Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Richmond, CA
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Find therapy dogs in Richmond, CA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Richmond, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Richmond, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families
My name is Serina. I am a childcare provider and 1:1 Aide for Neurodivergent and ASD children. I have 9 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and children at private residences, schools, summer camps, literacy programs, and homeschools. My practice is informed by my study of Neurodivergence, Nature-based...
Serina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Serina was very energetic and planned lots of fun activities for our children. She is very enthusiastic and the kids loved the scavenger hunts, fairy games, and baking they did with her. She's a lot of fun!"
Hanna M.
Kelsie N.
San Pablo, CA
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am a super energetic, positive and creative 31-year-old who has 14 years experience caring for children 3 months to 12 years of age. I am currently a Special Education teacher for PreK/TK age students in Oakland, CA. I have worked in various school settings, private and public, nannied and babysat for several...
Kelsie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kelsie was a total lifesaver for us this year. She has endless energy for kids, she was always on time and was super easy going and flexible. She worked for us full time for 6 months. She would prepare meals, clean up the house and take the kids out to the park or...
Erin C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Miarra and I'm currently a part time Music student at Full sails (online courses). I am offering full time and part time nanny and back up nanny services.
I love being a nanny and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since 2018. My responsibilities have included driving...
Miarra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miarra is currently our full time nanny (although we are out of town for a month), and we could not recommend her more highly. She is always on time, really easy to talk to, and seems to really enjoy spending time with our (17-month-old) twins. She engages...
Greg W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a child care specialist with 15 years experience being a teacher, mentor, playmate, faery, and caretaker for children.
I am an expressive, adventurous and silly human and I love connecting with children in that way. I also love being creative and using my imagination. I began my journey working in a daycare center at 15...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Having a new routine because of COVID was tough and Kaitlyn assisted part time in caring for our baby before we hired a full time nanny. I trusted her inside and outside of the job to be conscious of COVID safety."
Joan R.
Monica M.
Greenbrae, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(18)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name Is Monica. I have taken care of all ages groups: newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children and teenagers.
I studied physical therapy and have recently graduated with an associates in Psychology and behavioral sciences.
I speak Spanish and English fluently. I also have an intermediate Italian language...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Monica is responsible and dependable. She's been very helpful with distance learning, and she enjoys doing arts and crafts with our kids."
Erin R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aarti. I have been babysitting/ caring for children in different settings for about 9 years. I go to Dominican University currently getting my masters in Occupational Therapy. From basic care and camp counseling to working at a Pediatric CP clinic, I have lots of experience! I really enjoy hiking, baking, and...
Aarti can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aarti has been watching my kids for 5 years. She is amazing! She is always on time, has fun with them, is smart, creative and easygoing. She is our kids' first choice babysitter!"
Jill M.
Monica M.
Greenbrae, CA
$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I offer housecleaning services including general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning including surfaces, microwave, cabinets, dishes and floors. Carpet cleaning and vacuuming. I will change bed liners as long as there is a clean extra set.
I also offer organization if so desire as an additional. I have reliable...
Monica can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning
Judy R.
Pinole, CA
$28-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
House Cleaning At Your Service. I'm launching my own house cleaning company and my purpose is to have your place ready and clean for the weekend so you don't have to worry about cleaning and just enjoy your free time. I know how hard it is to keep up with work and house work. I been doing this for over 6 years and I promise to...
Judy can also help with: Window washing, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Carlota C.
Rodeo, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience withdimentia/alzhiemer, I can prepare freshly cook meal/I can help with Transportation Services, , and do Light Housecleaning. I am very caring, respectful and compassionate, treating my client as my second family. I have an excellent work references
Carlota can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning
5.0
"Carlota immediately blended into our family and picked up on the habits and nuances of my mom very quickly. By doing so, she was able to build a rapport with my mom enabling her to manage her in a dignified and loving way."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Dedicated and experienced nanny with 5 years of experience providing care for children from infants to 12 years old. Skilled in creating a safe and stimulating environment for children, managing daily schedules, and providing after-school pick-up services. Passionate about fostering the development and growth of children through...
Manika can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Manika worked with us for over 10 months and she has been awesome with our daughter. My daughter is on the spectrum. She actively engaged in her therapies and she found and researched new ways to work and play with her. My daughter absolutely adored her.
She drove...
Care member
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 looking for a babysitting/nannying job to help me pay for college while I take a semester off of school. I am willing to help with everything from light housekeeping to cooking to driving. I am very reliable,...
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & 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
(3)
Hello! I am an attentive, compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with over 7 years of experience working in skilled nursing, hospice, hospital and home health care settings. I am a non smoker, have reliable transportation, pet friendly, and BLS/CPR certified. Some of the services I offer include assisting with personal care...
Rene can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Rene is kind, caring, compassionate, and is the type of person that gives her all to people. She took care of my great gma for some time and my gma still talks about it and misses her. She is one of a kind for sure and I would highly recommend her"
Melissa H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate family oriented person and have expertise in caregiving to those in need from being my late husband's primary caregiver who's was paralysed with massive stroke and aphasia for more than a decade.
Since his passing I have been a trusted companion to some wonderful community members and continue this service of...
Kuldip can also help with: Transportation, mobility assistance, companionship, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kuldip was immensely caring and a wonderful companion with my mom both while she was in the hospital and skilled nursing. She saw my mom through some challenging health experiences and I always felt I could trust that my mom was in good company with Kuldip there...
Julia C.
Charlotte R.
Berkeley, CA
$26-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider With A Master's In Social Welfare
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Charlotte, and I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare provider based in Berkeley, CA. I am currently pursuing my Master of Social Work at UC Berkeley, with a focus on child and family wellbeing, and have just completed my first year.
This past year, I gained invaluable experience working at an...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Charlotte worked for us one summer when our kids were 11 and 13 years old. She was reliable, on time, and highly dependable. She did whatever we asked her to do, including errands, chores, and meal preparation. She brought crafts and always had great ideas for...
Lisa L.
Amber G.
Emeryville, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Assistant Available For Organization, Cooking, Cleaning And Pet care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Amber, thank you for viewing my profile. I have been working exclusively as a personal cook for folks throughout the Bay Area going on six years now, offering both in house and delivery services, and the occasional catering job.
I already have several clients who I work for but am looking to take on other...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Amber has babysat for my two young kids (3.5 and 1) several times and we love her! She is dependable and fun for the kids and always takes the crazy in stride. We come home to peacefully sleeping kids and hear the next day about the games they played and how much...
Stephanie S.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Convalescent hospitals, acute care facilities, Quality Care Registry for 10 yrs, I got my Nursing Assistant Certificate in 1980 Graduated from Santa Rosa Junior College in 1982 studied Anatomy, Physiology and all aspects of Nursing trends and issues. Home Health aide Certificate in 1990, worked in Cloverdale General Hospital...
Leticia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Leticia has been taking care of our mom and we couldn't be more grateful. She provides the care and special services mom needs, and keeps her company throughout the day. She has a positive outlook, and keeps our family informed. She is very skilled, flexible with...
Tammy D.
Etivise G.
Emeryville, CA
$40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Etivise, but I preferred to be called Eti, I've been a caregiver for 24 years since I migrated here in 2000. I am a certified CNA, I take care of elderly people who needs help with their daily living in their home. My services include grooming, Dr appointment, light house keeping, meal preparation, assist with...
Etivise can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She's the best! She took care of my aging parents in their 90's. She helped them to maintain their individuality and treated them with respect."
Cindy H.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Keyani! I have 5 years of professional experience. I can provide excellent references. I have experience with children ranging from a few days old to 15 years of age. I love working with children because I love to see how I can help them grow developmentally, socially, and emotionally. I would say the best part...
Keyani can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Keyani at the beginning of this year, and could not be happier with the way she has helped our family at a time when we needed a full-time nanny. We have a 10 month old and a 2 year old who she has been kind and gentle with, as well as helped to potty...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Va. I am from the Fiji Islands. I have been a caregiver for 18+years. I am a caring, compassionate and hardworking person. I provide a comprehensive array of services to support the needs and lifestyle of those I take care of. My skills vary from companionship, dementia, alzheimer's, Parkinson's stroke, hoyer lift,...
Va can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Va came to us during a difficult time for my mum . She's very knowledgeable about caring for the elderly. She possesses the ultimate "can do" attitude while taking on all the tasks with a positive energy and a smile. She's trustworthy and reliable. I would...
Mary J.
Kulwant C.
Hercules, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Dolly and have been working as a nanny since 2005 with over 10 years of experience caring for children in the San Francisco area. I have cared for newborns, toddlers and children up to the age of 10. Traditionally, I have helped with transporting children to school/activities, helping with house keeping and...
Kulwant can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kulwant is an amazing nanny who will quickly become a part of your family. She has cared for our son as her own, and he truly loves her! He literally jumps for joy every time he sees her. She's a natural with kids and knows how to entertain them for hours. She is...
Prerna G.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Richmond, CA
Serina C.
5.0
Serina was very energetic and planned lots of fun activities for our children. She is very enthusiastic and the kids loved the scavenger hunts, fairy games, and baking they did with her. She's a lot of fun!
- Hanna M.
Kelsie N.
5.0
Kelsie was a total lifesaver for us this year. She has endless energy for kids, she was always on time and was super easy going and flexible. She worked for us full time for 6 months. She would prepare meals, clean up the house and take the kids out to the park or other activities. She was so great...
- Erin C.
Miarra F.
5.0
Miarra is currently our full time nanny (although we are out of town for a month), and we could not recommend her more highly. She is always on time, really easy to talk to, and seems to really enjoy spending time with our (17-month-old) twins. She engages actively with them and their toys, reads...
- Greg W.
Kaitlyn V.
5.0
Having a new routine because of COVID was tough and Kaitlyn assisted part time in caring for our baby before we hired a full time nanny. I trusted her inside and outside of the job to be conscious of COVID safety.
- Joan R.
Monica M.
5.0
We are so grateful for Monica's loving, attuned care for our son, who was one year old when she worked with us. Monica worked with us part time for close to six months and was incredibly responsible, reliable and supportive. We only moved on because our schedules stopped aligning. Our son loved...
- Annie E.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Richmond, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Richmond, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Richmond, CA is $27.24 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 Richmond, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Richmond, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.