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Therapy dogs in Chester, PA
Jenny L.
Chester, PA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi everyone! As an avid animal lover, I offer my dedicated pet-sitting services with a commitment to the well-being and happiness of your beloved companions. Possessing a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle, I understand the importance of flexibility in catering to the diverse needs of your pets. I have...
Eunice M.
Chester, PA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I work with elderly people. I provide quality services for the elderly with intellectual, physical and health challenges. I assist them with their every day living needs, cooking, cleaning etc.
Specialized Services Available
. Medication Management
. Mobility Assistance
. Assistance with Bathing
. Assistance with...
Eunice can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Tatiana U.
Chester, PA
$10-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a professional pet sitter with extensive experience and a deep love for all animals. For years, I have provided reliable and loving service, ensuring that every pet receives the care and attention they need. I understand that your pet is part of your family, and my top priority is to provide a safe and comfortable...
Tatiana can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello !! My name is Leiyana and I provide cleaning and dog sitting services. Growing up back home, I'd always find ways to make extra money and cleaning was just something I was good at. Although I never grew up with a dog, I'm a proud dog mom myself of 2 fur balls and trust me when I say there's nothing I haven't seen.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi Friends :) ! My name is Amanda and I have a full time job at Children's Hospital as a Systems Analyst. I work from home and I am getting back into dog walking/sitting to get out. I have several years experience. My mom owns a dog grooming salon in Ridley Park (Puppy Kutz) and my aunt owns one in Norwoood (Poochies Dog...
Amanda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"friendly, flexible, willing to adapt schedules if needed. my dog waits at the door about half hour before she is due to arrive. Dogs are good judge of people, they know who treats them well. "
Lisa S.
Brenda W.
Darby, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
- I have a passion for helping others and will care for your loved one just like my own.
- I was employee of month 2017 and 2018 and on VIP list of Top Notch Caregivers.
- I have experience with bathing, incontinence, feeding, medication management; mobility, ambulation, fall-risks, clients with Alzheimer's/dementia, transfers,...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Brenda helped me at a very serious time in my life when my mother was gravely ill. She helped to bathe my mother, feed my mother drove, my mother and become company for my mother.
Because of Brenda, I was able to have somewhat a decent quality of life as the...
Jacqui C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, Penn State Graduate/PA licensed occupational therapist assistant providing quality care for seniors. I have provided assistance with ADLs, ambulation and home therapy routines; medication reminders, transportation to appointments, house keeping, and meals as well as companionship. I have great references and have...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, home modification
5.0
"Sarah is very good about caring for her clients.
She has a nice way of having her clients follow her directions. She keeps family members advised regarding her client's actions when she is with them. I really enjoy having Sarah in my home taking care of my...
Elaine M.
Shaunakay D.
Upper Darby, PA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Professional Home Health Aide/CNA with over 2 years of experience assisting patients with daily living and personal care services. Physically strong, with high level of patience and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, clear understanding of best practices in home health care, and knowledge of basic medical...
Shaunakay can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, specialized care
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shauna is very professional and reliable. She did a wonderful job with my grandmother, it has been an honor to work with her."
Care member
5.0
(6)
I have been caring for elderly clients for over 18 years as an independent business owner. I bring a high level of compassion and respect to my clients. The list of services provided continue to grow based on client needs. Truly wonderful friendships have developed from my work and I feel that I can make a difference in a...
Beth can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, visiting physician, dementia, personal care
5.0
"My siblings and I hired Beth in August of 2019.
At that time, we were in need of someone to assist our elderly father in his own home for a couple of hours a day, several days a week. Our needs were specific, mainly driving him on small errands, (which included...
Annette M.
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, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Tuya has been working with our family as a housekeeper for over a year. She is hard-working, thorough, dependable, and detail-oriented - she cleans our home as if it were her own, and leaves our house looking spotless. She is also very caring and considerate. We...
Jackelyn B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Excellent 5 star reviews! Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. As well as Certified End of Life Doula. I am extremely reliable. I am a very gentle/compassionate caregiver. I pride myself at treating my clients as if they were my own family member. I will go above and beyond the call of duty for every client and family that...
Elaina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"I cannot say enough positive about Elaina who cared for my mother over the last year, and through 4 days on hospice and her final days. Her compassion and knowledge equaled or surpassed that of the hospice staff, Who were also a godsend.
Not only did she...
Donna O.
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: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom 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!
"
Margaret R.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Bernadette was our nanny for a couple years, and she was wonderful! My daughter was 3 when she started with us and then soon after we had a newborn. Bernadette cared for both kids and they absolutely loved her. She kept the kids active, fed them healthy meals,...
Megan Z.
Barbara M.
Glenolden, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny Is Available, Full Time Is Available If Needed, I'm Flexible
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience providing childcare services to children of all ages, including twins, for the past 23 years. I am currently interested in an opportunity with a family in need of my experience on part/full time basis. I am kindhearted/outgoing along with being comfortable around pets. I am CPR certified and have my own...
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Barb babysat both of my daughters from the ages of 5 months until they entered preschool. While in the care of Barb, my daughters experienced an environment of warmth and kindness. My daughters would run to her door every morning and would cry most afternoons when...
Tracy T.
5.0
(1)
Getting older and watching those around us age or experience the curveballs that life throws us isn't easy some days, some more than others.
From volunteering in a senior living facility at a young age, to my professional career helping design those spaces, my own personal experience with the journey and loss of each of my...
Katelynn can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Katelynn is extremely kind and caring. She shares her positive spirit and glowing personality with everyone around her both people and pets."
Alexandra B.
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...
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and they look forward to seeing her. She can easily entertain all 3 kids, and she notices their best qualities. Linda...
Shamita C.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I have been a very long time care giver 20 plus years caring for the Elderly To assist and help you to be able to stay in your own home I will do the best I can to meet your needs I am easy to talk to and a great listener and hope to find someone near my area that needs a good and trusting senior care giver I live in North...
Dee can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Dee took care of my Aunt for 6 years. Dee is absolutely amazing, she is reliable, dependable, and ca ring. Dee was great with my Aunt, who struggled with mobility, not able to dress, bath or put her meals together. Dee was very patient with her, and was also a...
Cheryl V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Loving Nanny who's been in the field of working with children for 18+ years. I've worked for the School District of Philadelphia as a classroom assistant for special needs children. Department of Human services as an office manager for low income Children and Department of Parks & Recreation where I was a director for at risk...
Lela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Lela was our nanny for about a year from the time our son was 5 months old to 17 months old. She is extremely patient, energetic, creative, and kind. Lela planned enriching activities such as arts/crafts and playground time for our son, helped him progress with his...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chester, PA
Amanda S.
5.0
Amanda is amazing! I have two cats (one with special medical needs) and occasionally travel for business. My cats warmed up to her right away! She is accommodating, flexible, and truly loves animals. I would recommend Amanda's services to everyone!
Thank you, Amanda! :)
- Vanessa T.
Brenda W.
5.0
Brenda helped me at a very serious time in my life when my mother was gravely ill. She helped to bathe my mother, feed my mother drove, my mother and become company for my mother.
Because of Brenda, I was able to have somewhat a decent quality of life as the only child able to care for my...
- Jacqui C.
Sarah F.
5.0
Sarah is professional, dependable and very caring. We set up a meeting first to see if it was a great fit and Sarah immediately demonstrated compassion and understanding for my father's care needs. Since she started, she always goes the extra mile to ensure my dad has care with dignity and his...
- Daisy W.
Shaunakay D.
5.0
Shauna is very professional and reliable. She did a wonderful job with my grandmother, it has been an honor to work with her.
- Care member
Beth P.
5.0
Beth is not only a wonderful aide and advocate to my parents, she has also become a very good friend to my mom and dad. She has been my families life saver. Beth is very good at understanding what needs to get done and just making it happen. She is a no nonsense, get right to the point person,...
- Laura S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chester, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Chester, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Chester, 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 Chester, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chester, PA is $16.75 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 Chester, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chester, 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 Chester, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Chester, 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 Chester, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chester, 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.