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60 therapy dogs are listed in Ballston Lake, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Ballston Lake, NY
I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working to keep elderly adults in their own home. I love to help seniors stay active! I am patient and an engaged listener.
Stacie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification
I like caring for homes because it brings me satisfaction and is almost like therapy for me.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible, easy going
Jordan can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
Sarah C.
Ballston Lake, NY
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I would be thrilled to provide dog/cat sitting in your home. I have had experience with dog/cat sitting for 5 years. I started small, within my neighborhood when I was younger and my neighbors have put their trust in me to take care of their animals for years. My hope is to branch out and have the opportunity to provide any kind...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Stacie E.
Ballston Lake, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."
Crystal H.
I would like to be a care giver to help give back I will give you my 100% at all times and I will provide fast and efficient service!
Harrison can also help with: Light cleaning, errands
Mercedes H.
Ballston Lake, NY
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! With over 15 years in commercial cleaning and a decade spent managing a lively six-bedroom home, I truly love creating welcoming and cozy spaces. I also clean several Airbnb properties, so I know how important it is to make every home shine for guests.
I believe that cleaning should be a collaborative effort, and I...
Mercedes can also help with: Attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
My name is Quinn. I am 20 years old and a Junior attending the University of New England. I am from Ballston Lake, New York. I am pursuing an Education major and a minor in Special Education. My goal is to become a Kindergarten Teacher:)
I have around 7 years of experience with babysitting and have references...
Quinn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
-18
-part time Barista
-Here to clean spots you don't want too!
-Willing to focus on special areas or special jobs when needed.
Howdy! I'm an 18-year-old barista looking for part time errands and cleaning services! I work as a barista full time and have experience deep cleaning both restaurants and homes. I've always loved helping anyone who needs it. I am able to drive and can pick up anything that will fit into a hatchback size vehicle. I also have...
Alexis B.
Waterford, NY
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently in graduate school studying Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology). Previously, I have worked in a preschool setting working in an Autism Spectrum Classroom and 6:1:3 setting. In addition, through my education I have also clinically worked with individuals of all age ranges with a variety of...
Samina A.
Clifton Park, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
25+ Years Experienced Child Care Provider For All Ages
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Samina and I have been providing childcare services for 25+ years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with infants, twins, toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. I successfully ran my own licensed daycare for 15+ years and am currently providing services in the Clifton Park area. I enjoy...
Samina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samina took care of my 3 month old colicky baby girl like her own!! The love and the dedication she has given to my child gave me the peace of mind knowing that my baby would never be left unattended without her loving arms! Definitely a wonderful environment to...
Patricia O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Lisbeth. I'm an experienced dog walker, pet sitter and all around great pet companion. I have cared for dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, lizards and many more perfect animals. I have 25 years experience. I go above and beyond to make sure you and your pet are fully, completely happy. I can administrate medicine,...
Lisbeth can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Brooke M.
Ballston Spa, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for considering me and looking at my profile. My name is Brooke and I am 32 years old. I have worked in a preschool as an assistant teacher, nannied for many wonderful families and have three little boys myself! It's safe to say I have a lot of experience with children.
In September of 2010, I was the head Cross...
Brooke can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooke worked with our family on a daily basis to care for our daughter. She started when our daughter was 3 months old and has been with us for the past 9 months. Leaving your baby with someone else can be tough, but we felt comfortable with her from the moment...
Khristin F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the geriatric field since I was 14 years old. I was a recreation therapy aide for several years and have done home care since I have been living in NY (3 years). I got my home health aide license when I lived in NJ. I am very passionate about helping older adults. I am well versed in older music, movies and...
Alyssa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I had hired Alyssa to care for my wife as I work two days a week. My wife has end stage COPD. Alyssa is a very caring and dedicated care giver. My wife was concerned at the onset to have someone other than family come to the house. But meeting Alyssa and she was...
Robert D.
5.0
(2)
Skills are bathing, dressing, skin care, transferring, hoyer lift wheelchairs, etc., bringing to doctors appointments, writing up documents, doing 12 hours of in-service a year. Doing HHA for 18 years. I'm CPR certified.
Maureen can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maureen was fantastic, we hired her to help care for My grandmother and we couldn't have asked for anyone better. She was caring and knowledgeable, and always went above and beyond. She was caring and very communicative with us through this time. If you are looking...
Amber F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, I am a 53-year-old woman I live alone in Ballston Spa. I have nothing/nobody that entangles me with my availability to care for you, or your loved one. I have an Associate Degree in Human Services and I am taking online courses toward my Bachelor's Degree in the same with a focus on Elder/ End of life care. I am CPR...
Annmarie can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"Annmarie was an addition to some short term care needed by my parents. Very last minute our plans changed and we found ourselves without a caregiver in the evenings. Thankfully Annmarie made herself available to help cover the hours. She helped around the house and...
Dale K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a compassionate mother of two little children (5 and 6) so I have a great deal of experience with little kids. I am currently a stay at home mom and I am working on getting my masters as a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst). I know the importance of finding a reliable and caring person to watch over your own, I...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Andrea took care of our son starting when he was 9.5 weeks old when my maternity leave ended. She was invaluable in my transition back to work and in helping us establish routines for our son. She was reliable and our son took an immediate liking to her. We miss...
Laura E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently working in the financial services industry Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a hybrid schedule. With generous PTO and bank holidays, I am looking to provide childcare to local families in my spare time.
For the past 12 years, I have babysat families with multiple children. My father is the oldest...
Janelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janelle was so wonderful and sweet! This was our first time hiring a babysitter for our 5 month old and couldn’t have chosen better. Our daughter took to her immediately and loved spending time together. Will definitely be hiring her again in the near future. "
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care services. Duties included assisting with (ADL) including personal care, hygiene, baths back rubs, shampoo, skin and nail care, dressing, exercises, ambulation and changing / making bed, meal prep, light housekeeping, med reminders, incontinence...
Aida can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Aida is hard working, and she goes above and beyond to give the best care for your loved one. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I provide the friendliest and most caring pet sitting service for your dearest pal. I grew up my entire life surrounded with pets, from mans best friend to the sweetest felines and a cute little hamster. I raised my golden cocker spaniel from when he was only 6 months old to his tender age of 13. My cat tommy was born in my shoe...
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training & more
5.0
"Andrea pet sat for my two large dogs. They loved her and so did we! I would definitely recommend her to others!"
Veronica P.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Ballston Lake, NY
Stacie E.
5.0
Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character.
- Crystal H.
Samina A.
5.0
Samina has watched our daughter since she was 4 months old. She is now turning 2. I was a wreck leaving my baby for the first time but she made it much easier. She is so warm, loving, and soft spoken. My daughter adores her as if she is family and is ecstatic to go see her every day. 100% recommend...
- Ally J.
Brooke M.
5.0
We had such a wonderful experienced with Brooke. She was a full time nanny for our 3 yr old son, who absolutely adored her! She made sure to communicate her plan for the day and we always felt our son was very safe, she treated him like gold! She has such a warm, loving energy to her and always a...
- Alexandra H.
Alyssa H.
5.0
My family was looking for someone to come in a few days a week to help mom take care of dad, suffering from dementia . Alyssa has been very kind and caring to both of them. She helps dad stay in a routine and assists with puzzles and some exercises for dementia. Alyssa also helps with the...
- Maryann D.
Maureen C.
5.0
Maureen goes above and beyond to give your loved one the care that they need. She took care of my Mom for 6 years with excellent care.
- Charles S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ballston Lake, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Ballston Lake, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Ballston Lake, 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.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Ballston Lake, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ballston Lake, NY is $17.56 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 Ballston Lake, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ballston Lake, 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.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Ballston Lake, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Ballston Lake, 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.
What can a therapy dog near me in Ballston Lake, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ballston Lake, 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.