Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Rochester, PA
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Therapy dogs in Rochester, PA
Alison S.
Rochester, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Alison I Trained As An RN Worked As RN 13 Yrs And As A Caregiver Additional 8 Yrs
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, doctors visits, errands, medication administration
Alison can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Jenna S.
Beaver Falls, PA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a pet owner and animal lover. I have experience caring for dogs and cats. I provide pet sitting in your home and am comfortable with feeding, light grooming, waste cleanup, play and exercise.\n\nPlease feel free to contact me to discuss my services. I look forward to meeting your pets!
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Jenna is great with animals. Our dog loved her. I would definitely use her again "
Lisa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I know personally how tough it can be on a parent who needs to have trust in their child care provider on a daily basis, and I know how hard that decision can be to make. My name is Jamie and I am currently looking for full-time nanny and childcare provider opportunities. I am willing to travel up to 30 miles. I am 30+ years...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Jamie was a fabulous nanny. She cared for our children for 3+ years starting when my son was 18 months through the birth of my daughter. She loved and cared for my children as though they were her own and helped set the foundation for the smart, considerate...
Diane M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an RN, BSN graduate from Penn State University with critical care background recently retired from Allegheny Health Network (Forbes Regional and Wexford Hospitals). Currently, I am interested in providing intermittent child/ senior care within 20 miles of my home in Evans City. I am a part-time lifeguard and have experience...
Susie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sue is such a great nanny to our 6 month old son. She goes above and beyond what we ask. She keeps us updated with pictures, feedings, and naps. Our son really enjoys spending time with her and is all smiles. We are so thankful we found her! "
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Chelsea G.
Zelienople, PA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
My name is Chelsea! I am a career nanny with over 8 years of experience servicing families north of Pittsburgh.
I am CPR and First Aid Certified, fully vaccinated and can provide up-to-date clearances upon request. I have a clean driving record and a reliable vehicle.
I am a voracious reader and love to inspire a...
Chelsea can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chelsea was such an amazing help when our regular childcare needs changed rapidly. Chelsea was available and ready to help us in our time of need. She is incredibly positive and educational with our child. She is thorough and meticulous about meeting our child’s...
Tara H.
4.8
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been keeping my own place now for 12 years. I have also worked with friends and family to clean their houses on a weekly/biweekly/monthly basis.
I love to clean and organize. It is like therapy to me. Nothing beats the feeling of sitting back and enjoying the fruits of your labor.
I am bonded. I have my FBI and child...
Whitney can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"I hired Whitney to help out with housekeeping and laundry on a weekly basis. Whitney always does a great job and pays attention to details. She's also super reliable lets me know if she needs to reschedule. I would definitely recommend Whitney if you need help...
Megan D.
4.5
(2)
Hello my name is Jennifer, I have 20+ years of experience in health care. I started in high school taking care of a family friend on hospice than my grandparents. I couldn't ever imagine being in another field. I have experience with live in Alzheimer's and Dementia. I have worked in in-home care and private setting. I also have...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"Jennifer is the most beautiful and lovable person that i know. She took care of my mom and dad with such tender care, able to make their lives happy, fun , cared for and most important always made them feel safe. It tells me a lot when my mom and dad asked when...
Sheila F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I'm a positive and compassionate person. I'm very flexible, I work hard, I can help with meal preparation, assistance with feeding, wound dressing, catheter care, Hoyer lift. I will run errands, grocery shop, light house keeping, I will do...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands, personal care & more
5.0
"Kathy work for us for approximately 6 months and she did a absolute amazing job taking care of our mother.
Kathy did above and beyond what was expected of a caregiver. She went out of her way to ensure our mother was cared for and safe. She also flexed her...
Douglas A.
4.9
(16)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*** Current Background check and Clearances ****
I am willing to help out with a variety of services Companionship, Transportation, Shopping, Organize, Meal Prep, Errands etc.
I have over 20yrs experience in caregiving from infant care to hospice care. I do not have any medical degrees. My experience comes mostly from being a...
Jill can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, errands, respite care, meal prep & more
5.0
"Excellent care.
Innovative. Always coming up with new ideas to engage my mom.
Very good !!"
Frank L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 of experience from ages 2 months , to 13 years old. I can help with Transportation , Grocery Shopping , play time , nap time, dinner , summer activities, educational lessons, housekeeping and much more !
I currently service Battle Creek, Kalamazoo and places in between both cities !
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I found Jessica, and she was literally a god send. She was punctual and polite upon first meeting her . She started two days and had been with our family ever since. My son grew a bond with her so quickly and now i call her my friend. She has always been respectful...
Dakyevah H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Maddy!! I have 5 siblings so I definitely know how hectic it can be at home. I am currently studying towards my marketing degree and I will be graduating next year! I come from a big family so I really enjoy being around my siblings! I worked as a member service representative at the Y, so I was around kids all...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maddy is an absolute dream! She is so loving and caring toward my son I have no reservations leaving him with her! She checks in during the day and sends me cute pictures of him having fun and that makes a mommy heart happy! We love her!!"
Nicole C.
5.0
(1)
I am a Certified Special Education/Elementary Teacher. I have worked in the field of Education for over 18 years and have had a wonderful experience in caring for MANY children of all ages. At present, I am semi-retired. I was a stay-at-home Mom during my daughter's formidable years. We had a special time together learning and...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Susan for many years. She is extremely patient, kind and loving and absolutely loves children and would be an awesome caregiver. She is also a teacher with a degree so a bonus for your child's development. Any child would be safe and loved in Susan's...
Lisa B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love watching children. I have been caring for kids since I was 11 years of age. I started out in my neighborhood servicing approximately 10 different families. After marrying I worked at a daycare center, where I provided care for children ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 months. I stayed for 3 years. I then watched children...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter and I loved her! She's definitely more than a "sitter", she found crafts for them and they grew an unforgettable bond. A year later and my daughter still talks about Kara!"
Samantha C.
Caitlyn B.
Cranberry Township, PA
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I offer dog walking and pet sitting services for owners who want reliable and caring attention for their pets. With experience in walking dogs of all sizes and providing in-home care, I'm committed to keeping your pets happy, healthy, and comfortable while you're away.
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Erica and I'm here to offer you quality care services throughout the year. I bring my services to your home, where your child feels most comfortable and safe.
My experience working with children extends back to babysitting in high school (ages 3mo - 10yo) and working in multiple classroom settings...
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! My name is Stephanie and I am an avid animal lover. I have 7+ years of paid and volunteer experience in walking dogs both big and small, as well as caring for cats, bunnies, and birds. I offer personalized, loving, and reliable services to ensure your pet(s) is happy and healthy. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there!
My name is Erica and I'm here to offer quality care services for your oved one with special needs! I bring my services to your home, where your child feels most comfortable and safe. I currently work full-time in special education but would love to meet and serve more families in the community. Many have complimented...
Lucrecia B.
Baden, PA
$20-30/hr
Hello! I am a mother with grown children and a Gram to a lovely 4-year-old! I am a professional pet sitter as well. I was recently laid off from my job and am seeking more flexible employment. I have experience in cleaning and caring for my own home, as well as helping friends with cleaning services over the years.
Lucrecia can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
Hannah P.
Beaver Falls, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
3 years of experience working with special needs students ages 5-15. Newly graduated/licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
I have had so many pets you could call me Mrs. Doolittle! My youngest daughter was going to be a veterinarian at one time so we owned over 13 pets at one time - from snakes to rottweilers! I am a very compassionate pet owner because at one time I put $4,000 into my rottweiler to extend his life for another 6 years. I do full...
Deborah can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, dog training & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Rochester, PA
Jenna S.
5.0
Jenna loves animals and it shows. My pets were well taken care of throughout my entire trip, and they certainly didn't want her to leave! My house was left clean as well. If you're looking for a sitter who enjoys being around animals and caring for them, this is your girl.
Thanks again, Jenna!
- Cori L.
Jamie B.
5.0
Jamie is hands-down the best childcare provider we have ever had the joy of working with! She nannied for us in our home for 5+ years and left an impact on our family for which we are forever grateful. She cared for our then 3 year old daughter, 9 month old son, and her own 9 month old grandson...
- Katie C.
Susie K.
5.0
Sue is such a great nanny to our 6 month old son. She goes above and beyond what we ask. She keeps us updated with pictures, feedings, and naps. Our son really enjoys spending time with her and is all smiles. We are so thankful we found her!
- Care member
Chelsea G.
5.0
Chelsea was such an amazing help when our regular childcare needs changed rapidly. Chelsea was available and ready to help us in our time of need. She is incredibly positive and educational with our child. She is thorough and meticulous about meeting our child’s routine and providing so much time,...
- Tara H.
Whitney D.
5.0
I hired Whitney to help out with housekeeping and laundry on a weekly basis. Whitney always does a great job and pays attention to details. She's also super reliable lets me know if she needs to reschedule. I would definitely recommend Whitney if you need help with housekeeping and glad I found...
- Megan D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Rochester, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Rochester, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Rochester, PA, 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 Rochester, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Rochester, PA 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 Rochester, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Rochester, PA. 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 Rochester, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Rochester, PA, 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 Rochester, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Rochester, PA, 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.