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Certified Director 1 and 2, Lead Preschool Infant & Toddler Teacher Dedicated and responsible individual seeking employment in your establishment. Able to work in a fast paced environment and deliver excellent customer service. Striving to create a challenging and engaging learning experience in our environment with positivity...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I am a current college student with a passion for quality childcare. Babysitting and tutoring for years has allowed me to assist parents and children in many different situations. Parenting is a difficult process and I try to be as accommodating as possible. A wide range of services are available including overnight childcare,...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
(3)
Hello! I have much more than a pet sitting service... I have a special bond with animals. I have been working with animals for many years at dog daycare centers, homes, and animal shelters. References can be provided upon request. Over the years I have acquired some valuable dog training skills and knowledge about dog and cat...
Sheryl can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Sheryl is great to work with! My dog, Lucy, loves her. Sheryl was very responsive and dependable. Sheryl always showed up when she said she would, and took great care of Lucy. Knowing that Lucy was taken care of by Sheryl meant that I could relax and focus on and...
Susan G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Good-natured, competent, and well-organized child caregiver. I am a professional Pastry Chef, Culinary Chef, and retail manager trained in Vienna, Austria, and graduated with an associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy. I am a team player, flexible, calm, open-minded, cheerful, patient, tidy and organized. Spending time with...
Viviane can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Viviane is compassionate and caring, while maintaining consistent expectations for the children. She is a great mother of her child and treats the ones she cares for with the same attention as her own. "
Merlin K.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Maggie and I am currently perusing my degree in Occupational Therapy. I have been a private childcare provider for the last six years, worked at a daycare for two years, and as a paraprofessional for one year. I am CPR and First Aid certified through the Red Cross, am vaccinated against COVID-19, and...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"That Maggie is completely reliable & responsible. I'm addition, she's always positive & caring w/ your children. I would highly recommend her for your child care!!!!"
Joshua W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have an Associate of Science Degree in Human Services and focused on Early Childhood Education. I gained experience working with children through internships at Berkshire Center for Families and Children in the Children's Center and in an integrated preschool classroom at Crosby Elementary. I then went on to work at the Boy's...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Cara is a warm, friendly, gentle, and caring person and child caregiver. She is kind, watchful, and keeps my child safe and does everything I ask. She will take him for walks and play outside, which makes him very happy. She keeps him entertained and happy, doing...
Lynne P.
Katarina N.
Holyoke, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver & Gerontologist 15+ Years Experience Supporting Quality Of Life
5.0
(1)
I am deeply committed to supporting quality of life for those with chronic illness or aging. I have a BA in Psychology and a MS in gerontology and have worked in the field for over 15 years.
I have supported individuals with: cognitive decline/impairment, chronic illness, movement disorders, physical limitations, visual...
Katarina can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is...
Care member
Kaitlyn T.
Holyoke, MA
$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp
Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care.
With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs.
I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids had such a great time. Can't wait to have you back again!"
Glen F.
Katherine L.
Springfield, MA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a reliable, creative, and caring individual who has about 8 years of experience working with children, ages ranging from 3-15. A little bit about me is that I am an Occupational Therapy graduate student at Springfield College with a minor in Art Therapy and Psychology. I have always loved working with kids which...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Tara D.
West Springfield, MA
$20-39/hr • 5 yrs exp
I recently graduated from Endicott College with my BFA in art therapy. I am organized, dependable, outgoing, and creative. I have around 5 years of pet care experience but have grown up around animals my whole life. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I am also on the varsity Equestrian team at Endicott and am familiar...
Tara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have been working for an upstanding cleaning company since 2010, including cleaning private homes to big business. I can provide references if requested.
Kelsey can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Have 2 years experience with Merry Maids at the South Hadley office, and 1 year with Maid Pro. I'm familiar with the formalities and always keep it professional. Have accessed homes with pets, alarms, and with customers in home. Extra tough jobs will have a higher rate.
* Refrigerators
* Steam cleaning carpets
* Dusting...
Amanda can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Hi! I'm Brittney, a graduate of UNC Charlotte with a Bachelors in Sociology and a minor in Women in Gender Studies. My work experience consist of numerous administrative and customer service experiences. Also I have worked consistently in the past three to four years with students and the elderly in a residential facility. My...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love children. I find things to keep them busy. I babysit friend's and family's children to help out and give them a break so they could go out and enjoy themselves from time to time. I am a sergeant in the Air National Guard for the past 6 years. I am just finished my bachelors in biology at westfield state and...
Carissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Full time business person. Part-time Activities Aide in assisted living facility in memory care and general populations. My daily mantra is to give at least a moment of peace to at least one person every day. I have an active CNA certificate since 2014, but want the time to work one-on-one with people to make them feel seen,...
Alma can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
With a year of experience in providing transportation and running errands for seniors, I have developed a deep understanding of their unique needs and preferences. My role involved ensuring safe and reliable transportation to medical appointments, social events, and everyday errands. I have also focused on fostering meaningful...
Robyn can also help with: Respite care, errands, transportation
I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
Sophie P.
Springfield, MA
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophie. I am 24 years old and going to be graduating from Springfield College this May. I am studying psychology with a minor in art therapy. I am looking at going into a career in child counseling so I have a lot of experience working with kids and young adults. I have done gymnastics my whole life and am...
Hello, my name is Ubah
I've been working with kids for the last year and am looking to expand my services. I don't have much experience cleaning professionally, but am willing to take on the task. I am personally very clean and organized and willing to help other people do the same.
Facts about me, I like to doing yoga, go on...
Ubah can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Specializing in:
-overnight newborn care
-infant care and postpartum doula services
Hello! My name is Lillian and I have had wonderful experiences caring for many little ones over the past 10+ years. I am 24 years old and hold Bachelor of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Disorders and Special Education. I am a...
Lilian can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Indian Orchard, MA
Sheryl B.
5.0
Sheryl is great to work with! My dog, Lucy, loves her. Sheryl was very responsive and dependable. Sheryl always showed up when she said she would, and took great care of Lucy. Knowing that Lucy was taken care of by Sheryl meant that I could relax and focus on and enjoy what I was doing instead of...
- Susan G.
Viviane K.
5.0
Viviane was an excellent caregiver to my son. She watched him in my home, took him for walks and supervised outdoor and indoor play, and she cooked tasty, nutritious meals for his lunch. I consistently felt that my son was in good, dependable hands with Viviane.
- Christopher S.
Maggie B.
5.0
Maggie is an amazing person I am reaching out to her for all my child care needs! She is awesome!
- Samantha M.
Cara G.
5.0
Cara is a warm, friendly, gentle, and caring person and child caregiver. She is kind, watchful, and keeps my child safe and does everything I ask. She will take him for walks and play outside, which makes him very happy. She keeps him entertained and happy, doing what he enjoys inside as well. She...
- Lynne P.
Katarina N.
5.0
Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is kind and empathetic, and worked...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Indian Orchard, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Indian Orchard, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Indian Orchard, MA, 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 Indian Orchard, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Indian Orchard, MA 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 Indian Orchard, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Indian Orchard, MA. 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 Indian Orchard, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Indian Orchard, MA, 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 Indian Orchard, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Indian Orchard, MA, 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.