Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in North Stonington, CT
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Find therapy dogs in North Stonington, CT that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in North Stonington, CT
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 10 years
Therapy dogs in North Stonington, CT
Kathleen M C.
North Stonington, CT
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Healthy, Good Sense Of Humor, Smart And Young At Heart.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for seniors. I can help with Transportation Services, limited lifting and transferring, dressing, cooking, light housekeeping, companionship, conversation and etc. I am flexible with my hours and will do overnights.
My hobbies include cribbage, yoga, crocheting, gardening and Zumba, to...
Kathleen M can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kathleen was a wonderful caregiver to my 93-year-old father who had a hip fracture And required Hands on care during his recovery. She was kind knowledgeable and made both my dad I Very comfortable When I was unable to care for him myself. I would highly recommend...
Karen K.
Hello, My name is Cassandra and I have been a licensed CNA for over 20 years. I am not only very experienced in care giving but love what I do! Helping others is very rewarding on many levels. I have a new vehicle so transportation is reliable. I live in Westerly RI and I am willing to travel up to 30 miles. My schedule is...
Cassandra can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shannon and I am a Certified Advanced Caregiver based. I have over 20 years of experience as a caregiver and offer respite services to families tasked in the care of their loved ones.
In my years of service, I also have experience with individuals returning home on rehab and can assist with the rehabilitation...
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shannon is a very reliable and dependable caregiver. She is compassionate and has a great work ethic. If you're looking for someone to provide excellent care for your loved one I would 100% recommend her."
Alivia K.
Kathy G.
Ledyard, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable, respectful, and enjoy helping people live safely and independently at home.
10+ years of CNA/HHA experience allows me to customize services for all levels of care, including hospice, diabetes, dementia, wound care, or companionship.
Services offered support all ADL'S and IADL'S (bathing, grooming, meal...
Kathy can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kathy is absolutely incredible. She has really changed our lives while she's been with our family. Kathy has gone above and beyond for us and she is so dependable. Her attention to detail, and the care she has given my grandmother, is outstanding. She always has my...
Jillian O.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We were 100% comfortable leaving our children with Arielle. She easily connected with our 7yo while also navigating the chaos of our toddler and infant smoothly. Arielle is a breeze to communicate with. She was punctual and dependable. I would highly recommend...
Megan B.
Shannon O.
Westerly, RI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
COMPASSIONATE ELDER CARE With A Helping Hand And Friendly Smile.
I loved working at both Seniors Helping Seniors and Stoneridge in Mystic for over 2 years as a devoted and doting care giver providing my seniors with assisted living management and health care services.
Especially keen on compassionate in home care in the most helpful ways I preformed all the day to day tasks with a joyful...
Shannon can also help with: Personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Hello, my name is Haleigh and I have 3 years of experience in residential cleaning. I have my own equipment and cleaning products. Services I take care of include dusting, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, laundry, etc. As someone who likes an organized and clean atmosphere in my own home, I will do the...
Haleigh can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, pet waste cleanup, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Compassionate, nurturing, energetic, professional, fun-loving woman looking to expand on my love for kids and helping people. I have an MA in counseling psychology, and have worked for 10 years specializing in children and adolescents. I've run a successful social skills group for children on the autism spectrum/behavioral...
Allyson can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Jill D.
Westerly, RI
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Interested In Providing Companionship For Seniors Or Occasional Childcare
I am a grandmother of a 17-year-old and mother of 2 adult sons. I am an artist and enjoy cooking. I can help with meal prep, crafts, and errands. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in human services and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies. I retired from a 40+ year career in grant writing and administration, as human...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Typically I care for babies and families but I realize there is great need for elder care. I'm New to the area and expanding my services. Will consider on case by case basis
Theresa can also help with: Transportation, respite care, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Tru I.
Mystic, CT
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Tru. I'm a people person with a bubbly personality. You can trust me to be a great listener, and to show extra care and support to everyone in all that I do. I have over 5 years of experience working in education and customer service. A fun fact about me is that I'm a professional saxophone player and studied at...
Tru can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care
Laura C.
Bradford, RI
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 20 years experience in human services. I worked in the medical field for over 10 years as an EMT. Most recently, I worked at SCH in the social services department. I have been doing private home care for 3 years, recently, full time. I have experience with advocating and caring for older adults both - in home...
Laura can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
In the 1980s I worked as a nanny in West Hampton Long Island and then moved into New York City where I continued to care for the same infant. I worked as a long term substitute teacher in the Claude Chester Elementary school. In 1997 I graduated with a Masters degree in social work. My first job began doing adoption work with...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Emily B.
Ledyard, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Middle School Math Tutor And Care Provider For Children And Animals.
Hello! My name is Emily.
I currently have three cats of my own and understand how they are truly a part of the family. With a major in animal science, I take pet care very seriously and treat each animal as if they are my own. I aim to offer services and communication that makes pet owners comfortable so they can focus on what...
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Courtney S.
Pawcatuck, CT
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have six years experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with children with developmental delays, learning disabilities, behavioral, autism, occupational therapy, and speech. I am always positive and peppy when working with children. Making sure to celebrate the smallest of moments!
Margaret F.
Westerly, RI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced healthcare support worker with a demonstrated history in varied roles in healthcare and human services. 20 years experience working with the elderly and developmentally disabled of all ages. Well-developed bedside manner. Strong, self-motivated professional.
I'm pet-friendly, have my own transportation, am a...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been an LPN for the past 20 years, working in a variety of hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors offices. My nursing license is current and in excellent standing in TX, NY, CT, and VT - I am CPR, BLS, and ALS certified. My skills are diverse and well rounded, and I LOVE what I do. Allow me to show you how I can be of the...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Cleaning is calming to me. I can bring my own supplies if needed, neat freak and perfectionist at your service.
Emily can also help with: Window washing, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Love spending time with animals, looking to help others care for their pets. Volunteer at animal shelter with dogs, and a dog owner. Passionate about ensuring all animals have a loving home and are well cared for. Volunteer at an animal shelter with rescue dogs. Big animal lover, hoping help people care for their own pets. Offer...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Ashley K.
Bradford, RI
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
17 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant and Med Tech working in long term care and memory care facilities. I also have hospital experience in Peri-op services.
Ashley can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in North Stonington, CT
Kathleen M C.
5.0
Kathleen was a wonderful caregiver to my 93-year-old father who had a hip fracture And required Hands on care during his recovery. She was kind knowledgeable and made both my dad I Very comfortable When I was unable to care for him myself. I would highly recommend Kathleen as a caregiver in any...
- Karen K.
Shannon P.
5.0
She was amazing. Kind, considerate and a pleasure to be around. We all loved her
- Suzanne O.
Kathy G.
5.0
We were so fortunate to find Cathy . She's professional, much more than competent , very kind and insightful. Thank you Cathy for making such a difference !
- Mike S.
Arielle S.
5.0
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...
- Rebecca S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in North Stonington, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in North Stonington, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in North Stonington, CT, 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 North Stonington, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in North Stonington, CT is $20.00 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 North Stonington, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in North Stonington, CT. 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 North Stonington, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in North Stonington, CT, 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 North Stonington, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in North Stonington, CT, 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.