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Sabrina F.
Chesterfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently in graduate school for Physical Therapy. I am starting my full time clinical rotations and am looking for fun work on the side. I have a golden retriever and love animals. I look forward to working with you :)
Sabrina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Whitney H.
Easthampton, MA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher With Flexible Schedule- Available Weekdays, Weeknights, And Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I'm Whitney, I'm 29 and live in Northampton. I have been a preschool teacher for 8 years.
I am about to graduate with a Master's in Early childhood education, as well!
***21 per hour but negotiable depending on ages and number of children.
I am searching for summer work as well as late nights/date night care....
Whitney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Whitney has been absolutely wonderful this summer!
Besides being punctual & dependable she's also very flexible if the day didn't turn out as planned.
Whitney has been with my two toddlers for the summer & they absolutely love her. My kids are very outgoing...
Care member
I bring expertise in helping young students develop fine and gross motor skills, organize and regulate themselves for work, and adapting/modifying work for students to succeed. I work in the area of related services/special education and have extensive experience with special needs/neurodiverse students. Prior to this, I was a...
For 11 years I worked at the Center for Extended Care as a certified Nurses Assistant on the physical rehab, Alzheimer, and long tern units. My job included assisting treatment nurses with patient's specialized treatments and to give physical therapy in accordance with the Physical Therapist's orders.
I have had special...
Donna can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care
Gabrielle C.
Plainfield, MA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Gabrielle, a dedicated housecleaning professional who loves turning houses into spotless, comfortable homes. With a strong eye for detail and a passion for cleanliness, I take the time to understand what each client needs and tailor my services to meet those expectations. Whether it's a one-time deep clean or regular...
Gabrielle can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Hello, my name is Natasha B. I am 25 years old, live in Charlemont, MA, and have 10+ years of experience caring\working with children between the ages of 2-11 years old. I am currently completing my master of occupational therapy from Bay Path University; I intend to graduate in May of 2022. I have begun my clinical portion of...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Matt. I am an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a B. A. in English from Clark University. With extensive experience in elementary education, I specialize in providing tailored, engaging tutoring services for students in grades K-6. My background includes teaching at The Center School in Greenfield, MA,...
Hello parents!
My name is Callahan, I am a recent UMASS graduate doing a year of service with AmeriCorps before starting my professional career!
Growing up, my mom was (and still is) a nanny who has taken care of many children, usually infant to toddler age. I have been helping her my entire life, and I've had my own...
Callahan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience teaching and caring for children ages 3 through middle school. I currently work as an occupational therapy assistant at the preschool and elementary level. In this position, I have developed substantial experience with special needs/neurodivergent kids. My expertise lies in helping adapt and modify...
I have extensive experience teaching and caring for children ages 3 through middle school. I currently work as an occupational therapy assistant at the preschool and elementary level. In this position, I have developed substantial experience with special needs/neurodivergent kids. My expertise lies in helping adapt and modify...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Valdimira F.
Easthampton, MA
$28/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Would Love To Work With Your Love Ones.I Am Compassionate About Working In This Field
I am Empathetic, Compassionate, Patient, Hardworking and loving. I have five years of being a caregiver on and off because of my full time job. I am compassionate about providing services to elderly clients. I am Proficient in assisting with daily living activities, preparing meals, cleaning house, and proving mobility support....
Valdimira can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
5.0
(1)
One spot available with a total of four dogs, for a well socialized, small to mid sized dog. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 4 to 5. 5 hours a day. Pick up, and drop off included, with an approximate 1 to 2 hour, midday, off leash hike included.
Must be off leash ready.
Further separate, potential services include: Domestic &...
Marilyn can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Back in January, I hired Marilyn for some housekeeping who is amazing! After meeting my dog a few times, I could tell Marilyn really took to her and it soon became very apparent my dog also took to Marilyn. My dog is a very sweet, but shy, fearful, and cautious 8...
Kim J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience with household cleaning and organizing. Thorough one time cleaning, weekly cleaning and upkeep, laundry, and organizing services.
Paige can also help with: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!"
Judy M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Alex, a 20-year-old student attending UMass for Mechanical Engineering. I have been a professional dog watcher for 6 years. I have experience providing medicine (insulin, eye drops, meds in food). I care for dogs big and small, young and old. What's different about me is that I also provide housekeeping services!!...
Alexandria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Alexandria was AMAZING! One of our 3 dogs is a bit skittish and usually shy around new people and from the first time Alexandria came to the house to meet the dogs, he took to her immediately. So glad we found someone who cared so much for the dogs and went above...
Alyssa P.
Laura Z.
Cheshire, MA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Young Grandmother Of 6, Looking For Before And/or After School Work.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
From 2018 till March 2020 I took care of 2 girls in Dalton after school. I transported them to activities, along with doing crafts, homework, playing outside and having fun together. From 2019 till March 2020 I also watched 2 boys early mornings before school. The boys and I enjoyed playing, drawing, coloring and just being...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Laura is extremely caring with our daughter. She gets on the floor and plays with her and interacts with her all the time she is here. She is reliable and a pleasure to work with. So happy to have her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
The experience and services with: child care; housekeeping; animal care; laundry; errands; groceries; meal preparation; transportation.
Much of my recent work has been with elders and housekeeping. But I'm happy to help, also with the basics of daily chores and transportation - to aid in facilitating as smooth, healthy and...
Marilyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"I can't compliment Marilyn enough. I hired her a little over month ago to help me with some housecleaning and laundry once a month and I can't be more thrilled to have found her. First, she is the most thorough, diligent, proactive, and detail oriented...
Kim J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature female experienced with housekeeping and household management.
Offering the following services: light cleaning; laundry; plant care; pet care; errands; grocery shopping; meal preparation; de-cluttering; organizing; bill pay and clerical tasks.
Marilyn can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, window washing & more
5.0
"I can't compliment Marilyn enough. She is intelligent, kind, caring, responsible, diligent, proactive, and is very, very detail oriented. I hired Marilyn about a little over a month ago to help me with clean my house and do some laundry. Shortly after I hired her I...
Kim J.
Jill R.
Westfield, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jill mother of 2. I have approximately 15 years of experience with all household cleaning. Offering weekly/monthly cleanings as well as onetime turnover/deep cleaning, cleanouts, and air b and b services. References Available. Thank you, Jill
Jill can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Jill is breath of fresh air...literally! She is meticulous and cleaned my home and made it smell so lovely! She is super friendly and responsive to feedback. I think she is a gem!"
Andrea S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am
currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...
Ridan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ridan is an excellent PCA. He has a bright, sunny, disposition and a carefree manner. Ridan has proven to be punctual, responsible, observant, as well as able to adapt to the progression of our family member's disease and resulting changes to the care plan.
When...
Todd K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old.
I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire.
Available for companionship,...
Donna can also help with: Errands, transportation, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, respite care & more
5.0
"Donna was punctual. She was very pleasant and accommodated all requests with a smile. I would definitely hire her again."
Deborah B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Chesterfield, MA
Whitney H.
5.0
Whitney has nannied for us for over six months now, and she has been wonderful. Our daughter absolutely adores her. She is reliable, responsible, and fun! We will miss seeing her every week, and hope she can still babysit when our schedules align.
- Donna P.
Marilyn O.
5.0
Back in January, I hired Marilyn for some housekeeping who is amazing! After meeting my dog a few times, I could tell Marilyn really took to her and it soon became very apparent my dog also took to Marilyn. My dog is a very sweet, but shy, fearful, and cautious 8 year old pit bull mix who prefers to...
- Kim J.
Paige H.
5.0
Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!
- Judy M.
Alexandria G.
5.0
Alexandria was an AMAZING dog sitter!! She took such GREAT care of our dog while we were away & treated him as if he were her own. She took the time to hold him and sit with him, so he would be comfortable with her. She communicated with us and even sent occasional pictures, so we wouldn't worry &...
- Jennifer S.
Laura Z.
5.0
Laura is extremely caring with our daughter. She gets on the floor and plays with her and interacts with her all the time she is here. She is reliable and a pleasure to work with. So happy to have her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chesterfield, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Chesterfield, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Chesterfield, MA, 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 Chesterfield, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chesterfield, MA is $15.00 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 Chesterfield, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chesterfield, MA. 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 Chesterfield, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Chesterfield, MA, 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 Chesterfield, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chesterfield, MA, 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.