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60 therapy dogs are listed in Riverdale, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Riverdale, MD
5.0
(1)
I have also been tutoring for six years, and I am now expanding my services and am looking for more customers.
I was a dual enrollment student throughout high school and I graduated with my associate's degree at the age of 17 years old. I am currently a senior in college and am pursuing a degree in Business Administration.
I...
Akia W.
Capitol Heights, MD
$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced household assistant. Whether you need childcare, household management, house cleaning, senior care, or assistance with health related needs, I can help. I have 14 years of experience taking care of kids, and for the last two years I have been providing home health care services to clients with diverse needs,...
Akia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Akia to provide assistance to me following surgery. She provided wonderful care following the surgery and anticipated my every need. It was such a comfort to have her to support me. She was also amazing with my family and household, just pitching in...
Sasha R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been watching over children (siblings and younger cousins) since the age of 12. I've worked at a summer camp for five years preparing activities, classes, field trips, and fun time for children from the age of 8 to the age of 16. I've also worked as a baby sitter for a church taking care of, entertaining, and teaching...
Malya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malya is amazing! We hired her to care for our 11-month old son. She has sat for us on several occasions and each time things went well. Our son who is standoffish with new or unfamiliar people immediately took to her. She is very sweet and kind with him. And I...
Eliana J.
Widline S.
Hyattsville, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time CNA Available For Companionship And Everything Else
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello for over 10 years, I have served the younger and the elderly, physically and mentally impaired with an immense passion and fulfillment. I seek to enrich the life of your loved one and ensure their well-being on a daily basis. I have experience caring for people with physical/mental disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's,...
Widline can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Zufan M.
Silver Spring, MD
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...
Zufan can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second. "
David G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was employed in the human services field for over 25 years. I was also a foster parent for children 0-20. Some of them presented with physical and/or cognitive and emotional challenges. I am kind yet firm when needed. I teach coping skills and provide assistance as needed.
My rates start at $35 per hour.
Tyler H.
Capitol Heights, MD
$17-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tyler I am a recent college graduate. I have graduated the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Biology. I have experience working with children from ages 2-14. I have been able to create a creative space for children as well a teaching space. I also have experience working with special...
Tyler can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
4.8
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Vernae and I am a social worker with a degree from Howard University and certified postpartum doula, as well as a babysitter. I have been providing childcare services to my community for 7 years and doula services for the past 2 years. I am passionate about serving children...
Vernae can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vernae was a lifesaver! Baby #2 came home from the hospital with a number of complications we hadn’t anticipated. Vernae quietly and quickly got to work, making my care and recovery a priority, taking on household tasks from dishes, laundry, pet care, lunch and...
Care member
Aminatu C.
Washington, DC
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over 6 years of child care services. Friendly, empathetic and caring personality. I take a different approach with all my kids to best fit each encounter. Safety and satisfaction guaranteed!
Aminatu can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"She is finding herself as a young adult and loves to help wherever she can. People oriented so she works well with kids and adults (clients). It was my pleasure to hire her, I would keep her on but I am moving across country. Take care of her!"
Donell B.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience.
=>Assist patient when they want to their doctor.
=>Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming..
=>Providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirement; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.
Meka can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Meka is nice, kind and considerate. She is also very caring."
Care member
5.0
(19)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I tutor 5 private students and I volunteer my services to 2 foster children. I have more than 30 years experience working with children and families. I can motivate and assist your child with learning and retaining new skills. I am familiar with state testing, self-confidence issues and learning disabilities. I provide services...
5.0
"My daughter is really reserved and shy child. She had been struggling off and on this year due to family dynamic changes, and recent moves. I have tried counseling and tutors and became frustrated before. I contacted Tekisha and she was able to come in, bond with...
Antonio S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am committed to providing this kind of service to families who are very busy with their jobs and other matter. I am expert in performing any combination of cleaning duties to maintain private households in a clean and orderly manner. I am able to do the following tasks: clean rooms, bathroom, bedroom, hallway, kitchen,...
Maria Christine can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I work at a local elementary private school in Washington, DC. I provide tutoring services for elementary, middle school and special education children.
Elizabeth H.
Washington, DC
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My husband and I watched dogs for over a year using a service. We both grew up in dog homes, being lucky enough to have several furry family members throughout the years. We loved the experience of having so many dogs around again and our pooch loved all his new friends. We had several regulars who trusted us with their pups....
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I like to help elderly people because I can see Them as my Parents or Grandparents. Help Them make me feel good since They can not do somethings for Themselves. Also, I am a compassionate person who enjoy helping others.
I have worked taking care of elderly in different tasks such as preparing meals, taking shower, therapy...
Yola can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern
It is my pleasure to recommend Yolanda L. for employment. Yolanda took wonderful care of my Mom and I can fully vouch for her suitability and ability to work well, especially in personal care capacities and other household duties
Yolanda...
Chris I.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for some housecleaning opportunity; I have 7 years of experience,
I love my job but the most important for me is to make my clients happy, and satisfied with my job.
I provide all the supplies and equipment. The prices depends on the service you require.
I'm very flexible with the schedule.
I'm full Covid, flu...
Cecilia Mariela can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Cecilia has been our house cleaner for almost a year now, and we absolutely LOVE her! She started with us in a small one bedroom and now cleans our much larger town home. We've hired her for general weekly cleanings and an initial deep clean when we moved....
Madeline F.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, I am a 21-year-old college student with four years of childcare/nanny experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified with experience in daycares as well as private homes. I offer fun activities such as arts & crafts, playing games, dancing to music, etc. Other services are meal preparation, light housekeeping, and...
Enija can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Enija arrives on time and is a very lovely young lady. She sent pictures of activities and all the fun they had. My children are happy when she comes and sad when she leaves. Would hire again."
Ja H.
Stephanie G.
Upper Marlboro, MD
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I love children and have experience caring for them. I used to babysit my little cousin when he was about 3-5 years old. I would feed him, change his diaper, put him to sleep, and look after him. I also would watch my neighbor after school. He was much older, about 12 or 13. I would make him lunch and watch him for a couple...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"My son took an immediate liking to her. She was warm and gentle. She surely eased my mind about my infant being in the care of another person. Stephanie's presence in my home felt like an extension of family."
Darrielle W.
Allison S.
Washington, DC
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Home Health Aide And Personal Care Attendant Available For Part-Time Work
4.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
- Background overview: 7 Years working in living facilities as well as private home care
- Services performed: hospice care, management of medications, preparation of food, hygiene maintenance, etc.
- Types of patients: Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia, physically disabled, etc.
- About me: I am a dedicated...
Allison can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She worked very well with my mom and the staff at the nursing home"
Gerard O.
Zeina F.
Washington, DC
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Experienced Occupational Therapy Student
5.0
(2)
My name is Zeina, I am a licensed doctor of Occupational Therapy, I am 26 years old and I have worked with children for the past 10 years. I am looking to pick up some babysitting hours on weekends! I currently live in DuPont and work at a special education school in DC. A little bit of my history: I was previously a babysitter...
Zeina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zeina is someone who I would not only trust with my kids but also want my kids to grow up to be like. She is smart, playful, responsible, creative, and driven. Any family would be lucky to have her watch their children!"
Alexandra B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Riverdale, MD
Akia W.
5.0
I hired Akia to provide assistance to me following surgery. She provided wonderful care following the surgery and anticipated my every need. It was such a comfort to have her to support me. She was also amazing with my family and household, just pitching in wherever needed, whether it was helping...
- Sasha R.
Malya P.
5.0
Malya is amazing! We hired her to care for our 11-month old son. She has sat for us on several occasions and each time things went well. Our son who is standoffish with new or unfamiliar people immediately took to her. She is very sweet and kind with him. And I feel that my little guys is safe in...
- Eliana J.
Zufan M.
5.0
Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second.
- David G.
Vernae R.
4.0
Vernae served as our postpartum doula for the first 4 weeks of my son’s life. She was flexible and we worked out a great schedule 10pm-6am where she cared for our newborn while me and my husband rested. She took exceptional care of our son and cleaned/sanitized bottles, folded laundry, and kept...
- Care member
Aminatu C.
5.0
We posted a job and she responded promptly. We needed her to run an errand for a senior adult, and she did everything as asked. Excellent communication and very personable!
- Dana M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Riverdale, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Riverdale, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, MD, 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 Riverdale, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Riverdale, MD is $21.29 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 Riverdale, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, MD. 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 Riverdale, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Riverdale, MD, 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 Riverdale, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, MD, 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.