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Tiffany L.
Monmouth, OR
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am currently a student at OSU. I'm offering childcare, pet care and household services. My personality is usually described as bubbly and energetic. I have tons of experience with all ages of kids thanks to my mom. She started an at home childcare when I was a newborn. Once I was around 10 I started helping out, and even...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Tiffany L.
Monmouth, OR
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a student at OSU. I'm offering childcare, pet care and household services. My personality is usually described as bubbly and energetic. I have tons of experience with all ages of kids thanks to my mom. She started an at home childcare when I was a newborn. Once I was around 10 I started helping out, and even...
Tiffany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I love children and have 7 years of childcare experience. I am currently in my junior year of college, earning a degree in Early Childhood Education. Previously, I was the Branch Director for the Boys and Girl's club, and absolutely loved my time there. I have experience as a Preschool Teacher in Salem, and am looking to...
Caitlynn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Melissa H.
Salem, OR
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 3 years experience working with a family a few years ago. I enjoy helping and seeing kids grow into their potential. I am very out going, always willing to do activities with the kids, and I am very patient.
I spent the last three years working at Marion County child welfare, in Child Protective Services. I left due to...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Hi! I'm Sadie, a recent high school graduate and valedictorian with a passion for babysitting. In high school, I played three varsity sports, showcasing my dedication and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. With over five years of babysitting experience, I've cared for a 3-year-old every other day over a summer and...
Sadie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
A little about me: My Bachelor's is in Business and my minor is in Social Sciences, but my real passion is education and exploration. I grew up surrounded by animals and nature... And lots of books! There's always something to appreciate in being active and engaged in the present.
I have my (Infant - Child - Adult) CPR / AED /...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Audra Y.
Salem, OR
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Audra. I have 8 years of paid experience working with children. I have worked with children ages 6 weeks to 5th grade, within a church childcare setting, a licensed daycare, an elementary school, and Head Start. I have personal and volunteer experience working with animals. I spent 25 years living on my family...
Audra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Angela W.
Salem, OR
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Compassionate Heart For Your Loved Ones! Part Time Caregiver Available!
Hello! Welcome to my profile! I have 8 months experience as an activities director for a small hospice. During that time, I interacted daily with the sweet people who were there through card playing, leading exercises, crafts, conversations, music therapy, and walks.
I have a deep respect and appreciation for the elderly. It...
Angela can also help with: Dementia, hospice services
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my names Kaitlyn! I have been babysitting for 6 years, and nannying for 3 years, caring for children of all ages. The majority of my experience is with children ages newborn to 12 years old. I am a senior as a full time student at Oregon State University to obtain my degree in psychology and human development & family...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We loved having Kaitlyn as our nanny! She was our first nanny for our 1.5 year old and she did an outstanding job and was reliable, trustworthy, kind and knowledgeable. Our little girl loved playing with her and spending time with her. We felt lucky to have found...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Gracie, and I am a current undergrad student majoring in psychology with a plan to pursue my occupational therapy doctorate after graduation. I have multiple years of experience with children with all different needs. I volunteer weekly at services for families experiencing poverty, developmental...
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Gracie to help for a 3 week period for 4 days a week, picking up 2 of our children from school and watching them until I got home from work a couple of hrs later. She was reliable, kind and calm. We would highly recommend her and definitely hire her...
Elizabeth M.
4.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have a combined 11 years of experience in commercial, residential, and rental cleaning.
During this time I have also taken on organizational projects that include relocations/moving, downsizing/decluttering, some landscaping/yard maintenance, home management/shopping/errands, and pet care.
I am also experienced with...
Katelyn can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Katelyn does a great job of cleaning and tidying our home. She is also flexible if we need to move our day or time. Definitely recommend!"
Britny B.
Vanessa R.
Salem, OR
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun And Energetic Babysitter! Loves Organization & Multitasking
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting in high school and then started caregiving for children with developmental disabilities soon after graduating. I have been doing this type of work for 10 years now! I have worked with children and adults with developmental delays as well as doing babysitting and nannying in both California & Alaska. Feel...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa was the best sitter!! We are so sad she’s no longer in Alaska but whoever she sits for is truly lucky. Our boy loved hanging out with her!"
Care member
4.9
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for more than 10 year. I'm very compassionate caregiver and exceptionally patient, and a good at listening and responding to other's needs. I assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and the individual service plans . I...
Agnes can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Agnes is a caring caregiver. She took care of my husband and was wonderful with him. I would highly recommend her. "
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
My name is Jam, and I aim to be of service for all of your pet needs! I have taken care of dogs and cats for most of my life. I have also cared for some exotic animals like rodents, reptiles, and fish.
However, I am now committed to caring for dogs on a full-time basis. I have experience with puppies and senior...
Jam can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! My name is Kelsie and just graduated from OSU and am headed to grad school for physical therapy! I have extensive experience working with and training dogs, including but not limited to the last three years of dog training for children with developmental disabilities through a rehabilitation program! I could talk all day...
Kelsie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Animals have always been a huge source of joy in my life. From growing up with 3 Boston terriers and a cat, as well as helping to care for neighborhood animals, I have experience in walking, feeding, playing and providing care for a variety of cats and dogs. Furthermore, through working at a nursing home, I have experience...
Sarah can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi there! My name is Kelsie, I am 22 years old and I just graduated from OSU with a degree in Kinesiology! I am beyond excited to head over to George Fox University next year for grad school among their Physical Therapy program! For the past three years I have spent my days either in my research lab, dog training with children...
Kelsie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi there! My name is Kelsie B., I am 22 years old and I just graduated from OSU with a degree in Kinesiology! I am beyond excited to head over to George Fox University next year for grad school among their Physical Therapy program! For the past three years I have spent my days either in my research lab, dog training with...
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am a 23-year-old college student who just recently moved here to Anchorage. I have raised dogs of my own since I was a child (mostly boxers) however now I have an american eskimo of my own and also take care of my family member''s pit bull. I have a very good amount of experience providing dog care...
Vanessa can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Lauren D.
Corvallis, OR
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
For the past year I have been working with kids on the Autism spectrum and I have worked at summer camp the last three summers as a cook/support with campers. I am looking to do something part time while I am working towards getting my Equine Assisted Therapy Certification
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Independence, OR
Kaitlyn E.
5.0
We loved having Kaitlyn as our nanny! She was our first nanny for our 1.5 year old and she did an outstanding job and was reliable, trustworthy, kind and knowledgeable. Our little girl loved playing with her and spending time with her. We felt lucky to have found her!
- Care member
Gracie H.
5.0
We hired Gracie to help for a 3 week period for 4 days a week, picking up 2 of our children from school and watching them until I got home from work a couple of hrs later. She was reliable, kind and calm. We would highly recommend her and definitely hire her again
- Elizabeth M.
Katelyn A.
5.0
Katelyn did an amazing job on my apartment. Followed instructions intuitively and completed everything I was able to give her within the time frame I had guesstimated. Did a fantastic job!
- Erin M.
Vanessa R.
5.0
Vanessa was the best sitter!! We are so sad she’s no longer in Alaska but whoever she sits for is truly lucky. Our boy loved hanging out with her!
- Care member
Agnes M.
5.0
Agnes cared for my Mother with dementia and was very sweet, caring and patient with her. My Mom really liked her even though she didn't want anyone coming in to care for her. She was always professional and reliable. She was also helpful in giving us ideas to improve overall care.
- Shannon M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Independence, OR
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Independence, OR?
To find a therapy dog near you in Independence, OR, 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 Independence, OR?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Independence, OR is $15.80 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 Independence, OR?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Independence, OR. 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 Independence, OR receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Independence, OR, 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 Independence, OR help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Independence, OR, 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.