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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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, daily feeding
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...
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Deborah F.
Crozet, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Offering Companionship, Laughter, Cognitive Stimulation, Med Management, Fabulous Cooking, Etc..
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a female with a Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology and over 35 years experience providing cognitive, communication, swallow therapy, caregiver education and end of life care in nursing homes, home health and clinic settings. My passion is meaningful client centered elder care. I have an excellent background in...
Deborah can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Very happy to have found Deborah to help out when needed."
Leigh G.
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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
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: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, grooming & more
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: Bathroom cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting & more
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
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, administration of medicine, boarding & more
Amy F.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Excellent References, Senior/Elder Caregiver, Fully Vaccinated
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*** Vaccinated***
I have over 20 years experience caring for the elderly with various issues. I am a reliable and compassionate Home Health Aide.
Some of the services I provide are as follows:
*Dementia/Alzheimer's Care
*Companionship
*Personal care/hygiene/grooming and feeding, etc. (ADLs)
*Assisting with...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Amy worked for my mother in law who suffered with increased memory issues for 6 years as the primary caregiver. She was always thoughtful, kind, supportive and gentle with her. She oversaw the management of the full time help. Amy worked daily with my mother in law...
Curtis M.
4.7
(3)
I have trained with Home Instead and was employed working as a personal caregiver for a 95-year-old woman with diabetes. I assisted her with mobility and physical therapy. Currently I work with Commonwealth Care in Charlottesville and this has given me the opportunity to work with clients who have suffered strokes, Alzheimers,...
Sherry can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very kind and really cares for her clients well. She treats them like her own family. She is very dependable and a great person to be around. "
Carolynn B.
Julienne B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Offer Babysitting Services For Consistent Weekdays Or For Babysitting On Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julienne, I've had over 8 years of child care experience, watching children from the ages of a week old to 12 years old! I've been fortunate enough to work at my old Catholic school in Virginia Beach, Va watching the children who stay after school as well as working at a daycare. I'm currently a student and will...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jules has babysat for us for several years. She has done everything from date nights to overnights including driving our son to practices and taking him out for fun adventures. She is always kind and thoughtful and cares enough to ask questions to make sure we are...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I've been a PCA for 7 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, hospice services, meal prep, errands, live-in home care & 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.
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, respite care, errands, light cleaning, 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)
Hi!
My name is Sarah and I graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Music Industry and Jazz in 2015. I have been a nanny for some time and have acquired a great amount of experience. For two years, I worked as a full-time nanny for two boys ages 4 and 7. I also care for infants every Sunday during a church...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is calm, nurturing, and kind. She's especially gifted at working with infants and young toddlers. She's very dependable and conscientious."
Jane O.
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was only with our family briefly because our childcare needs unexpectedly changed, but in her time as our after school nanny, she did a great job with our ASD/ADHD child. She was flexible and worked with his needs to create fun, engaging activities for...
Acadia N.
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: Oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, 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
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, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Nice to meet you! I just graduated from JMU with a degree in Interpersonal Communications. I love working with children and have had many years of experience ranging from babysitting to teaching. My love for kids started when I was volunteering at my church's child watch. I volunteered for over 8 years until I became then lead...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hope took great care of our two boys over the summer. She is trustworthy and full of positive energy. I would highly recommend her!"
Kelly C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have experience with general housekeeping services. While working at a toy store, it was my responsibility to make sure the store was clean and ready for customers every day. This included vacuuming, cleaning the bathroom, washing windows, dusting (weekly or more often as needed), etc. I can also assist with...
Andrea can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Grottoes, VA
Deborah F.
5.0
Very happy to have found Deborah to help out when needed.
- Leigh G.
Amy F.
5.0
The best thing I did was to hire Amy to be part of our care-giving team. I am so thankful for all she did for us and for our senior lady. She had a wonderful, calming influence on her that was evident whenever she was around her. Thank you for this opportunity to review an outstanding and...
- Cheryl T.
Sherry M.
4.0
She is very caring and knowledgeable, with much experience.
- charles S.
Julienne B.
5.0
Jules has babysat for us for several years. She has done everything from date nights to overnights including driving our son to practices and taking him out for fun adventures. She is always kind and thoughtful and cares enough to ask questions to make sure we are okay with the choices she makes for...
- Care member
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 Grottoes, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Grottoes, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Grottoes, VA is $15.33 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 Grottoes, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Grottoes, 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.