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Therapy dogs in Yarmouth, ME
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
- Only currently available for weeknight and weekend services -
Hi there! My name is Corinne! I am in the Westbrook/Portland ME area. I currently work for SMHC as an inpatient behavioral therapist. I graduated from Lesley University with my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Music Therapy. I have been...
Corinne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for an out of town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even sent updates throughout the evening. Would 100% have her...
Care member
Linda S.
Auburn, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Educated Social Services Professional/Certified End Of Life Doula (but I'm Fun, Too!)
5.0
(1)
As an older adult who's always been the "original Energizer bunny", I decided to slow my daily pace a bit.
Offering help & supports to other seniors is a natural fit; I started my work life as a nurse's aid as a teenager, grew up with grandparents on our home, and served on SeniorsPlus board for 8 years. My undergrad degree is...
Linda can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linda is an incredible lady, she is kind, respectful, and cares about her work. We have used Linda on multiple occasions and we would recommend her to anyone."
Ashley R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working both with live-in and live-out nanny positions, as well as private and public school settings. These positions I have worked with a variety of children and individuals with diverse learning, emotional and attention needs.
My joy in interacting with people and engaging in positive life experiences...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was wonderful in caring for my son! She is thoughtful, kind, and knowledgeable. She sought out fun activities that my son would enjoy. She was also very communicative about timing, availability, etc. I recommend working with her! "
Care member
Taylor S.
Lewiston, ME
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being the second oldest of a family of eight, you could definitely say I have experience caring for children! My love for my siblings grew to a love and special appreciation for children as a whole. I was employed at a childcare center for two years where I worked with children from school age to infants, and became CPR...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taylor was amazing with our kids! I have a 6 year old and an almost 2 year old and they both loved her. She fed them dinner and put both kids to bed with no issues. She was also very tidy. She cleaned up after dinner as well as cleaned the living room after the...
Tessa K.
Gabrielle C.
Windham, ME
$24-25/hr
Experienced And Caring Pet Sitter Providing In-Home Services And Drop-In Visits
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Gabby, and I am a reliable and compassionate pet sitter offering in-home pet sitting and drop-in visits for your furry friends. With a lifelong love for animals, I have experience caring for various pets, including dogs, cats, and small animals.
My services include:
- In-home pet sitting: I will stay at...
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"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 she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every...
Modupe C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am currently living in the Myrtle Beach area. I graduated with my masters degree in occupational therapy back in 2019. I have worked with elderly people since I was a child. I love spending time with them and learning about their lives, hearing all of their stories, and making them feel young again!...
Kylie can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kylie is kind and caring. She is patient and friendly. Kylie is a hard worker who is richly talented and a quick learner. I truly believe that Kylie would be a great employee in any situation, and I would trust her to care for any child."
Susan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a personal services and care provider for the last 20 years with a focus on child care and household management. I have had the pleasure of working for several families in the southern Maine area, providing housekeeping, meal prep, animal care, and running errands to help make their lives a little easier. I have...
Shawna can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Shawna is consistent and reliable and does a lovely job cleaning. She accommodated my request for non-toxic cleaning products. Also very tolerant of my two dogs following her around!"
Jennifer L.
5.0
(1)
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: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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.
Shawna F.
Raymond, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver And Future LPN Available For Senior Care
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I have been a professional caregiver and household manager for the past 20 years. I am a 39-year-old single girl and have a deep affection for the senior population... they have always tugged at my heart strings :-) I am in the process of pursuing my education to become an LPN. I am currently CPR and first aid certified...
Shawna can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I have never met this person although I'm sure she's lovely.
Care. Com keeps sending me reviews dispute the fact that I have never met anyone."
Ann C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Shauwna. I am looking for a senior caregiver position in Maine. I am committed to being a qualified, disciplined person. I have my own transportation!
Service Abilities:
I will take care of personal care, simple dressing, and respite work. Meal prep, errands as well as housekeeping, help care for pets and also...
Shauwna can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Shawna for our mom after hip surgery. Shawna is an excellent caregiver and companion for our mom. She keeps a daily log of what they do together and mom considers her to be a friend which makes us very happy. "
Betty Jo B.
I'm an animal lover... wellness advocate, personal assistant and pet loving professional. I provide personal services, yoga therapy, nutritional education, physical fitness and am a sincere caretaker; insightful & intuitive! I'm intelligent, responsible, safe, loving, playful, and progressive. Your mind and heart will be...
Kellyann can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a personal assistant with a professional background. I provide personal services in the home and professional assistance pertaining to business. I've have extensive experience in both professions. I also provide yoga therapy, nutritional education, physical fitness and am a sincere caretaker; insightful & intuitive! Your...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I provide dog sitting in my home and have experience boarding and walking dogs. I have my own dog who loves to play with other dogs and children.
Thank you for your consideration.
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...
Jane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a very patient, caring, energetic pet sitter and walker. I provide service in your home or outdoors. I have many years of personal experience working around pets, as well as simply spending time with them. I've worked around various dog breeds along with various cat breeds, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, and other pets. I am a...
Abigail can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Erin T.
Raymond, ME
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your own home, as well as dog walking or short hikes. I have 6 years of experience working at various boarding, daycare, and training facilities in Montana. I've worked with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments in my time there. I have aided in caring for, and sometimes training, dogs with...
Erin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
I've always lived in a house full of animals from dogs, cats, birds, snakes, rabbits, hamsters. you name it! I'm extremely passionate for providing calm, attentive, flexible care for pets of any kind! I'm looking to provide pet sitting and walking services!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Yarmouth, ME
Corinne W.
5.0
Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for an out of town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even sent updates throughout the evening. Would 100% have her again.
- Care member
Linda S.
5.0
Linda is an incredible lady, she is kind, respectful, and cares about her work. We have used Linda on multiple occasions and we would recommend her to anyone.
- Ashley R.
Amanda H.
5.0
Amanda was wonderful in caring for my son! She is thoughtful, kind, and knowledgeable. She sought out fun activities that my son would enjoy. She was also very communicative about timing, availability, etc. I recommend working with her!
- Care member
Taylor S.
5.0
Taylor was amazing with our kids! I have a 6 year old and an almost 2 year old and they both loved her. She fed them dinner and put both kids to bed with no issues. She was also very tidy. She cleaned up after dinner as well as cleaned the living room after the kids showed her ALL the games and...
- Tessa K.
Jane E.
5.0
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 she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every summer/holiday she is available :)
- Modupe C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Yarmouth, ME
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Yarmouth, ME?
To find a therapy dog near you in Yarmouth, 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 Yarmouth, ME?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Yarmouth, ME is $17.00 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Yarmouth, ME?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Yarmouth, 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 Yarmouth, ME receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Yarmouth, 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 Yarmouth, ME help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Yarmouth, 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.