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Therapy dogs in Alachua, FL
Elayna G.
Alachua, FL
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Over the last year, I cleaned an AirBnb regularly that gets a lot of traction. I cleaned it anywhere from once a week to three times a week, and always got great feedback! That home is being sold now, so I no longer have that on my schedule and would love to find something new! Cleaning AirBnbs is my personal favorite, but I've...
Elayna can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Katsiaryna C.
Alachua, FL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Reliable and detail-oriented housekeeper with a strong commitment to creating clean, organized, and welcoming spaces. With a keen eye for detail and a dedication to ensuring every home is spotless, I offer services including general cleaning, laundry, organizing, and more. I approach every home with care and respect, tailoring...
Katsiaryna can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a mom and virtual school teacher. I work from home, which gives me a lot of flexibility to do other things during the day. I am available to tutor elementary school students in English, Reading, and Math up to 4th grade. I am also available to tutor Middle and High school students in English. I have extensive...
5.0
"Jen is an absolutely stellar caregiver! Not only was she punctual but was great at communicating with me while I was gone. Jen is my go to with my fur babies, I feel so safe leaving them in her care!"
Karley F.
Brenda S.
Gainesville, FL
$15-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Experienced, Education Degreed, Seeking Child Care/Nanny Position. Full/Part Time.
Education and the raising of children has always been of high priority in my life. I believe each individual has a unique potential to excel in their life, with the proper love, guidance, education and focusing of personal skills, aptitudes and desires. I enjoy this process, both in the formal classroom, as one on one service,...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amber and I look forward to meeting your family. I provide sitting services for both children and animals and thoroughly enjoy the work. My experience working with children has been in home, educational, and therapeutic settings including child care facilities, schools, and physical therapy clinics. I've had both...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amber watched our son when he was around 4 months old. We absolutely loved her. She was the first person we felt comfortable having watch our son when we were going back to work. She was so sweet and loving and always sent updates with how the day was going. She...
Ashley B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in child and pet care for 10 years. I love spending time with kids and animals- exploring the outdoors, creating art projects, and playing games are my favorite activities.
I have been a nanny, taught gymnastics, lead art classes, and also a live-in dog sitter. I worked as a house cleaner for a green...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Anna, and so do our kids! She goes above and beyond to ensure good quality care (and a lot of fun) for our three little ones, aged 1, 4 and 6. Knowing they are all in good hands has made returning to work much much easier. Thanks, Anna!"
Lesley A.
Chevelle W.
Gainesville, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
very energetic reliable over 20 years experience love taking care of my elders 24-hour services emergency services
Chevelle can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Lavonna was the best! She was so very kind and attentive to my needs and well being. I will definitely contact them again if the need arises. This entire group of women are amazing - kind, supportive, and understanding! "
Care member
Nyasha M.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
State Certified Early Childhood & Development/Healthcare/Babysitter/Nanny
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Nini!
I'm 25yrs old and I have 10 years paid experience in childcare. I have 5 years experience in healthcare.
I have had such a passion for working with children and the elderly from a very young age. I love to be of service with the skills I possess, it brings me joy.
I definitely can do late weekend evenings...
Nyasha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nini was great with both of my kids (4 yo girl + active 10 mo boy) from the moment she walked in the house. She took my daughter to the park while my son was napping and they had a great time. She played music and sang nursery rhymes and had them both totally...
Madelyn M.
Anna C.
Gainesville, FL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I worked for a year with Green Clean Homes in Gainesville, FL. It was a great experience, and I learned how to clean thoroughly and efficiently with safer products. I absolutely love coming home from work to a organized and clean space, and it is great to provide that service for others!
Anna can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Leshai S.
Gainesville, FL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I'm a very creative and patient person, with a passion for caring for people of all ages. I have over 5 years of experience caring for a number of children ranging in age from infants to teenagers. I also have experience caring for elderly people, some of which have had dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Sundowners, etc. For...
Leshai can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Le'Shai watched my son since he was 4 months old until he was 2, and she's amazing my son loves her."
Aylin M.
5.0
(1)
I have worked in Daycare off and on for years. I started babysitting when I was 14. And have heard from one family I was the best Sitter they ever had. I also worked with Children in the Pre-K School system. Teaching them Occupational Therapy Skills as needed to help them be ready to enter Kindergarten. I have a 16-year-old son...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Makayla, a recent graduate of The University of Alabama with a BA in Sociology and Political Science. I'm moving to Gainesville on June 5th to attend the University of Florida Levin College of Law this August.
I'm passionate about childcare, ensuring your children have a fantastic and safe summer filled with laughter,...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Makayla, came on last minute request to watch my girls. She was amazing, attentive and the girls enjoyed her company. Would definitely hire again!"
Christina D.
Sofia L.
Gainesville, FL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I am Sofia and I am a 22-year-old studying to work in Pediatric Physical Therapy. I am usually very flexible with times, last minute date nights, picking up, watching the child at your house, and anything else that can be more accommodating for you and your child. I am fluent in English and Italian, and can communicate, as...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sofia was so amazing! Our 2 year old daughter absolutely loved when she arrived every morning. Sofia was always punctual and responsible. She assisted with getting our girl back on her routine schedule. She helped with potty training and ensured she was learning...
Tren S.
5.0
(1)
Hello!! I'm a very creative and patient person, with a passion for caring for people of all ages. I have over 5 years of experience caring for a number of children ranging in age from infants to teenagers. I also have experience caring for elderly people, some of which have had dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Sundowners, etc. For...
Leshai can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hired LeShai to watch my great grand father and he expressed that he is receiving the best care he's ever had. I'm so fortunate to have run into LeShai and feel like my great grand father is being taken care of"
Astrid L.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can come to your home and help cook, help with housecleaning, laundry, errands, shopping, transportation to any kind of appointment, and give compassionate and loving companionship. I love providing home caregiving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am...
Debi can also help with: Respite care, personal care
5.0
"Debbie is an awesome person, kind and loving and dedicated. She took great care of my mother until she had to be in hospice care. I would highly recommend Debbie of you need senior care for your loved one."
Michelle P.
Kaley B.
Gainesville, FL
$12-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced, Part-time Babysitter/Caregiver Looking For Weekdays Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Kaley! I'm a doctoral student at the University of Florida in the Occupational Therapy
Program. I want to eventually specialize in pediatrics, given that I love kids. I have my Bachelor's in Family and Child Sciences from Florida State University (graduated May 2020). I grew up with 3 sisters, two of whom are...
Kaley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaley nannied for our 2 boys for about four years. She was always punctual and cheerful. Our boys loved her because she always played and had fun activities for them to do. We are sad that she moved and would definitely recommend her :) "
Ansley F.
Dorothy D.
Gainesville, FL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Elementary School Employee Looking For Summer Position.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I am a Speech Language Pathologist at an elementary school, teaching 3rd-5th graders. I have been taking care of children for the last 15 years, ranging in age from 3 months to 12 years old. I love working with kids, and not just when school is in session. I enjoy nannying during the summers because it offers a bit...
Dorothy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"From the moment Dorothy arrived, her warmth and genuine affection for our children were evident. Her ability to connect with them on a personal level, while still maintaining the necessary boundaries, made our little ones feel comfortable and secure. Beyond her...
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amber and I look forward to meeting your family. I provide sitting services for both children and animals and thoroughly enjoy the work. My experience working with children has been in home, educational, and therapeutic settings including child care facilities, schools, and physical therapy clinics. I've had both...
Amber can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Lauren M.
Gainesville, FL
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a current graduate student at the University of Florida pursing my doctorate in Physical Therapy. I am very outgoing, responsible, kind, and considerate. I know what it means to have a dog sitter who will provide outgoing care. Please feel free to ask any questions or contact me at any time!!
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Natasha P.
Fort White, FL
$14-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Dedicated And Reliable Sitter, With A Passion For Service Training
I've grown up with dogs my whole life and currently have two dogs of my own.
I also have an interest in dog training/service dog training and have done lots of research on the topic as well as putting it into practice!
I've taken care of cats for a friend for a few years, as well as having a lot of experience working with...
Natasha can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Alachua, FL
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jen is an absolutely stellar caregiver! Not only was she punctual but was great at communicating with me while I was gone. Jen is my go to with my fur babies, I feel so safe leaving them in her care!
- Karley F.
Amber P.
5.0
My kids loved their time with Amber. She was great with my 7 and 10 year old. She played lots of games together and they ask for her to come back and watch them again.
- Megan S.
Anna C.
5.0
We love Anna, and so do our kids! She goes above and beyond to ensure good quality care (and a lot of fun) for our three little ones, aged 1, 4 and 6. Knowing they are all in good hands has made returning to work much much easier. Thanks, Anna!
- Lesley A.
Chevelle W.
5.0
Lavonna was the best! She was so very kind and attentive to my needs and well being. I will definitely contact them again if the need arises. This entire group of women are amazing - kind, supportive, and understanding!
- Care member
Nyasha M.
5.0
Nini was great with both of my kids (4 yo girl + active 10 mo boy) from the moment she walked in the house. She took my daughter to the park while my son was napping and they had a great time. She played music and sang nursery rhymes and had them both totally engaged, happy, singing, dancing,...
- Madelyn M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Alachua, FL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Alachua, FL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Alachua, FL, 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 Alachua, FL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Alachua, FL is $22.50 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 Alachua, FL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Alachua, FL. 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 Alachua, FL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Alachua, FL, 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 Alachua, FL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Alachua, FL, 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.