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Jenna L.

Experienced Geriatric Caregiver

Riverside, RI

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Extensive knowledge and training working with the senior population: bathing, dressing, toileting, physical mobility, bed mobility, meal preparation, and assisting with home exercise programs. Extensive experience with various diagnoses including, but not limited to: CHF, Alzheimer's, Dementia, MS, ALS, etc. Extensive experience...
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Jenna L.

Riverside, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a mom to two boys aged 6 and 10. I live in Riverside, RI. I have been an occupational therapist assistant for 10 years and just obtained my masters in Occupational Therapy- currently studying for my boards certification. One of my fieldwork rotations was at a children's outpatient clinic working with kiddos with special...
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Sara L.

Riverside, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am currently a full time college student looking to petsit, babysit, or be a caretaker of an older adult. Currently I have open availability until I graduate in the middle of May. I love working with kids and older adults. I'm currently in school to become an occupational therapist. Over the years I have babysat my...
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Hailey K.

Riverside, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! My name is Hailey and I have been working with children/families for about 10 years now! I just recently finished my internship at Hasbro children's rehabilitation center in Providence and I just received my Kinesiology degree from URI. I am now attending MCPHS to receive my masters in Occupational Therapy. I am looking...
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Ines L.

Riverside, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Refrigerator cleaning
oven cleaning
move-out cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
For over a decade, I have dedicated myself to providing exceptional housekeeping services. I offer a range of services, including standard and deep cleaning, kitchen and oven cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, general room cleaning, and move-out cleaning. I have experience cleaning stubborn stains. I respect private spaces and...
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Devin R.

Riverside, RI

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
Bringing a fresh perspective to home care, I offer meticulous cleaning services tailored to your needs. I understand the importance of building trust and respect in your personal space. Punctuality and dependability are cornerstones of my commitment to you. With a college degree and one year of experience, I focus on bathroom,...
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Lauren G.

Riverside, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
Hey there, I've been working as an occupational therapist for almost 11 years now, specifically in subacute rehab, respiratory rehab, dementia, ortho and elder care settings. I LOVE working with this population and would love to help with any evening/ late night elder care services you may require. I'm CPR certified and very...
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Jennifer S.

Fun, Energetic Nanny!

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet transportation
dog training
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children for over 20 years providing both babysitting and nanny services. I am a special education teacher assistant at an elementary school in Warwick, and am working towards earning my masters in education to become a certified special education teacher. I have an SUV, am organized and energetic and also...

Patricia S. says "Jenny has pet sat my dog with severe separation anxiety, now for several weeks. She has also done some grocery shopping for me. Very punctual. Returns...

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Tammy T.

Relax And Let Me Do The Work

Pawtucket, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a organized tidy person in general. I worked for a cleaning service for about 5 years. I've been nannying for the last 7 and I do all the cleaning in there house including changing sheets, doing laundry, steaming floors, wiping down the bathrooms and emptying the dishwasher all while the baby sleeps. But my daughter just...
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Alicia S.

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! I'm Alicia, a 25-year-old nanny based in Cranston, Rhode Island. I've been a full-time nanny for the past 2 years, with an additional 6 years of part-time experience. Before nannying full-time, I spent two amazing years as the Director of Children's Activities at a campground, where I gained hands-on experience leading...

Nicole T. says "Alicia is amazing. Our daughter (6yo) loves her. Alicia is always thinking up activities, bringing projects over and keeping her very busy. She is with...

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Emily C.

Seekonk, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Emily and I am 25 years old! I have a bachelors in Public Health with a minor in Communications and Nutrition. I have 9+ years experience with children ages 2m-10 yrs! I have Nannied for many families some long term some short term based on their needs. I have my newborn and child CPR First Aid certifications...

Martha P. says "Emily has been an excellent nanny for our 15-month old with specific medical needs. She always has him laughing and engaging in new activities for his...

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Teila G.

T's Cleaners

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Move-out cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello , My name is Teila. Pronounced Tayla. I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I have worked residential cleaning for 5 plus years for a lovely company And am now branching out on my own. Having a clutter free home can help with productivity , stress, free time, and overall peace of mind. Whether you have a busy family...

Kristina A. says "Teila has been cleaning my home for the past couple of months and so far she has been fantastic. She is thorough and precise, yet efficient, and a...

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Jose S.

Care Giving Part-time & Nights

Central Falls, RI

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 30 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I encourage you to read the reviews families have left for me. You can also ask for their references if you're considering my services. I can adapt very well to the needs of your family and I'm always ready to have some fun over a board game or a sport related game outside. I work with-in everything relating to childcare. I am...

Care Member says "Jose was great with my 2 kids, boy 10 years and girl 8 years. I hired Jose this summer to take my kids to the pool to get to know them before I went...

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Olivia B.

Responsible, Fun, Flexible Babysitter

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
currently only avail on Wednesdays I have always been passionate about working w children. I have cared for twins, children with special needs, &as many as 3 at a time. My experience includes ages 0-14, with my focus and passion being infants &toddlers. I have my BA in Counseling &Child Studies. With a focus on expressive art...

Care Member says "Olivia is a rare gem - a professional, exceptionally skilled nanny who offers the full package of creativity, warmth, energy, and perfect punctuality....

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Sarah M.

Available Most Weekends For Help Along With Some Afternoons!

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am 36 years old that loves to help out families when needed. I have a lot of experience with the elderly as I have worked for an agency since 2007. Some of my duties there are: Meal preparation Light housekeeping Laundry Errand services Grocery shopping Pick up prescriptions Care for pets, houseplants and home while family is...

Care Member says "She was compassionate- efficient- knowledgeable- I was comfortable having live in my moms home and caring for her."

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Monique M.

Cna

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
14 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
companionship
My name is Monique I was born in Jamaica, I enjoy helping others and providing services to people who need it I am a Cna at Kent hospital and I love my job because every day I go into work I meet different people and I love that especially when I make them smile.. I am also married with two wonderful children and I enjoy going...

Care Member says "She is excellent worker and she exceeds beyond standards of care, she very efficient and reliable employee."

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Deborah D.

Direct Support Professional

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Debbie and I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disorders, and those with autism. I currently work part time for the J Arthur Trudeau Center with 5 developmentally disabled men in a group home setting. I am responsible for medication...

Thomas K. says "Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire."

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Leslie H.

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...

Linda W. says "She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

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Priscilla D.

College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service. I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
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Kelly G.

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
companionship
I have 24 years of experience. I can help with meal prep, light housekeeping, Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have experience with senior care. I have the ability to work with folks who have Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, as well as, severe to profound multi handicap individuals.

Jennifer W. says "Kelly is very easy to work with. She is compassionate, flexible, understanding and in a short period of time, connected quickly with my father. Kelly...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.57/hr as of December 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Riverside, RI

Therapy Dogs in Riverside, RI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Jennifer S.

Jenny has pet sat my dog with severe separation anxiety, now for several weeks. She has also done some grocery shopping for me. Very...

- Patricia S.

Alicia S.

Alicia is amazing. Our daughter (6yo) loves her. Alicia is always thinking up activities, bringing projects over and keeping her very busy....

- Nicole T.

Emily C.

Emily has been an excellent nanny for our 15-month old with specific medical needs. She always has him laughing and engaging in new...

- Martha P.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Riverside, RI

To find a therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Riverside, RI is $21.57 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI. 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI, 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.

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