Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Folsom, CA
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Find therapy dogs in Folsom, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Folsom, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Folsom, CA
Jan H.
Folsom, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Retired R. N. With 25years of experience in several hospital units and home care. I've worked for visiting nurses and home infusion therapy. NICU, ER, med surgery, IV therapy. I am very patient and am kind and very personable.
Jan can also help with: Visiting nurse
Kayla G.
Folsom, CA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have volunteered on and off for 5 years, working with cows, sheep, horses, dogs, cats, chickens, bulls, and goats. I was employed in a pet store for 4 months, and have been working for a dog resort since the beginning of June 2013. I have also dog sat for multiple neighbors. I offer overnight pet sitting services which include...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine & more
Imani M.
Folsom, CA
$18-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Imani, I offer services to care for children, seniors, pets, and housesitting. When it comes to caring for children I enjoy having activities like painting, drawing, and other fun projects. I have experience with caring for small breeds of dogs, and I am willing to take care of larger animals that are well trained....
Imani can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Imani M.
Folsom, CA
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Important Attributes I Have When Being A Caregiver Is My Communication, Problem Solving, Creativity
Hi my name is Imani, I offer services to care for children, seniors, pets, and housesitting. When it comes to caring for children I enjoy having activities like painting, drawing, and other fun projects. I have experience with caring for small breeds of dogs, and I am willing to take care of larger animals that are well trained....
Imani can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Professional house cleaner, providing consistent and high-quality cleaning services. Accommodating customer needs at all times, I'm dedicated to exceptional standards of performance and quality.
Elisa can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Kaiya R.
Folsom, CA
$21-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi , my name is Kaiya. I am 20 years old and currently going to school to become an EMT. I have been working as a behavioral therapist for 3 1/2 years implementing ABA (applied behavior analysis) therapy to children with special needs and behavioral problems in the children's home , a clinic, and in a school setting . I am CPR...
Kaiya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Hi , my name is Kaiya. I have worked as a behavior technician for over 3 1/2 years providing ABA therapy sessions to children with special needs and behavior disorders of ages 0-15 in clients home , in a clinic and in a school setting. I also have been caring for my brother who has autism since he was a baby and is now 16. I am...
I provide both recurring and one-time services to seniors, including chores / errands, arranging transport, being a companion for social outings and medical appointments, staying active, handling the to-do list for life admin tasks and providing tech support.
My healthcare career began in 2018 -- I find it more rewarding than...
Joseph can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, respite care, visiting physician, errands
Skills:
CPR
Cherise S.
Folsom, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA, CPR/BLS CERTIFIED Superior Care For You Or Your Loved One.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Worked independently as well as with an agency providing live-in 24 hour care including: Alzheimer's/ dementia care, hospice, end of life care, preparing and administered medications, use of gait belt, wheelchair, Hoyer's lift and walker. Bathing, cooking, cleaning, grooming, dressing, appointments, shopping, companionship,...
Cherise can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"When we picked Cherise as our mom's caregiver, I was drawn to another recommendation that called her not a "caregiver", but rather, a "life-giver".
That recommendation is SPOT-ON.
Cherise has been foundational in our journey with my mom's health crisis from...
Delisa D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Services offered include: cooking, light cleaning, care of kids, singing songs, playing games, playing indoors and outdoors, art activities, and etc.
Melony can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was really great with our children. She made cookies, went a walk, and took care of night routine. Super sweet and patient. "
Elizabeth S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kristin, I am 34 years old and a Folsom Native. I truly love caring for kids and am hopeful to find a great family to grow with!
My childcare experience includes several years as a Preschool Teacher and 8 years serving as a Nanny to multiple long term families.
My recent work experience was at a private...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I am a patient, loving caretaker/senior care here to provide my services. I have worked in retirement community as caretaker/housekeeping. I am CPR certified and vaccinated. I would love to help your love one. Let's connect and talk how I can help.
Vanda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I bring 9 years of combined experiences with Adult Protective Services, In-home senior care and Medical Assisting. My goal is to provide ultimate care that creates trust, safety, and companionship for my clients. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, shower assistance, bed baths, transfers, social...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer D.
Folsom, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a mother of two adult children. I have been substitute teaching in the area for the past 11 years. I have worked in every grade level as well as with SPED. I began babysitting when I was in the fourth grade and continued through high school. I enjoy children and would love to offer my services to a family that feels we are...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of four kids. I am a housekeeper and have had a couple babysitting jobs with some families as well. I do full house cleaning. Organizing, Laundry, etc. Bathing, feeding, playing, homework, etc. I mainly speak Spanish but that has never been an issue as I am willing to translate using my phone. communication is...
Natalia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Ainslee L.
Folsom, CA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I`m a 19-year-old college student looking to babysit some wonderful little kiddies, Ive done some babysitting before as well as a lot of community service that involves children, I was a lifeguard so I have also had CPR and first aid training. I was a swimmer for 15+ years and well as a water polo and basketball player for 6...
Ainslee can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have years of experience working with children through the state of California in crisis centers to long term residential programs. I had also acquire the benefit of running my own in-home day care service for military families where I would open my home up from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and last minute emergency...
Melenaite can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
Maeve S.
Folsom, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 10 years of experience in providing high-quality cleaning services, I am dedicated to ensuring that your home stays spotless and organized. My background as a nanny for almost 15 years has honed my attention to detail and ability to create a comfortable, safe, and tidy environment. Throughout my career, I've worked...
Maeve can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
5.0
(2)
Hello!! My name is Sarah B. I prefer to go by my middle name Amanda. I am 42 years old. I have over 20 years of experience with kids with ages 6 months-18 years old.
In August 2019, I was hired with the Folsom-Cordova USD as a Substitute Instuctional Assistant for Special Education. I interact with students from ages 4-20 with...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sweet and Eager to please, she was great with my 18 month old, and gave him tons of one-on-one attention. She was great at communicating with me as well, which as a new mom was calming."
Teresa S.
Hello there!
My name is Melenaite, and I am a Mental Health Counselor for a Long Term Therapeutic Treatment Facility in Sacramento County. Also, I am a Licensed Administrator through California's Department of Social Services.
In coherent to the professional roles are 11 years of experience in the field of Mental,...
Melenaite can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Folsom, CA
Cherise S.
5.0
Cherise is just a beautiful person! She is so positive and cheerful! Everyone who meets her loves her. She was so caring and entertaining for our 99 year old Elsa. She is very responsible and a good decision maker, and not only took great care of her, but was a friend and companion to her.
- Care member
Melony F.
5.0
She was really great with our children. She made cookies, went a walk, and took care of night routine. Super sweet and patient.
- Elizabeth S.
Sarah B.
5.0
Sweet and Eager to please, she was great with my 18 month old, and gave him tons of one-on-one attention. She was great at communicating with me as well, which as a new mom was calming.
- Teresa S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Folsom, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Folsom, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA, 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 Folsom, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Folsom, CA is $23.13 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 Folsom, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA. 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 Folsom, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA, 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 Folsom, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Folsom, CA, 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 Folsom, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Folsom, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.