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60 therapy dogs are listed in Lakewood, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Lakewood, CA
Hello my name is Jaylen I am 28 years of age I am a male black African-American I am fully available Monday to Sunday holidays as well I'm honest trustworthy person and very easy to me and get along with I love helping out and giving back is my passion I also am a certified caregiver/CNA and a youth football head coach/mentor...
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jaylen. I am 28years old Black African American with a great personality and good to work with I have lots of great experience as being an CNA babysitter/caregiver and special needs worker as well my services include light house keeping, meal prep, feeding assistance, bathing, diaper changes, daily activities,...
Jaylen can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
3.0
"Did not respond back to any messages or calls"
Dan A.
Loreta D.
Lakewood, CA
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Flexible, responsible, passionate
I like caring for seniors because I like old people & passionate of my job.
I'm looking for a job that is companion for seniors...,,.. Making them happy & comfortable.
I started caring for seniors for more than 10 tears now. I never thought that I would enjoy & Love the job. I made sure...
Loreta can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, home modification, light cleaning
Karina R.
Signal Hill, CA
$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I do own a golden a dog (golden doodle) and a cat.
I had baby sit dogs for the last 3 years.
I am an animal lover and bond with them fast.
I can take them for walks, feed them and play with them.
I also read to them and play music as relaxing therapy.
Karina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Karina did a great job taking care of our dogs while we were out of town. She was so accommodating even on short notice. She was very communicative and I knew our dogs were in good hands. I would definitely use her services again. "
Kara S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Denise :). I have been working with children ages 5 days- 5 years old for over 10 years. Most recently, I have been the Director for an Infant Center in Los Alamitos, CA. I have my bachelor's degree in Child Development and am currently in a Master's program for Marriage and Family therapy. I love to read, do...
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Denise was absolutely AMAZING! We hired her to watch our 16-month old daughter, and our two dogs, so my husband and I could have a date night, and she did a wonderful job. Our daughter gravitated towards her from the first moment we met and interviewed her, and was...
Erin D.
5.0
(1)
Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
Summer P.
Gardena, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there ,
My name is Summer and I offer private childcare services, along with other household management services.
I have provided child care services for 5+ years and utilize my background in mental health & education to foster a supportive environment for learning and growth .
I'm extremely passionate about supporting...
Summer can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Summer is a wonderful caregiver. My daughter loves her and I am very happy we found her. Thank you Summer!"
Deontra G.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a pet lover and want to spend my spare time caring for animals. I have been a pet owner most of my life and love it. I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, fish and small animals. My services include- Home visits (up to 2 per day), dog walking, daily feeding, play time with pets, taking in the mail, picking up dog ,...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"I hired Samantha to care for our 3 cats while we were away. She came over twice a day to check on the kitties and provide food and water as needed. It was a pleasure to have her care for them and I'm sure they were happy to see her. Thank you Samantha for a great...
Mark D.
3.6
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Patti S.
Thank you in advance for the opportunity to offer my services. I am an experienced cleaner with an eye for detail and a commitment to delivering the highest quality of cleanliness. I provide expert cleaning services for residential, corporate and commercial clients. I am dedicated, energetic and take immense...
Patricia can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Patricia is fast, looks out for things that need to be cleaned that I missed, and is a strong hard worker;)"
Emily B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have provided care for children of all ages; however, I am most experienced with children under the age of 6. I also have over a year of experience in in-home care with a special need child, and additional experience with children on the autism spectrum.
I have early childhood development education through my bachelor of...
Susannah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Susannah was our full-time nanny for 3 years. She is dependable, responsible and wonderful with our kids. She genuinely cares and took very good care of my son from the time he was an infant until he was 4 years old and also watched my niece. I would recommend her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced caregiver with 13years of in home personal care service's. Along with also working as a CNA at an Assisted living facility in the lock-down units for residents with severe dementia and or Alzheimer's and with development disabilities. I really love working and caring for people and am reliable and trustworthy...
5.0
"Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known her for years and delivered beyond our expectations. Wish we could hire her full time! We highly recommend...
Jan F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Camille and I am an Occupational Therapy student at Dominican University of California. I am also on the soccer team and I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job to help me pay for college. I am willing to help with everything from light housekeeping to cooking to driving. I am very reliable, responsible,...
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Camille cared for our daughter part-time for several months in Spring 2022. She was fantastic and our daughter loves her. Camille is very responsible, earnest, kind, trustworthy, and reliable. We would highly recommend her."
Katie F.
5.0
(1)
I am a house cleaner at your service. I love cleaning, I clean bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms. I'm very punctual, fast paced, and always happy to help.
Michelle can also help with: General room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Amelia B.
Buena Park, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant-Looking For Part-TimeCaregiver (Companionship)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experience with ( Alzheimer's, Dementia, Diabetic, Companionship, Mild Stroke)
I'm a Trustworthy, Honest, Devoted, Caring, Loving Patient and Understanding.
I treat my client not just as my client also like my own family.
Caregiver/Companionship
* Change linens and make beds
* Prepare and plan meals
* Help...
Amelia can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Amelia is very honest, loving and caring. She took great care of my mother. I can highly recommend her. "
Tim C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Peggy. My child care experience includes being a nanny for a family of three children (including an infant), babysitting for a mother of 9-month-old twins, working in church nurseries with various aged children, I babysat an 11-year-old, I worked at a 24-hour fitness kids club, and a daycare with various ages of...
Peggy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided housekeeping services professionally for 3 years at Texas, U. S. A. Personally I have been a housekeeper for my own family for 20 years.
Rosalba can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, pet waste cleanup, refrigerator cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a reliable, patient and creative worker with 20 years experience with children; ages ranging from 2-12 years old. I recently left my preschool job to further expand my experience and services in different aspects of child/family related jobs. I have my Child Development Certificate with 20 plus units along with some...
Eugenie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Eugenie takes child care very seriously and with compassion and understanding. She is getting to know my little ones and is flexible with their needs."
Steffany E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
During my education and experience, I have gained strong skills in providing nursing services to elderly people. I assisted with the basic activities of daily living of elderly people at a separate residence. In addition, I am expert in running errands, helping clients in regular exercises, providing companionship and preparing...
Honoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Honoria was wonderful with my mother. My mother has dementia and I had never left her in the care of anyone else but myself. Honoria made me feel safe and my mother really enjoyed her company. She went above and beyond with my mother’s care and even took care of my...
Karla D.
Christian P.
Los Alamitos, CA
$22-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greeting, my name is Christian or Xen and I'm a undergraduate looking to work with children to better prep myself for my child based career. I have been providing care for mainly children with some infants and teenagers in between for years in the forms of respite, chaperoning, and caretaking. During that time I also assisted...
Christian can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Katie, and I am passionate about providing exceptional care for both pets and children. With 5 years of experience in pet sitting and childcare, I offer a nurturing and reliable approach tailored to meet your family's needs.
Pet Care Experience:
I have a deep love for animals and have been pet-sitting for over...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, administration of medicine, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Katie is a calm and dependable presence to our twin toddlers! They love playing with her, and she’s comfortable with all aspects of caring for them. Would highly recommend Katie! "
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lakewood, CA
Jaylen M.
3.0
Did not respond back to any messages or calls
- Dan A.
Karina R.
5.0
Karina did a great job taking care of our dogs while we were out of town. She was so accommodating even on short notice. She was very communicative and I knew our dogs were in good hands. I would definitely use her services again.
- Kara S.
Denise A.
5.0
Denise was absolutely AMAZING! We hired her to watch our 16-month old daughter, and our two dogs, so my husband and I could have a date night, and she did a wonderful job. Our daughter gravitated towards her from the first moment we met and interviewed her, and was excited that she had "come back"...
- Erin D.
Summer P.
5.0
Summer is a wonderful caregiver. My daughter loves her and I am very happy we found her. Thank you Summer!
- Deontra G.
Samantha S.
5.0
I hired Samantha to care for our 3 cats while we were away. She came over twice a day to check on the kitties and provide food and water as needed. It was a pleasure to have her care for them and I'm sure they were happy to see her. Thank you Samantha for a great Job!
- Mark D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lakewood, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lakewood, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lakewood, CA is $19.70 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 Lakewood, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Lakewood, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.