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Elizabeth F.

Shelbyville, KY

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have taken care of animals all my life and currently walk dogs through other services but am looking to expand and meet more fur babies! I will make sure your babies get all the playing and loving they need and keep them safe.
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Emily E.

Shelbyville, KY

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
I have 2 dogs and 2 cats that I love so much. I have always known I wanted to work with kids and love their unique personalities. I have taken Child Development classes such as Parenting, Early Lifespan Development, and Child Services 1. I also have Early care and orientation training, Pediatric abusive head trauma training, and...
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Lauren T.

Shelbyville, KY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
move-out cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lauren. We take pride in providing top-quality cleaning services with meticulous attention to detail. We are committed to creating clean, organized, and refreshed spaces for our clients. With a track record of positive client feedback, we strive for excellence in every job, ensuring that each space is spotless...
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Sherry E.

Full Time/Part Time Care Giving Services

Shelbyville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a mother of 2 Grandmother to 10. I'm experienced in the care of babies up to the elderly. I love caring for others. I love kids and would treat yours as my own. My current toddler will is going to preschool now so looking for my next little angel to care for. Experienced Nanny.

Ashley N. says "Sherry nannied for us for 3 months. She primarily watched our newborn, but also helped with our 3.5 year old on occasion. We loved having her! She is very...

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Linda M.

Shelbyville, KY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'm a compassionate childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's development and learning. With many years of experience with two of my own children, & 3 grandchildren, I'm skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe that every child is unique...
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Alaina R.

Fun Sitter

Simpsonville, KY

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
A little bit about me is that I am a Christian, I love working out, going on walks, spending time with friends and family, and shopping! I have worked with children in many capacities. I have mentored students at an elementary school as a part of my early childhood development classes taken in high school. I have also been a...
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Carol C.

Retired RN Looking To Help People Stay At Home

Bagdad, KY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I have 20+ years experience as a health care professional with 10+ years in home and community health services. I enjoy working with older people and delighted to help people remain in their homes safely. I have lots of hobbies such as quilting and gardening and have experience as a Wellness Coach and can suggest ways to improve...
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Sheila B.

Everyone's Favorite She She

Simpsonville, KY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello families! My name is Sheila but most people call me She She. I am caring, dependable, and trustworthy. I enjoy caring for Senior/Disabled or providing Childcare/Nanny Services. New and unexpected circumstances occur leaving family members needing hands-on care for their loved ones and often with short notice. That's where...
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Karen H.

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I am an occupational therapy assistant and I have experience working with adults with brain injuries that require assistance with activities of daily living along with cognitive deficits. I work full time during the week but am available evenings and weekends.

Devin O. says "Karen is kind, dependable and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant has extensive knowledge in care giving, facilitating independence, attention to detail...

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Karen H.

Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.

Trish L. says "Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great...

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Delia S.

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi !! My name is Delia, I clean houses, I have excellent references and experience. I love cleaning! I always fall in love with each change that is made to each house when it is cleaned. that makes me unique at your service I understand that each home is unique, and my services to meet your specific needs. I-love the details,...

Care Member says "Delia is a very hard worker who genuinely cares about the quality of her work. She is always pleasant and wants to make sure we are satisfied after each...

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Donna S.

Experienced Nanny

Taylorsville, KY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I consider raising my children the most important job in my life. That being said, working in the dental field, volunteering in the nursery and teaching 3 yr olds at church, working for a dog rescue, vet clinic and owning and managing a horse facility all add to years of life and work experience before becoming a nanny. I have...

Care Member says "Donna has been an integral part of our family for the past four years. Donna joined us when our daughter, was just nine months old, and since then, she...

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Maddie H.

Louisville, KY

3.7(1)
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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Maddie. I am 22 years old. I'm married. I am currently attending JCTC online, pursuing a degree in art therapy. I was a nanny for the same family for 2 years. They have a 2-year-old and 10-month-old. I watched them both from the time they were babies. I am open to nannying for any age group. I am most experienced with...

Danielle S. says "Maddie is wonderful! She is responsible and my girls love having her as their sitter!"

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Queen D.

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
errands
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a reliable, patient-minded, and compassionate CNA & Certified Medical Technician, Insulin Certified that has a passion for working for Residents who need reliable Supervision. I also have an active CPR & First aid Training. I have worked with the Elderly and Intellectual Disable. I have worked as a Live-In Caregiver. Also...

Jody S. says "Queen is absolutely amazing! She contacted me back right away regarding care for my disabled mother. She came to my home, reviewed our needs, and was ready...

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Sharon D.

Meet Sharon

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
As a caregiver, I have a lot of empathy and compassion in my heart for my clients. For the past 14 years I have worked with Seniors, Dementia clients and Veterans. They have become dear friends and are like family to me. I have worked independently and worked with a worldwide home care facility. I am a licensed Holistic Health...

Mickey S. says "Sharon is an amazing caregiver and is a joy to be around. She has been taking great care of our 93 year old Father for many months now. He lights up when...

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Mariah R.

Louisville, KY

4.7(1)
from
$28/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am very creative and love to have fun. I was 12 when my 2 brothers were born and ever since I have loved being around and taking care of children. I volunteered and worked at daycares I also have been a nanny before. I love the outdoors and I take my dogs daily on walks. I have a car that | get serviced frequently. I am also...

Care Member says "Mariah is a fun, attentive nanny who loves kids and dogs! We felt 100% comfortable having her watch our little girl (2-3 years old). Mariah was really...

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Tyquaysha M.

Child Care

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Ty, and I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a background in both professional child care and personal parenting experience with my own toddler. I have a Master's degree in social work and have worked as an investigative social worker for child protective services for four years so I understand...

Savannah T. says "The BEST babysitter I've ever had. She is dependable, trustworthy, patient with my son, and very great with working with our schedule and helping out...

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Belen V.

Professional, Experienced Full-Time Child Care With Over 20 Years Experience

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Kindly and respectfully, service is not available to anti-vaxx and anti-mask families. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, as a nanny and in schools. I have a BA in Communication Disorders. I have a CA Child Development Site Supervisor Permit and recent experience in special education and early childhood...

Jessica M. says "We hired Belen to be a nanny for our son. She was always very nice, respectful and great with our son. Unfortunately it didn't work out long term due to...

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Madison M.

Lovely Pet/caregiver!

Louisville, KY

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi I'm Maddie! I have a lot of experience dog sitting and babysitting. I'm currently in physical therapy school, and will be graduating in august. I'm staying here with my mom in Louisville, and my pup recently passed away. I'm looking to help out with dog sitting, walking, boarding, whatever is needed! Through PT school I have...
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Molly W.

Louisville, KY

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
home modification
respite care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Habilitation Masters Specialist, provided infant and adult clients with in-home services related to habilitative therapies, special developmental skills, behavior intervention and sensorimotor development.
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Shelbyville, KY

Therapy Dogs in Shelbyville, KY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Sherry E.

Sherry nannied for us for 3 months. She primarily watched our newborn, but also helped with our 3.5 year old on occasion. We loved having...

- Ashley N.

Karen H.

Karen is kind, dependable and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant has extensive knowledge in care giving, facilitating independence,...

- Devin O.

Karen H.

Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional...

- Trish L.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Shelbyville, KY

To find a therapy dog near you in Shelbyville, KY, 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 Shelbyville, KY is $20.00 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 Shelbyville, KY. 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 Shelbyville, KY, 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 Shelbyville, KY, 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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