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Gabrielle C.

Title: Compassionate And Experienced Senior Caregiver Available For Your Loved Ones

Windham, ME

1.0(0)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
home modification
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a 24-year-old compassionate and dedicated senior caregiver with two years of experience as a personal care assistant. I take pride in helping my clients maintain their independence and improve their quality of life through personalized care, kindness, and patience. Services Offered: 1. Assistance with Activities of Daily...
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Experienced Special Needs Provider

Portland, ME

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Kendra and I graduated from college with a degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and currently getting my Bachelors in Nursing! I have always been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities. I have experience working with teenagers with autism. I also worked with an individual with a...
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2 Full Days Housekeeping

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Julie M. says "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...

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

Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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 (...

Margie B. says "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...

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Hiram, ME

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is truly my calling. With over 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, Certified Residential Medication Administrator. I provide respite care, live-in assistance, hospice support, and home health services. I am skilled in personal care, light...

David M. says "We hired Bonnie to help augment the in-home hospice care for our beloved mother. Bonnie brought a tremendous amount of care, compassion, and...

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Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

Hollis Center, ME

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children with special needs for the past 5 years. More specifically, I am a certified Speech and Language therapy assistant which has given me so much experience. I find any gains children accomplish extremely rewarding, and love the look on their face when they have achieved something they have been...

Krista D. says "Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year....

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South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am currently an Occupational Therapy student at UNE placed in Hull, MA for my fieldwork. 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...

Care Member says "Amelia is a loving, fun, and attentive caregiver for our two-year-old daughter. She is reliable, communicative and punctual. She even arrived early so...

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Part-time And Full-time Cargiver

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jane. I am 25 years old. I recently moved to Portland to pursue a masters in occupational therapy. I am currently working at a school for children with autism spectrum disorder. I started babysitting in high school and have worked in afterschool programs and nannying positions ever since. I am working or in...

Modupe C. says "Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If...

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Pet Sitting Services

Bridgton, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
Animal lover to my core! Full time student, and mom. I have schedule flexibility on Tuesday, Thurs-Sun. I am not able to house any animals but am happy to go to yours to walk and/or spend time with your family pet.

Lauren Q. says "Ali kindly dogsit my very anxious rescue Chihuahua and his companion, a parrot. Both really grew to quickly love Ali - and the Chihuahua would squeal when...

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Portland, ME

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
Hello! I'm currently a 3rd year DPT student at UNE and was interested in doing some pet sitting like I did in undergrad. I used to work at a Vet clinic back in BR, LA for 2 years and then did 3 more years of pet sitting off/on. I wanted to pick up some more hours during the Summer and can do more services in the Fall. I'd...
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Scarborough, ME

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
transportation
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.
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Outdoor Enthusiast

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Adrienne! I am currently in my last semester for my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I have been providing a range of child care for the past 14 years. I have provided care for a range of ages from newborns to college aged individuals with special care needs. While providing childcare for various jobs I...
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South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am looking to help families in need of services for children with special needs. I have 3 years of experience in providing care to ages 3-18-year-olds who have neurodevelopment disorders and psychiatric disorders such as ASD, OCD, PTSD, MDD, eating disorders and personality disorders, as well as children who have a history of...
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South Portland, ME

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I seek to provide compassionate care that maintains the dignity, respect and privacy of the child and their family. I am a registered behavior technician and have a history of providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Empathy,...
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Housekeeping With A Smile

Buxton, ME

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
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.
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Hollis Center, ME

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
I have cared for pets all my life. My family has always had atleast one dog and a variety of other rescues. I am comfortable with all breeds of dogs and all types of animals. I absolutely love any furry friend! I look forward to the opportunity to love on some lil creatures! I am comfortable walking, feeding, snuggling and most...
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A Caregiver By Nature!

Portland, ME

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a natural caregiver and presently run a pet care/dog walking business and vintage resale outfit online & at pop-up events. Looking to help either with your pets or comfort care services for seniors in your home! I am an excellent communicator and excel at all levels of customer service, patience, compassion, and I...
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Babysitter/Nanny/Educator

Portland, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Let me share a bit about myself with you! My name is Kate and I am a young professional, living and working in Portland, Maine. I graduated from Plymouth State University in 2014 with a degree in Childhood Studies- Elementary Education. Since graduating I have worked at non-profits that provide various services to individuals...
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Portland, ME

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$16/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Sophia! I have experience working with kids as a member of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine and as a pediatric occupational therapist aide. I was born and raised in Portland but I go to school at Emmanuel College in Boston where I'm studying art therapy and neuroscience. My ultimate goal is to work...
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Part-time, Flexible, And Last-minute Pet Sitting Services Available

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have lots of experience in dog sitting for friends, family, and paid clients. I am pretty flexible so I would be a great last-minute person to call for pet-sitting services! I love to go for long walks and I am happy to give baths, etc. I don't have any formal training but I'd be happy to meet in-person for an interview or...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of January 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Standish, ME

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

Venita G.

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,...

- Julie M.

Jodi A.

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...

- Margie B.

Bonnie J.

We hired Bonnie to help augment the in-home hospice care for our beloved mother. Bonnie brought a tremendous amount of care, compassion, and...

- David M.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Standish, ME

To find a therapy dog near you in Standish, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Standish, ME is $19.00 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.

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

When you hire therapy dog near you in Standish, 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.

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

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