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Valencia B.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name's Valencia; I am a fresh college graduate seeking to continue work in the childcare field. I have been professionally working in childcare collectively for about 10 years; I've nannied, taught in schools, worked in daycares, and I have completed several internships during my childcare career. I am eager to...

Kimberly C. says "Valencia was great with our 7-week old newborn! She was caring, attentive, soothing, and professional. "

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Attentive Sitter, Problem Solver, Patient Friend,

Bowie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I've been watching over children (siblings and younger cousins) since the age of 12. I've worked at a summer camp for five years preparing activities, classes, field trips, and fun time for children from the age of 8 to the age of 16. I've also worked as a baby sitter for a church taking care of, entertaining, and teaching...

Eliana J. says "Malya is amazing! We hired her to care for our 11-month old son. She has sat for us on several occasions and each time things went well. Our son who is...

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Bowie, MD

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience
I have over 8 years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, senior care, adult and pediatric care services. I have passion for helping others. Am patient, trustworthy, caring and compassionate. I am happy doing my job.

Oluwatoyin A. says "Olaide is reliable, dependable and trustworthy"

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Hello, Looking Forward To Taking Care Of Your Kids!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi - My name is Luiza. I am offering child care and household services. In my country, I grew up working with my mom on her clinic of child rehabilitation (for kids with special needs), and also I always got to do social projects with children at my church back in Brazil. Besides that, I have been watching newborns, infants,...

Cory P. says "Luiza was awesome! She is a good communicator, she was on time, and my boys had a great time with her. 100% plan to hire her again"

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Engaging Sitter & Endless Smiles

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Deborah. As a responsible & compassionate babysitter, I offer 4+ years of childcare experience, having provided services to other families on Care. My genuine love for children is shown as I create a safe, nurturing, & engaging environment for children ages 1-12+. It's always a pleasure getting to know...

Abraham D. says "Deborah filled in for us on short notice even though she was starting another job the next day. She jumped right into playing with our kids (ages 2-6)...

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Teresa

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, I provide nanny/sitting services for children of all ages. I can also help with meal prep, house chores, errands etc. With your child(ren) depending on their age(s), we can spend our days outside at the park, reading books, playing board games, art and crafts, tummy time, imaginative play, sports, or any activity of you...

Heather E. says "Teresa showed initiative and was very responsive during the hiring process and set very clear expectations. She was flexible when there was a...

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Senior Care

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
1 year experience
Errands
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 11year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I can give medication

Care Member says "She is an amazing worker. Love her work and personality. She is very professional. She lights up the room and this is no dole moment with her. "

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I'm Here To Help

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My Name is Neisha. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I can provide child care during the week or on weekends in my home or yours. I am a mother of 4 wonderful adult children & a lovely granddaughter. Also I am an army wife whose husband retired after 20 years of service. I am easy going and trust worthy. I...

Nadine C. says "Neisha is an AMAZING caretaker. I remember when I simply needed a small get away with my hubby for a night. This was just a few months after I have birth....

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Care Giver Available

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
personal care
hospice services
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a licensed CNA registered in MD with CPR and BLS certified. I have my own vehicle and can provide transportation services as needed. My skills include : Perform home management tasks including housekeeping, laundry, shopping and errands - Prepare and serve simple modified diets according to instruction and assists with...

Al B. says "Rachel was very warm, caring and dedicated. She provided weekend care to my mom for over 2 years until her passing in late 2018. I highly recommend her."

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Childcare Provider/ Postpartum Doula

Washington, DC

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Vernae and I am a social worker with a degree from Howard University and certified postpartum doula, as well as a babysitter. I have been providing childcare services to my community for 7 years and doula services for the past 2 years. I am passionate about serving children...

Care Member says "Vernae served as our postpartum doula for the first 4 weeks of my son’s life. She was flexible and we worked out a great schedule 10pm-6am where she...

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Full-time Caregiver Available

Hyattsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! I'm Rebecca-a joyful, intuitive, and experienced career nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience, including full-time nanny roles, daycare work, children's ministry, and international service. I am passionate about meeting each child exactly where they are-with warmth, playfulness, consistency, and deep respect....

Grace D. says "Becky is the most kind and cheerful person you will ever meet. She puts 100% effort into everything she does. She is amazing with kids. I worked with Becky...

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Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home as well as dog walking services! I have grown up with dogs all my life and in my free time I volunteered with local animal shelters in the last few years - walking the dogs, feeding, and just keeping them company :) I am a huge animal person and would love to meet and take care of yours!
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...

Kelly M. says "Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was...

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Reliable And Fun Professional Sitter

Beltsville, MD

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Ife and I love children. I have over 8 years experience working with children. As a team lead of Children's Ministry, I oversee the planning and coordination of childcare activities for all Sunday services and weekly events. I've also been privileged to independently manage a STEM-based summer camp...

Kelly J. says "Ife is wonderful with my 5 and 7 year old son and daughter. She is reliable, as well as, flexible. Whatever situation arises (pickups/dropoffs/changes in...

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Available To Provide Childcare Service On Short Term And Long Term Needs.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a mature, healthy, energetic woman, 1 son, 5 grandchildren. I would love to be of assistance to your needs. Advance notification isn't required as I am readily available. I have reliable transportation too. Please feel free to contact me on a date and time that fits comfortably into your schedule. Thank you!

Tiye D. says "Ms. Tillie is truly one of a kind. She consistently goes above and beyond, effortlessly managing both family and pets when needed. Her energy and expertise...

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Part-Time Caregiver/Home Health Aide

Upper Marlboro, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
respite care
dementia
I am a certified nursing assistant with first aid certification, CPR certified with 25 plus years of experience. I am 100% knowledgeable to senior care. My profession is a CNA/HHA with hospital experience. I am dependable, trustworthy and loyal with a great attitude. My interest is to provide families with great nurturing...

Doreen M. says "Juanita was professional, punctual and compassionate. She cared for my mom while I was traveling. I would hire her again without hesitation. "

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An Enthusiastic Sitter Ready To Service Your Family's Needs!

Beltsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi!! My name is Samantha and I am a senior in college studying nursing. I am a very dependable and trustworthy individual, who aims to be the best babysitter possible for your precious babies! I treat everyone with the respect that I wish to be treated with and I bring this attitude into my job of babysitting. I started...

Crystal A. says "Samantha does a great job with my newborn. She's very reliable and is always eager to help. I highly recommend her"

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High Nanny Profile, Senior caregiver

Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my passion. With eight years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide dedicated to providing compassionate and reliable care. My college degree equipped me with a strong foundation. I am trained in CPR and First Aid. I offer a range of services,...

Care Member says "She is a joy to be around and has taken amazing care of my mom who is a quadrilateral amputee for several years. Takes her to doctors appointments ,...

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Transition Support For Child Care Needs - As Needed

Capitol Heights, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a Nurse Informaticist by profession with a passion for providing compassionate care and support to families. I here to help in transitional support for parents returning to work, helping ease the adjustment for both children and parents during this important time. With several years of experience as a nanny, I took...

Sarah F. says "Anna cared for my daughter from 4 months through 8 months of age 4 days a week. She was very sweet and always responsible. Never late, always courteous....

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Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I do a lot of testing, therapy, and parent/teacher collaborative work for students with anxiety, autism, , and learning disabilities. I am passionate about improving the health of students :) . In the meantime, I am looking to find a family to work with! I love kids of all ages, and have the expertise to work with children with...

Melissa J. says "Always on time. Flexible. Great energy. Very pleasant personality. Our little one has had lots of fun with her and has learned so much!"

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.41/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Lanham, MD

Therapy Dogs in Lanham, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Valencia B.

Valencia was great with our 7-week old newborn! She was caring, attentive, soothing, and professional.

- Kimberly C.

Malya P.

Malya is amazing! We hired her to care for our 11-month old son. She has sat for us on several occasions and each time things went well. Our...

- Eliana J.

Olaide A.

Olaide is reliable, dependable and trustworthy

- Oluwatoyin A.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lanham, MD

To find a therapy dog near you in Lanham, MD, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lanham, MD is $23.41 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lanham, MD. 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Lanham, MD, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lanham, MD, 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.

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