Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Takoma Park, MD
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Find therapy dogs in Takoma Park, MD that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Takoma Park, MD
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Takoma Park, MD
Clarisse A.
Takoma Park, MD
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Have Been A Private Caregiver For Over 5 Years. Attention To Detail, Excellent Customer Service.
I am a dedicated and compassionate nurse assistant with progressive career history in direct patient care and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situation. consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, excellent customer service. I...
Clarisse can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Sabi F.
Takoma Park, MD
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi
My name is SabI. I have 7 years of experience in the cleaning and sanitation field . I can help with Bathroom Cleaning, window cleaning and Kitchen Cleaning. I am also skilled in organizing furnitures , so they fit perfectly in designated places to create space.
With my special abilities to pay close attention to details and...
Sabi can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
Recent review:
5.0
Did a great job cleaning and helped me out in a pinch! Highly recommend.
Mikah C.
I have over 12 years of Senior and childcare experience. I learned a major part of my skills in Hospitals and senior living homes. I am proficient in Blood pressure monitoring, Blood sugar checks. Transfers low assist and full. All ADL's. Meal preparation.
I have excellent communication skills and customer service experience
Stephanie can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have been working as a private caregiver for 5 years now and I am a dedicated and compassionate nurse assistant with progressive career history in direct patient care and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situation. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic...
5.0
(2)
Highly motivated paraprofessional/nanny with 10+ years' experience in managing classrooms. Extremely detail-oriented and have the ability to work well with others, and independently. Reliable, dependable, and hardworking, with effective communication skills. Skilled in providing the academic and emotional assistance children...
Veline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Recent reviews:
5.0
I'd want to express my gratitude to Veline for all the time and energy she puts into planning fun activities for the kids every day.
She's so good at what she does that we had no trouble trusting her with our kids. She was reliable, accommodating, well-informed,...
Care member
I have been caregiver since I turned 15 and go work. I had the privilege of working at a church with a special needs ministry. This gave me experience with students and young adults with down syndrome, and on the autism spectrum. Since becoming an educator I have gotten to have children in my general education classroom who...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
9/2015 - 9/2018: Managed the day-to-day care and tutor of a toddler (8 mos. - until 3. 5 yrs).
4/2018 - 9/2018: Provided daily care to a set of preemie twins (0 to 5 mos.).
--Diplomat family re-assigned to Moscow, Russia.
2/2019 - 7/2019: Daily care to an infant (3 mos to 8 mos.)
--Parents enrolled child into a daycare...
Juanita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Juanita (nene) has been in our family since our son was 5 months old (he’s currently 3). She’s detailed in her reports, followed our care instructions, implemented learning tactics and loved our boy like her own. We parted ways because we wanted to enter him in a...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have cared for dogs and cats my whole adult life. Currently have 4 cats and working for a dog walking/pet sitting service. My schedule is somewhat flexible. Additionally.
Rachel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Recent review:
5.0
We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious...
Amanda F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent reviews:
5.0
Very friendly, great with our son and dog! Punctual and courteous. Proactive in confirming the appointment when the site mistakenly cancelled the booking, ensuring that we weren't left without childcare for the night. Highly recommend her!
Katherine K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Babysitting Background
I am a professional babysitter with over 5 years experience. I have BA degree in Education and Master's degree in Social Work. I live in Arlington, Clarendon area.
As a babysitter, I have experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, school-aged kids & siblings. I craft different and interesting...
Nurana can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Recent reviews:
5.0
Nura has a natural gift with animals. Our little George felt at ease with her instantly, and we came home to happy and well-cared-for fur babies. Highly recommend!
Care member
Kai S.
Bladensburg, MD
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting as well as a variety of other services I have been experienced for 2+years and I love dogs
Kai can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Yadira S.
Rockville, MD
$16-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Offering my services as a housekeeper in Rockville area. I guarantee you that your house will be sparkling clean so you have peace of mind and be free of stress , with more than 7 years of experience with excellent references .
Yadira can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning
Issa P.
Silver Spring, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Issa and I am a trustworthy and responsible person. I have been in the cleaning services for over 10 years! Working in both commercial and home services. I am able to provide references from different clients, including one that I've been working for almost 10 years. I am a very detailed person, who will...
Issa can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
Issa helped to clean our town home in the Rockville area twice a week and did a terrific job. She was friendly, thorough, and always asked for feedback to make sure she was meeting our expectations. I would hire Issa again!
Randi G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I Clean houses I have 5 years of experience I work for others families I am available for you , I'm very responsible we can have an interview let me know thank you very much .
Recent review:
5.0
Lilian has shown herself to be dependable, hard-working, and easy-going. She works for us five days a week and has always been here on time. We are very impressed with how much she gets done - she gets twice as much done in a given amount of time that our most...
Bela U.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!
Jessa B.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a special needs caregiver for over 25 years and care for clients of all ages.
I empathetically and patiently Provide for the clients emotional, physical and mental needs.
I provide support with daily tasks to all my challenged clients with love and respect.
I accompany to school/classes/therapies if desire and...
Recent review:
4.0
Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is.
Samantha B.
5.0
(1)
I like to help elderly people because I can see Them as my Parents or Grandparents. Help Them make me feel good since They can not do somethings for Themselves. Also, I am a compassionate person who enjoy helping others.
I have worked taking care of elderly in different tasks such as preparing meals, taking shower, therapy...
Yola can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Recent review:
5.0
To Whom It May Concern
It is my pleasure to recommend Yolanda L. for employment. Yolanda took wonderful care of my Mom and I can fully vouch for her suitability and ability to work well, especially in personal care capacities and other household duties
Yolanda...
Chris I.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Carly and I'm a senior at George Washington University studying political science. I am mainly offering babysitting/nannying services, but I can also provide pet care and household services. I am currently 20 and I have been babysitting since I was 15. I have sat for almost every age group, but I have mainly...
Carly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Carly was a fantastic sitter for my kiddos!! All three of them are a handful but she handled them expertly and is always such a pleasure to have in the house, taking care of everything from dishes, to laundry, to even our fish! We're so lucky to have Carly just a...
Care member
Deborah S.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Will Love Your Fur, Or Feathered, Babies As My Own!
5.0
(2)
Hello, all! My name is Deborah. I'm a caring and responsible college student wanting to help out and look after some four legged friends. I provide pet-sitting services in your home. I have experience looking after a variety of pets. I have two dogs and I also recently added a kitten to the family. I've had hamsters, a bunny and...
Deborah can also help with: Administration of medicine
Recent reviews:
5.0
I took a trip to Florida for 5 days and hired Deborah to take care of my pet. She did an outstanding job taking care of Dory. She fed her and would play with her. I absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter. She will even send you pictures here...
Yemar B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Children are my passion! I will be going into my 4th year teaching. I am currently teaching in DC as a middle teacher. I previously worked as a 5th grade teacher at Friends School of Baltimore. I have experience with ages 6 weeks-5 years old from previous positions in daycare facilities like The Goddard School of Canton. I have...
Qualani can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent reviews:
5.0
Qualani did a great job connecting with my daughter within the first 30 minutes. She was on time and kept open communication when necessary. I will definitely continue to use Qualani for future sitting services!
Jamella W.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Takoma Park, MD
Sabi F.
5.0
Did a great job cleaning and helped me out in a pinch! Highly recommend.
- Mikah C.
Veline N.
5.0
I'd want to express my gratitude to Veline for all the time and energy she puts into planning fun activities for the kids every day.
She's so good at what she does that we had no trouble trusting her with our kids. She was reliable, accommodating, well-informed, and wonderful with our children. We...
- Care member
Juanita V.
5.0
Juanita (nene) has been in our family since our son was 5 months old (he’s currently 3). She’s detailed in her reports, followed our care instructions, implemented learning tactics and loved our boy like her own. We parted ways because we wanted to enter him in a social set daycare with more...
- Care member
Rachel L.
5.0
We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious throughout the pandemic. I've had no...
- Amanda F.
Jessica M.
5.0
Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it if she babysat him again. Win!
- Olivia K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Takoma Park, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Takoma Park, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Takoma Park, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Takoma Park, MD is $20.57 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Takoma Park, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD. 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Takoma Park, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Takoma Park, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD, 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.