Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Centereach, NY
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Find therapy dogs in Centereach, NY that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Centereach, NY
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Centereach, NY
Christina D.
Middle Island, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings.
I have experience with providing the...
Christina can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, specialized care, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...
Demme M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am an energetic mom of two grown children. I am retired with 20 years of service with the New York City Board of Education, working with the Universal Pre-K Program, as well as with the upper grades. After retiring, I knew that I had to return to what I do best and missed so dearly. I sought out and...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from preschool. I was able to work from home, but needed help watching and preparing him for kindergarten. We were so...
Stephanie K.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
5.0
(9)
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. Having to worked in both assisted living facility and homecare setting I think I have first of all helped in maintaining a safe independent and dignified lifestyle. helping seniors with the activities of daily living makes me feel some form of...
Alex can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Very respectful, caring, and hard working"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her."
Andrea I.
Tina M.
Coram, NY
$25/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a natural caregiver with over a decade of experience providing childcare services. I have a genuine passion for helping children grow and develop and find joy in creating a positive and nurturing environment for them. I am known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, which allows me to easily connect with...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tina was able to care for my 4 month old and during naps was able complete some light cleaning. Tina offered to bring some of her own food from home and toys for my daughter as well."
Hillary S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Satisfying house home healthy atmosphere. Clean organizing, I do also cooking - extra for that service.
Pleasant trustworthy fun!
Diane can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning
5.0
"Diane is so kind! She was so caring and fun while watching my daughter. It was clear that my daughter enjoyed her time with Diane as a caregiver and a playmate. She was with us a couple times a week for several months and she was always full of energy and had no...
Alexandra D.
5.0
(7)
Over 13 years experience providing care to the Senior Community. I find great joy to be of service to my clients and their family. I am bilingual.
I have 5 years experience with oldtymers
And dementia
Also 5 year of experience with big and small hoyers . I can do over nights as well as day time.
Also highly recommend.
I am...
Trisha can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, personal care, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Trisha is caring, loving and compassionate. She takes care of my 96 Year old Dad. I can call her last minute and she will always come though for me. She fulfills all the duties I ask for and more. I will always call her when I need her. She is wonderful!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an incredibly compassionate and energetic individual who adores children and is seeking the ideal nanny position to become an integral part of your family. I have over 10 years of experience and mostly with infants and toddles but I do have experience with all ages. A little about me, I enjoy hiking, camping and reading a...
Whitney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to worry about my boys when I was away at work which is great for a working mama!"
Abby K.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Arasely, I am a neat freak and love to clean. I organize, mop, vacuum/sweep, dust, wash dishes, carpet cleaning, steam mop and the list goes on. If you need it done I'm the person you want. If it requires more then I thought I'll definitely work with you and let you know what maybe needed. I am a nice easy...
Sely can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Did a very good job very nice and well priced. "
David Q.
Alexandra B.
Selden, NY
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Alexandra & I'm An Outgoing And Energetic 33 Year Old!
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an outgoing and energetic mother of one almost 12-year-old. I am a big organizer, planner and multitasker and can help with General Errands and Vacation Services and a large variety of tasks. I'm a big animal lover and have owned many pets big and small throughout my life and can care for any animal that I cross paths...
5.0
"Alexandra is outstanding! She embodies every quality a professional childcare provider should possess: energetic, empathetic, detail-oriented, and communicative. My 2-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son had a fantastic day with her and finished all the homemade...
Care member
Denise D.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 19 and my daughter is 15. I I have had the pleasure of being a stay home mom to provide my two children with the foundation for success! They both knew how to read by 4! Providing the building blocks for young children is and has always been a...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Miss Denise has worked with my son since he was 7 weeks old, and with my six year old as well. I truly cannot imagine a more amazing child care provider. She arrived at our home like Mary Poppins, with bags full of learning activities, art projects, fun playtime...
Allison H.
Lynn G.
Nesconset, NY
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced animal care provider including dog walking and pet sitter. Assisted with pet therapy with dementia and psychiatric population. I lot of experience
Lynn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have over 20 years of working in the human service field along with helping my clients with taking care of their animals. Also I am a cat mom of 5 and have a guinea pig. I have had cats all my life so I am very well versed with providing kitty care. I also really like dogs and have some experience with dogs and am willing to...
Christina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I'm a private LPN at an elementary school during the school year and this will be the first summer I'm off in many years. I have a4-year-old daughter that will be attending camp Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. so ideally I would like to find a job on those days from about 9 a.m. to 1 p.m....
Denise can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I am a graduate occupational therapy student with experience caring for the elderly! I love being able to give companionship to older adults.
My Grandma got really sick after a surgery and I used to take care of her and take her to therapy and make sure she takes her medicine and stuffs, so I am able to being responsible of taking care of any senior.
Xilena can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Denise S.
East Setauket, NY
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
work privately as an LPN at an elementary school during the school year and this will be the first summer I'm off in many years. I have a4-year-old daughter that will be attending camp Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. so ideally I would like to find a job on those days from about 9 a.m. to 1...
Denise can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shannon & family and I I live in Rocky Point for almost 10 years. Growing up, we had every kind of animal under the sun from dogs, to cats, to lizards to chickens, hamsters - even a goat! I always loved animals and wanted to be a vet from an early age. While my career took a different path, I still have quite my own...
Shannon can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Centereach, NY
Christina D.
5.0
Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She walked my sisters dog, cleaned her...
- Demme M.
Tanya B.
5.0
Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from preschool. I was able to work from home, but needed help watching and preparing him for kindergarten. We were so blessed to find Tanya, who is warm,...
- Stephanie K.
Amanda M.
5.0
I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.
- Meryl B.
Alex A.
5.0
Very respectful, caring, and hard working
- Care member
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
- Andrea I.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Centereach, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Centereach, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Centereach, 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 Centereach, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Centereach, NY is $19.25 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 Centereach, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Centereach, 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 Centereach, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Centereach, 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 Centereach, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Centereach, 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.
Ratings for Centereach, NY therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Centereach, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.