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Don't you want to come home to a clean and comfortable home? I can help! I provide house cleaning services in the Augusta and Rockingham county areas.
I have numerous housekeeping options for a range of budgets, including:
- Residential cleans: monthly, biweekly, single cleanings, or real estate move-in and move-out...
Karis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sylvia B.
Waynesboro, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Professional Dog Sitter/Pet Sitter/House Sitter/ Pet Taxi
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I went into dog/pet sitting as a profession 15 years ago after caring for family and friends' dogs for years. I am a member of Pet Sitters Associates and am bonded and insured. As a full-time Pet Sitter, I primarily handle dogs and cats, but am happy to add all of your menagerie except reptiles. Services included in Overnight...
Sylvia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Sylvia will not only care for your animals just as you would, but she will love them as well."
Charlotte K.
Marquita H.
Waynesboro, VA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Versatile Worker That Meets The Needs For Families And Their Loves Ones
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me take the work out of housework for you and be there for all your needs.
Weekly or Biweekly cleaning service
Estate clean out and junk removal
Marquita can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"She was cheerful and very helpful..my husband and I were very pleased with her work. We will definitely have her back to help us again."
Loretta D.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Let me be the last house cleaner you will ever hire!
My qualifications:
I am a personable, professional house cleaner
I have 4+ yrs. experience cleaning residential homes
I rely heavily on customer referrals.
I clean homes in the following areas: Keswick, Charlottesville, Crozet, Ivy, Wintergreen, Waynesboro, Stuarts Draft,...
Julie can also help with: Changing bed linens, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Each time Julie cleans our home it feels refreshed. She is meticulous in her work, and her cleaning techniques are beyond that of an average home cleaning service. She is truly unique in both her approach and her results. I cannot recommend her enough. "
Care member
I have over 10 years of experience in many of my skills I can help with cooking, pick-up/drop off, grocery shopping, arts and crafts.
Bathing, reading.
Special needs.
Parkinson's, stroke, licensed and trained in Massage therapy.
I am also experienced in horse care, dogs and kitties.
Water therapy.
Also very skilled in cooking...
Sandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hello! I have experience as a licensed K-12 teacher with school aged children, and also have mentored at-risk and special needs youth. Additionally, I am able to care for pets from horses to dogs and cats. If you have a unique need for help with errands for an elderly family member or assistance driving around town, I am...
I have always been a jack of all trades. I have also always been someone to do what is needed to achieve goals. I need a extra income... and I am more than happy to do that by taking over the dreaded household chores while showing it can be done, just as good... if not better, without the harshness of chemicals.
River can also help with: Changing bed linens, vacuuming and/or mopping, dusting, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Marquita H.
Waynesboro, VA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Can Provided Critical Services To Ease The Stress For The Families And Their Love Ones
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 15 years of providing senior care specializing in Dementia and Alzheimer's patients. Providing quality of life is my focus, respect and life's fulfillment to my clients.
Also can assist in cleaning services, home meal preparation, daily errands and most importantly companionship.
clean out, move outs, and junk...
Marquita can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! I have experience as a licensed K-12 teacher with school aged children, and also have mentored at-risk and special needs youth. Additionally, I am able to care for pets from horses to dogs and cats. If you have a unique need for help with errands for an elderly family member or assistance driving around town, I am...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I was given my first pet at age 10. He was a Russian Blue kitten with an unfortunate eye infection. I picked him because he looked like he was winking. From then on I've always had a companion of one kind or another. Quite often several. I've heard the word menagerie used quite often. Between the vast variety of pets I have had,...
River can also help with: Boarding, grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training & more
I provide the services within driving distance to Port Republic, Virginia.
I have experience caring for animals, specialized in horses and dogs. I am also okay with feline/cat care. I am familiar with administering most medicine in household pets, like insulin or pills.
I will request that we do an initial meet-and-greet for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
Caring for others has been my lifelong path.
In addition to senior care I'm trained and licensed in Massage Therapy and Water therapy.
I have experience with seniors who have challenges with Parkinson's, Strokes, Arthritis,
Etc.
I'm trained as a CNA.
My specialty is cooking healthy nutritious meals, my friends tell me I'm an...
Sandra can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Hannah D.
Waynesboro, VA
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I just completed my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I have a passion for working with children and have many years of experience working within Pediatric OT. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting children from 0-12. I can help with travel.
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Caring is my passion and I love helping children learn and grow! I have been a nanny in the Charlottesville area since 2020. I have experience working with all age groups ranging from 4 months to 9 years old. I've worked in several nanny shares as well as families with multiple children, and families with twins. I also have...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
I worked as a custodian for several months in college as a favor to a friend. The cleaning service was on the brink of loosing a client due to sloppy work. I was given 25 hours a week to clean a three story church but consistently finished the work in 15 hours. The client reported that the church had never been cleaner. Since I...
Emily can also help with: Attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Moving Services, Vacation Services, and any other help around the house. I am home from college and looking for a job to get me through the next semester! I am willing to work long hours and good with pets.
Sarah M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursing home for around 6 months in order to get my CNA license. I recently graduated with a Health Sciences degree from JMU, and am taking a gap year to apply to graduate school for Occupational Therapy. I spent a few years helping out and taking care of my grandma who had Alzheimer's before she was put in...
Sarah can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sarah is a sweet young woman! We hired her as a caregiver for my elderly parents! They really enjoyed her company, and she got them to share about their lives (which they loved!) She is very dependable and you will feel comfortable with your loved ones in her...
Rhonda S.
5.0
(2)
I've been a PCA for 6 years with plans on furthering my education to become a PA. I'm CPR/FIRST-AID CERTIFIED. I've worked in doctor offices, nursing homes/assisted living , and also home health ! I've worked with many ages & with many different health professionals. I'm very familiar with many different medical conditions and...
Denisha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hello, Denisha provided temporary elder care for my Dad recently.
She was professional, compassionate and dependable. She is flexible too. She was willing to work extra hours when I needed more help. I highly recommend her."
Diana B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I majored in social work, and have worked as a social worker in a nursing and rehab center as well as in foster care. I sincerely enjoy the senior population. When I worked at a nursing home, the thing I liked most was actually sitting and talking with the residents. I would greatly enjoy providing companionship services to a...
Andrea can also help with: Dementia
Leah D.
Harrisonburg, VA
$16-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Pet Care Provider, Full-time Animal Lover :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting and walking services for one time, re-occuring, and overnight stays. I have 10+ experience working with animal shelters, foster care for animals, and petsitting for extended periods. I would love to help care for your furry loved one :)
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Fort Defiance, VA
Sylvia B.
5.0
We LOVE Sylvia, she has been the best pet sitter we've ever had. She goes above and beyond with our pets, spending quality time playing with them and genuinely caring for their well-being. Our pets love her too, they get so excited anytime they see Sylvia pulling in the driveway.
We couldn't...
- Waverly D.
Marquita H.
5.0
AAA service she arrived on time and was very professional.
- Don M.
Julie E.
5.0
Julie is unlike other cleaners or a business. She is personable and really cares about our family. She cleans the kids room with such personal touches that they look forward to her coming each week. We found Julie on care and are so thankful we did. Her pricing is higher than a lot of other people,...
- Care member
Sarah M.
5.0
Sarah is a sweet young woman! We hired her as a caregiver for my elderly parents! They really enjoyed her company, and she got them to share about their lives (which they loved!) She is very dependable and you will feel comfortable with your loved ones in her care. We recommend her highly!
- Rhonda S.
Denisha D.
5.0
Hello, Denisha provided temporary elder care for my Dad recently.
She was professional, compassionate and dependable. She is flexible too. She was willing to work extra hours when I needed more help. I highly recommend her.
- Diana B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Fort Defiance, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Fort Defiance, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Fort Defiance, VA, 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 Fort Defiance, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Fort Defiance, VA is $17.00 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 Fort Defiance, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Fort Defiance, VA. 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 Fort Defiance, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Fort Defiance, VA, 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 Fort Defiance, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Fort Defiance, VA, 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.