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Kristen L.
Georgetown, KY
$15-50/hr
Hi there! My name is Kristen and I am so excited to meet you! I have worked with kids or those with special needs in almost every job I've ever had! Some of my job experience includes babysitting, summer camp counselor, direct support professional, and a pediatric therapy clinic. I love all kiddos and would love to meet yours!
Kristen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I currently volunteer with a program that does service dogs in training. I also have experience with horses, rabbits, dogs, cats etc. I am happy to care for any kind of animal!
Gretchen can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Kristen L.
Georgetown, KY
$15-50/hr
Hi there! My name is Kristen and I am so excited to meet you! I have worked with kids or those with special needs in almost every job I've ever had! Some of my job experience includes babysitting, summer camp counselor, direct support professional, and a pediatric therapy clinic. I love all kiddos and would love to meet yours!
Kristen L.
Georgetown, KY
$15-50/hr
Hi there! My name is Kristen and I am so excited to meet you! I have worked with kids or those with special needs in almost every job I've ever had! Some of my job experience includes babysitting, summer camp counselor, direct support professional, and a pediatric therapy clinic. I love all kiddos and would love to meet yours!
Kristen can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Kristen L.
Georgetown, KY
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Kristen and I am so excited to meet you! I have worked with kids or those with special needs in almost every job I've ever had! Some of my job experience includes babysitting, summer camp counselor, direct support professional, a pediatric therapy clinic, and currently a full time nanny of 4. I love all...
Kristen L.
Georgetown, KY
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kristen and I am so excited to meet you! I have worked with kids in almost every job I've ever had! Some of my job experience includes summer camp counselor, direct support professional, a pediatric therapy clinic, and currently a full time nanny of 4. My availability begins April 01 and goes through the end...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I would love to discuss providing services for your family. I have thousands of hours of experience caring for infants and their families. I absolutely adore caring for babies and I also have experience with multiples. If you are looking for a dependable, professional, and caring person to care for your loved one(s) I would love...
Deb can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
The most important aspect of my caregiving is how I genuinely possess the empathy and compassion essential to foster, maintain and enhance the relationships I value and nurture with those I provide care for, their friends and family members as well as all other community resources involved. I have 40 years experience in the...
Melody can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Kristen R.
Georgetown, KY
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kristen, and I am a 21-year-old student at Morehead State University. I will be available from May until the first week of August. I'm looking for a summer job. I have one year nanny experience as well as 2 years in the service industry
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
I love being around house pets like dogs and cats. I will admit I have a preference for dogs if I had to choose between the two though. I love the companionship you can have and grow with pets. I spent over 10 years of my life with a service dog around due to health complications with my grandfather so I have watched and learned...
Gwyndolyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Magdalene C.
Lexington, KY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Maggie, a 24-year-old grad student in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Eastern Kentucky University. I've babysat for around 8-9 years, ranging from newborns to adults with disabilities. I love spending time with kiddos and being able to watch them develop, grow and be happy!
Magdalene can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Judy I have been a caregiver for 30+years. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer patients, hip patients. My patients ask where did we find you? You are so caring and gentle. I care for your loved one as I would want you to care for mine. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I love...
Judy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Judy sat with my 91-year-old mom during a particularly difficult time and did a wonderful job. Would definitely recommend Judy!"
Brenda A.
Kristin P.
Lexington, KY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Pet Feeder, Walker, Socializer & Playmate. Short Term Sitter During The Daytime.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature woman with work experience in the areas of healthcare (former RN) & retail. Most importantly, I am an animal lover! II had multiple cats as a young person, as well as a parakeet & fish. I'm a long term dog owner & currently have 4 dogs of my own (2 mastiffs, a beagle & a Chihuahua mix). They are loved & cared for...
Kristin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Kristin has been walking our dogs 2x a week for 6months. She has become part of our pack! Kristin is dependable, has great communication, and loves our dogs like her own . We feel very blessed to have met her and fully entrust the care of our dogs to her!
She is...
Amanda T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 24-year-old college graduate. I'm a loving and caring elder sister of two little brothers aged 11 and 18. I was raised in a big family and have spent my entire life among kids and babies, so I have plenty of experience taking care of children and elders. I've always been very comfortable with kids. I would love the...
Aastha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Can't say enough good things about Aastha. We have 3 boys 8-12 y/o. they have really enjoyed hanging out with her. Aastha is energetic and the boys look forward to her coming over.
Aastha is quick to jump in and help out with things that need to be done even if...
Benjamin C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kaylee W. and I am a 21-year-old college student at UofL. Growing up, I had all sorts of pets - dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs, chickens, snakes, fish, turtles, and more! I especially have a love for dogs; my family has rescued many dogs (some even from islands)! I am a college athlete, so I am able to offer athletic...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I grew up loving animals and have been working in the veterinarian industry for 5 years (mainly with horses, but I did canine water rehabilitation therapy and Magnawave therapy for 3 years). From house sitting to day care, I have watched friends' horses, dogs, and cats whenever they needed a hand. I have owned several dogs...
Ariadne can also help with: Pet sitting
Professional Petsitter serving Lexington and surrounding areas. I have over 10 years of expierence working with companion, farm, and small animals.
I specialize in dog training that uses practical canine physiology to create balanced happy dogs. Services I offer range from daily walks to board and train. I received my...
Brittany can also help with: Dog training, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking & more
Amanda W.
Lexington, KY
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Amanda I love what I do. I have 6 years of experience, I offer Transportation Services and Home Care. I also offer much more then a helping hand! I am very passionate about what I do as well as providing you and your loved one with happiness, a healthy environment, and a better quality of life. I believe true...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands
Hello, my name is Kennadi. I am currently in graduate school at Eastern Kentucky University for Occupational Therapy, specializing in pediatrics. I have years of experience and multiple shadowing/internships where all I focus on is children! I am willing to do whatever needs to be done to make sure you feel like your child is...
Kennadi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I nannied two boys, aged 9 and 10, for two full summers during my high school years in 2016 and 2017. I aided the family by dog sitting, preparing meals, lightly cleaned their home, took the boys to and from different summer activities, and aided one of the boys in their occupational therapy homework. I was also a nanny for 3...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Georgetown, KY
Judy C.
5.0
Judy is very kind and friendly. She was always on time and kept in touch. She was very kind and patient with my mother during very difficult episodes. She was very helpful. We would definitely hire her again.
- Holleigh S.
Kristin P.
5.0
Kristin has been walking our dogs 2x a week for 6months. She has become part of our pack! Kristin is dependable, has great communication, and loves our dogs like her own . We feel very blessed to have met her and fully entrust the care of our dogs to her!
She is a gem!
- Amanda T.
Aastha B.
5.0
Can't say enough good things about Aastha. We have 3 boys 8-12 y/o. they have really enjoyed hanging out with her. Aastha is energetic and the boys look forward to her coming over.
Aastha is quick to jump in and help out with things that need to be done even if it is not something we...
- Benjamin C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Georgetown, KY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Georgetown, KY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY, 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 Georgetown, KY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Georgetown, KY is $18.89 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 Georgetown, KY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY. 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 Georgetown, KY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY, 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 Georgetown, KY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Georgetown, KY, 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.