Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Algonac, MI
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Algonac, MI and find loving care for your furry friend.
Find therapy dogs in Algonac, MI that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Algonac, MI
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Algonac, MI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Caregiver for most levels of care . Took care of mother through end life care. Experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's . Very active and not afraid to be up for a challenge . Love to be creative with crafts . Your loved one is my family . Very clean , and organized . Willing to work some weekends .
A bonus for your loved one is...
Deborah can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Debbie has been exceptional. She's been helping my mom on a regular basis over the last few months and goes above and beyond with anything that's needed. Debbie likes to keep busy which is great as it encourages my mom to walk and to keep mobile. She's friendly,...
Mary G.
Light house keeping, running errands, light meal prep, pick up and drop off laundry, light grocery shopping, taking you to doctors appointments, taking car in for service, other open.
Caring for our elders gives me an opportunity to give back to those who have given so much to us. I truly believe our aging journey need not be traveled alone. I have devoted my entire adult life to the service of our elders. I am experienced in all forms of caregiving with a special place in my heart for those living with...
Terri Ann can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CNA
Judith F.
Marine City, MI
$11-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Judy and I've worked with children plenty of years of all ages. At one time I also managed a special needs children's home. I also had my own licensed foster care home thru Bethany Christian services so I have had many children of all ages to love. I'm a CNA so worked in hospital for many years. im looking to become...
Judith can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"She was GREAT with our kids!! Always on time, dependable! Unfortunately, our need was only temporary but we'd love to have her back should our needs change again! Thanks Judy!!"
Lauren S.
I offer helping hands services. I work individually to accommodate your needs. I am willing to take someone to the doctor's office do their shopping. Help with pet care when you are away or in need of an extra pair of hands. I can also handle house management, I have excellent organizational skills and am willing to help get you...
Lindsey G.
East China, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have significant experience working with kids, especially kids with special needs. I have worked in the field of ABA for 3 years implementing ABA therapy to kids with autism. I am currently a special needs paraprofessional for Chippewa valley school district.
Christine L.
East China, MI
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Reliable dependable house keeper, with many years experience. I am a retired nurse and part of my private duty services included house keeping, and organizing.
Christine can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
I have outstanding experience with caring for seniors from hospice to bath visits, vitals, medication, errands and more. I'm also a licensed Cosmetologist that specializes in offering hair services to seniors in the comfort of their own home. Comfortable with dogs but allergic to cats.
Khandia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"We highly recommend Khandia! With her years of experience caring for seniors, we felt assured that Mom was in good hands. Khandia knew how to handle every situation with confidence, compassion, and a warm sense of humor. Mom always looked forward to her time with...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a super detail orientated and highly reliable cleaner who will help deliver stellar service to you. I'm a reliable person who prides myself on hard work and holds myself to a near-perfect standard.
I provide weekly, Bi-weekly once a month cleanings, move-in/out cleanings, or even special requests cleanings.
Christine can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting & more
5.0
"She is friendly. Easy to talk with. Gave her my direction on what I wanted done and she followed them. Was prompt, arrived on time. Fast but thorough. Would definitely recommend!"
Robin G.
Milissa T.
Harrison Township, MI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a strong care-giving background along with professional experience. My experience started with caring for special needs seniors. Also, caring for my grandmother with Alzheimer's, along with assisting a wonderful lady with dementia. I have a heart for the elderly, and love spending time with our seniors. I am confident in...
Milissa can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I have known Milissa for roughly 8 eight years. She has always been dependable and reliable. Someone I can trust she is our neighbor as well."
AnneMarie B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over two decades of nursing experience in
North Macedonia and over 15-year of experience in at home elderly care. Throughout out my career in elderly care I have had the privilege of providing essential services such as bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, light...
Svetlana can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lana cared for my 94 year old father for 14 months. She is a dependable and pleasant person. She did an outstanding job of caring for him from medication management, meals, bathing, dressing, exercising, etc. Most of all, she is truly empathetic & cared for him...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 11 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care Not Child Care!
Ross can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Ross to care for my ill brother-in-law. Ross was a DREAM COME TRUE. My sister wrote this review "Ross came to my house to meet my husband and that was it. My husband and Ross started talking like they knew each other forever. Ross said he could start...
Meg L.
4.5
(17)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have had 6 years of pet and animal-related experience. I interned at the Macomb County Animal Control where I fed, bathed, and walked dogs. I also volunteered at the Nashville Animal Shelter where I played with dogs and cats and learned how to properly handle equipment. I worked at a dog wash for almost a year and learned how...
Natalya can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Natalay was a perfect fit for my best friend/dog Buddy. she was on time stayed the night to be sure he was taken care of and not alone, she sent me updates and photo of him that made me feel very comfortable leaving him with her.. I would definitely have her back...
Brian K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sasha! I'm a graduate student at Oakland University, and a CMU alumni. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a concentration in Mental Health, and have completed minors in Child Development, Family Studies, and Communication Sciences & Disorders. I'm looking forward to completing my Master's in...
Sasha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was amazing!! My daughters fell in love (6 and 8) my dogs loved her and my husband and I enjoyed a much needed date night out.
My kids said she was the best abet and are requesting that we have more date nights so they can see Sasha again asap 😊"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm seeking a senior caregiver position. I am compassionate, patient, punctual and love animals! My experience includes companionship / social interaction, Dementia and Alzheimer's experience, built personal bonds to help reduce anxiety and increase comfort, medication prompting, bathing / dressing, light house keeping...
Grace can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Grace took care of my mother who had stage four dementia, she was kind, so very patient and a good companion to her. She cooked and fed her. She took her shopping and took her for rides to get her out of the house and my mother really enjoyed that. We greatly...
Mary J.
4.7
(3)
Hello! My name is Jada, I am the youngest of 4 children. From this, I was put in the position of tutor, confidant, and counselor at a young age. I've gained 4 years of experience in childhood development. With children 12+ this presents a unique teaching style for every child. Some children respond better when I hear their...
Jada can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jada is very professional and efficient. Our boys love Jada and even gave her a nickname. She is very personable and hands-on with the children. She has demonstrated great patience and effectiveness. Jada does an excellent job of light housekeeping, cooking, and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am fully vaccinated and boosted. My mantra in caregiving is to provide maximum comfort and satisfaction to my charge. In the past 31/2 years I have had 5 long term assignments. During this time I have never missed a shift. Services I have provided include housework, laundry, simple cooking and fitness activities. Most recently...
Alan can also help with: Respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Alan is, courteous, intelligent, and time flexible"
William H.
Alan K.
Harrison Township, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Provider Of Services To Special Needs And Elderly Clients
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In the past 3 and 1/2 years I have had five long term assignments with gentlemen ranging in age from mid-30s to 99. These assignments lasted anywhere from six months to two and one half years. During these times I have never missed an assignment. A typical shift is four hours three days per week. Assignments have ranged from 1...
5.0
"Alan has been a valued support for our son. He is patient and calm; reliable and attentive. We are very sorry to lose Alan as he has decided to move on. Any family would be lucky to have him provide care to a loved one."
Ann D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently assist several elderly clients multiple times a week in her home and a full house cleaning once a month. Basic daily duties include getting them started for the day:
breakfast, medication, light cleaning of bathroom and stocking supplies. Making beds and doing light laundry. Prepping medication for the day and making...
Tracie can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tracie, is amazing!
I don't know what we would do without her. She is so kind and caring for my parents, she feels like part of our family.
"
Care member
I have many years of experience owning and caring for dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters, and guinea pigs. I trained our previous wheaten terrier to be a therapy dog and loved seeing him interact with people. I now enjoy being a pet mom to another sweet pup named Rowdy, and pet grandma to a precious cat named Amadeus. Years ago I...
Sharri can also help with: Pet sitting
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Algonac, MI
Deborah H.
5.0
Debbie has been exceptional. She's been helping my mom on a regular basis over the last few months and goes above and beyond with anything that's needed. Debbie likes to keep busy which is great as it encourages my mom to walk and to keep mobile. She's friendly, funny, kindhearted and compassionate....
- Mary G.
Judith F.
5.0
She was GREAT with our kids!! Always on time, dependable! Unfortunately, our need was only temporary but we'd love to have her back should our needs change again! Thanks Judy!!
- Lauren S.
Khandia E.
5.0
We highly recommend Khandia! With her years of experience caring for seniors, we felt assured that Mom was in good hands. Khandia knew how to handle every situation with confidence, compassion, and a warm sense of humor. Mom always looked forward to her time with ‘Kandy’ and they shared a lot of...
- Care member
Christine B.
5.0
Christine does a great job! She took the time to find out how I like things done. Christine works independently, quickly and everything is clean and shines when she's done! I anticipate having her for a very long time!
- Joan S.
Milissa T.
5.0
I have known Milissa for roughly 8 eight years. She has always been dependable and reliable. Someone I can trust she is our neighbor as well.
- AnneMarie B.
Additional Therapy Dog Services
FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Algonac, MI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Algonac, MI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Algonac, MI, 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 Algonac, MI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Algonac, MI is $22.00 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 Algonac, MI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Algonac, MI. 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 Algonac, MI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Algonac, MI, 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 Algonac, MI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Algonac, MI, 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.