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Stacy K.

Tarpon Springs, FL

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
move-out cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing a sparkle to homes is my passion. With over 13 years of experience, I offer regular and deep cleaning services as well as organizing and decluttering. I take pride in my work and love what I do. I always arrive on time and am highly dependable. I prioritize building trust and respecting your space, carefully following...
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Linda D.

Fun Caring Motivational Smile Creator :)

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
transportation
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Linda D., this is a little about myself I am from New York, moved her in 1994, a mother of three adult children and, and a fun-loving grandma of 7. I have 10 + years of experience in a variety of fields my trade is a National Registered Medical assistant. however, I consider myself as a jack of all trades. I...

Donna B. says "Linda is a warm, caring, thoughtful person, who was also proactive in finding ways to bond with my dad. She found ways to engage his interest and mind, not...

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Casey K.

Child Care

Oldsmar, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I used to be a preschool and elementary school teacher for the past 10 years, but recently quit to go back to school for physical therapy! My end goal is to become a pediatric intense physical therapist! I am currently going to classes and I'm looking for a part time nanny position! I have two amazing kids and two absolutely...

Heather D. says "We were truly lucky to find Casey to watch our 3-month baby. She worked for us for 3 years. I work from home and was able to watch her interact with our...

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Irene P.

Special Needs Experience

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an autistic son. He went from nonverbal and aggressive to high functioning. He is 19 now and he has a full time job as a mechanic at Ford. He also had supraventricular tachycardia and a rare blood disorder. I have advocated for and assisted him through numerous procedures and therapies. I'm ready to share my experience...
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Irene P.

Family Care Giver And Facilitator

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
respite care
As the most educated and least squeamish, I have always been the family care giver. I have assisted many seniors in various ways. For example, I helped my father with dementia, my mother with osteoporosis, my aunt with tuberculosis, my uncle with cancer, a friend with Alzheimers, a cousin with mental illness, and a neighbor with...

Marie G. says "Irene has been a wonderful caregiver. She has worked for us for almost five months and has been outstanding. She is extremely competent. We would give...

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Sophie G.

Palm Harbor, FL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
errands
personal care
hospice services
Hello, my name is Sophie, I am a Registered Nurse, and in January 2021 will mark 30 years as a healthcare professional. During these years of service, I have worked with our diverse population, as a staff nurse , charge nurse, team leader and a travel nurse in the hospital setting. I have worked as a palliative care liaison and...
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Lorraine F.

Oldsmar, FL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
I have been a nanny caregiver and house keeper in my 40 years of working and provide the best possible service to all my employers
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Sandy B.

I May Be What You Are Looking For

Palm Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am 63 years old young. I have a home in Palm Harbor- in between Curlew and Tampa Rd. My goal is to make someone's life-easier. . I do have all my own cleaning supplies and equipment ( I add to my collection by researching the newest and most effective). I enjoy organizing and can also do errands if needed and transport to...

Care Member says "Sandy’s an amazingly thorough and thoughtful cleaner, for an incredible price. "

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Christy W.

Experienced, Professional Caregiver

Palm Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Experienced, Professional Caregiver ~ I'm grateful to bring over three decades of experience with newborns and infants to you and your family, including several sets of twins and even triplets! Toddlers, preschoolers, and young children also love to spend time with me. My arms have held over 185 babies. As a Baby Professional, I...

Holly L. says "Christy helped out with our twin girls from the time they were 6 weeks until they were 3.5 and we moved out of the area. We could not have made it through...

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Libra B.

Caregiver/ HHA , Certified Nursing Assistant, And Patient Care Tech(hospital Exp.)

Safety Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
home modification
visiting nurse
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a current Certified Nursing Assistant, and Home Health Aide with over 24 years of experience. I have comprehensive knowledge compassionate care , and very dependable services. I am highly organized with excellent attention to detail for the clients health care needs. I thrive on providing the best care at all times. I would...

Brian S. says "Libra is a very compassionate caregiver that goes above and beyond her services, and would be a great asset."

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Janine W.

Senior Care

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi. I have been working as an at-home caregiver for over 10 years. I have experience in medication management, assisting with physical therapy, bathing, assisting with prosthesis, light housecleaning, meal preparation and companionship. My last two clients I was with through to hospice care. I have been on the family's side...

Katherine K. says "Janine worked for my family for years. Highly recommend her as a caregiver. She cared for my mother as her Alzheimer's advanced all the way until...

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Marcy R.

Dunedin, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
Hi! I have extensive experience in senior care and excellent references. I have experience in physical therapy. I can do light cooking, light housekeeping, errand running and dr. appointments. I am 59 years old, have reliable transportation, clean driving record and have passed a security background check. I am dependable and...

Brian M. says "Marcy has been a wonderful addition to our family! In addition to being punctual and dependable, she is extremely caring and flexible, able to change days...

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Susan C.

Newborn Care Specialist-Complete Overnight Care Specializing In Preemies, Multiples (Twins/Triplets)

Odessa, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
I'm a Newborn Care Specialist providing Overnight Preemie/Newborn/Infant care ONLY. I also specialize in multiples! I have over 18 years of experience and enjoy helping first time parents and "new again parents" with their precious little ones. Services include: All overnight feedings while parents sleep! Baby bottle prep...

Kaitlin L. says "Susan is so special. I have a hard time trusting other people with my little one, but Susan put my mind at ease when we saw how gentle and confident she...

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Marvin L.

Home Health Provider

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant, a certified phlebotomy technician and CPR certified. I have been in the medical field since 1997 as an MRI technician, home service, rehab/long-term facility, hospital care and now building a business for holistic care. I have worked in home health care for more than 15 years and have the...

Kathleen L. says "Marvin is very pleasant and polite. He is caring and thoughtful in difficult situations and also very aware of the needs of his patient and of other...

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Christina F.

Holiday, FL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! I'm Christina. About me: COOKING AND COMPANIONSHIP EXPERT! THE COOKING: I went to culinary school in New York. Went through the restaurants, learned a lot. Relocated to the Gulf side Florida where I have been a private chef since 2020, learned much more. I am excited to announce that I am now providing a health conscious...

Rebecca M. says "Christina helped care for my elderly mother and did a fabulous job! Very caring and aware as well as super compassionate with a brilliant sense of...

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Kathryn J.

Pet-Sitting

Palm Harbor, FL

3.7(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a long time experienced dog sitter, watcher, care provider . I had a business of Pet care services boarding dogs in my home for over 10 years as well as dropping in and walking dogs. I also have a 10-year-old Border Collie . I am experienced working with dogs of all sizes, temperaments, needs and ages. I am trustworthy and...

Theresa F. says "Kathy watched my two dogs for a week. She took my dogs on a hike, sent me pictures throughout my vacation and gave my dogs love and attention. I was...

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Sherry R.

Compassionate Towards Elders That A Need Of Comfort And Care

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care to help them stay in the comfort of there own home I'm a wife to a loving husband and mother of two children and grandmother of five grandkids love helping others and have great references and love working with the elderly and there is not...

Tracy K. says "I hired Sherry several times now to care for my mom while I am away. She has such great compassion and empathy for my mom, who has dementia and issues...

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Sandy M.

Part-Time Housekeeper

New Port Richey, FL

4.5(1)
from
$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
HI, I've been house cleaner & pro-organizer on Care since 2009! I love to help people! I do general / full detail cleanings! I also do special small house projects from shampooing carpets, to organizing cabinets, closets & garages to gardening to or painting murals since I am a retired Art teacher! I have 5 star rating with...

J K. says "Sandy did a great job cleaning for us! She had her work cut out for her and she worked hard and was kind to my dad whose house she cleaned!"

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Desiree W.

Experienced Housekeeper

Palm Harbor, FL

4.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Let me make your life easier! I can provide many different services from light housekeeping to deep cleaning or organizing whole rooms.
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Kimberly Y.

Pet Sitter

Safety Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I own a local pet sitting service serving the Tampa Bay Area. I am licensed bonded and insured. I have 25 years pet sitting experience . I am CPR certified and can administer medications. I offer daily drop in visits and and can provide overnight care.

Virginia W. says "Kim is an amazing person and caregiver for my 2 cats. One is diabetic and needed insulin 2 time s a day. She was very professional and gave his shots...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.76/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Tarpon Springs, FL

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

Linda D.

Linda is a warm, caring, thoughtful person, who was also proactive in finding ways to bond with my dad. She found ways to engage his...

- Donna B.

Casey K.

We were truly lucky to find Casey to watch our 3-month baby. She worked for us for 3 years. I work from home and was able to watch her...

- Heather D.

Irene P.

Irene has been a wonderful caregiver. She has worked for us for almost five months and has been outstanding. She is extremely competent....

- Marie G.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Tarpon Springs, FL

To find a therapy dog near you in Tarpon Springs, FL, 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 Tarpon Springs, FL is $20.76 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 Tarpon Springs, FL. 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 Tarpon Springs, FL, 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 Tarpon Springs, FL, 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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