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Valarie saved me I don't know how many times! She not only does an excellent job, but she is one of the most compassionate people I've ever…
Review for Valerie B. by Faranak C.
I hired Mary to take care of my 5- month old a few days a week. Mary is incredibly loving and communicative, patient and so kind. I highly…
Review for Mary L. by Betsy S.
Jenny is very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She provided superb service for my wife who has dementia until the time of her placement in…
Review for Jennifer T. by Douglas L.
Therapy dogs in Colfax, NC
Additionally I am a Pet Sitter. I have 6+ years as a sitter with a pet sitting service. I have a love for dogs and have sat for just about every breed I have ever heard of. I personally own a border collie that has the energy of 5 "regular.... normal!" dogs.
Genna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm a wife and mother of four (two adults, two teens) and a practicing Catholic with a bachelor's degree. I have 5 years of experience as a preschool teacher, 3 years in adult education, and personal experience as a caregiver for my mother.
I provide loving, compassionate care to both adults and children, including help with...
Flor can also help with: Meal prep, visiting physician, errands, companionship, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for animals of all kinds all my life. Growing up, we had farm animals and always had cats and dogs. My children have had guinea pigs, goats, rabbits, cats, and dogs also. I am kind and gentle. I currently have 2 dogs.
I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I do not work, so I am very flexible and available. I am...
Valerie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Valerie is a wonderful pet sitter; I'm very thankful to have found her. She is dependable, trustworthy, and I love that she texted pictures while I was on vacation so I was assured that my cats had great care. I also appreciate her willingness to do clean-up tasks...
Karen M.
Mary L.
Greensboro, NC
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Care By Experienced Mother And Nanny With Occupational Therapy Degree
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college educated nanny with over 10 years experience. I raised my 2 wonderful grown daughters as a stay at home Mom and was very active in their classrooms as well as on the executive board of the PTA. I have cared for infants through teens as a full time daytime nanny and also have worked date nights and overnights. I am...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Mary to take care of my 5- month old a few days a week. Mary is incredibly loving and communicative, patient and so kind. I highly recommend her."
Betsy S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jenny and I live in Kernersville, NC. I have over 10 years experience working with the senior population, the majority with a form of dementia. I am compassionate, have good communications skills and love working with this population and their families. Experience: Provide in-home support for all daily living skills,...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jenny is very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She provided superb service for my wife who has dementia until the time of her placement in a residential memory care center. Jenny is very reliable and respectful, and was a Godsend at a time I really needed help....
Douglas L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Judy, and I am 37 years old. I am a wellness advocate who has 10+ years of experience caring for children. I was a toddler teacher for 6 years, a preschool teacher for 3 years, and babysat for several families over the years. Most of the families were children I taught as toddlers until they reached middle school age....
Judy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Judy is great! If I could have taken her with us when we moved I would have, anyone that uses her services is lucky to have her! My son loves her and I'm sure our baby would continue to love her as she got older and could remember her more. Judy is one of the best...
Christine M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was working for a company. I had 2 years of experience with deep cleaning. Remodeling and construction cleaning. I am a clean-loving person. I can also help just with laundry and folding if you need it. You can ask for what you need without any problem. I have my CNA certificate in case you need other services I worked for...
Adriana can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Adriana is friendly, caring and helpful."
Lenore M.
Fatima P.
Greensboro, NC
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hi! My name is Fatima. I lived in New Jersey for 25 years and worked for 16 years for a family in Westfield, NJ. I started taking care of the kids when the youngest was 2 months old where I babysat, cleaned the house, ran errands and drove the kids to their activities after school. After the kids got into high school I kept...
5.0
"Fatima is kind, honest, thoughtful, dependable, and efficient. She works hard and always completes her work with care. She has cared for my family for several years. Fatima has a warm personality and is upbeat. She's fun to be around. I highly recommend Fatima. "
Care member
Leigh M.
High Point, NC
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Leighann and I'm an 23-year-old college graduate with a BS in recreational therapy with a minor in human biology and counseling. I graduated high school with my CNA and I'm currently look for a part-time job. Along with my CNA I have my BLS (basic life support) and mental health first aid certification through...
Leigh can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Leighann worked with a patient one on one who was a diabetic double amputee. She was such a help to him and cared for him for a year until he recently passed away."
Carolc T.
Elexicia C.
Greensboro, NC
$21-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, I am 27 years old, recently married, and have a 9-month-old pit bull terrier (who thinks she's a lap dog). I am currently wearing many hats; online student at Liberty University studying Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology and supporting individuals in my community with mental health, behavioral health, and...
Elexicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Elexcia has watched my daughter for me several times. Even during last minute calls, she remains full of energy and willing to help. My daughter enjoys her time with Ms Elexcia!"
Lauren L.
Breanna P.
Greensboro, NC
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I just moved to Portland and I'm waiting for my nursing license to process for the state of Oregon. In the interim, I'm hoping to find a family I can help a couple times a week. Although as a nurse I usually work with pregnancy and birth, I have nannied a varied of ages for years during nursing school and before....
Breanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Breanna is by far our favorite babysitter. Our kids were never in safer, more compassionate hands."
Jamilla W.
5.0
(4)
Worked with a family for 16 years as nanny for a baby and 5 years old boys in New Jersey and house keeper until they did not need my full time services. After I worked as house cleaner. I have experience, I also worked for a family in Raleigh as housekeeper, run errands, make appointments, shopping, pay bills, for few years. I'm...
Fatima can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"She is wonderful! I have two children that adore her as well. She is hard working, timely and always makes my home feel like home again. She organizes everything and makes it spotless! "
Kirsten F.
5.0
(3)
I have worked with seniors for 15 years. I worked with residents from bathing, dressing, toileting, and transfer. Most of my work has been in Assisted Living homes. I've also worked residents in activities from baking, games, and crafts. Also I did private care for someone that had a stroke. Under the supervision of a Physical...
Kathy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"I met Kathy in 2020 and took a live-in caregiver job she was leaving. Kathy was there for 5 1/2 years and the gentleman (and wife) she helped were absolutely delighted with her. We became good friends and Kathy is a wonderful person. She has the true heart and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised a son with Autism to adulthood. I know the value of a trip to the grocery store alone, a movie, a date with my spouse, or other mental health maintenance a caregiver can be a great benefit. I am available for short respite services for caregivers of special needs individuals. I have also been a live in caregiver...
5.0
"Caroline has been a blessing to our whole family. My sister had a hemorrhagic stroke was moved to a long term nursing facility. We have no other family in that area and desperately needed a caregiver to oversee her health and care in our absence.
Caroline was so...
Nancy S.
5.0
(3)
Compassionate Postpartum Doula - Supporting Families in the Fourth Trimester
Hello! My name is Katie, and I am a postpartum doula providing nurturing support to families as they adjust to life with a newborn. With over 12 years of experience in childcare and education, I specialize in newborn care, feeding support, sleep...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I trusted Katie with my 3 kids. When my baby was born she was great with him, feeding, burping and helping him feel calm. My girls also loved doing her hair and makeup"
Laura F.
I've been an animal lover my whole life and the moment I started working with dogs is when I knew this is what I wanted to do career wise, every animal that had been in my care has always been in good hands. I'm available to dog walk anytime and anyday, and as far as boarding and dog sitting it would be best do that service at...
Taynajah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Bri H.
Greensboro, NC
$20-30/hr
Currently pursuing my bachelor's in studio art with a minor in psychology: passionate about art therapy and working with people to use art as a form of healing, expression, and connection! Also able to teach students on a purely technical level to hone art skills.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I recently took early retirement from my Occupational Therapy career and now I'm looking to be your go-to elder care provider. I have a degree in Home Economics and Business Administration from West Virginia Wesleyan University. I am dementia trained and CPR/First Aid trained. I am a non smoker and comfortable with pets. Covid...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
I have extensive experience being a caregiver for those needing personal care. I've had several assignments supporting the physically disabled with daily hygiene and household needs. This work included meal preparation, medicine administration, and attending appointments with the clients and supporting Physical Therapy...
Thecla can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia, home modification, meal prep & more
I have been pampering pets with love and care ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals.
Growing up with lots of family pets and helping family and friends watch their pets.
I will provide exceptional pet care services, including dog walking, pet feeding, and playtime and cleaning litter boxes, as...
Laurie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Colfax, NC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Colfax, NC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Colfax, NC, 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 Colfax, NC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Colfax, NC is $16.50 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 Colfax, NC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Colfax, NC. 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 Colfax, NC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Colfax, NC, 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 Colfax, NC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Colfax, NC, 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.