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Tasha T.

Shelby, IA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With over two decades dedicated to supporting children, adults and seniors, I'm deeply committed to their well-being and independence. Previous care roles solidified my desire to positively impact lives. I hold a graduate degree and provide services from childcare, respite care to hospice support. I'm also adept at handling...
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Chelsey W.'s Photo

Persia, IA

from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
I offer house and commercial cleaning. That can conclude onetime, weekly, bi-weekly cleans. I have over 10 years of experience and I am excited to create a clean space. I am comfortable around pets and can also offer pet services, too
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Chelsey W.'s Photo

Persia, IA

from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
I offer providing service for personal errands/ groceries as well as housekeeping needs. I have over 5 years of personal errands. I am very flexible and willing to meet tasks that fit your schedule! I have 10 years experience cleaning home/commercial cleans.
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Kyla G.'s Photo

Walnut, IA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
personal care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kyla! I am a RN and work full time. I am looking for a side job. I can help with transportation services such as doctors appointments and grocery store trips. I can prepare meals, help with showers and ADL's or even clean. Shoot me a message and we can set up an appointment to meet!
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  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Shelby, IA

To find a therapy dog near you in Shelby, IA, 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 Shelby, IA is $25.00 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 Shelby, IA. 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 Shelby, IA, 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 Shelby, IA, 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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