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Maria M.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Cleaning is therapy to me! I enjoy cleaning and I am quite the perfectionist. I can clean most anything and even am pretty versatile when need be with odd projects and jobs. Organization is a personal favorite but I'm open to hearing all options!
Maria can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, move-out cleaning, oven cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Megan. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University. I work full-time at a Preschool as a Pre-K teacher in Des Moines. You can find me outside going for a run or just enjoying nature. I have 2 sisters who are 24 and 18. I have a ton of experience working with...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was fantastic with our 2 year old Boston Terrier while we were away on vacation! We highly recommend her!"
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Dana R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I would be able to provide errand service, personal assistance, and whatever you need to make your schedule less stressful. I have somewhat of a flexible schedule with transportation. I give attention to detail and am very thorough.
Stephanie M.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I spent 4 years working with Lutheran Services of Iowa, Candeo, and Link Associates, where I provided care and support to people living with mental disabilities and mental illness. I also assisted my father-in-law for several years with the care of his wife, who was living with Alzheimer's/Dementia. I cared for my mother-in-law...
Debra can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
I am a mother of three children who has a 10 years of experience in the field of child development and youth care specialists. I enjoy working with children because they're so young and have a sense of humor that brings me joy to the world. I am also very proud to work alongside them as a nanny for the next couple of years as...
Tankaseh can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, errands, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Hello there! I'm Destinee, a pet lover who enjoys spending time with animals. I understand the importance of reliable pet care, and I'm here to help fellow pet owners by offering my pet sitting services. Whether it's feeding, walking, or just providing companionship, I'm dedicated to making sure your pets are happy and...
Destinee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation
I have 6 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant/In-Home Caregiver. I've worked in long-term/assisted-living, and in-home care. I am also experienced with dementia care. I am reliable, respectful, and compassionate. I can help with ADLs (dressing, feeding, showering, etc). I have a clean record, and my own...
Jocelyn can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Shannon R.
Waukee, IA
$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible while also keeping them connected to improve their quality of life. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr....
Shannon can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
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My Name is Lindsey! I graduated from BYU and am currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at the University of Utah. I am student clinician, and have lots of experience planning performing speech/ language therapy treatment with little ones. I am an expert on child cognitive, language, and speech...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am currently in graduate school at Des Moines University for occupational therapy. I have a wide range of experience with children who have developmental delays or disabilities along with the autism spectrum and mental health disorders. My passions are being outside, cooking, doing crafts and learning!
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Compassionate lady willing to do care for elders. Have had experience with my mother and mother in law. Assist with cooking, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing/dressing, and comfortable with pets. Looking to find meaningful, non office work. Have passed a background check as I used to work for a human services agency.
Ann can also help with: Personal care
Emma V.
Cumming, IA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am currently working for the school district. Offering tutoring services for test prep, as well as regular school work. I especially love MATH!
Hello! I am a local Des Moines tutor with a flexible schedule, available for home or online services for most grade levels. I have graduated with both my bachelor's and master's degrees, so I understand how important a good, strong education is. I would love to tutor your child(ren) in any subject they may be having troubles...
Erika C.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hathary G.
Waukee, IA
$18-23/hr
Residential house cleaner successful at providing consistent and high quality cleaning services. Gifted at using cleaning equipment and supplies to sanitize and remove dirt and grime. Accommodates customer needs at all the time. Dedicated to exceptional standards of performance and quality.
Hathary can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Jayne M.
Des Moines, IA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jayne! I'm am a local photographer of families and art. Most of all I'm a huge lover of kids! Up until a year ago I was a nanny for two AMAZING children. Sadly for me it was time for them to start school/daycare so I'm no longer able to nanny them. Now I've decided to go back to what I love and look for a new amazing...
Jayne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 3 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 20 years old and from the Des Moines area. I just finished up my last semester at Iowa Central Community College where I got a degree in human services. I'm currently taking a semester off before I continue studying psychology in August with hopes to become a child life specialist! I was on the dance team at my time at...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Clive, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Clive, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Clive, IA, 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 Clive, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Clive, IA is $20.00 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 Clive, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Clive, IA. 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 Clive, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Clive, IA, 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 Clive, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Clive, IA, 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.