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Find therapy dogs in South Portland, ME that you’ll love

60 therapy dogs are listed in South Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years

Therapy dogs in South Portland, ME

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Amelia T.


South Portland, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently an Occupational Therapy student at UNE. I graduated from Lesley University with my Bachelors in Children, Youth, and Family Studies in 2023. During my gap year between undergrad and post grad, I worked as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy with children 0-3. My long term goal is to become...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Amelia T.


South Portland, ME

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter For Families With Children With Special Needs

Hello! I recently graduated from Lesley University and am currently working as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy. I have experience working with kids with all different types of special needs for the past 5 years and I would love to be your go to date night baby sitter!
Over the past year, I have begun to provide house-cleaning services for a few families in the area. I am currently a graduate student at the University of Southern Maine in a full-time accelerated program. I am a fast-paced, organized, and detail oriented worker. I do ask that you provide the cleaning supplies with which I will...
Madalyn can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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Laurel P.


South Portland, ME

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Energetic, Reliable Care Taker!

Hi! My names Laurel but I go by Laurie! I currently have full time job as a Health and Wellness Director but before this position I always worked with kids and i'm looking to get back into it! I have a degree in health, wellness, and pre-occupational therapy with a minor in special education. I am pretty flexible and easy...
Laurel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Christine C.


South Portland, ME

$23-25/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive, Reliable, Patient Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Christine, I am 29 years old and I'm originally from Los Angeles, CA. I moved to Maine a little over a year ago and have absolutely been loving my new home! I have been babysitting and working with children since I began my undergraduate degree in 2013. I have volunteered as a camp counselor in the Dominican...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi there! I'm Emily, a devoted mom to a sweet toddler, and I'm passionate about helping others, especially seniors or those in need of a little extra support. I offer a range of services, including running errands, light housekeeping, and providing friendly companionship. I understand how important it is to feel supported, and...
Emily can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands & more
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Jesstine Q.


South Portland, ME

$20-60/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Cleaner After 2pm Every Day !

I have been in the cleaning business for about 15 years, I own my very own cleaning business and have since 2020 in the heat of COVID-19. I offer MANY different services, just reach out to me with your needs ! Residential-Commercial-Construction- Move ins/outs
Jesstine can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
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Venita G.


South Portland, ME

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

2 Full Days Housekeeping

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: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement 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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with kids because of how imaginative they are! They have such a fresh perspective on everything. I started working with kids after taking a full-spectrum doula training, where I found that I was most interested in post partum and child care. My first full time nanny position was with a 3-week-old who I cared...
Elise can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Alexander A.


South Portland, ME

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

English Focus, Multiple Subjects Capable

Dear community, I am an Educational Technician III at a Maine public school, with a Bachelor's in Anthropology from UMass Amherst (2013) and a Master's in Liberal Arts from St. John's College (2022). I have experience with students K-12 in various settings (public school, private home, summer camps, weekend camps, afterschool...
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Scarlett R.


South Portland, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Safe And Sound Per Sitting

Hello, animal lovers! My name is Scarlett and I'm a passionate pet sitter dedicated to providing your furry companions with the utmost care and attention while you're away. Growing up surrounded by pets of all shapes and sizes, I've always had a deep connection with animals. Their unconditional love and unwavering loyalty have...
Scarlett can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

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Jodi A.


Falmouth, ME

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Free Spirited, Kind, Young At Heart , Senior caregiver.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Please note I am a Registered Medical Assistant, that option was not available. I have been a middle school teacher and a RMA. I have a powerful work ethic. Therefore I am reliable, dependable, trustworthy and dedicated. I have a positive attitude about most things. I make lemonade. My passions are yoga, reading, gardening (...
Jodi can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"If you are lucky enough to find that Jodi is available, do not hesitate to hire her. Our 88 y o mother (and really our whole family) was blessed to have Jodi as her caregiver. She is so warm, patient and personable, always arriving on time and with a smile (and...

Margie B.

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Emma C.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I just graduated college and have moved back to Cape Elizabeth! I have been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for 6 years, and I absolutely love working with kids! I am working at Cape Elizabeth Community Services Summer Rec Camp this summer and I am available on weekends! . I have worked with preschool-aged kids up to...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma is intelligent, active, responsible, reliable, trustworthy and can handle kid behaviors calmly and competently. And she has a great sense of humor. We love her and hope she returns to our area!!!! My kids are very particular and both love Emma ❤️🌟❤️. "

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Karen H.


Gorham, ME

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Lover. Available For Walking, Pet Sitting Feeding.

Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood

Do you need pet care days, weekends, overnights, extended care? Experienced pet sitter and dog walker. I love animals! I own and love 3 cats and 2 dogs. I would love to help you out with your pets. This is not just a summer job for me! I am available year round for dog walking, cat and dog sitting, and pet taxi service. I am...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Karen is wonderful. My dog Ruby is a rescue with special needs. Karen is attentive, kind, experienced, and communicative. I had a concern about Ruby the day after we got back and I messaged Karen about it. Karen was extremely detailed in her response and helped me...

Carly W.

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Bella S.


Gorham, ME

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for elders is my passion because I enjoy spending time with them. I have worked overnights for many clients and am happy to provide a range of services. I have two grown children and have lived in Gorham for 19 years. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she cared for our whole family and became a beloved friend. Bella was ALWAYS on time. She did EVERYTHING above and...

Melissa P.

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Ashley A.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 18-yrs of experience as a Professional Caregiver. I have been educated in both advanced mobility & memory care. In my previous experience, I have provided everything from companion care to specialized care for Alzheimer's and Dementia, as well as assisting clients with a variety of mobility limitations and disabilities...
Ashley can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Ashley was knowledgeable with years of experience and deeply compassionate in her care for Carol. Carol trusted her gentle nature and her articulate manner of explaining things and comforting with loving intent. Ashley had a little conflict with hospice nurses but...

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Anna G.


Scarborough, ME

$20-30/hr2 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: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, errands
Hi there! I am passionate and reliable dog walker and pet sitter who truly understands the love and care your furry friend deserves. With years of experience working with dogs of all breeds and sizes, I offer personalized walking and sitting services tailored to your dog's needs and routine.
Caitlynn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Violet S.


Falmouth, ME

$18-30/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Sitter

I have been pet sitting for 3 years. This includes dogs, cats, fish, hamsters etc.! I have done overnight stays for up to 3 weeks at a time, and have built strong bonds with the pets that I care for. I like to prioritize physical activity to ensure the greatest health for your pets. My services include long and short term pet...
Violet can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Kam, and I am a reliable, competent, and patient person. I graduated from the University of Southern Maine and studied Health Sciences with coursework in gerontology. I am currently enrolled at USM in the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program and have experience with transfers, ADL assistance, and a plethora of...
Kameron can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in South Portland, ME

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.

Jodi A.

5.0

If you are lucky enough to find that Jodi is available, do not hesitate to hire her. Our 88 y o mother (and really our whole family) was blessed to have Jodi as her caregiver. She is so warm, patient and personable, always arriving on time and with a smile (and also at times with flowers out of her...

- Margie B.

Emma C.

5.0

My kids had a great time with Emma. They are now asking when we'll be going out again so Emma can come back and watch them. I felt very comfortable with her and would definitely have her back again.

- Morgan N.

Karen H.

5.0

Karen is wonderful. My dog Ruby is a rescue with special needs. Karen is attentive, kind, experienced, and communicative. I had a concern about Ruby the day after we got back and I messaged Karen about it. Karen was extremely detailed in her response and helped me to figure out what was going on...

- Carly W.

Bella S.

5.0

I hired Bella to care for my dad, who has dementia. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Not only did she take excellent care of Dad, but she cared for our whole family and became a beloved friend. Bella was ALWAYS on time. She did EVERYTHING above and beyond my expectations. She does...

- Melissa P.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Therapy Dogs in South Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.