Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Washington, CT
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Taylor N.
Washington, CT
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As an older sister of 3 (being 10 years apart from the youngest) and coming from a family with 52 cousins, I have a vast amount of experience with babysitting. Professional experience includes working within the school and home setting with individuals aged 10 - 21. Currently going to school to pursue my Master's in School...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
I would like to take a moment to tell you a little about myself. I am a mother to two daughters. I love seeing them become independent caring individuals; I feel that is the goal as parents.
I have a degree in Psychology, a minor in Music Therapy, I am a certified Recreation Therapist, and certified Special Education...
Colleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Colleen was amazing with my two children (5 and 3). She was patient and caring and the kids loved her."
Faith A.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate caregiver with over 20 years of in-home and facility-based experience, dedicated to providing quality companionship, hospice, and personal services.
I care for my patients deeply and do everything I can to make sure they are cared for and feel valued.
As family members, I will provide you...
Dominica can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Dominica is a dependable, trustworthy, hardworking, caring individual who was always willing to go above and beyond her daily duties which included, but not limited to, meal preparation, medication support, bathing & laundry for our 90 year old mother. She...
Bernard H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sara, I have been professionally working with infants through young adults for 9 years now including those with special needs!
(I have an 20-month-old baby boy who goes with me to my current job)
A bit about me. I grew up in the Silicon Valley area of California where I babysat multiple families, worked as an...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sara is everything we would hope and dream for in a babysitter! Kind, reliable, fun, sweet to the kids but not afraid to lay down the law if need be, and just overall a wonderful person. We feel very safe with her with COVID and her level of caution with it. Would...
Hayley E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience working with children. I have been nannying/babysitting since I was 13. I have experience working with special needs children as well as babies. I work at a camp year round and I am in charge of a 4 different age groups every week of the summer and same goes for off season. I have been working...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've had Ashley babysit our 9-month-old son a few times now, and plan to hire her again any time we need a sitter. She is calm, collected, and capable. She has plenty of experience and knows what she's doing, and our son loves her. Anyone would be lucky to have...
Sivan B.
Companion Services. Many years of experience helping with activities of daily living for All different age ranges. I am reliable and professional but most important I am a friend to all.
Kristie can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia
Lizzie S.
Watertown, CT
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as optimistic, funny, and open.
I like working with animals because I've always connected really well with them. I've been taking care of animals my whole life and find so much joy in spending time and making memories with them.
In my spare time, I like to make art, study art therapy, go for...
Hi! I am a former Registered Behavior Technician of 5+ years. Here in Connecticut I worked in the Waterbury public schools (company hired). I was based in the special education program implementing ABA therapy and teaching the curriculum to the students. I am now in school for Speech Language Pathology. I am very comfortable and...
Isabella T.
Watertown, CT
$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of professional experience with cleaning and 5+ years of professional experience with kids. I have a niche for tidying and am great at living up to customers expectations for what they need. I also worked for child social services and am currently interning at an elementary school to become a teacher. I also love...
Isabella can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing
Sydney Y.
New Milford, CT
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Sydney I'm 24 years old. I am a bubbly, caring, creative person. I have my bachelors in health promotion studies and a minor in psychology. I am currently attending school . I work at a physical therapy clinic as a pt aid. I have 6 years of experience caring for kids . I can help with Travel and Laundry. Cooking is also...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Margaret. I do not have full time availability but I am able to help on a per diem basis! If you are seeking "once in a while" assistance or need someone for last minute care please feel free to reach out! I have been working with the local non profit, Litchfield chore service, for the last 2 years. Most of my...
Margaret can also help with: Personal care
I'm pet owner and animal lover. I'm comfortable walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. Please feel free to contact me to discuss my service.
Yours truly,
Emilia
Emilia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi There,
I am a dedicated and driven full-time college student.
I have several years of experience in child care and pet care, as I was a camp counselor, house sitting, customer service occupations, and importantly I am CPR certified.
I'm looking for a reoccurring part-time job or offer a hand for a one-time gig to any...
Glenn S.
Watertown, CT
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I worked as an occupational therapy assistant in a nursing home for seven years providing a wide range of care for senior patients.
Glenn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
I have more than 10 years of experience love to do fun activities with kids love to read write sing like to do basketball bike rides taking walks travel help people in need I like to give therapy and be a therapist but most of all I help the kids in all there needs and do my best for them to be happy thats make me happy too
Esperanza can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
I am currently working as a student teacher to obtain my Special Education certification for k-12. I will be a certified teacher in December, I am looking to add tutoring sessions while I prepare for a full time teaching assignment next fall. I am open to keeping the tutoring positions for the future while I teach. I have...
I have 5+ years of experience with children. I work with youths at child social services. I love working with kids!
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I am originally from Slovakia and recently moved to New Milford, CT due to my husband's job. I have been working as a house cleaner for the last 18 years. My services include cleaning bathrooms, kitchen, vacuuming, dusting, polishing furniture etc. I am very organized, responsible and have a trustworthy work ethic. I am...
Emilia can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, changing bed linens, dusting, kitchen cleaning & more
Kayla D.
Watertown, CT
$22-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello,
I have experience working with children and young adults who present with special needs. I have extensive experience in both providing services within someone's home, along with a residential setting.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can shop for you, weed, water and harvest from your garden, sit for your pet, clean your house, meal prep, and most anything else to fill in where you don't have time or simply cannot perform these tasks. Happy to be of help and service in any way that you need. we can discuss your needs and see if we are a good fit.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Washington, CT
Colleen S.
5.0
Colleen was amazing with my two children (5 and 3). She was patient and caring and the kids loved her.
- Faith A.
Dominica S.
5.0
Dominica is a dependable, trustworthy, hardworking, caring individual who was always willing to go above and beyond her daily duties which included, but not limited to, meal preparation, medication support, bathing & laundry for our 90 year old mother. She provided her with exceptional care and...
- Bernard H.
Sara H.
5.0
I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care provided by Sara. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she was not just a babysitter, but a nurturing and responsible caregiver who truly loves what she does.
Sara created a warm and safe environment for...
- Luka K.
Ashley R.
5.0
We've had Ashley babysit our 9-month-old son a few times now, and plan to hire her again any time we need a sitter. She is calm, collected, and capable. She has plenty of experience and knows what she's doing, and our son loves her. Anyone would be lucky to have Ashley watching over their kids.
- Sivan B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Washington, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Washington, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Washington, CT, 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 Washington, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Washington, CT is $30.00 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Washington, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Washington, CT. 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 Washington, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Washington, CT, 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 Washington, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Washington, CT, 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.