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Kezia M.
Dunkerton, IA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello there!
I have been cleaning houses and churches for over 3 years. I was trained by the most detail oriented person I know, so you can be sure that I won't be doing any half hearted job!
My cleaning services typically include things like vacuuming; sweeping; mopping and/or scrubbing floors; dusting; cleaning toilets,...
Kezia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing
Audrey K.
Waterloo, IA
$13-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've gained numerous experiences with people of varying needs including but not limited to three years with the Spectrum Project ( a Saturday morning program with k-12 students of varying needs with drama, movement, music and art experiences), field experiences offered through my university, and teaching art classes in...
5.0
"Audrey cares for our son with special needs and does a wonderful job. She is very patient and does a great job with a guy that's not always open to doing things. She takes him out to do activities in the community, does art projects with him, encourages him to do...
Sue P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a K-5 art teacher in the Waterloo Community School District looking for occasional babysitting opportunities or PCA positions. While I'm now teaching, I've had many years of childcare experience, whether through nannying, babysitting and instructing at various art centers. I have experience caring for a...
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Audrey babysat for our two grade-school aged daughters regularly over a 2 year period. She was a great babysitter, one of our favorites. She would sometimes bring art projects or activities for them, and they always had a lot of fun when she watched them. They were...
Scott P.
I have a strong love for animals and have 5 years of experience being a pet sitter. Service I provide are grooming, dog walking, drop in visits and daycare
Tiara can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Dana C.
Waterloo, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience with working with individuals with disabilities. I worked at REM IOWA as a Program Director for 5 years and Cedar Valley Community Services as a caseworker for 5 years. Then at Comprehensive Systems for 12 years. I am currently looking to get back into direct care work. I can cook, clean, transport...
Dana can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I love to help you out at home with my variety of services in housecleaning, pet sitting, and babysitting. I provide these services because I understand there is a need for busy individuals and families to spend more time together. I can help around the house just as maid and babysitters would. I grew up with pets...
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I have known Ashley for a few months now. She helps us to keep our house neat and tidy. I will be truthful here, she is not the first cleaning help I have hired. After trying multiple people from agencies and without agencies over several years, I found Ashley as...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, let me briefly introduce myself. My name is Pam C. I have over 30 years of experience caring for seniors in many different capacities. I have had private clients, facilitated activities in senior living communities and volunteered with a local hospice organization. The services that I offer are quite varied, from cooking,...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Pamela is a very pleasant, caring and conscientious person. Pam, as noted above, is punctual and very dependable. She is able to relate to people with honesty and compassion and in cases where there may be issues that need to be addressed she is creative and can...
Tom M.
5.0
(1)
I would love to help with your current needs cleaning, whether you are moving and don't have time to clean as well as move or whether you have a rental that hasn't been cleaned as well as you would like I am your person.
I can bring my own supplies or use yours. Just let me know.
Thanks
Nicole can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Nicole was extremely friendly and polite. My roommate and I are pleased with her service. We needed to move out the place and had no time to clean up along with our other issues. She was very helpful and understanding to our situation. I will definitely have her...
Chalisa C.
My family always had pets growing up. I have 4 dogs of my own and if I could, I would work full-time taking care of dogs. My friends and family call on me when they need pet sitting services.
Angie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I have recently moved to the area and am expecting a child of my own. I am a certified occupational therapy assistant and have experience with pediatric and geriatric populations. I am comfortable with special needs children and have lots of experience working with Autism.
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kacie H.
Cedar Falls, IA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am looking for a summer nannying position. This spring I will graduate from UNI with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with minors in mental health and family services. This fall I will be going into a graduate counseling program.
I have a variety of experience working with children! I have had many babysitting jobs...
Kacie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Shantell J.
Waterloo, IA
$14-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello my name is Shantell! I am 18 years old. I have been working in church nurseries since the age of 13, along with having little siblings of my own. I have been professionally working in childcare centers for about 3 years now. I believe myself to be very a very kind, nurturing, caring person. I have certification in...
Olivia C.
Cedar Falls, IA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello there! I'm Olivia, I offer general house cleaning services. This is my second job, so I am only able to commit to a couple more regular house cleanings. I have 3 years paid cleaning experience. Most of my clients have me come clean every other week, or once a month depending on their needs. Cleaning is as follows, but not...
I have experience owning two cats, growing up with a dog, and caring for family and friends' pets. I have never been paid to do so, however I am willing to offer my services like grooming, walking, feeding, and playing with them.
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have been tutoring for nearly 7 years now. I was trained and routinely get my services rated as excellent. I have also worked with children in a school as an intern; I taught music classes to third, fifth, and sixth graders. I am highly intelligent and pride myself on earning almost straight A's. I currently tutor any class...
Hello! My name is Chance I understand people can be busy anything can happen, let me be at your service with anything you need if you feel lazy or don't have any free time to complete your daily tasks let me be at your service
I have worked in the direct care field for 20 years. My certifications include:
- CPR
-First Aid
-CNA
The spectrum of care I provide spans from infancy to End of life; my work has taken me in a variety of caring communities. I have worked in multiple facility settings, to private home care, and sat vigil for Hospice...
I believe the most satisfying thing is having a clean house eliminates so much stress.
Allow me save you time and stress by providing you with a clean home!
From basic cleaning (surfaces, floors) to detailed cleaning (blinds, baseboards), I am always extremely detail oriented.
My goal is to provide you with a cleaning service...
Chance can also help with: Changing bed linens, refrigerator cleaning, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Annika P.
Cedar Falls, IA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Annika and I am currently a senior at UNI. I will be graduating in May with a Bachelors in Psychology and Family Services. I plan to live at home (Cedar Rapids) this summer before starting the School Psychology MA/EdS program at UNI in the fall. During my undergrad career I have taken many child development,...
Annika can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karen C.
Waterloo, IA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Cheerful Experienced Caregiver And Professional Housekeeper
Hello I am a retired caregiver and certified nursing assistant with 25+ years of experience to offer you. I have worked with post surgical, , stroke , dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I have worked in private homes giving me the opportunity to give individual care . I gained a lot knowledge working in facilities working with...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Dunkerton, IA
Audrey K.
5.0
Audrey cares for our son with special needs and does a wonderful job. She is very patient and does a great job with a guy that's not always open to doing things. She takes him out to do activities in the community, does art projects with him, encourages him to do his chores, etc. She is very kind...
- Sue P.
Audrey K.
5.0
Always prepared with fun activities for kiddos! Kind and genuine too!
- Sarah N.
Ashley S.
5.0
I have known Ashley for a few months now. She helps us to keep our house neat and tidy. I will be truthful here, she is not the first cleaning help I have hired. After trying multiple people from agencies and without agencies over several years, I found Ashley as one of the best so far. She is so...
- Care member
Pamela C.
5.0
Pam is one of the most decent and kindest people you will meet and was an absolutely the best hire for care our family ever had.
- John W.
Nicole J.
5.0
Nicole was extremely friendly and polite. My roommate and I are pleased with her service. We needed to move out the place and had no time to clean up along with our other issues. She was very helpful and understanding to our situation. I will definitely have her back again, if I could! Thank you so...
- Chalisa C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dunkerton, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Dunkerton, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Dunkerton, 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 Dunkerton, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Dunkerton, 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 Dunkerton, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Dunkerton, 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 Dunkerton, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Dunkerton, 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 Dunkerton, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Dunkerton, 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.