Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Upper Darby, PA
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Find therapy dogs in Upper Darby, PA that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Upper Darby, PA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Upper Darby, PA
Madison A.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison, and I am seeking a full time nanny position within 30 minutes of West Philadelphia starting in July 2023. I hold a Bachelors degree in Communications from Northeastern University and am currently pursuing a Masters in Art Therapy. I have several work experiences with children, including 2 years as a...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Madison was amazing with our toddler daughter. They always had the best time and did outings and activities together. My daughter called Madison her best friend! We love Madison and would highly recommend her to other families. "
Cornelia G.
Maddison S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I have been babysitting for 11 years, have a clean driving record, and have all of my clearances. I am in the masters of occupational therapy program at Saint Joseph's Univeristy and plan on working with children who have disabilities. I previously worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician, working with kids who...
Maddison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddison watched our 10 month old son for a few days/nights while we were on a family vacation at the beach. We absolutely loved her and our son adored her. She was punctual, dependable and so kind. She kept our curious son occupied, which is a hard thing to do! We...
Kristy P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name's Samantha and I am 25 years old living in Chester County. I spent 2. 5 years as a preschool teacher at the Ridley YMCA from 2018 to 2020. While I was working at the YMCA, I also worked as a commercial custodian and housekeeper. I started including cleaning services into my babysitting and nanny offering because...
Samantha can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Samantha was prompt, friendly, loves animals. She listened to what my goal was for today. Very pleasant & thorough. Did a great job!
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Margaret R.
5.0
(30)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Detailed oriented focused professional with over 30 years experience. My Reputation stands on my reviews and references. Need a break from the weekly routine of cleaning? I offer weekly, bi weekly, monthly services. Whatever suits your needs. How about a loved one who is struggling with the daily physical activities of living?...
Lori can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Lori did a wonderful job! Highly recommend"
John W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Available for organizing projects! For childcare see my availability calendar!
Will be available for a full time position in April/May 2025.
Hi parents, my name is Gessica and I am an experienced nanny/home organizer. Located in Fishtown area.
- 12 years experience working with kids, 9 years as a full-time nanny
- have...
Gessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gess is an absolutely wonderful human being. Our kids took to her so quickly & grew very fond of her. You couldn't ask for a better person to watch over your children. She is kind & very hands-on with them. Our son who is two has a great deal of separation...
Cherie A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rosemary, and I am a seasoned childcare provider with experience in the nursery and kindergarten classroom as well as a decade of private babysitting for infants through tweens. My childcare practice is informed not only by years of experience but by studying child psychology through my social work masters, which I...
Rosemary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rosie is wonderful with our children. They are always happy to see her. She has fed them, put them to bed, and completed amazingly creative art projects with them. We highly recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Aubrey and I'm here to help others in my community with the skills I've acquired through schooling and life! I've had a wide range of customer service jobs in my youth along with a B. S. in interior design. I worked for 4 years in the commercial design industry before pivoting to working at a local recycling company. From...
Aubrey can also help with: General room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning
5.0
"We use Aubrey for cleaning. She was on time, efficient, nice, and dependable. I will use her again and highly recommend!"
Gabby W.
Amber M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved children. I spent two years teaching art to K-8th graders, three years as the Lead Teacher of an infant and toddler program at a Montessori School, and a year as a nanny before coming back to Philadelphia to attend Tyler School of Art where I've spent two more years nannying.
I think its important to nurture...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I hired Amber to care for our then 2 year old daughter in our home while we were at work. Our daughter instantly loved her and always looked forward to their time together. Amber was wonderful in keeping her engaged in outside play, art, and...
Caitlin M.
5.0
(1)
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking full time employment in Human Services. Knowledge base includes medical coding and billing, clerical, filing, HIPPA regulations. Experienced in health care settings, providing services to a diverse population for the past 20 years. I have worked with Alzheimer, Dementia, Hospice...
Janelle M.
Philadelphia, PA
$28-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Janelle. I am an alumna of Temple University with a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation and the University of Pittsburgh with a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I am a people person, with a special love for children of all ages and backgrounds. I believe it is important to make a positive impact on...
Janelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Janelle has been regularly babysitting our infant son for about 3 months. She is reliable and punctual. She communicates well as we arrange babysitting. She has proven to be professional, comfortable, and confident when caring for our son, even when he was just 4...
Sarah S.
Walailak D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 7. 5 years childcare experience. I'm comfortable taking care of infants, toddlers and preschool ages.
EDUCATION:
- I am currently a student at CCP majoring in Respiratory Care Therapy major in this upcoming fall semester
- I have a bachelor's degree from Thailand
EXPERIENCE:
- I have 7. 5 years of full-time nanny...
Walailak can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Walailak (aka Queen) has been our nanny for our twin boys for the last two years since they were tiny premature babies to the big, healthy 2 year old boys they are now. We are sadly moving out of the city to more space and are thus losing our beloved Queen. She is...
Lilli C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
44-year-old single mother of 4/Early Childhood Educator with over 20 years of experience helping parents to raise happy, well rounded children.
I retired from child care last year to pursue a new business venture working with plants & flowers. My business is called Horticulture, located in the Brewerytown section of North...
Bahjah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Words alone can not describe how grateful we are to have met Bahaja. She was a wonderful caregiver to my two boys (newborn and 20month old). She was great at implementing my parenting style with the boys but also mixing her own childcare experience. My boys loves...
Malinda J.
Bernadette M.
Wallingford, PA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.9
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate, honest, reliable, friendly and patient Nanny. Energetic and professional, I love to sing and dance. I am able to help with homework and Legos are my thing.
Willing and able to work overtime and at your service when you need me. Ms B here to make parenting a lot easier.
Bernadette can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Bernadette is a kind and caring person who is invested in children. She engages with our children well and treats them as her own. She drives them to school and activities. She is also willing to do light cleaning around the house. "
Alisa C.
4.2
(8)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
With a great love for children, I have over 20 years of child care experience and I am a professional artist with a Masters degree in Art Therapy. I've cared for male and female children, ages 1 1/2 to 11, for several years in each family, since I have lived in the area. I find that children inspire me creatively and I inspire...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura was wonderful with our two boys. Followed all bedtime instructions. Thanks again!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 26-year-old college graduate who recently moved to Manayunk, and I'm looking for a summer position with the potential to continue into the fall. I'm a certified yoga instructor with aspirations to go back to school to obtain a Masters Degree in Yoga Therapy. After graduating from Washington University in St. Louis in 2017...
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meredith is great! She has a warm and comfortable way with our boys, even when they aren't at their best. She is reliable and we are always glad to see her. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend."
Hillary E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Victoria and I am a senior psychology major at West Chester University! I started babysitting when I was 14 for multiple families and children ranging from 0-14. I have 5 younger siblings so I have plenty of capability when it comes to taking care of multiple children at a time!
In high school, I took child...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!"
Kim G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...
5.0
"Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the...
Karen R.
Shannon F.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Nurturing, Creative, & COVID-safe Nanny With 7 Years Of Experience!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Shannon! I'm a creative and fun-loving nanny who's giddy to help your family!!
Since graduating with a BFA in Theater, nannying has been my primary source of income. I've watched children from ages 5 mo-10 years. I am extremely clean and responsible and pride myself in maintaining a healthy, loving, and...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super reliable, friendly, and professional. My two toddlers loved Shannon!"
Nick G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Scottie and I am a 20-year-old sophomore at Boston College studying Political Science and Journalism. I typically live in Boston, however, I am living at home until the beginning of February 2021. I was born and raised in Villanova and attended the Episcopal Academy for 14 years, graduating in 2019. I am in...
Winfield can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Scottie is amazing! She is very responsible, energetic, helpful, and best of all, communicative. She has been an amazing support system for our family (we have 2 girls - 3yo and 11mo) and always went above and beyond whenever she had a free moment (laundry, dog...
Caroline C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a stay at home mom and part-time worker at an academic institution. To pay my daughter's the high cost College tuition payment I started helping families in need as housekeeper, baby sitter and elder care since 2008.
I am meticulous, a detail oriented old fashioned. I am highly skilled in cleaning and organizing...
Munhtuya can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"I agree that Tuya is a meticulous house cleaner. I previously used a housecleaning service and did not achieve the results that she routinely offered. Moreover, she is trustworthy and easily passed a thorough background check with a staffing agency. She was also...
Julie K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Upper Darby, PA
Madison A.
5.0
Madison was amazing with our toddler daughter. They always had the best time and did outings and activities together. My daughter called Madison her best friend! We love Madison and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Cornelia G.
Maddison S.
5.0
Maddison watched our 10 month old son for a few days/nights while we were on a family vacation at the beach. We absolutely loved her and our son adored her. She was punctual, dependable and so kind. She kept our curious son occupied, which is a hard thing to do! We highly recommend her!
- Kristy P.
Samantha K.
5.0
Samantha was prompt, friendly, loves animals. She listened to what my goal was for today. Very pleasant & thorough. Did a great job!
- Margaret R.
Lori B.
5.0
We just hired Lori to help clean and cook for my elderly parents. Today was her first day and she deep cleaned all of the bathrooms and started to clean the kitchen! Boy is she efficient! She has great attention to detail and the bathrooms are sparkling clean. Her communication was excellent...
- Abigail S.
Gessica C.
5.0
Gessica has helped us a number of times with our toddler and infant and she is simply the best! She has such a calm energy and brings that to caring for children. She is great with both babies and toddlers!
- Mara E.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Upper Darby, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Upper Darby, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Upper Darby, 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 Upper Darby, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Upper Darby, PA is $22.54 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 Upper Darby, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Upper Darby, 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 Upper Darby, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Upper Darby, 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 Upper Darby, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Upper Darby, 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.