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60 therapy dogs are listed in Ridge, NY
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in Ridge, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lisa and I've been a nanny for over 10 years!!! I work with twins often as it seems to be my thing! I do light housework as needed, like child's laundry, organizing their closets, cleaning up their toys, washing whatever dishes they use or I use during the day and just the general straighten up. I've worked with...
5.0
"Lisa watched our son for three months this past fall (starting at about 14 months old) while we rented a house in Quogue in the fall of 2021. Within just a few months, Lisa became a member of the family. She was loving and dependable, and we and our son were so...
Adam L.
Hello! I am a mom of five beautiful children who are primarily in school full time, leaving me with extra time during the week to provide childcare services. With over 20 years of experience caring for children, I am confident in my ability to offer a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones.
I am available to...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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I'm a mother of two with a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I'm currently searching for a part time job during the week. I have three years of experience working with adults with disabilities in a group home setting, and seven months in community habilitation with the agency FREE. Recently I've started...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am very thorough, I actually like folding clothes, doing dishes, cooking, cleaning, it's all not a problem for me and do it with ease!
Denise can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
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"Denise went above and beyond in completing her assignment for me. She was reliable, amiable, and put her best foot forward in doing the errands she was tasked with. I expect to call upon her again in the near future."
Nicolo I.
Christina D.
Middle Island, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings.
I have experience with providing the...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, specialized care & more
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"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...
Demme M.
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 25+ years of experience cleaning both private and commercial properties, with a specialty in organizing. I've been blessed to have clients over 10+ years. I can accommodate one time, bi-weekly, or weekly clients. Please contact me so we can go over your needs and I can provide you with an estimate for my services, thank...
Carol can also help with: Dusting, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
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"Carol D. did a wonderful job for me. She was punctual and took a personal interest in making sure my home was clean and organized. The attention to detail was a plus for me
I would highly recommend Carol D. for anyone looking to have a professional and responsible...
Tim M.
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(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with the elderly. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the patients I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CNA and BLS certifications, and 8 years' experience working with patients and assisting them with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc. I possess...
Samantha can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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"Samantha is very caring and capable. She adapts to difficult situations well and is very dependable and communicative. She only worked with my dad for two weeks before he needed to go back into rehab, but she was wonderful with him."
Andrew S.
Tina M.
Coram, NY
$25/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a natural caregiver with over a decade of experience providing childcare services. I have a genuine passion for helping children grow and develop and find joy in creating a positive and nurturing environment for them. I am known for my patience, creativity, and friendly nature, which allows me to easily connect with...
Tina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tina was able to care for my 4 month old and during naps was able complete some light cleaning. Tina offered to bring some of her own food from home and toys for my daughter as well."
Hillary S.
Jeanine P.
Mastic Beach, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jeanine. I have over 20yrs experience working with seniors in and out of homes and facilities. I am a certified home health care aide, medical assistant and I am also certified with working with traumatic brain injured patients. I have experience working with Alzheimer's and dementia patients as well. I have worked...
Jeanine can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"When I asked my family to describe Jeanine's performance, these were the words used: well-trained, respectful, patient, knowledgeable, sense of humor, sensitive to patient's needs for attention and privacy, cooperative, honest, aware, prompt, professional, kind,...
Melanie P.
Jane M.
Rocky Point, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing senior care for many years.
I started with taking care of my parents. I drove them to the doctors and being their advocate. I helped them shop and prepared meals and clean the house for them. I have been providing care to others too doing the same services. I am reliable and dependable. Seniors need to be...
Jane can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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"I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible care provided by Jane for my Dad. From the very first day, it was clear that Jane brought not only expertise but also genuine compassion to her work.
Jane always treated my dad with...
Care member
Karen A.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I am seeking part-time or occasional pet care opportunities. I offer flexible daily visits for feeding, fresh water, and playtime. For those with dogs, I provide outdoor play sessions and dog walking. My dedication to animals extends to all pets, ensuring their comfort and happiness. Additionally, I offer boarding...
Karen can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings to All.. I am a CNA with over 20 years of experience.. I am flexible dependable trustworthy compassionate. Your Love one will be my main priority. I'm skilled In helping with medications, ambulatory needs, Showering, Taking Vital signs, cooking and housekeeping. Your Love one will be safe and treated with respect from...
Nicole can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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"Nicole is conscientious, reliable and Knowledgeable. She’s taking care of my 96 year old mother who has moderate dementia.
Nicole makes suggestions to help the family. Keeps accurate, detailed notes.
She shows concern for my mother’s safety and wellbeing."
Care member
Karen A.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, I am seeking part-time or occasional housekeeping opportunities. I have over a decade of experience, I specialize in comprehensive housekeeping services including organization, laundry, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and dishwashing. Please note, I do not provide cleaning supplies or equipment. Thank you for considering me...
Karen can also help with: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
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"I'm so pleased I found Karen.. not only is she friendly and kind she breeze's through the house and leaves nothing untouched. She's reliable and versatile.. if I need help with a project be it windows or closet cleaning she's right there for those jobs that need...
Reenie K.
Roxana O.
Calverton, NY
$35-51/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I Have been in the cleaning services for 10+yrs. I am honest and very responsible. I do Residential/Commercial Cleaning.
Roxana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
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"My house is very clean thanks to Roxana and her workers! They did a great job. "
Wendy B.
Brittany T.
Shirley, NY
$26-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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As a compassionate nurse, I understand the importance of comfort and care which are values I bring to every aspect of my work. Eager to lend a helping hand outside the hospital, I offer a range of services including cooking healthy meals, cleaning spaces for peace of mind, medication management, some levels of wound care and...
Brittany can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
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"Brittany goes above and beyond to ensure the individual in her care receives exceptional attention. My grandmother was her patient, and Brittany consistently demonstrated compassion and dedication. She assumed responsibilities beyond her formal role, including...
Rasheem M.
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Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I have 14 years of experience in home and office cleaning, I have worked as a supervisor and trainer in 2 cleaning companies for some years before starting my own business, working as a solo allows me to customize each house because all homes are different and each client has different preferences and needs. I'm detail oriented,...
Evelyn can also help with: General room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting & more
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"I been with Evelyn for a couple of months now and I love her work. She is wonderful to talk too, very family oriented, she takes her job serious and the cleaning is outstanding, I never had my house cleaned the way it comes out when she cleans it. Whatever needs to...
Nick M.
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(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am an energetic mom of two grown children. I am retired with 20 years of service with the New York City Board of Education, working with the Universal Pre-K Program, as well as with the upper grades. After retiring, I knew that I had to return to what I do best and missed so dearly. I sought out and...
Tanya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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"Tanya has been such a gift to our family. She started watching/teaching my 4-year-old son back in September 2020 after we decided to keep him home from preschool. I was able to work from home, but needed help watching and preparing him for kindergarten. We were so...
Stephanie K.
Iam a huge animal lover. Have had dogs and cats all my life. I use to volunteer at save a pet animal shelter in Port Jefferson for many years. I have babysat dogs before. I love walking dogs, spending time with them . And playing with the. You can trust me your dog or cat will be safe at all times and have a great time while...
Nicholas can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Services Provided: Dog Walking, Daily Visits, Potty Breaks, Dog Park Trips, Pet Taxi, Dog Beach Trips, Kitty Care, Overnights
Diane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello! I'm Meghan, 30 years old. I take care of my grandfather who has dementia for 3 years now. I also work as a home health aide at East end disabilities since 2019. I am in school full time for my masters degree in occupational therapy. I'm interested in working with the elderly in the future as an occupational therapist so...
Meghan can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, errands, transportation, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Ridge, NY
Lisa L.
5.0
Lisa watched our son for three months this past fall (starting at about 14 months old) while we rented a house in Quogue in the fall of 2021. Within just a few months, Lisa became a member of the family. She was loving and dependable, and we and our son were so happy to see her every morning. We...
- Adam L.
Denise L.
5.0
Denise went above and beyond in completing her assignment for me. She was reliable, amiable, and put her best foot forward in doing the errands she was tasked with. I expect to call upon her again in the near future.
- Nicolo I.
Christina D.
5.0
Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She walked my sisters dog, cleaned her...
- Demme M.
Carol D.
5.0
Carol D. did a wonderful job for me. She was punctual and took a personal interest in making sure my home was clean and organized. The attention to detail was a plus for me
I would highly recommend Carol D. for anyone looking to have a professional and responsible job done.
- Tim M.
Samantha W.
5.0
I am grateful for the exceptional care Samantha provided for my sister after she suffered a brain bleed. During a very challenging time, Samantha was consistently professional, reliable, and compassionate. She always made sure my sister's needs were met, showing not only a great skill but genuine...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ridge, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Ridge, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Ridge, NY, 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 Ridge, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ridge, NY is $21.00 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 Ridge, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ridge, NY. 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 Ridge, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Ridge, NY, 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 Ridge, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ridge, NY, 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.