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60 therapy dogs are listed in Yelm, WA
The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Yelm, WA
Kayliss H.
Yelm, WA
$15-20/hr
I've been around all kinds of animals throughout my life. I grew up with dogs, cats, iguanas, fish, cows, the occasional sheep, horses, pigs, ect. I currently have 2 dogs of my own, Indi and binx. I enjoy pets and livestock. I worked at a equine therapy location for awhile and also volunteered there, so I have experience with...
Kayliss can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
4.9
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm originally from Ukraine where I was a certified Nurse (RN equivalent) for over 20 years. I have worked closely with young children and adults in hospital settings, overlooking their medical needs and concerns. I have worked in nursing homes, assisting living and in-home care for 6 years in WA state. I provide help &...
Olena can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She is a gem! She takes her commitments very seriously, is empathetic, a hard worker and very responsible."
Shar G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Before coming to America in 2014, I was a Certified Nurse in Eastern Ukraine for over 20 years. I am now a registered WA State CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant), and I am first aid trained and CPR certified. My experience ranges from working with senior citizens, hospice, paraplegic and quadriplegic, as well as happy and healthy...
Olena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Olena is amazing! I highly recommend her. She's done a great job with our 5 year old and 3 year old. Both are super active. She is a must hire!!"
Kristen W.
Jodi K.
Yelm, WA
$20-25/hr
I was in customer service for over 30 years, I've raised 3 boys and have 2 grandchildren. I took care of my late husband during his brain cancer treatment, so I'm well aware of how to dress, bathe, feed, etc. I worked in a nursing home during high school and love the elderly as well as children. I am retired now and looking for...
Jodi can also help with: Personal care, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
It's easy to incorporate more odd jobs for a family I know and trust. When it comes to child care - sometimes it can include a multitude of support! Ultimately, if I can support a family so they can spend more time as a family, that's a win for me.
I have 10+years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Housekeeping, meal prep, shopping, appointments, med reminders, companion care, pet care and much more! I have worked private care and with First Choice In Home Care. I have 2 daughters, a granddaughter and grandson who are my favorite. I have lived in the...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Dean R.
Roy, WA
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a former EMT and worked for Los Angeles County. I am trained and certified by UCLA emergency medical school and is a licensed NREMT. I have over +4000 clinical hours working in the medical field.
I have moved here at Washington and stationed at JBLM, I'm currently serving in the military and looking for a 2nd job. My best...
Dean can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
5.0
(1)
I provide both in and out of home pet care services with 10 years experience. I love dogs and cats of all ages and sizes. I can provide some light grooming as well-partially dependent upon the animal being groomed. Thank you so much for considering me to be the next person to fall in love with your furbaby :)
Isabelle can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thank you so much for considering me to look after your little one-or ones! I know finding someone you can truly trust is one of the hardest parts of this journey. I have been working with little ones since 2009 and am now working on a Masters' Degree in family therapy. There is nothing I love more than nurturing and providing a...
Isabelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Where to start. I had my baby in June, hired Isabelle in September. I was just starting graduate school and was going to be working full time while pursuing my degree. Talk about stress on top of stress, adding a baby into the mix worked for our life plan but was...
Mimi G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. Also, a compassionate caregiver who is able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Some services include meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household,...
Palavi can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Decades of experience. Compassionate and loving. Puts the patients needs above her own. Willing to be flexible and adjust to changing needs."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Leticia and it's been more than 8 years that I'm taking care of kids, I'm happy to provide some references if you like! I used to do volunteer jobs going to congregate care and spending the weekend doing a lot of activities and having so much fun with the kids.
I'm really good to encourage the little ones, we can do...
Leticia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Leticia is an experienced and very polite professional. Pontual , caring and communicative. I’d definitely hire her again "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I love my job. I like things cleaned. I do the following: washing dishes, making beds. deep cleaning, laundry service above all. I am very clean person
I provide services for bathrooms, kitchen, general cleaning. Thanks!
Have good day,
Luisa
Luisa can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Luisa has been providing housecleaning services for 5 months and highly recommended her to others! She is efficient, yet thorough and has been an absolute pleasure to work with!"
Lara W.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I have 15 years of experience as a certified nursing assistant! Valid cna in WA state! Along with other certifications! I provide many services from companionship to total care! I'm willing to transport clients in my car, fully insured and registered! I'm opened minded and willing to learn! I love promoting...
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I hired Elizabeth to helpme out with my brother who is a developementally delayed eldery man.
She never hestitated to take on the job, is always enthusastic, on time and relieable. She has a very pleasant up-beat personality and my brother enjoys her company...
Christina N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello! My name is Maria and I have four animals of my very own, two cats and two dogs (all shelter cats/dogs). I have had animals my entire life growing up and wouldn't have it any other way. I am an experience pet owner with four of my own fur babies. And also have experience with working at a day care for multiple years as...
Maria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Maria did a great job taking care of my cat while I was out of town for a week. She sent pictures and let me know how he was doing every day. She was wonderful!"
Telena M.
Zan W.
Lakewood, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired physical therapist with experience in many settings, specialized in geriatrics (hospital, home health, skilled nursing facility). I also provided full time care for my father who was bed bound and totally dependent. I love working with people and am interested in part time work. I can provide many services. Please...
Zan can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zan was a god-send for our family. We transferred our mother in law from a nursing facility in California to our home in Tacoma, and we were unprepared for the road ahead. Zan helped us adjust to in-home care, gave wonderful recommendations, and took great care of...
Natalie M.
Adi G.
Tacoma, WA
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hi There ,
My name is Adi, a reliable , service focused , joyful caregiver that takes great passion in providing healthcare services. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. Family & Faith is everything to me & in this field of work. Therefore It's my hope to not only...
Adi can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Adi was a great accompany to our family. She is attentive to needs, very kind and compassionate, and she is always punctual. She goes above and beyond with her care and is such a pleasure to have around. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
"Hello, everyone. I'm Shakira, your local caregiver, babysitter, pet care provider, and housekeeper. In my role as a caregiver, I specialize in attending to the diverse needs of the elderly. I offer comprehensive support by accompanying them to medical appointments, assisting with grocery shopping, and providing companionship...
Shakira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was on time, accommodating and honest. We only needed a short time job, but she was kind and easy to work with. Would definitely hire her again."
Shawna B.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Bailey! Thank you for stopping by,
I currently run a cleaning/organizing business!
I also have experience in providing services that are more errand geared.
If you're looking for cleaning I have protocols listed below that we can make specific to your homes needs, these checklist are the outline of what...
Bailey can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"We've hired Bailey to come clean our house regularly. Her personality, communication skills and ability to properly clean our home in a timely manner are what make her so great!!!"
Marki G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a caring, nurturing & experienced senior caregiver and companion. I have experience in a variety of health and physical conditions across the board, including medication management.
I am here to give my best service with patience, understanding and compassion. I have letters of recommendation outside of care. com...
Rebecca can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"She was great in the short period of time she helped care for my wife."
Peter S.
4.6
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 25 years of experience in the medical field working with seniors citizens, clients with dementia, and people with medical disabilities. I provide care and compassionate support to those entrusted in my care. I can assist with Transportation Services, meal preparation, companionship, dressing, bathing, and light...
Tara can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tara is an outstanding person trustworthy and compassionate very good person to work with people. I have enjoyed working for Tara."
Kimberly K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Yelm, WA
Olena K.
5.0
Olena has a great personality and is always so helpful with my needs and around the house. We have just fallen in love with Olena and would recommend her to anyone that needs great home care. She is still with us and we are so thankful for her.
- Jonathan B.
Olena K.
5.0
I hired Olena for babysitting with my 10 month old daughter while my husband and I were out, and it was a wonderful experience! Olena came to us on time, communication with her was amazing. I will definitely hire her again!
- Svetlana K.
Isabelle B.
5.0
Where to start. I had my baby in June, hired Isabelle in September. I was just starting graduate school and was going to be working full time while pursuing my degree. Talk about stress on top of stress, adding a baby into the mix worked for our life plan but was more stress than we could have ever...
- Mimi G.
Palavi K.
5.0
Decades of experience. Compassionate and loving. Puts the patients needs above her own. Willing to be flexible and adjust to changing needs.
- Care member
Leticia A.
5.0
Very helpful, our daughter loved playing with Leticia and was talking about her for days.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Yelm, WA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Yelm, WA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Yelm, WA, 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 Yelm, WA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Yelm, WA is $24.00 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 Yelm, WA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Yelm, WA. 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 Yelm, WA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Yelm, WA, 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 Yelm, WA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Yelm, WA, 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 Yelm, WA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Yelm, WA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.