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Muskaan S.

Walnut Creek, CA

from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Muskaan! I'm currently a psychology major at San José State University and recently graduated from Diablo Valley College with my Associate's degree in Psychology. I have over three years of experience as a behavioral therapist working with children on the autism spectrum, and I'm also CPR certified. I've been...
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Bianca M.

Detail Cleaner

Walnut Creek, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
Bringing a decade of experience to my work, I find great satisfaction in creating clean and comfortable spaces for my clients. I offer comprehensive services, including bathroom and kitchen cleaning, general room tidying, and changing bed linens. I am also experienced in cleaning stubborn stains and delicate surfaces. I have...
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Carrie K.

INFANT NANNY; RETIRED MOTHER, EDUCATOR, THERAPIST, ADMIN.

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
After a long and rewarding career, I have retired from my professional life and can think of nothing better than to continue my relationships and love of children and their families by caring for your precious babies. I have master's level degrees in general and special education and public school administration. I retired in...

Shreya R. says "We feel so lucky to have had Carrie as our son's nanny for a year. She started working with us just before his first birthday. Carrie's background in...

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Tiller W.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
Tiller from Oakland , Ca. 65 Yrs Old 3Yrs Exp. I Have 3 year of experience In adult and senior care State of California health and human services agency in home supportive services Ihss I have work with elders who have dementia I can help with doctor appointments transportation and some work around the housing

Zandile C. says "He arrive 10 minutes early to his in-person Interview. New hire, the few days he's worked he's been consistent and reliable; his care giving service is...

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Bridget B.

Pet-Sitter And Dog Walker

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
Hi, I'm Bridget! I'm an experienced and dependable pet caregiver with years of hands-on experience caring for dogs, cats, and other animals. I've provided pet sitting and house sitting services, dog walking, and drop-in visits for cats. I'm comfortable with feeding routines, walks, litter boxes, medication instructions, and...

Care Member says "Bridget has been so helpful around the house and with our little dog, who adores her. Highly recommend. "

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Gloria V.

Childcare/Babysitter

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I specialize in newborn, infant and toddler childcare, with 15+ years experience in Contra Costa. I have glowing references in private homes. TB test negative and certificate in CPR, and recent TDAP done February, 2022. My primary language is Spanish and my English is sufficient in the childcare setting. I am available now for...

Michelle C. says "Gloria took great care of my daughter and I would hire her again in the future."

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Melanie A.

Martinez, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello parents! My name is Melanie. I'm a nanny who lives in the Pleasant Hill area. I'm currently searching for a nanny job, and I can be available as needed. I'm bilingual, (English & Spanish), and would hope and love to have the opportunity to meet your children! If there's any questions, you can always message me. Thank you!...

Travis T. says "Melanie started watching our son when he was just 4 months old. She's always on time and we've never had any issues with her attendance. Our favorite...

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Lakeisha S.

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Oakland, CA

4.5(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a Kinesiology degree from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete my whole childhood) but when I graduated, plans changed. I have most of my experiences as a mother, to (beautiful 18 yr. old daughter)...

Donald W. says "Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged...

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Shayna C.

Part-time To Full-time Nanny

Orinda, CA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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I have consistently worked with children for the past 14 years and primarily working with children under 10 and love it! I have 3 AA's in the arts a bachelors degree in Psychology with a focus on early childhood development. I am pursuing my Marriage and Family Therapy Masters and looking for a position that is mutually...

Shannon K. says "Shayna was a phenomenal caretaker. We hired her this summer for a three week job for our 6.5yr old. She was considerate, punctual, and my daughter loved...

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Beauty F.

Tender Loving Caregiver

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I've been in this line of work for 18 +years. I enjoy being a caregiver, I provide excellent services, I'm patient, caring, loyal, trustworthy, honest, and can pretty much do whatever you need to be done from errands, grocery shopping, quadriplegic, diabetic care, Alzheimer's, respite care, dialysis, doc. appointments, Transfer,...

Jodie G. says "Beauty and her Mom Mary worked for us and they did a awesome job. I would highly recommend them to take care of your loved one."

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Elhom S.

Childcare Provider

San Ramon, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated and reliable babysitter with a passion for working with children. With experience teaching swimming, I ensure kids stay active and have fun while learning valuable skills. I also provide academic support, helping with math and english coursework to keep children on track with their studies. Additionally, I am...

Care Member says "Elhom is Patient friendly. She has been a great help with my 9-month-old while I take my daughter to her therapy sessions. Although my little one has...

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Maria V.

Experienced Housekeeper

Oakland, CA

4.4(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Dusting
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello , my name is Maria . I have many years of housekeeping experience. My passion for cleaning started when I was a little girl, I loved when my mother cleaned our home and left the air smelling fresh! Growing up, I could not stand a half job done when cleaning. I am a perfectionist and thankfully through out time I have...

Care Member says "Maria is an absolute gem! She consistently goes above and beyond, tackling those often-overlooked areas like under furniture and those tricky corners I...

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Naomi E.

Moraga, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
Errands
transportation
Hello my name is Naomi And I am 21 years old. I am a college student studying sociology. I have experience with caring primarily with children but I can be of service to those who need assistance whether it be driving or care after a major procedure.

Devonna D. says "This young lady is a Godsend! She has been such a blessing to my mom and I. From the first day, we saw and felt that she would be a perfect fit. She is...

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Miriam J.

Love To Cook!

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience
Errands
meal prep
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I took care of my 2 granddaughters, from utero to 6 years of age. The eldest granddaughter had Down's Syndrome and open heart surgery at 3 months old to correct her heart value. The youngest granddaughter is on the spectrum. I handled...

Porsche C. says "Miriam is an amazing person who takes your child's best interest to heart. Because she is a loving mother and grandmother, she has a deep understanding...

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Pheng B.

Nanny/Caregiver

Pleasant Hill, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi Families! I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs. I focus on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment while supporting each child's individual growth and development. I currently work as a Paraprofessional in an elementary...

Jon R. says "i got to know Pheng and one of her clients' kids with special needs when encountering them on dog walks. The kid is amazing, but in the wrong, untrained,...

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Kimberly J.

Senior Care

Lafayette, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 30 years experience in senior care. I have experience in every aspect of geriatric care. Very good with pets too. Many years of Hospice and other clients just general care. Specialize in Rehab from surgery and I assist with physical therapy. Very organized and assisting with Medication management. I worked as a Med Tech...

Kelary H. says "Kimberly was a great responsible and very caring caregiver to my Father. I would highly recommend her. she worked 9-5 m-f. Hire Her!!! She'd be a great...

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Kalisi F.

Care With A Passion!

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Kalisi, but you can call me Grace. I have over 20 years of caregiving experience, including palliative care, dementia & memory care, Parkinson's, hospice, cancer or just companionship. I provide attentive, high-quality care for adults and seniors with disabilities or chronic illnesses. My services include help...

Care Member says "Grace is a wonderful person. We had the pleasure of hiring her through care.com. She is very knowledgeable about the process with hospice care. She...

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Roy M.

Pleasant Hill, CA

4.2(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I believe in helping those in the senior community live happy, healthy and independent lives. I have over 18 years of experience working with senior and adults. I understand that each client is unique in personal needs and desires. I will help you and your loved ones create a list to assure that the in-home services I provide...

Laura C. says "Roy took care of my dad in the last year of my dad's life. He was an absolute Godsend to our family; I cannot recommend him more highly. He was always...

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Sarah G.

Concord, CA

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$25/hr
Boarding
pet walking
I love working with dogs! I enjoy being able to take them out for walks and provide care for them. I have experience taking care of my own dog when I had one. Also, I have helped take care of dogs that belonged to family and friends. Services I could provide are walking, playing, feeding, and bathing.
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Sophia B.

Martinez, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I've been an animal lover my whole life, so caring for pets is something I genuinely enjoy. I treat every pet like my own. This includes making sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable while keeping up with good habits. I'm great with high-energy dogs and love staying active with them, but I also keep things clean and...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.12/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.3

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Walnut Creek, CA

Therapy Dogs in Walnut Creek, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Carrie K.

We feel so lucky to have had Carrie as our son's nanny for a year. She started working with us just before his first birthday. Carrie's...

- Shreya R.

Tiller W.

He arrive 10 minutes early to his in-person Interview. New hire, the few days he's worked he's been consistent and reliable; his care giving...

- Zandile C.

Bridget B.

Bridget has been so helpful around the house and with our little dog, who adores her. Highly recommend.

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Walnut Creek, CA

To find a therapy dog near you in Walnut Creek, CA, 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 Walnut Creek, CA is $26.12 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 Walnut Creek, CA. 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 Walnut Creek, CA, 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 Walnut Creek, CA, 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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