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Sandra R.

Lorton, VA

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Sandy. I am a dog lover with two furry ones of my own, and exited to offer dog walking and pet-sitting services.
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Full Time Nanny/Caregiver

Lorton, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently seeking full time employment as an nanny. I recently graduated Radford University with a degree in Recreational Therapy. I have worked and served the elderly population, children, and those with disabilities. I am compassionate and hard working. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I hope to here from you soon!
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Part-Time, Special Needs Available.

Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hello. I am currently a special education teacher in an Enhanced Autism Program. I am also a Registered Behavior Tech. I am BLS, CPR, and Epipen certified. I am familiar with basic sign language, AAC devices, non-verbal kiddos, and kids of all ages. I am also a mother myself and have over eight years of experience in schools,...
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Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a reliable and detail-oriented housekeeper with over four years of experience providing high-quality cleaning and home-care services. I take pride in maintaining clean, organized, and comfortable living spaces, paying close attention to detail in every task. My services include general and deep cleaning, kitchen and...
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Lorton, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello I live here in Lorton area, with summer here I would like to offer my services that you may find helpful they include: Babysitting children age group 4-11 years old & carpooling Housekeeping that can include light cooking
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Child Care Services

Lorton, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Kausar . With over 10 years of experience in child care, I am confident in my abilities to care for you child. I enjoy entertaining kids with music, crafts, etc. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have a very flexible schedule, with my hours being 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Sunday. I love working with...
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Almost Empty Nester

Lorton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi I'm Monica. I'm looking for a way to expand my childcare services from date nights to before/after care 1-3 times a week. I have two adult children so I have wealth of child rearing experience as well as child care and tutoring experience. I also do light housework, dinner prep and homework assistance. I have access to...

Carly M. says "My boys love Monica. She is caring and understanding of all of their needs. She is the best and she is trustworthy."

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Springfield, VA

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
3 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I am a pet owner and animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, fish, and rodents. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I am an energetic Music Therapy undergraduate student with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting...
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Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Provide child care services with good experience. Also have CPR certificate and references if needed.

Angela H. says "Chanaporn, who we call "Nam", is one of the best child care providers we've ever had. I have a rambunctious, very active 3 1/2 year old boy and an 8 month...

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Part-Time Caregiver For The Elderly And Children

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Home modification
errands
dementia
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I retired from United States District Court after 37 years of service. I am 1 of 10 children (95 nieces & nephews) and I have raised 5 children. I have 2 grandsons. I love kids! I have cared for many family members over the years, including my mother, my father, my father in law, and siblings. My mother had COPD and my father...

Lisa D. says "Kathy is the best care-provider we've ever had! For my aging parents!!! She's been an incredible help to our family. She is our trusted 'go-to' person for...

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Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Overnight availability only Hi there! I'm a experienced nanny, personal organizer, housecleaner, and personal cook. I am fully vaccinated and I have my own transportation. I have a passion for helping others keep balance and organization in their busy lives, and I love providing quality services that make a difference. I'm...

Angela G. says "Stephane has a natural for care of all ages. She expertly and without stressed cared for our family with four children ages one through eleven. Able to...

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Child Care Provider

Dumfries, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I am available as a child care provider. I have 20 years experience. My qualifications include: Lead teacher (May 2013- January 2017) * Lead teacher in toddler and 2-year-old room. * SIDS certified. * ITERS training. * EDU-119 credentials. Assistant teacher (October 2008 - May 2013) * Assistant teacher in a day care facility for...

Jean T. says "Welcoming Helene into our family was one of the best decisions we have ever made. She was with us for over a year, starting when our son was 2 months old....

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Woodbridge, VA

4.6(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 43 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm currently looking to offer care for any families looking for occasional/last minute care. I recently graduated from NOVA and am a certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have 15 years of experience in caring for children as a nanny/babysitter/church child care attendant. I am comfortable and...

Care Member says "Vanessa was great with my 5 and 6 year old and they warmed to her quickly. Would definitely reach out to Vanessa again!"

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Caregiver

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I use work as a babysitter and it was the best experience to work with kids so I made my own home daycare and became a caregiver. It's my passion to work with kids we do a lot of fun activities:Reading, Writing, sing, Dancing, painting. I provide pick up and drop off services. I have finger print back ground check up and CPR...

Care Member says "My kids started with Saima a month ago and they love it! They get excited to go to her house and have smiling faces when I pick them up. I also...

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Springfield, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi there, my name is Caitlin and I hope to work with you soon! I have over 10 years of experience working with children from infant to 18 years of age. I have a bachelors degree in Music Therapy and am currently working on my masters degree in Psychology. I am looking for consistent work for families with any amount of children...
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Lovely Experienced Nanny

Burke, VA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I had been working as a nanny for more than 20 years. I'm a very energetic person with a lot of love for children. I am a teacher and love to teach children. I have excellent references. I'm a US citizen. I have a clean driving record. I had been working with children of various ages and different needs. willing to travel, Speak...

Sandra M. says "Juana was punctual and responsible, but more importantly, she was engaging and energetic with our son. Highly recommend!"

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Woodbridge, VA

5.0(0)
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$60/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have two degrees and have been working with children for 12 years now! This is an absolute passion of mine. I have taught Art classes for 4+ years now and have always been able to help in multiple other subjects as well. I am currently working alongside students at the middle high school level in various subjects as well as...
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Springfield, VA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting services. I have dog sat for over 3 years. I love all animals of all shapes and sizes.
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A compassionate, dedicated, trustworthy, Senior Care Provider.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Mobility assistance
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
I have been a caregiver for more than 20 yrs now, helping seniors live independently in their own homes. I have an associate degree in Nursing. I specialize in Alzheimer's / Dementia care, neurological disorders, hospice care and long term care. My hobbies are needlepoint, sewing , beading , painting, ironing , long walks and...

Care Member says "We reached out to Bernice for a last minute need when our father was battling late stage pancreatic cancer. She was phenomenal. She came in to cover a...

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Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
I retired on 6/1/19 from the federal government (United States District Court) after 37 years of service. I am 1 of 10 children (70 nieces and nephews) and I have raised 3 children and 2 step children. I also have 2 grandchildren. I love kids especially little ones. I have taken care many family members over the years,...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.14/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA

Therapy Dogs in Lorton, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Monica M.

My boys love Monica. She is caring and understanding of all of their needs. She is the best and she is trustworthy.

- Carly M.

Chanaporn S.

Chanaporn, who we call "Nam", is one of the best child care providers we've ever had. I have a rambunctious, very active 3 1/2 year old boy...

- Angela H.

Kathy B.

Kathy is the best care-provider we've ever had! For my aging parents!!! She's been an incredible help to our family. She is our trusted...

- Lisa D.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lorton, VA

To find a therapy dog near you in Lorton, VA, 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 Lorton, VA is $16.14 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 Lorton, VA. 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 Lorton, VA, 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 Lorton, VA, 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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