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Marleny P.

CNA. 30 Years Expirience! Independent;Detail- Oriented;Dependable.

Cedarhurst, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Marleny . Reliable, Energetic and positive Caregiver with more than 30 years of experience always willing to provide a safe, effective and healthy environment for my patients. I enjoy working with elderly and children as well . Providing private home care including physical therapy , lifting and bathing and...

Care Member says "Compassionate, skilled, trustworthy, takes initiative. Marleny is a good cook, housekeeper and personal care provider. We came to feel like she was part...

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Kimberly K.

FIRST GRADE TEACHER

Little Neck, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Experienced private chef specializing in creating nutritious and delicious meals for families with kids. Skilled in meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing meals that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. Proficient in creating diverse menus that appeal to both children and adults, while maintaining a focus...

Sarah Z. says "Kimberly was great with my 1 and 3 years olds. Very patient and engaging."

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Hailyn C.

Residential And Commercial Cleaning Services

Hempstead, NY

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Window washing
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I completely understand how hard it can be to find trustworthy cleaning services. My commitment is your satisfaction. I've got 7 years of experience in residential and office cleaning, and I'm always happy to provide references. Keeping your home fresh, clean and spotless is my top priority!

Care Member says "Hailyn is amazing! She was very kind, trustworthy and able to come on short notice. She did a great job of cleaning my house. I will absolutely be using...

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Vashti S.

Seeking Elderly

Springfield Gardens, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
I have 20 years experience. I provide these services. Assistance with doctor's appointments Feeding Bathing Dressing Grooming Homemaking and housekeeping Taking vitals/monitoring medication/personal care Trained in CPR Cooking. I am honest devoted and can be counted on to be there whenever needed. In addition, I am...

Noel W. says "Appreciated the communication and connection. Great conversationalist."

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Elaine A.

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

Bayside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
I am a mother of 2 beautiful children ages 33 and 28 years of age. I worked for many years in the bookkeeping and banking industries. When I decided to have a family, I was fortunate to be around my children's day to day schedules. I was active for both of my children's informative school years which included being a class...

Care Member says "We LOVED working with Elaine! She was friendly and warm, the type of person you would want watching your kids. She was our primary babysitter when our...

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Amber K.

Dedicated Pet Care Provider With A Heart For Animals

Woodmere, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm Amber, a pet care professional dedicated to providing exceptional care for your beloved animals. With a profound love for pets and a wealth of experience, I'm committed to ensuring their well-being + happiness. My journey in pet care has been marked by a genuine passion for animals of all kinds. From energetic dogs to...

Care Member says "Amber did an incredible job. She was reliable and took great care of our pet and home while we were away. I will not hire anyone else! Amber is the...

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Astrid C.

Housekeeper Full Time

Corona, NY

4.8(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I offer deep and standard cleaning services for kitchens, refrigerators, ovens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms. I have references, a work permit, and can provide invoices. I speak English and Spanish. Additionally, I offer an extra service as an interior planner to organize and optimize your spaces. If desired, I can...

Care Member says "Astrid is a wonderful person to work with! Very punctual, thorough, and pleasant as well. I would recommend Astrid for anyone considering housekeeping...

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Julie K.

Excellent Caregiver

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a certified HHA with 13 years of experience. I am capable of providing professional and courteous services such as bathing, feeding, light housekeeping, personal assistance, meal preparation, medication administration, and patient mobility, wheelchair, Hoyer Lift. I am experience in providing dementia, Alzheimer, hospice...

Amy F. says "Julie was so kind to my mother in her final weeks. She was invaluable and certainly made everything much easier."

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Antonia C.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Kew Gardens, NY

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am looking for a position to helps elders maintain their independent of living in the community through the provisions of services promoting good health, comfort and meaning to each day. I am certified home health aide with more than 10 years of experience such as Alzheimer assisting with high and low pressure, bathing,...
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Dionicia V.

Professional Housekeeper

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Experienced House keeper with over 1o+ of experience, rest assure your home or office will feel refreshed and welcoming. I provide housekeeping services throughout NYC including Queens, and Manhattan. I pay close attention to detail, and take pride in my work. I am reliable, efficient, and communicative with my clients.

Luis S. says "We interviewed she was pleasant but we could not come to terms on scheduling."

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Micci C.

Caring Companion Caregiver

Long Beach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a certified caregiver who is very dedicated and passionate about caring for and improving the quality of life of the elderly. I've worked in the Caregiving/ Healthcare Industry for 10 years, starting my career as a director in an Assisted Living Care facility where I delivered daily living assistance to 180+ resident...

Eddie F. says "Micci is friendly, kind and personable....my father at age 89 looked so forward to her visits! She engaged with him by doing the many activities she found...

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Eveline C.

Housekeeper.

New Hyde Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Wall washing
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Eveline, and I live in Long Island. I adore children and have a daughter as well. My experiences include cleaning and pet sitting. I also have references to share if needed. Looking for help cleaning your house or childcare. I have no trouble cleaning up after playtime and giving cleaning services as well.

Jerry P. says "Eveline is a very dependable and hardworking lady. She puts great attention to details. She does not cut corners or take shortcuts. She has been cleaning...

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Antonia C.

CAREGIVER

Kew Gardens, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I am looking for a position to helps elders maintain independent living in the community through the provisions of services promoting good health, comfort and meaning to each day. I am certified home health aide with 10 year experience such as Alzheimer, dementia stage, assisting with high and low pressure, diabetes, bathing,...

Care Member says "Antonio has been wonderful taking care of my 94 year old Aunt. I am so lucky to have found her on Care.com. "

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Jenna F.

Former Teacher Seeks Part-Time Nannying Job (Fully Vaccinated, Nonsmoker, Clean Driving Record)

Floral Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a 35-year-old former elementary education teacher who left a customer service position this summer to find a way back to working with children, my true passion. While being in a traditional classroom setting was not the right path for me, I gained a wealth of knowledge about child development, learning styles, & engagement....

Ellen L. says "Jenna is an awesome babysitter. She is responsible, punctual and experienced. If you are looking for someone please contact her!"

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Monike S.

Senior Caregiver

Rosedale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello, my name is Monike, and I am 32. I have been in the health field for over a decade. I have my Master's in Social Work and a BA in gerontology (studying aging adults). I have worked in home care(IRA, ICFs) and other respected institutions on the providing service and administrative side. Caring for loved ones is a noble act...

Josanne C. says "I would highly recommend Monike she takes care of her clients like they're her own family. She has a great team they go above and beyond to make sure...

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Angela S.

Childcare

Island Park, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I was a Nanny for a family in Lynbrook. I raised twin boys since they were 6 months old and had been with them 10 years. I also worked for another family in East Rockaway for twin toddler boys and their older brother. I am ready to love another family long term. I have my own transportation and I am reliable. I am CPR and First...
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Toni Ann D.

Flexible Caretaker

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been a nanny for over 10 years as well as taught courses to early childhood, school-age, pre and teenagers. I am very flexible and can assist with meal prep, homework, crafts, and transportation. I will also be open to caring for your pets. I take pride in providing the best care and service. I look forward to helping you...

Care Member says "Toni-Ann was wonderful to my little one from day one! My 1 year old daughter loved her. She was punctual and followed the baby’s sleeping/feeding...

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Valeria A.

Housekeeper

Flushing, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Valeria, I would like others to be benefited from my extensive housekeeping experience. I like to extremely organize, making always sure that customer satisfaction is paramount. Give me the opportunity to show you my services and appreciation for your family. I promise you will not be disappointed. Unless...

Care Member says "Valeria has been coming to my house since November 2024. She understands my needs and does an excellent job. Now she is coming biweekly. I would highly...

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Stefani V.

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Ridgewood, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
3 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
About Me Hi! My name is Stefani, and I'm passionate about providing reliable, compassionate care for families and individuals. With my experience in organization, communication, and creating positive environments, I aim to bring both professionalism and warmth to the services I provide. I pride myself on being attentive to the...

Kristen V. says "Fun, playful, and super creative. She always did arts and crafts with my kids and got them out of the house!"

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Maria H.

Patient And Extremely Experienced With Children

Long Beach, NY

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
GREAT REFERENCES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE CPR AED BLS CERTIFICATION I have over 10 years experience. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschooler and preteens. My services will include: In-Home or Your home Childcare from a provider who is patient, loving and skilled. Excellent driving record and have a safe...

Sue K. says "I am so grateful that Maria was able to help me out on such short notice, My regular babysitter had a medical emergency and I had and important meeting to...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.88/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Valley Stream, NY

Therapy Dogs in Valley Stream, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Marleny P.

Compassionate, skilled, trustworthy, takes initiative. Marleny is a good cook, housekeeper and personal care provider. We came to feel like...

- Care member

Kimberly K.

Kimberly was great with my 1 and 3 years olds. Very patient and engaging.

- Sarah Z.

Hailyn C.

Hailyn is amazing! She was very kind, trustworthy and able to come on short notice. She did a great job of cleaning my house. I will...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Valley Stream, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Valley Stream, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Valley Stream, NY is $21.88 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 Valley Stream, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Valley Stream, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Valley Stream, 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.

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