique...

- Martin P.

Lindsay G.

I have known Lindsay for 2 years and she is a wonderful co-worker. She has a special skill working with special needs children and helping...

- Lindsey W.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Scottsville, VA

To find a therapy dog near you in Scottsville, 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 Scottsville, VA is $21.75 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Scottsville, 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 Scottsville, 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 Scottsville, 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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