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60 therapy dogs are listed in Matthews, NC
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Matthews, NC
3.0
(2)
In school to become a vet tech looking for something stable that will work with my schooling. The recent infant which I nannied was a sweetie but the family relocated to london for work. Recently I worked for an On Call nanny service which has allowed me to work with a large variety of child ages and situations. I have been...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abbey was great with my newborn and 2 year old"
Jenny W.
I have had the opportunity to work in the professional consulting field while also be in active in areas such as Stephen Ministry. Having seen how helpful care givers were with my parents in their later years helped me appreciate even more the importance we have to each other throughout all stages of life. Serving others brings...
Douglas can also help with: Transportation, errands
Kaitlyn B.
Matthews, NC
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
A little about me-I have 4+ years of experience in child care. I have a background of being a lead preschool teacher as I have my CDA, and experience with all age groups ranging from infants up to elementary aged children. As much as I loved teaching I love the more one on one I am able to get and the better relationships...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlyn is a very bright person that always puts her best foot forward. She leads everyday with a smile and loves kids and people in general."
Cameron B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I am a nanny of 8 years experience. I have a college degree in music therapy providing a vast knowledge for developmental milestones. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also offer lessons outside of nannying full time.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Nicole worked with our family this summer (2018). She looked after our two youngest kiddos, ages 4 & 6, and they absolutely adored her! She became part of the family. Nicole was punctual, extremely trustworthy, a good/safe driver, and very good at communicating....
April S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Amy! I have a passion for working with infants. I have two grown daughters and live in Indian Trail. I am looking for something part time. I do not smoke and am comfortable around pets. I have my own transportation. I have been working in childcare for over 8 years. I started at a church child development center...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Amy has been such a blessing for our family! I have a seven-month-old son who loves being with her. He's so comfortable in her care that I can put him down for a nap and if she's the one to wake him up he's so excited! He smiles and kicks when he sees her arrive. I...
Shannon M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am performing general cleaning services. I have seven years of experience in this field. I also have experience in taking care of kids.
Rumyana can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning & more
5.0
"I am very impressed with Rumyana. She knows what she is doing and communicates very well. She is very personable and listens effectively. Highly recommended! "
David K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Danielle.
A little bit more about myself: I volunteered at the YMCA for over 5 years and was then offered a job. In total, I've been working with kids for 14 years. I work in 5 departments at the YMCA, which include childcare, camp counseling, customer service, fitness specialist, and the sports department.
I am...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Chelsea S.
Monroe, NC
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I am a graduate student studying occupational therapy. I have a Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy. I also have experience in working with children on the spectrum as well as working with adults and seniors with behavioral health issues. I would love to help you and your family with any assistance that is needed.
5.0
"Chelsea is engaged, dependable, trustworthy and fun! My daughter lights up on Chelsea days and enjoys the time she spends with her. Chelsea is a must-have for families looking for worry-free child care."
Jeanne W.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Alix . I am married, and I am a person who loves children. I have patience. I'm very loving, responsible, and I am an excellent babysitter. I worked as a teacher assistant in a Daycare for several years, with babies from 1 month to toddlers. I have been blessed to have cared for several children through Care and...
Alix can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE Alix and more than that our daughter adores her! She always has a smile on her face and has been a wonderful addition to our family over the past few months. Anyone that is able to work with her will be fully impressed with her as a person and care...
Stephanie G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jane. I would like to offer you a peace of mind. Feeling overwhelmed with too much stuff? Well I can fix that! Allow me to come into your home and declutter your space by by putting items where they should stay. By Labeling different size bins and shelves. Also, it's a good why to help small children learn how to...
Jane can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Jane provided immaculate cleaning results and was so kind and personable you would never feel like someone was working in your home. Her caring nature and interest in making the client happy with her work was unexpected and appreciated. Definitely recommend for...
Scott R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, organized, many years of experience cleaning houses and housekeeping shores. Moved from CT to North Carolina. My clients will be happy to give references about my performance at the job. You can also take a look at my reviews to have an idea how my former customers appreciate the way I work.
Paula can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Paula cleans our entire house and is very knowledgeable and thorough. She works independently and is very pleasant to be around We can highly recommend her ."
Heike H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! Thank you for reviewing my bio.
From 2016 to 2024, my experience includes working with three gentlemen and five ladies. The care provided is for those with dementia, senior citizens, and some requiring post-operative care.
The needs are medication management, meal preparation, lunch and dinner outings,...
Debora can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, transportation, errands, personal care & more
5.0
"Deborah was our angel in Charlotte during a very difficult time. A family member needed surgery and follow up after care but we didn't have any family local to help. We found Deborah on this website and took a chance with her ... and it turned into a godsend for...
Stephen T.
Jill C.
Charlotte, NC
$27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Assistant, Nanny Or Sitter In Ballantyne, S. Charlotte And Ft Mill Area
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Shifted my career from a demanding corporate leadership position to gain flexibility by transitioning into an assistant and nanny position. I am available PT and enjoy being active with children, am comfortable around pets in the home, and can drive to pick ups/appointments or the park. Can assist with daily tasks, errands,...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jill is amazing! Very dependable, punctual, and professional. I have an 18-month old, and she is wonderful about interacting, playing, and reading to/with him. It takes a lot of energy caring for a toddler who is trying to get into everything and climb on...
Megan P.
Chelsea S.
Monroe, NC
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am A Graduate Student At Winston-Salem State University Majoring In Occupational Therapy.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am very patient and attentive. I love doing arts and crafts and keeping children engaged. I also have experience in working with toddlers and newborns. I would love to be a blessing to your family!
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Capable, dependable, smart and flexible. Chelsea is a wonderful nanny/babysitter and I would hire her again. I only stopped using her because I moved to another town."
Charles D.
Julianna L.
Charlotte, NC
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about working with young children with or without developmental delays. I currently work in the field of early intervention as a service coordinator and have experience creating activities and supports personalized for each child's needs.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am interested in assisting seniors with daily living.
I have experience in dealing with a father who had a broken ankle and bypass/valve replacement heart surgery. I assisted with transportation to/from medical appointments, physical therapy exercises and daily living (meals/meds/dressing).
Sean can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Sean is amazing person. Kids loved, and look forward to seeing him every day. He was more a family than just a care giver. Wish the best!"
Kay R.
Kara O.
Charlotte, NC
$53/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver-Errand Runner-Helper. Flexible, Honest And Responsible.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I've always had a helpers spirit. I love assisting when and where I can! Lending a helping hand with: kids, meal planning and prepping, occasional pick up/drop off, overnight stays (if needed), laundry (wash and fold), light cleaning (simple to extensive packages available), grocery shopping, event planning/birthday parties and...
5.0
"We are very thankful for Kara! After a major surgery I was unable to keep up with daily tasks and errands causing a major disruption in our home. I began to feel desperate-like our home was out of control and our life was unraveling. I needed someone to help to...
Lou W.
Shameka W.
Charlotte, NC
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a registered nurse located in the East Charlotte area. I have great experience in patient care as well as childcare. My patient care experience ranges from teach care, feeding tubes, medication administration and more. With children I have been nanny, church childcare, and science tutor. I have open availability to take...
Shameka can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shameka was a delight. From the moment she walked through the door her presence was calm, patient and nurturing.
She helped with homework, fed my kids, organized their rooms and tidied around the house. What a gem! Looking forward to having her back this week. "
Care member
I have lots of experience with my own dogs and cats over the years and have also cared for family and friends pets. I am attentive and soft spoken and have a therapy background so I have passed many fingerprinting and background checks. I am looking for part time work that is rewarding.
Mollie can also help with: Pet sitting
Many years of experience in caregiving, respite, mobility therapy, medication administration, memory care and live in. Have excellent references and reliable and trustworthy
Chandra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Matthews, NC
Abigail H.
5.0
Abbey was great with my newborn and 2 year old
- Jenny W.
Kaitlyn B.
5.0
Kaity is a pleasure to be around, my children always have a blast with her. She is always very hands on and loves to be creative. She is my go to girl!
- Geanna S.
Nicole C.
5.0
Nicole was our nanny for 6 months and took wonderful care of our daughter (18mo) and our son (3mo). Our son had been in the ICU with RSV when he was 10 weeks old and we didn’t feel comfortable sending him to daycare at that time. We were so lucky to find Nicole after his recovery. She was so kind...
- Care member
Amy R.
5.0
Amy has been such a huge help to me (first time mom) and my now almost 3 month son. We had Amy come to the house a few days a week when I returned to work (WFH) so I could get back into the groove of working. She took great care of my son, which gave me such peace of mind and allowed me to focus on...
- Jessica T.
Rumyana A.
5.0
I am very impressed with Rumyana. She knows what she is doing and communicates very well. She is very personable and listens effectively. Highly recommended!
- David K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Matthews, NC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Matthews, NC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Matthews, NC, 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 Matthews, NC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Matthews, NC is $19.35 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 Matthews, NC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Matthews, NC. 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 Matthews, NC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Matthews, NC, 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 Matthews, NC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Matthews, NC, 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 Matthews, NC therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Matthews, NC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.