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Ebony S.

Dog Sitter, Will Do Daily Walks, Feeding And Care. Also Available For Last Minute Needs.

Smyrna, DE

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Must experience with puppies, cared for a teacup yorkie for 8 years. Asked multiple time to sit for their dog while on vacation. Includes, bathing, feeding, walking, playing, and just giving your pet the best sitter they've ever had. I am a fun loving person , I especially love puppies !!! Hope to give you great services ..
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Smyrna, DE

from
$25/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I am a person that likes to provide services to people. Children are so special so they deserve to loved and cared for. I will provide the necessary services they need while also making sure they are safe in their home.
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Full Time Senior Care Giver/Full Time Babysitter

Smyrna, DE

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a 58year old female. I have over 20 years experience in senior care. I provided numerous services for family members, close friends, neighbors and co-workers. I am able to provide work references upon request. Long and short term care. baby sitter available. My services include - personal care, meal prep, feedings,...

Alice S. says "CLEO is a very good worker. She worked for me."

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Caregiver

Smyrna, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
14 plus years working with people with disabilities. A CNA experience and ready to provide the services depending on their needs.

Sharyn M. says "I have nothing but high praise for Mariam. She was an answer to our prayers when she applied to assist my wheelchair bound sister with MS. She is...

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Housekeeping

Smyrna, DE

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$14/hr
I have over 1 year experience in General Housekeeping work from Hotels to Assisted Living as well as personal homes thru temp agencies hoping to provide my services in your home.
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Naana Tutoring Services

Smyrna, DE

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Naana, I'm currently a college student in my junior year studying biological sciences with a minor in chemistry. I am very knowledgeable when it comes to the STEM/ Science subjects, and I'm always on top of my classes. I am an A student. I also tutor my peers on campus and my little brothers at home. I am happy to extend...
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Nanny/caregiver

Smyrna, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to learn a few things about me! My name is Kutisha, Tisha for short. I am a director for residential services within a group home agency. I am seeking families to babysit for, or seniors to provide care for. Special needs or extra work required? No worries, I have plenty of experience. I am...
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Smyrna, DE

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$12/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with over eight years of experience, I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. My journey in childcare began with my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for positively impacting children's lives. I strive to support families by offering...
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I'm A Senior Care Provider With 25 Years Experience Here To Help Support You Live A Fulfilling Life!

Smyrna, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
I have 25 years of experience in providing care for elderly and children clients with disabilities, including intellectual and developmental disabilities, hearing loss, and behavioral issues. My services encompass a variety of areas such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, transportation, and medication reminders. I take pride in...
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Attentive And Patient Caregiver

Dover, DE

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, I have been a Home Caregiver for elderly clients for over two years. I have provided companionship, medication management, mobility assistance, bathing and dressing assistance, food preparation, transportation, physical therapy, light housekeeping/laundry, organizing and decluttering, help with contacting medical offices...

Care Member says "Deborah has a wonderful caregiver presence she connected with my love ones immediately. She will be able to give us peace of mind knowing our love ones...

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Ms. Teacher

Dover, DE

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello All! My name is Mrs. Barnes. I am a teacher who specializes in Early Childhood Education (PreK-4) with additional experience teaching middle schoolers, grades 5th-8th. For 7 years I have had the pleasure to teach in a classroom and instruct children who had IEPs. Within those 3 years I have served as both a teacher and...

Care Member says "Ashley was really good. She came through in a pinch when my daughter's tutors in Geometry weren't effective. Ashley was able to explain the information...

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Companionship, Housekeeping, Medication Management, Meal Prep,

Dover, DE

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Dawn! I am a patient, compassionate, mature lady with a background in Occupational Therapy (I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant licensed in Delaware) I am also a Certified Living in Place Professional. I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I am certified in Basic Life Support and CPR. I have many years of...

Ralph S. says " She is very reliable and very driven "

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Hi, I'm Dayja I'm Training To Be A Child Therapist

Dover, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'm an experienced babysitter with children of all ages and pets of all kinds. I have my RBT certification and have learned professional skills to assist with any child. With a genuine love for kids and a knack for creating engaging activities, I ensure a positive and enriching experience. Reach out to me for reliable and...

Care Member says "Dayja did a great job with my girls. She was professional, responsive to my husband and I and my girls took to her immediately. We are very...

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Compassionate Senior Care: A Commitment To Dignity And Well-Being

Dover, DE

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
Hello! I'm Angel , dedicated to providing compassionate care to seniors. With over 5 years of experience, I understand the unique challenges of aging. I believe every senior deserves dignity and respect. My approach focuses on building meaningful relationships, ensuring clients feel valued. I offer services like companionship,...
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Dover, DE

1.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to school age. I have a BS in Elementary Education, certifying me to work with students in a Gen. Ed classroom from grades K-6th. I currently hold an active teaching license in the state of Delaware as well. Working with...
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Dover, DE

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
organization
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I've owned my own cleaning business as well as helped other cleaning services. I like helping others.
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Memory Care Director

Dover, DE

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Highly experienced professional with 7+ years of senior living experience, great ability to work in a fast-paced environment while consistently providing excellent care, customer service, and meeting senior living compliance. Established record of reliability and positive rapport with residents, families, and staff. I am...
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Patient/patience Is A Virtue

Dover, DE

1.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Upbeat reliable and great care are my best attributes . I love to change lives and maybe living more easy for others. As well as my heart is in what I do best.. Nurse Assistant to your service
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The Gift Of Care

Dover, DE

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
25 Yrs Experience Providing Companion Care Services, Hands On Care Services, Household Management Including Housekeeping, Laundry Services, Plant And Pet Care. Meal Planning And Preparation ( Excellent Cook ) Also Special Need Diets re: Diabetic, Dysphasia, Mechanical Soft, Pureed. Have Worked With Clients With Various...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.20/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Smyrna, DE

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

Cleo H.

CLEO is a very good worker. She worked for me.

- Alice S.

Mariam D.

I have nothing but high praise for Mariam. She was an answer to our prayers when she applied to assist my wheelchair bound sister with MS....

- Sharyn M.

Deborah T.

Deborah has a wonderful caregiver presence she connected with my love ones immediately. She will be able to give us peace of mind knowing...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Smyrna, DE

To find a therapy dog near you in Smyrna, DE, 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 Smyrna, DE is $18.20 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 Smyrna, DE. 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 Smyrna, DE, 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 Smyrna, DE, 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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