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Brittany L.

Making Your Lives Easier!

Smithtown, NY

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$19/hr
9 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
I care for your pets like they are my own, I have been working in the pet industry for about 9 years. From being a manager at a pet boarding and daycare facility, to veterinary receptionist/assistant, to currently a dog trainer, kennel technician and occasional dog walker, I'm looking to grow the services I offer by doing drop...
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Beth R.

Smithtown, NY

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am happy to provide pet care services for your pet! I have experience with various pets and love animals. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and cats. I am caring, responsible and reliable and will care for your pet as if it were my own because I understand how much they mean to you. I have received the covid vaccine.
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Trinity S.

Smithtown, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I'm looking for a job that lets me work with an awesome kid(s) for the summer while I am home from college. I have one more year of school to receive my bachelors in biology. I have experience in many different areas, working in schools, homes, and over zoom. I recently worked as a substitute teacher and a technician for ABA...
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Stashauna R.

Cleaning Specialist

Smithtown, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
window washing
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
Hi, I'm Stashauna and I have been taking care of homes since I was a teen. I believe people are happiest when their homes are clean that's why I'm dedicated to providing the best housekeeping services to my future employer. I specialize in standard cleaning, from bathroom, kitchen, living areas, bedrooms, doing laundry and...
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Cheri M.

Smithtown, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I have been doing home care for patients ranging from severe brain damage, Alzheimer's/Parkinson's, to hospice care for the past 25 years. I only do private care. I have experience in secretarial work as well as office managing and data entry. I also have over 20 years experience in party planning and serving. I'm currently not...
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Carol J.

Smithtown, NY

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$23/hr
15 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services , Light Housecleaning and companionship . I would treat your loved one with respect and dignity. I also love listening to all the wonderful stories they have and helping them with the things they can no longer do themselves. Hopefully I make them feel like I...
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Jaimie M.

Smithtown, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Jaimie! I am 23 years old and am currently getting my Master's in Nutrition at Stony Brook University. I hope to be a Registered Dietician and work with populations with different intellectual and developmental disabilities. I currently work per diem at Family Residence and Essential Enterprises as I am currently...
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Courtney A.

TCU Nursing Student With A Heart For Helping Kids

Smithtown, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Courtney , and I'm a very reliable and caring babysitter that you can count on! I'm 18 years old and currently a nursing student at TCU. I've always loved working with kids, and I've been babysitting for a few years now. I'm super patient, responsible, and always make sure the kids I watch feel safe, happy, and...
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Danielle C.

Smithtown, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I hope this message finds you well. I'm Danielle, a passionate Meal prep chef based on Long Island Ny. I am reaching out to see if my services are of your interest. I will be spending most of my summer (and on-going) offering my services on the East End of the Island! I create delicious nutritious meals to fit you and your...
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Jenie S.

Brentwood, NY

4.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been working as a housekeeper for over a decade. I can provide great reference. I am ready to provide with an excellent service and willing to learn individuals cleaning preference. I am motivate to learn and eager to start working for you.

Marcia O. says "Jenie showed up as per our agreement. I was pleased with her work considering it was her first time cleaning my home. Her experience showed. I will...

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Whitney K.

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm an incredibly compassionate and energetic individual who adores children and is seeking the ideal nanny position. I have over 12+ years of experience and mostly with infants and toddles but I do have experience with all ages. A little about me, I enjoy hiking, camping, crafty anything and reading a great book. My services...

Abby K. says "Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to worry about my...

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Loreen S.

Full-Time Home Health Aide/CNA

Huntington Station, NY

4.4(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
While working as a home health aide/CNA I have had the privilege of working with wonderful patients both who are unable to physically care for themselves whether it may be dementia/multiple sclerosis/stroke/cancer and hospice care. I have been instrumental in the preparation of meal planning, light house cleaning and the...

Bill H. says "Loreen was great! Loreen helped care for my mother who was bed bound from cancer. I wish we would have found and hired Loreen sooner, I believe my mother...

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Amanda M.

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Samantha W.

Selden, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I love working with the elderly. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the patients I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CNA and BLS certifications, and 8 years' experience working with patients and assisting them with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc. I possess...

Care Member says "Samantha was kind and willing to give any help that was needed. I was very fortunate to have her."

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Wendy M.

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Jeannie R.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

4.7(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
companionship
I am an energetic 76 y/o with 2 children and 4 grandchildren. I retired as a Therapy Aide from Pilgrim Psychiatric Center in 2011. Since then, I have been blessed with working privately with families assisting with the daily care and companionship needed for their parent(s) or loved one(s). I am a very personable and caring...

Care Member says "Jeannie was a wonderful support and friend to our mom. She was a great communicator and very reliable. We always knew that mom was in good hands on the...

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Myra M.

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

East Setauket, NY

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...

Catherine L. says "Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

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Wendy M.

Elder Care

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
visiting physician
live-in home care
visiting nurse
home modification
+ 1 more
I am a certified PCA and I have of experience taking care of elderly people with medical problems. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I'm a patient, compassionate and caring person who enjoys helping others. I am able to do meal preparations, light house cleaning and can assist with daily living activities such as hygiene,...

Anna J. says "Wendy was a pleasure to be around and she help my my fathers last years very pleasant and memorable. She became more than a caretaker she was one of his...

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Wendy M.

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...

Andrea I. says "Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family....

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Michelle K.

Greenlawn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for over 30 years. My entire career I have been caring for others and love what I do. Services I can provide, companionship, helping with errands, driving, household tasks, light meal prep, shopping, light cleaning, staying physically active, medication management, personal care, house sitting, senior...

Care Member says "Michelle was the most amazing caregiving who worked with our adult daughter (28 years old). My daughter connected with Michelle right from the start....

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.67/hr as of January 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Smithtown, NY

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

Jenie S.

Jenie showed up as per our agreement. I was pleased with her work considering it was her first time cleaning my home. Her experience showed....

- Marcia O.

Whitney K.

Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to...

- Abby K.

Loreen S.

Loreen was great! Loreen helped care for my mother who was bed bound from cancer. I wish we would have found and hired Loreen sooner, I...

- Bill H.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Smithtown, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Smithtown, NY, 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 Smithtown, NY is $21.67 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 Smithtown, NY. 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 Smithtown, NY, 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 Smithtown, NY, 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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