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60 therapy dogs are listed in Troy, NY
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Troy, NY
5.0
(1)
I have been working with elderly people for about 10 years now. I worked in nursing homes, home care agencies and assisted living for a few years. Last year I have taken on cases on a private basis due to Covid. I have taken on many different cases related to Alzheimer's, dementia, paraplegic & quadriplegic, assisted living,...
Jasmine can also help with: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marissa, I have been cleaning residential, commercial and rental properties for 8 years now. I have been working with my mom, shes owned her cleaning business for 25+ years and I'm looking to start on my own. The services I offer are based by the job. I can clean your home weekly, bi weekly, monthly or a...
Marissa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(2)
Skills are bathing, dressing, skin care, transferring, hoyer lift wheelchairs, etc., bringing to doctors appointments, writing up documents, doing 12 hours of in-service a year. Doing HHA for 18 years. I'm CPR certified.
Maureen can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maureen goes above and beyond to give your loved one the care that they need. She took care of my Mom for 6 years with excellent care."
Charles S.
Marissa M.
Cohoes, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(30)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting services in your home for animals of all ages & sizes. I have over a decade of experience with caring for dogs, cats, smaller mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, exotic pets, & farm animals. Please feel free to read my client reviews! I'm a true animal lover & have been known to coax even shy...
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Marissa was great! Not only did she feed my cats while I was away but she took time to spend with the cats and play with them too. You can tell she loves animals and loves her job. I felt at ease knowing my cats were in such great care while I was away. She also...
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Jeanne P.
Latham, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience, Love and Compassion Is What I Can Bring To Your Loved One.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
PART TIME ONLY.
I assist elderly clients with everyday chores, running errands, attending doctor & appointments, reading mail and paying bills, meal-prep cooking, light cleaning and companionship.
I am experienced with medicines, cancer treatments/side effects, and note taking while attending doctor appointments.
I am a...
Jeanne can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jeanne P is a wonderful, kind caregiver. She helped my 92 year old mom for the past several years. My mom was very reluctant to accept any help and Jeanne was very adept at winning her over and becoming like a friend to my mom.
When it came time for mom to move...
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5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience with the elderly as well as children dating back to when I was 16 years old. I am passionate about it because it's where I excel the most. I am fully vaccinated with the booster for Covid. Last year I retired from NYS Office of the State Comptroller after 36 years of service. I enjoy working with...
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these! "
Anne S.
Sandy P.
Cohoes, NY
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Competent, Detail Oriented, And Fully Insured Helper
5.0
(1)
Hi!
My name is Sandy and I currently clean for 12 families. I can clean using organic products that I make and provide or using cleansers that you prefer and provide.
I also cat/pet sit for 15 families and am familiar giving insulin if needed. I was a dog walker in Albany, and currently have 4 rescued kitties (one with...
5.0
"Sandy is a great help to me. She stops by a few times a week to help with cleaning, laundry, dishes, and running errands. She occasionally will bring me to appointments. She helps to keep things running smoothy!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursing home for 3 years as well as private home care. I love providing home care-giving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. The smile on their faces is overwhelming and makes me feel I have done my job right. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am doing the right thing. I...
Brittney can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Brittney is a very compassionate and caring young woman. She is highly skilled and well experienced in all aspects. She has a pleasant attitude and was quick to understand/learn my father's needs. She engaged with him making sure he was happy while attending to...
Amy Z.
Rachel C.
Albany, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked with individuals of varying disabilities for 10+ years. I'm a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and have two masters, one in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis and the other in Teaching as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I'm a general and special education teacher birth through 6th grade. I practice ABA...
Alexis B.
Waterford, NY
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently in graduate school studying Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology). Previously, I have worked in a preschool setting working in an Autism Spectrum Classroom and 6:1:3 setting. In addition, through my education I have also clinically worked with individuals of all age ranges with a variety of...
Rachel C.
Albany, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel. I have been working with children of all ages for 15+ years now. I'm a general and special education teacher for ages birth through 6th grade. I'm also a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA -*see below for explanation). I have worked for private and public school districts. I'm open to any endeavor at...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Rachel was amazing with my twins, who just light up when she walks in. She helped us create a schedule, helped with major transitions and just made our lives so much easier. Rachel was always busy, juggling playing with the girls and helping with housework. I...
Laura O.
I have been nannying on and off throughout my college career. I have nannied for all ages from 3 months -10+ years.
I'm an Occupational therapy assistant student and will be graduating in May! I am looking for a temporary summer position as I study for my licensing exam.
Alli can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Gabriella H.
Albany, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Gaby. I'm an enthusiastic and compassionate pet sitter with a genuine love for animals. I understand that let's are a beloved member of the family, and I'm committed to providing them with exceptional care, attention, and affection. As a pet owner myself, I understand the importance of finding a trustworthy and reliable...
Gabriella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm a special Education teacher with 8 years of experience working with children, looking forward to speaking to you!
Mia T.
Wynantskill, NY
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
hi! My name is Mia, I love animals. I grew up with a dog and walking all the neighborhood, dogs and dog sitting throughout my high school years. Throughout high school, I assisted my mentor and his service animal all four years in training and care. I currently have a cat who is my best friend!!
Mia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello, My name is Mya. I've been some what of a house keeper for six years. I'm also a certified home care giver and apart of my training is cleanliness, and providing a clean home for my clients. It became something I loved. I'm currently looking for a side job and why not do something I enjoy. My services included : laundry,...
Mya can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Hello!
I have had the pleasure of providing care to seniors for over a decade. I have a degree in Human Services, as my passion in life is helping. I am an outgoing, friendly person who is easy to talk to. I have safe and reliable transportation. My preference is to work within school hours as I am mom to a young child, however...
Giovan can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, home modification, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Elizabeth M.
Albany, NY
$21-26/hr
I am confident that I can provide excellent services as a tutor. I am looking to provide support in writing, history, English, government/ social studies, and would be happy to provide writing samples or professor recommendations.
Residential cleaning services offered on a part time basis with consistency and quality. A one person business with some experience as a sole proprietor. In the process of launching my business and expanding my clientele. To the best of my abilities, I accommodate my customer's requests. Timely completion of the work at a...
Abang can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Heather H.
Cropseyville, NY
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
In my high school years, I worked for our town summer camp and daycare. At the summer camp, I would often be in charge of several children at once. When I worked at the daycare, I was assisting the main caregiver with children from ages 3mos to 11 years of age. I also babysat for other parents in my community, sometimes 3-4...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Troy, NY
Maureen C.
5.0
Maureen goes above and beyond to give your loved one the care that they need. She took care of my Mom for 6 years with excellent care.
- Charles S.
Marissa M.
5.0
Marissa is fantastic!! I don't know what I would do without her. She has been great with both of my animals and has worked with my crazy unpredictable schedule. She always goes above and beyond for my pets and I am so grateful! My cat who is a bit shy and skiddish, is very happy and calm around...
- Rebecca P.
Jeanne P.
5.0
Jeanne got along right away with my Mom. She is very competent, and professional. Always on time and always has my Mom's best interest at heart.
- Care member
Eva S.
5.0
Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these!
- Anne S.
Sandy P.
5.0
Sandy is a great help to me. She stops by a few times a week to help with cleaning, laundry, dishes, and running errands. She occasionally will bring me to appointments. She helps to keep things running smoothy!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Troy, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Troy, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Troy, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Troy, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Troy, NY is $19.05 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 Troy, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Troy, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Troy, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Troy, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Troy, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Troy, 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.
Ratings for Troy, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Troy, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.