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60 therapy dogs are listed in Suitland, MD
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Suitland, MD
5.0
(1)
I like to help elderly people because I can see Them as my Parents or Grandparents. Help Them make me feel good since They can not do somethings for Themselves. Also, I am a compassionate person who enjoy helping others.
I have worked taking care of elderly in different tasks such as preparing meals, taking shower, therapy...
Yola can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern
It is my pleasure to recommend Yolanda L. for employment. Yolanda took wonderful care of my Mom and I can fully vouch for her suitability and ability to work well, especially in personal care capacities and other household duties
Yolanda...
Chris I.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for some housecleaning opportunity; I have 6 years of experience,
I love my job but the most important for me is to make my clients happy, and satisfied with my job.
I provide all the supplies and equipment. The prices depends on the service you require.
I'm very flexible with the schedule.
I'm full Covid, flu...
Cecilia Mariela can also help with: Attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Cecilia has been our house cleaner for almost a year now, and we absolutely LOVE her! She started with us in a small one bedroom and now cleans our much larger town home. We've hired her for general weekly cleanings and an initial deep clean when we moved....
Madeline F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Naomi I'm a military kid and an educator in the DMV looking for some summer work.
I have experience with taking care of younger and older kids. I ran a summer program in Europe for youth aging from 11-21 years old. I also have experience with taking care of kids during our summer at church for VBS, being a Sunday...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Naomi was truly a blessing sent to our family. She was so patient and kind (but also firm) with our two toddlers. She worked WITH us to help babysit our kids while my husband and I worked from home. Watching the kids just for a few hours after school and helping...
Caroline C.
Jasmine B.
Arlington, VA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jasmine and I am currently a Rehabilitation Technician at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. My dream is to one day open a Pediatric Occupational Therapy practice of my own. I absolutely love working with children and have more than 10 years of experience. Most of my experience has come from my great...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jasmine is an amazing young woman. She is always so loving and kind. She is very nurturing and attentive. My children love Jasmine and so do we. We highly recommend Jasmine. We know that our children are safe and loved when they are with Jasmine. They always look...
Malikah P.
Allison S.
Washington, DC
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Home Health Aide And Personal Care Attendant Available For Part-Time Work
4.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
- Background overview: 7 Years working in living facilities as well as private home care
- Services performed: hospice care, management of medications, preparation of food, hygiene maintenance, etc.
- Types of patients: Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia, physically disabled, etc.
- About me: I am a dedicated...
Allison can also help with: Home modification, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Allison is a quality care giver with special skills in working with the elderly. Her knowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's diseases makes her an excellent support person not only for the patient but also for the family. Allison is very talented in the kitchen and...
Carol B.
5.0
(5)
I have worked in senior living facilities as a nursing assistant, medication technician, and dietary services provider. I am passionate about it because it's very personal to me, and my own mum lived up to 93. I have over 9 years experience now as a caregiver, worked in the facilities as Certified nursing assistant, Geriatric...
Richard can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Richard has been an amazing caregiver to my husband, for 2 and a half years, until my husband died. I do not know what I would have done without Richard. He is dependable, reliable, honest, smart, and he really cared about my husband. Even though my husband...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, everyone! Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. My name is Mamé and I am a kind, dependable, and reliable individual with a wealth of creative craft ideas. I began my childcare journey as an assistant teacher, progressing to become a head teacher at an NAEYC accredited daycare, which placed a strong emphasis...
Mame can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mame has been wonderful with our three girls. She is very reliable, punctual, quick to respond to messages, as well as super flexible with our crazy busy schedule. Our girls warmed up to her from day one which assured to us that she was the right person for our...
Biruh W.
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...
Beverly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.8
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Vernae and I am a social worker with a degree from Howard University and certified postpartum doula, as well as a babysitter. I have been providing childcare services to my community for 7 years and doula services for the past 2 years. I am passionate about serving children...
Vernae can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vernae was a lifesaver! Baby #2 came home from the hospital with a number of complications we hadn’t anticipated. Vernae quietly and quickly got to work, making my care and recovery a priority, taking on household tasks from dishes, laundry, pet care, lunch and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have also been tutoring for six years, and I am now expanding my services and am looking for more customers.
I was a dual enrollment student throughout high school and I graduated with my associate's degree at the age of 17 years old. I am currently a senior in college and am pursuing a degree in Business Administration.
I...
Aminatu C.
Washington, DC
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over 6 years of child care services. Friendly, empathetic and caring personality. I take a different approach with all my kids to best fit each encounter. Safety and satisfaction guaranteed!
Aminatu can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"We posted a job and she responded promptly. We needed her to run an errand for a senior adult, and she did everything as asked. Excellent communication and very personable!"
Dana M.
5.0
(3)
I am a honest, flexible and professional individual who wants to make a difference in people's lives and create a relationship. I have taken care of seniors for 15+ years and open to provide references and contact info of families previously worked for.
Experience includes:
- Companionship and conversation
- Light housekeeping...
Teblez can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I am writing to provide a recommendation for Teblez H (Titi as we call her). She took care of my mother as she died from pancreatic cancer in 2006.
Let me say at the outset that Titi is an angel and I would hire her again in a millisecond. For my mother, she was...
Nancy R.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience.
=>Assist patient when they want to their doctor.
=>Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming..
=>Providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirement; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.
Meka can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Meka is nice, kind and considerate. She is also very caring."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for checking out my bio :). I like to think of myself as a well seasoned caregiver as I have been professionally caregiving since the age of 15. I've worked in a variety of settings for children all the way to geriatric. I've worked as a daycare assistant, nanny, caregiver to the elderly, recreational therapist,...
5.0
"I am a first time mom so finding someone I was comfortable with as well as my daughter (1 y/o) is really important. Regina fit all of my requirements and my daughter loves her she lights up when ever she sees her. I love that I can be away from home and focus what...
Care member
5.0
(1)
HAPPY NEW YEAR PROSPECTIVE PARENTS,
Here are some fun facts about me. I am a college educated individual, who has experience working with multiple age groups. Previously, I worked as a private school teacher and daycare instructor before deciding to return to college in pursuit of a doctoral degree. My expertise includes: all...
5.0
"Very good with kids. My nephew loves her. Super helpful and smart!"
Ashia M.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm Cornelia a highly skilled & experienced child care provider with a passion for ensuring the well-being & happiness of children. With over 10 years of experience, I've honed my skills in providing best care for children of all ages.
I do Date nights, after school care, help with assignment, drop-off, pick-up services,...
Cornelia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"Our girls love spending time with Cornelia! She is nurturing, attentive, and very responsible. We don’t have family here in Texas so it has given us peace of mind knowing we have a dependable sitter and can always call on her and she has become part of the family....
Care member
Intisar B.
Fort Washington, MD
$30/hr • 19 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
My name is Intisar. I've been in child care for 15 years. I have my Bachelors degree in Psychology and Preschool Education. I've worked at several preschools as well as provided Nanny services for multiple families. I' m responsible, hard working, trustworthy, reliable, and caring. As a mother I know how important it is to...
Intisar can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Intisar is kind, competent, generous and great with kids! She can multitask and care for children of all ages— babies to elementary age. I have two energetic boys and she was patient and appropriate during every interaction. Intisar comes to you with my highest...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been watching over children (siblings and younger cousins) since the age of 12. I've worked at a summer camp for five years preparing activities, classes, field trips, and fun time for children from the age of 8 to the age of 16. I've also worked as a baby sitter for a church taking care of, entertaining, and teaching...
Malya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Malya is amazing! We hired her to care for our 11-month old son. She has sat for us on several occasions and each time things went well. Our son who is standoffish with new or unfamiliar people immediately took to her. She is very sweet and kind with him. And I...
Eliana J.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I work at a local elementary private school in Washington, DC. I provide tutoring services for elementary, middle school and special education children.
4.8
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My passion is working with the elderly as well as children! I think it is a blessing to take care of our elders in this community and society. I was listed and licensed as a Maryland child care provider for five years. I love working with children (and I don't mind pets). I volunteer regularly for Bridging Gaps Outreach...
Donna can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Donna has worked with my family for 4+ years. She's cared for my mother with Dementia and my adult autistic sister. Donna is caring, patient, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and very flexible. She's now part of our family and we'll miss her as we relocate to another...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Suitland, MD
Yola L.
5.0
To Whom It May Concern
It is my pleasure to recommend Yolanda L. for employment. Yolanda took wonderful care of my Mom and I can fully vouch for her suitability and ability to work well, especially in personal care capacities and other household duties
Yolanda is an honest and diligent young...
- Chris I.
Cecilia Mariela D.
5.0
Love having Cecilia helping us around the house! We’ve worked with several cleaning services over the last decade and truly none of them compare to Cecilia. Her attention to detail is out of this world and she takes such incredible pride in her work. She once told me a big reason she loves her job...
- Care member
Naomi T.
5.0
Naomi is wonderful. She helped us out on very short notice and took care of our 16 month old for an afternoon. She was prompt in responding to messages, on time for the care window and just has a lovely, calming, patient presence. I was working from home and could hear her talking and playing with...
- Aoife T.
Jasmine B.
5.0
I had the pleasure of meeting Miss. Jasmine B at church over 5 years ago and have had the pleasure of working alongside her in children's church. She is such an inspiration to so many children and adults. Jasmine is highly motivated in her interaction with children and always goes over and beyond...
- Lisa T.
Allison S.
5.0
Allison is a quality care giver with special skills in working with the elderly. Her knowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's diseases makes her an excellent support person not only for the patient but also for the family. Allison is very talented in the kitchen and is a great conversationalist. She...
- Carol B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Suitland, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Suitland, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Suitland, MD, 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 Suitland, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Suitland, MD is $17.60 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 Suitland, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Suitland, MD. 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 Suitland, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Suitland, MD, 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 Suitland, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Suitland, MD, 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.