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4.8
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Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rozeta, a responsible, mature and reliable person with 8 years experience in housekeeping. I like that everything gets clean and beautiful. I am a passionate about cleaning because I like having a clean environment for my family. I am working for 3 families. So I provide good references as well. I am detail...
Rozeta can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"We hired Rozeta for biweekly housekeeping. Her first day at our home, she put in a solid day's work and left our house sparkling!!! She is meticulous and professional. She did a much more thorough job than the corporate cleaning service we had used previously. We...
Kelli B.
Emily M.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Full Time And Part Time Caregiver With Autism Experience
3.5
(2)
Hi! My name is Emily. I am a 2019 college graduate with a bachelors in psychology specializing in developmental psychology. I have 3 and a half years of professional nanny experience split between two families, and currently work as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral therapy to children aged 2-9 who have...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is a very attentive caregiver and always went above and beyond to plan fun activities for our 2yo. We loved working with her!"
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4.9
(33)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kendra Aka Waliyah
Heres all about me!
I am a mother and caregiver.. I have been caring for children since my teenage years. (20 plus years ago)
I am a mother to 4. 5 yr old son and 3 fur babies (Cats, I do have allergies to certain dogs but depends on the breed)
I have been a preschool teacher for 5 years...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"You have found a gem with her care. She is great with communication and your little one will be very well taken care of. She's the best!"
Ashley R.
5.0
(3)
I am an experienced, patient, and nurturing caregiver. I have always felt caregiving is more than a job to me. My seniors are part of my family. I will make my time with your loved one a pleasurable experience for both of us.
I am experienced in bath therapy, administration and organization of medication, as well as the...
Lauren can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, home modification, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Lauren was efficient, loving, and patient while caring for our mother, who always looked forward to Lauren's visits. It was a pleasure to know her."
Jeanne And Larry M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tiara, and I'm a College Graduate with 16 plus years of experience of Nursing. I can help with In-Home Nursing care, assisting your love ones with everyday living. I can also provide Transportation Services, Cleaning, light yard work, patient advocacy, respite care, and hospice care. you name it I can assist!.......
Tiara can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tiara was wonderful with my mom who had dementia. She was kind, considerate, and they always had fun together. She knew how to redirect mom during her times of frustration. She could always light up the room whenever she entered and she never left my mom's bedside...
Kathy K.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have caregiver skills that I think might be important to you.
I can offer you a friendly, easy-going and ethical personality, companionship, excellent cooking skills, light housekeeping, reliable transportation and a squeaky clean background check. I have 10+ years caregiver experience, 7+ years social work...
Keyeonta can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Keyeonta was a terrific caregiver to my uncle. She was caring, kind and conscientious. She went above and beyond in the care she provided. The whole family loved her."
Sharon D.
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a self motivated professional cleaner. I have been cleaning for over 15 years. I am quick and efficient. I take my work very seriously. I deep clean each and every time I get a call! I offer weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or one time cleaning services. I can do residential cleanings, office cleanings, cleanings before open...
Elvedina can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Elvedina is amazing!! She is very thorough. My house looks great every time. She shows up on time, puts up with my crazy dogs, and her rate is very reasonable. I think I've found 'the one.'"
Sarah K.
Hi! My names Grace and I am currently in grad school for Occupational Therapy. I LOVE all dogs and cats and am looking to dog and cat sit before I leave June 22nd. I am also a long distance runner and love walking and/or running w pups to keep me company!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
I've had dogs and cats for all of my life, specifically labs and doodle mixes. My favorite things to do are get outside and play with animals, so this job is the perfect fit for me! I'm currently a grad student looking to earn some extra money and have plenty of time throughout the day and night to care for animals.
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lauren B.
Saint Louis, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am An Animal Lover Looking For Dog Walking And Pet Care Services.
I am an animal lover looking for a dog and/or cat care services. My services include dog walking and pet sitting. I am a caring individual with 10 years experience in pet sitting. I will care for all breeds of dogs or cats. I am comfortable in giving animals their medications, special diets, cleaning up after them, and giving...
Lauren can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I adore all animals and would be happy to offer the following services: pet sitting (overnight as well), dog walking, and pet transportation. I have experience with both cats and dogs, including a house full of many furry friends. I'm super active and love to engage with the animals, whether that entails walks, playing with...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have worked with children and adults with various disabilities in various capacities for years. I am passionate about art therapy with children and adults with perceived mental illnesses
Anne D.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I obtained my master's degree in Occupational Therapy last May. I am currently employed as a school-based OT. I primarily work with students ranging from Kindergarten to Middle school, but I have experience in preschool and high-school as well. Looking for a nannying position to keep busy during the summer. If possible, I would...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lisa , I am originally from Kirkwood/St Louis . I currently work as an Occupational Therapy practitioner full time and looking for side jobs. I currently reside in Fenton and will be relocating to hillsboro in May. I also have a strong background in caregiving and special needs care for both adults and children. I...
Lisa can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for kids for families and neighbors from a range to toddlers to early teens throughout my teenage years off and on. My most recent nanny experience was caring for a 2-month-old girl, 4 dogs, and 3 cats in summer 2020. Throughout college and high school, I have been a camp counselor each summer with young children...
Violeta can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kirsten W.
Saint Louis, MO
$16-30/hr
I am caring and empathetic caregiver. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services, as well as 10 plus years of caregiving and nannying, housekeeping experience. I've worked with infants, children, developmentally impaired children and adults. I enjoy helping and uplifting others.
Kirsten can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I am currently in a weekend graduate program to obtain my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have worked as a para and OTA in a school based setting for the last 3 years. I also have experience as a transition advisor for teens with developmental delays. I am very passionate about helping...
Desiree C.
Saint Louis, MO
$16-28/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm a Nurse Assistant , nanny/babysitter, housekeeper & certified inhomecare provider . I can provide services from Infant to seniors no problem. I'm hands on, very attentive, very patient , adaptive and strong minded and I work efficiently with children, adults of all ages and special needs. Including pets! experience working...
Desiree can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
Happy to help support your loved one with special needs. Certified K-12 special educator at your service. Learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, ADD, ADHD, autism, and more.
Lauren B.
Saint Louis, MO
$10-25/hr
An animal lover who is in tune with your dog or cat offering pet sitting services in your home. Feeding, walks and companionship your four legged family member is my privilege, while keeping your home clean and safe.
Lauren can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Columbia, IL
Rozeta L.
3.0
She seems like a very nice lady but she charged me $30/hour which is more then her profile lists. And she wanted more! I discussed in detail the day before the jobs needed. I had 1 room of carpet so she would need to bring a vacuum however it was not vacuumed. She also didn't bring a stool to dust...
- Melissa D.
Emily M.
5.0
Emily is a very attentive caregiver and always went above and beyond to plan fun activities for our 2yo. We loved working with her!
- Care member
Kendra L.
5.0
You have found a gem with her care. She is great with communication and your little one will be very well taken care of. She's the best!
- Ashley R.
Lauren B.
5.0
Caring, available for all of neighbors' needs, reliable and would hire if I needed anyone. Took good care of them.
- Robert M.
Tiara H.
5.0
Tiara was wonderful with my mom who had dementia. She was kind, considerate, and they always had fun together. She knew how to redirect mom during her times of frustration. She could always light up the room whenever she entered and she never left my mom's bedside during her final days. I'm happy to...
- Kathy K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Columbia, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Columbia, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Columbia, IL, 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 Columbia, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Columbia, IL is $29.00 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 Columbia, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Columbia, IL. 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 Columbia, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Columbia, IL, 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 Columbia, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Columbia, IL, 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.