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60 therapy dogs are listed in Island Park, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 9 years
Therapy dogs in Island Park, NY
I have over 15 years experience working in an educational and home setting with children, both typical and with special needs. I am currently finishing my New York State teaching certification, projected to be completed by late December. I currently teach in an ABA setting with children from K-3rd grade, also doing home services...
Judy T.
Island Park, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in taking care of beloved seniors. In addition to caring for many of my elder family members, I have experience working for outside families. My most recent, relevant position, was when I was caring for a lovely senior woman for approximately two years. Unfortunately, she became very ill requiring 24 hour...
Judy can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, home modification, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Viorica G.
Island Park, NY
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hy! My name is Viorica! I have over 6 years experience in cleaning and housekeeping.
I am friendly, trustworthy, honest and hardworking.
I take pride in a job well done with a trained eye to detail.
I can also provide services that include laundry, running errands, food shopping/management, meal prep/clean up, transportation,...
Viorica can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was a Nanny for a family in Lynbrook. I raised twin boys since they were 6 months old and had been with them 10 years. I also worked for another family in East Rockaway for twin toddler boys and their older brother. I am ready to love another family long term. I have my own transportation and I am reliable. I am CPR and First...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
Khaled E.
Garden City, NY
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Khal living in Garden City N. Y .
I am looking for a job to take care of elderly man .
l have flexible schedule and can work day ,
night and weekends .
I am a great cook , indoors , outdoors activities and physical therapy are my specialty .
I administer medicine and take care of doctor's
appointments
I have 10 years...
Khaled can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"He was wonderful with my Dad who was end of life care! highly recommend! great person!"
Ellen E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I come highly recommended. I am a certified in medical field for over 10 years, also and certified CPR. I have my certificate for physical therapy
I a caring dependable female. if you need I have a back round check I have one thru Winthrop. I am experience with Alzheimer and dementia patients. male or female. I can clean , cook....
Nancy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nancy is very caring, and treats my mother like her own. She makes my Mother's Day! Anyone that needs help with their loved one should definitely hire Nancy..."
Robert G.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a certified caregiver who is very dedicated and passionate about caring for and improving the quality of life of the elderly. I've worked in the Caregiving/ Healthcare Industry for 10 years, starting my career as a director in an Assisted Living Care facility where I delivered daily living assistance to 180+ resident...
Micci can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Micci is friendly, kind and personable....my father at age 89 looked so forward to her visits! She engaged with him by doing the many activities she found he loved to do such as, playing cards, talking, listening and singing along to music, looking at photographs...
Eddie F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maria I have 21 years of experience in taking care of PERSON with DISSABILITY and SENIOR CARE
I'm loving, responsible and honest person. I am a US Citizen and I speak English very well and I am a Filipino I Can drive, Monitor feeding tube, Urinary Catheter bag & Ostomy bag.
> Change bed linens, wash laundry,...
Maria can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Maria worked for us for 2 weeks and helped my wife recover from a serious illness. Maria was very caring and attentive. Maria helped with all meals, bathing and light cleaning. I would definitely recommend Maria to anyone needing a nursing assistant for either a...
James V.
Denise P.
Jamaica, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Nurses Aide With A Background In Medical Assistant And Home Health Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Nurses Aide with background in Medical Assistant and Home Health Care. I have worked in several Physicians Offices. I have experience with Universal Precautions, Administering Medication (as ordered by Physician), assisting with Physical Therapy exercises, emptying drainage bags, positioning, and transferring. I have...
Denise can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She worked for me for a short time. She is intuitive, smart and has a great work ethic. She is also a wonderful cook.
Unfortunately, her distance from my house made the arrangement untenable. My loss.
"
Jim R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Amber, a pet care professional dedicated to providing exceptional care for your beloved animals. With a profound love for pets and a wealth of experience, I'm committed to ensuring their well-being + happiness.
My journey in pet care has been marked by a genuine passion for animals of all kinds. From energetic dogs to...
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Amber is smart, patient and understanding. She has watched my pet cat several times, and is very attentive. She has never been late, and is clearly an animal lover! Thanks again Amber :)"
Girolama M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Skills: I'm an experienced caregiver and health aid, able to provide services as: Giving medicine, feeding, bathing, dressing and exercising of disable person.
I worked for a person after a stroke and I used equipment like mechanical lifts and tube feeding.
I am willing to work during night or day.
I have a car and pretty...
Alina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Hameranie S.
Jamaica, NY
$23/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I have 11 years of experience with senior home care services. I take my job very seriously and I try my best to make sure that my patients is satisfied and safe. I have experience working with Alzheimers. I am passionate in what I do.
Hameranie can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Hameranie was heaven-sent to my and my Mother (who recently passed). She was very reliable, trustworthy and the most caring aid I've ever met. My Mom adored her which made me relax knowing she was in great hands. Hemeranie is also certified
so she knows how to...
Deborah B.
Jylene A.
Freeport, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 25-year-old experienced nanny/babysitter with a strong background in childcare. I have worked with children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids, providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. With a background in customer service, retail sales management, as well as healthcare, Dental& Landscape...
Jylene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jylene is very responsible and trustworthy, she's great with my twins trust her with my eyes closed she's been taking care of them when I need her for 7 years "
Margarita R.
5.0
(1)
I truly love children. I am a retired elementary school teacher with 40 years of experience specializing in 3-year-olds. I also have two grown daughters. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I am also an accomplished cook and offer my services in this area.
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We are so lucky to have met Liz! She has seamlessly jumped into the kids routines and her experience/background has been a perfect fit for our family!"
Suzanne F.
Liish H.
Franklin Square, NY
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Distribution of medication. I am experienced with dementia , Cancer , Parkinson's disease, high blood pressure , and diabetes. Assists with bathing , dressing and feeding . Daily household chores laundry , cleaning and dishes . Enjoys walks playing games...
Liish can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Liish is very considerate and caring. She helped me with personal care while I was unable to walk, and also cooked, did laundry, and helped with shopping. I highly recommend her!"
Joya D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals.
I have experience working with families after school and during the summer, helping with school pickups, drop-offs to extracurricular activities, engaging in fun art projects, assisting with homework,...
Toni-ann can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Toni is an incredible baby sitter. I hired her in a rush because my recent sitter moved away. Toni was so responsible and responsive. My kids absolutely loved her. She played with them and made sure they ate their dinner. She was respectful and even offered to do...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 10 years as well as taught courses to early childhood, school-age, pre and teenagers. I am very flexible and can assist with meal prep, homework, crafts, and transportation. I will also be open to caring for your pets. I take pride in providing the best care and service. I look forward to helping you...
Toni Ann can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Toni-Ann was wonderful to my little one from day one! My 1 year old daughter loved her. She was punctual and followed the baby’s sleeping/feeding schedule even when my daughter had her cranky moments she was able to manage without our help. She kept the kitchen and...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a home aid and recently graduated nursing school with a bachelor of science. I love working with and talking with people and provide services including cooking, cleaning, superficial wound care, assistance into and out of bed, the shower, and with walking aids, ensuring medication adherence, and am always happy to converse...
Tara can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Tara is an exceptional animal caregiver. She is extremely reliable, providing the care and feeding we asked for for each animal (2 cats and 2 dogs). She clearly loves animals and they love her! We have hired her several times now and will do so again. "
Tom H.
Maya N.
Queens Village, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Senior Care Provider And Housekeeping Services Available Part-time
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified HHA and I do housekeeping part time and I love doing both. I'm very tidy clean and detailed organized and most of all trust worthy.... not forgetting responsible emphatic and loving. I'm very able bodied. I can work independently and take great pride in my job. I've dealt with all types of cases related to HOME...
Maya can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning & more
5.0
"We hire Maya to assist us with our dad. After he passed, we kept her to help with the household chores. She did an exceptional job at both."
ViviN P.
Jay U.
Wantagh, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm sensitive to the needs of the senior community. I've cared for my Grandmother. I'm a healthy minded pet owner with a background and interests including psychology, nutrition, the arts and sports.
Not sure why I received a review from Tracy, as I didn't provide any service for her. She requested care but was unable to...
Jay can also help with: Visiting physician, transportation, companionship, errands
4.0
"Interviewed over phone. Very nice person."
Christine F.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Island Park, NY
Khaled E.
5.0
He was wonderful with my Dad who was end of life care! highly recommend! great person!
- Ellen E.
Nancy L.
5.0
Nancy is very caring, and treats my mother like her own. She makes my Mother's Day! Anyone that needs help with their loved one should definitely hire Nancy...
- Robert G.
Micci C.
5.0
Micci is friendly, kind and personable....my father at age 89 looked so forward to her visits! She engaged with him by doing the many activities she found he loved to do such as, playing cards, talking, listening and singing along to music, looking at photographs and sharing memories along with this...
- Eddie F.
Maria A.
5.0
Maria worked for us for 2 weeks and helped my wife recover from a serious illness. Maria was very caring and attentive. Maria helped with all meals, bathing and light cleaning. I would definitely recommend Maria to anyone needing a nursing assistant for either a recovery period or senior care....
- James V.
Denise P.
5.0
Denise is honest, responsible, punctual, caring, giving, and in tune with our Mom's needs. She also shows initiative. We value her employment very much. 5 Stars.
- Roni N.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Island Park, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Island Park, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Island Park, 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 Island Park, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Island Park, NY is $21.00 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 Island Park, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Island Park, 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 Island Park, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Island Park, 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 Island Park, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Island Park, 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.