Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Saco, ME
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Find therapy dogs in Saco, ME that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Saco, ME
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Saco, ME
Anna G.
Scarborough, ME
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience working as a physical therapy aide while I helped seniors complete their physical therapy exercises and treatment. I also have experience in a traumatic brain injury rehab center helping older adults manage and overcome their everyday challenges.
Anna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, live-in home care
Looking for seasonal employment to supplement income
Offering turn down services for seasonal rentals.
Donnielle can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
Hello! I am a kindergarten teacher that is looking for summer employment. I have experience working with children of all ages. I have spent most of my career in child care and education working with early childhood ages. I am very creative, love coming up with fun activities for children and love being able to get outside and...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Marie T B.
Biddeford, ME
$25-32/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 36 years of experience in long term care and, 1 year of in home care. I can help with bathing, transportation services, and Light Housecleaning.
Marie T can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hello! As the oldest of four my experience in childcare you could say started in the beginning helping take care of my brothers. I started babysitting in my early teen years, coached youth sports, mentored, and worked in the school system. I am currently working on my masters in occupational therapy where my goal is to work in...
I started working with kids over 10 years ago both full and part time. I've worked with groups of up to 15 children at a time (some with physical disabilities) while employed as a camp counselor for three seasons. I was a special needs nanny for a young boy on the autism spectrum. I worked along side the parents to improve his...
Kristine S.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Babysitter With Nearly 25 Years Of Experience!
Looking for a seasoned caregiver with nearly 25 years of experience? Look no further! With a passion for nurturing young minds and sparking imagination, I offer comprehensive childcare services tailored to your needs. From engaging activities to chauffeuring to appointments and whipping up nutritious meals, rest assured your...
Kristine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Julia! I'm a 19-year-old with a passion for working with children. I have 1 year of experience as an after-school counselor through Scarborough Community Services. I'm dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and creative environment for the kids I care for, and I always strive to make every moment engaging and enjoyable. I...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Emily M.
Biddeford, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello everyone! I am a recent graduate from the University of New Hampshire with a B. S. in Human Development and Family Studies and I will soon be attending the University of New England to begin my Master's of Occupational Therapy in May. I am a trained Lifeguard as well as certified in water-safety curriculum, which allows me...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Cristen R.
Gorham, ME
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Certified Behavioral Health Professional
First AID & CPR certified.
Currently employed as a section 28 Children's Service Coordinator, matching BHP's with children on my case load.
Experience working with children of all ages.
Experience working with childhood mental health and developmental disabilities.
I'm passionate about people, animals & serving others &somewhere along the way, it's developed into caring for what's important to them. Recently I decided to offer pet& housesitting. I love caring for their pets as I don't have any of my own at this time. In summary, I love caring for pets& people and share in the joy of caring...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20years of experience and registered with the state of Maine DSP, PSS CRMA. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I am a dedicated person and always value my clients with dignity and pride. Im a great listener and will communicate in pleasant manner. I like to remain upbeat and encouraging in all...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Lacey B.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 10 years of combined childcare, preschool, private nanny services, and public school special education, I am confident that I will be an excellent choice for your childcare needs. I enjoy playing outdoors and exploring nature, arts and crafts, teaching independence and life skills, and having fun!
I am looking for a...
Lacey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kristine S.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Senior Companion, Babysitter, And Pet Sitter!
Hi there! I'm thrilled to offer my services as a senior companion, pet sitter, & babysitter. With over 2 years of experience in the senior living and healthcare industry, I am deeply passionate about making the lives of seniors more enjoyable & fulfilling. Whether it's administering medication, providing transportation to...
Kristine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hello! I'm Kennedy. I have been flipping airbnbs for the past three years, and am hoping to find another home to clean to acquire some additional income. Services I provide include wiping surfaces, dusting, vacuuming/washing floors, cleaning appliances, cleaning bathrooms, making beds/doing laundry, washing windows, and basic...
Kennedy can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, window washing, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a friendly and experienced housekeeper with a background in healthcare and customer service. I am organized, have a great attention to detail and I take a lot of pride in the work I do. I would be happy to help save you some valuable energy and take care of all your cleaning needs.
Holly can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First off, I love children! I have 14 years of teaching and tutoring experience in diverse settings in the Boston Area. For the past 18 months, I have been teaching reading, math, and speech intervention one -on -one to students with special needs at LindaMood-Bell in Newton, MA. I also have 7 years of nannying experience, which...
Erin M.
Kennebunk, ME
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Summer Nanny And Tutoring Services Available Full Or Part-time
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Erin. I am an elementary teacher looking for a summer nannying and/or tutoring job. I have taught third grade, kindergarten, Title I/RTI, worked as a teacher's assistant, and a substitute teacher. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Theatre and Dance from the University of New Hampshire and my Master's in Education...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erin truly enjoys being around babies. She enjoys all aspects of baby life from playing to feeding to bedtime and everything in between. I should mention, at the time, we had twin 18 month olds. She had a double dose of toddlers and handled it with the grace of a...
Heidi K.
Laura O.
Wells, ME
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of three young adult children who is available for housecleaning services. I am thorough with good attention to detail and particularly enjoy laundry. I am available for weekly, bi-weekly, or occasional/one time cleanings.
I am also available to provide a laundry service where I either
A) I come to your home...
Laura can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"We can always count on Laura to deliver top-notch cleaning services. Her commitment to excellence is evident in the way she leaves our condo looking fresh, clean, and sparkling. She's a true professional who communicates clearly and consistently with us, making it...
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in home management services for over 30 years now. I am comfortable dealing with large homes to small condos, making sure to be careful with details you request and your priorities first. I can make my own natural cleaning supplies or use what you already have. Besides what is listed and checked in my job...
Venita can also help with: Basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Venita is quite simply the best provider of house-cleaning and -managing services I've ever hired in over 25 years of hiring people in this domain. She is smart, fast, deeply knowledgeable about products, warm, and thorough. I cannot possibly recommend her highly...
Amy E.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Saco, ME
Erin M.
5.0
Erin truly enjoys being around babies. She enjoys all aspects of baby life from playing to feeding to bedtime and everything in between. I should mention, at the time, we had twin 18 month olds. She had a double dose of toddlers and handled it with the grace of a ballerina! She was a real asset to...
- Heidi K.
Laura O.
5.0
We can always count on Laura to deliver top-notch cleaning services. Her commitment to excellence is evident in the way she leaves our condo looking fresh, clean, and sparkling. She's a true professional who communicates clearly and consistently with us, making it easy to trust her with our home.
- Care member
Venita G.
5.0
Venita has been working for us for a year and a half and we're so grateful to have her! She's very detail oriented, extremely thorough, respectful of your needs and always willing to do more. We couldn't ask for more from her and highly recommend her!
- Julie M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Saco, ME
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Saco, ME?
To find a therapy dog near you in Saco, ME, 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 Saco, ME?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Saco, ME is $19.10 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 Saco, ME?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Saco, ME. 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 Saco, ME receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Saco, ME, 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 Saco, ME help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Saco, ME, 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.