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Luke P.

Tamaqua, PA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
pet walking
Bringing joy to animals is my passion! I prioritize each pet's comfort and happiness, treating them as if they were my own. I have one year of experience caring for dogs, cats, birds, mammals, horses, farm animals, and even exotic pets. I manage the needs of high-energy breeds with active play and outings, and I strictly adhere...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available For Hire

Coaldale, PA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Nicole and I am a stay at home mom looking to babysit part time in my home, or babysit part time in your home. My son is 1-year-old, and he will need to be with me during daytime hours. I have experience working in a school district providing social services and case management to students grades K-12, and have...
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Love And Peace With Me

Pottsville, PA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
respite care
+ 1 more
Greetings, I am a certified HHA (home health aide), PCA (personal care aide), and DSP (direct support professional). With 7+ years experience providing home care services for seniors, and persons with disabilities and/or cognitive decline, I am confident I can offer you exceptional services. With compassion, respect, and...
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Provider For All Needs

New Tripoli, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm am an extremely caring individual with over 12 years of experience caring for seniors, especially with dementia. I am passionate about people and what we can do to care for them. I am very experienced in many levels of care due to the decline of my parents from the beginning to the end of life. I know what my struggles were...

Care Member says "Kathleen goes above and beyond in helping my 99 year old grandmother. She is caring, professional and knowledgeable and has helped our family...

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Fun Sitter And Happy Children

Hazleton, PA

3.6(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hello my name is Dyannah . I have been babysitting since I was 7. I have taken care of children from the ages of 2wks -17yrs. I learned that I love watching kids at a very young age which helped me choose my career path also young. I'm currently in school for nursing. Im going for neonatal nursing/ practitioner or pediatrics....

Care Member says "She is an excellent caregiver. Is the best for my grandson goes above and beyond. "

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Professional, Dependable, And Compassionate Care ,Non-Smoker, Covid Vaccinated,

Lehighton, PA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 30 plus years' experience in basic to end of life care. I have gained my experience in nursing homes, personal care homes, and private home care, also with hospice. I am trained extensively in Alzheimer's and dementia care, diabetic care, basic wound care, basic therapy, and patients that require a Hoyer lift. I am...

Judy P. says "Shirley takes care of my mother who is over 100 years old. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field. Shirley goes above and beyond in her care for your...

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15 Years Experienced Housekeeper

Drums, PA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
window washing
bathroom cleaning
I am very flexible and I have 15+ years of experience. I usually charge 150 per day, not an hourly rate, but can negotiate price depending on the travel and the services client requests. I am honest, reliable, and hard working, so my rate greatly corresponds to my outstanding work ethics. I have my own transportation,...

Care Member says "By far the best professional I have worked with on care.com. Her and her team were excellent at organizing, cleaning, consolidating, and decorating. My...

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Kutztown, PA

from
$20/hr
Current Occupational Therapy student with experience working with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. A positive and caring individual who loves to meet new people!
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Kerri W.'s Photo

Pottsville, PA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have started my career becoming a CNA and working in a nursing home for about six years. From there I did some training for hospice care and began working for hospice for approximately 15 years and worded at the nursing home. I then worked as a private duty aide for a younger woman who has had a stroke . Only working with her...
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I Am Working In The Special Education Field For 12 Years!

Hazleton, PA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I worked as an after school teacher 1st & 6 grade for 5 years. I presently work as a certified Para educator in the Early Intervention program. I will be finishing my 8th year! I also have worked in the human services field for 12 years! I love helping people of all ages! 4-85!
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Hamburg, PA

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$15/hr
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is LeighAnn and I am a senior in high school. Coming from a large family, household chores are taught basically from birth! While I have little professional experience I am eager to learn and adapt to specific family needs. I can provide cleaning services for any room and also for pets and children.
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Saint Clair, PA

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Ive had dogs and cats all my life and wouldn't give them anything below the best of care! DOGS SERVICES: Walks, Baths/ Brushing, Feeding, Cleaning dog poop(must have own products) CAT SERVICES: Feeding, Cleaning litter, Brushing
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Hamburg, PA

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
I am a a woman who loves her job. I have been a pet caregiver for 10 years and a dog trainer for 8 years. I have a lot of experience with both dogs and cats. I'd describe my personality as perky, fun , reliable. I like working with animals because they show appreciation and love , and I found it rewarding!!!!!! I'm looking...
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Hello!

Hazleton, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Jocelynne and I am 28 years old. I am CPR and First aid certified, good with all pets and I don't smoke. I live in Luzerne county and I am currently working towards Massage therapy and possibly my physiotherapy degree starting January. I have watched kids anywhere from 1-2 months old to 12 years old. I am open...
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Senior Companion /Caregiver

Jim Thorpe, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
transportation
errands
I am currently retired from NJ Division senior services as a program Developmental Specialist/Aging, I ran the senior health and fitness program for 18 yrs. I also was involved in senior health screenings prior to my most current position. I coordinated with hospitals and doctors to provide medical screening for seniors. My past...
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Nuremberg, PA

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$8/hr
I offer house visits, dog walking and can also provide boarding services. I'm available during the week, weekends and holidays. If you're looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter, I'd love to hear from you!
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Kutztown, PA

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
organization
bathroom cleaning
I have an eye for detail and cleanliness. I take pride in my work and providing the best possible service for my clients
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Tutor Available

Sugarloaf, PA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I am offering tutoring services. I have a dual masters degree in teaching grades 1-6 in general education and special education. I have seven years experience as a paraprofessional.
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Kutztown, PA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
I am an occupational therapy grad student at Gwynedd Mercy University! Very interested in working in pediatrics post-graduation next summer! I would describe myself as active, outgoing, and compassionate! I love getting to know new people and consider myself a great listener! Looking for part-time jobs to help me get through...
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Kempton, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
My mother and maternal grandmother both had Alzheimer's. I helped my father with respite care for my mother. I am patient, kind and compassionate. I am also well educated, polite and honest. I love animals as well and have worked many years in social services and counseling.
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  • The average post rate is $8.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Tamaqua, PA

Therapy Dogs in Tamaqua, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 44 listed therapy dogs

Kathleen L.

Kathleen goes above and beyond in helping my 99 year old grandmother. She is caring, professional and knowledgeable and has helped our...

- Care member

Dyannah W.

She is an excellent caregiver. Is the best for my grandson goes above and beyond.

- Care member

Shirley G.

Shirley takes care of my mother who is over 100 years old. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field. Shirley goes above and beyond in...

- Judy P.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Tamaqua, PA

To find a therapy dog near you in Tamaqua, PA, 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 Tamaqua, PA is $8.00 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 Tamaqua, PA. 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 Tamaqua, PA, 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 Tamaqua, PA, 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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