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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & 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 3 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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & 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, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning
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!)
4.1
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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: Carpet cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Brittany is awesome! She shows up and works hard and she's excellent at communicating, whether it's about our cleaning needs or setting a schedule. We've had her clean two of our properties and have been very happy with her work. Oh, and she's also great with kids...
Cheri M.
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: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
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...
Brook M.
5.0
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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: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Love Tiffany's upbeat and positive personality. Also her willingness to work at whatever I ask of her from assisting with safe showering, washing my hair, vacuuming my home, changing my bedsheets, laundry etc. Tiffany has also been willing to act as my personal...
Megan P.
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, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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
Kelly P.
McKinleyville, CA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For Evening And Weekend Hours - Can Care For Children W/ Special Needs.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked professionally providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I am currently a social worker providing service to adults with disabilities.
I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages and can get along with just about any family and kiddo. I...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I do my absolute best to meet my partners where they are, and to make taking the next step forward feel fun, or silly, or cool, or weird, or at the very least lame. Because whatever it is, it's not impossible.
I've done informal tutoring in bits and pieces since high school, but my primary experience is in natural history...
Hi name is Justin I enjoy helping people and caring for others. I'm ihss, and first aid certified and make caring for others a priority. I specialize in meal prep , housekeeping, and various other caregiving and housekeeping services. Send me a message if you want to work with me.
Justin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello! I have worked professionally providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I am currently a social worker providing service to adults with disabilities.
My experience includes working as a play based therapist for children with autism and developmental disabilities for 8...
Hi name is Justin I enjoy helping people and caring for others. I'm ihss, and first aid certified and make caring for others a priority. I specialize in meal prep , housekeeping, and various other caregiving and housekeeping services. Send me a message if you want to work with me.
Justin can also help with: Move-out cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Alexandra! I am 28 years old, few months away from turning 29! I recently became a new mom to a beautiful baby boy! I'm looking for a family or 1 time jobs to help out with child care! I would prefer if we could use my apartment for the babysitting, just due to having all my sons stuff here (his crib,...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I provide animal sitting and/or pet care needs. I am very experienced with all kinds of dogs and cats, but have also cared for rabbits and have some experience with horses, pigs, and goats. I love all animals and have owned cats, dogs, and rabbits my entire life and have lifelong experience with those particular pets. I...
Cassidy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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: Boarding, pet sitting, pet 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 $20.40 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.