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For the past 8 years, I have been providing behavior support services to individuals with a variety of developmental disabilities working as an Adv. Behavior Technician and Program Manager for an agency in Eureka. Overall, I have helped a number of children graduate the program and many families' improve their happiness and...
Kelsey G.
Arcata, CA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a grad student working towards a masters in marriage and family therapy. I'm looking for part time work to support myself while finishing up school. Providing adults with a supportive, trusting, safe, mutual relationship is a big reason I am drawn to becoming a therapist. I have experience working with adults with physical...
Kelsey can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
Kelsey G.
Arcata, CA
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a grad student working towards a masters in marriage and family therapy. I'm looking for part time work to support myself while finishing up school. Providing kids and adults alike with a supportive, trusting, safe environment is a big reason I am drawn to becoming a therapist. I have experience working with kids of all...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Folks,
I was a student attending Humboldt State University and majoring in psychology with a minor in child development. I am now working as a behavioral technician for a company called Autism Learning Partners where I do at home behavioral therapy for children with developmental disabilities (mostly autism). I have a big...
Jackie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Amanda B.
Arcata, CA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Amanda. I am offering babysitting and nanny services while I open a small business. It's taking some time to get off the ground. I have experience working with children of all ages and abilities. No matter what age or stage your child is at, chances are I have experienced it. I am passionate about supporting...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Madelyn J.
Arcata, CA
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Madelyn, I have gotten experience professional cleaning for just as long as I can remember but specifically over the past three years. Growing up I would help my mom clean dentists offices, as well as help friends clean Airbnbs. I now clean Airbnbs independently as well as offer home cleaning and organization...
Madelyn can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Description:
Hi there nice to meet you! My name is maggie and I am searching for a babysitting position here in Arcata, or in the surrounding area. I am a careful, exceptional individual and can alter my schedule to meet your needs. I have taken care of children my entire life, or for over 12 years, and have learned many things...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am offering Earthy/Waldorf-inspired, nanny-childcare!
Surrounding in the elements and joys of nature, arts and crafts, color, cooking, home life and purposefulness, singing, music, gardening, daily rhythm, connection to Earth and spirit, empathy, relationship and self-building, imaginative play, movement and more :)
I have...
Misha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Personal Assistant/Project Manager available. I am smart, fast-paced, good-humored (fun to be around) and capable. I can handle projects, errands, kids, organizing, light cleaning and easy cooking. I have worked as a producer of art and circus shows at a major music festival, booked and hosted artists for events, been a...
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I also have extensive experience dealing with learning disabilities, autism, and behavioral issues.
I love kids and animals and enjoy engaging with them. I enjoy teaching children daily living skills, as well as how to explore their world. I enjoy planning and supervising outings.
An excellent driver with a spotless record, I...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Paula is awesome! Great communication, always punctual. Eager to go the extra mile to provide great service. We give her the highest recommendation!"
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in house cleaning as I clean rentals. My work is efficient, clean, organized, detailed and have always liked to leave my clients happy with the service I offer. I have a flexible schedule and will be happy to start as soon as you need me. I Hope to hear back from you soon! Thank you!!
Sara can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization
5.0
"Sara is fabulous :) Our house was pretty messy when she started, so she began with two days of deep cleaning. Now every week she does basic cleaning and ticks a few items off our "deep-cleaning" list. She arrives on time and works hard, and the house is beautiful...
Meg C.
Brittany M.
Eureka, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Reliable Housekeeper (other Services Available, Also!)
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Like most people in this world, I'm simply trying to create a life for myself and to provide for my two teenage sons. I am a dedicated, hardworking, and and energetic individual who enjoys helping others. I find cleaning to be quite relaxing, and take great pride in my work. I do my best to make sure that each client is...
Brittany can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Very thorough, great care of pets, left house clean and tidy."
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started my caregiving career in 1989 starting with a couple in their home and knew I wanted to continue caregiving as my career because I love helping people and making a positive impact in their lives. I've work a lot with clients who have dementia as well as many other disabilities, and have worked with agencies but decided...
Patrice can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Patrice was hired to help my mother as her dementia began to get progressively worse and my mother did not want to leave her home. She was caring, helpful, and treated my mother very well. My Mom was not liking having someone come to the house but Patrice kept...
Susan S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion for caregiving started with my grandmother. I lived with her throughout her 80s and 90s and experienced the ins-and-outs of caring for an elderly/ailing person. The last few years of her life (she lived to 99) I was very much by her side for whatever she needed. In addition to the caring for my grandmother, I have 3...
Tiffany can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tiffany is so kind and competent. She really cares and goes above and beyond, especially with all of our earthquakes! I'm really glad we have her on our care team :)"
Casey A.
Hi, I have been working with dogs and cats since I was 17, including working for multiple doggy day cars and pet resorts, animal hospitals, and have been using an app based pet walking and sitting service since I was 18. I have grown up with lots of different animals including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, hamsters, fish, rats,...
Kinsley can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, dog training
Hello, my name is Marlee! I have always loved animals and would be thrilled to help out with your furry (or scaly) friends. I have two lovely cats and a sweet bearded dragon. Growing up, my family always had dogs, so I am very comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and have watched dogs as small as chihuahuas and as big as...
Marlee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I've owned several dogs and cats over my lifetime and have always had a deep affinity and connection with animals of all sorts. Have lived in Humboldt for 36 years and have excellent local references.
James can also help with: Pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I am currently pursuing graduate studies in behavior analysis and am seeking flexible employment opportunities. I am considering a potential career in dog training in the future.
My experience primarily involves handling small dogs; however, I am eager to gain more experience working with different animals.
Having completed...
Jeanavy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a retired social worker who loves animals. A pet owner all of my life I have had dogs, cats, a rat, a kinkajou, a rescue bird, snakes, a turtle, hamsters, hermit crabs, and fish. I have tamed 3 feral cats and helped train a service dog. I hope you will consider me; I'd love to meet your pets.
I can provide a recent...
Paula can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
Paula H.
Eureka, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I AM NO LONGER PROVIDING SENIOR CARE SERVICES.
A retired social worker and trained Work-Place First Aider, I have extensive personal and professional experience in elder and end-of-life caregiving. The sole caregiver to my mother the last decade of her life, I also had primary responsibility for managing my father's care during...
Paula can also help with: Errands, transportation
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Arcata, CA
Paula H.
5.0
Paula is a wonderful carer and fun companion for my little two month old daughter. I trust her completely and admire her punctuality, strength, dedication and the joy she takes in the job. I love getting the photos and video updates Paula sends me during her carer time. I always receive a text...
- Rebecca M.
Sara G.
5.0
Sara is fabulous :) Our house was pretty messy when she started, so she began with two days of deep cleaning. Now every week she does basic cleaning and ticks a few items off our "deep-cleaning" list. She arrives on time and works hard, and the house is beautiful when she's done :) On a personal...
- Meg C.
Brittany M.
5.0
Very thorough, great care of pets, left house clean and tidy.
- Care member
Patrice B.
5.0
We hired Patrice to help our dad (an older recent-amputee with various health problems) who needed some assistance getting up and going out for walk a few times a week. She has been so helpful, and wonderful to be around, that he asked her to come every day. :) He is unable to drive, and she drives...
- Brook M.
Tiffany B.
5.0
Tiffany is so kind and competent. She really cares and goes above and beyond, especially with all of our earthquakes! I'm really glad we have her on our care team :)
- Casey A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Arcata, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Arcata, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Arcata, CA, 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 Arcata, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Arcata, CA is $19.67 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 Arcata, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Arcata, CA. 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 Arcata, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Arcata, CA, 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 Arcata, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Arcata, CA, 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.