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I am a speech therapist in a school for children ages 5-21 with multiple disabilities. I work with many children with autism and down syndrome. Additionally, I have a lot of experience with articulation and language delays
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy caring for the elderly. I have helped my mom, dad, and relatives with care after surgeries. I have assisted them with physical therapy exercises at home, organization of their medication, food shopping, housekeeping, companionship, bathing and dressing them as well.
Lisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Lisa to check in regularly with an elderly family member who needed to help with light house chores, meal prep, organization of medications, running errands, also to take them to medical appointments (as they can no longer drive) . We couldn't have made a...
Joe S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with children! I have over 10 years of experience working with youth from the ages of 0 to 18 years old and being a stepmom of two beautiful girls. I am a dependable and personable individual with a strong background in child care services and a BA in Psychology. I love doing indoor and outdoor activities such as...
Roshelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great interview. Knowledgeable and open to suggestions. Our daughter was well taken care of."
Eugene T.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Arlene.
My services include, companionship, bathing, personnel needs, meal preparation, and dispensing medication. I enjoy working with people. I'm very personable. I communicate well and I enjoy interacting and engaging in conversation. I'm easy to talk to. I've been doing this for a number of years. Thank...
Arlene can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
5.0
"Arlene F was recommended to me by another care giver who was taking care of my wife (Hilma) during 2019 and 2020. I needed the additional help. Arlene played an essential role in caring for her by providing home cooked meals, giving baths with proper hygiene...
Arthur H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Mallory and I currently reside in the Seaside Park area. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology and Spanish. I am working towards my masters in Occupational Therapy. During my undergrad I worked at a bilingual daycare for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, I worked in all of the rooms...
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Absolutely reliable, extremely friendly and amazing with my kids! Happy to say, she's someone we would recommend to anyone who's looking for a sitter. 10/10 the best sitter we found in the area! Thank you Mallory :)"
Didiani T.
Debbie H.
Toms River, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I supply my own cleaning products and supplies at no additional cost to my clients and I use all natural cleaning products of the highest quality. I will bring my vacuum and performs amazing on all types of carpets and flooring..
I can also provide Laundry and Deep Cleaning Services are available upon request (Ask about what is...
Debbie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
** I AM CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR EVENING HOURS ONLY**
I am a retired registered nurse with over 15 years of experience. I am able to provide a wide range of health care options for you or a loved one. Services offered include: personal care such as showering/bathing, dressing, incontinence care; medical services such as...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, hospice services, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Margaret helped us care for my mother the last two weeks of hospice. She was very kind and compassionate. Her RN skills gave us great faith in Margaret’s ability to care for my mom. She was professional and caring. We will be forever grateful for caring for our mom...
Matthew K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
5th Grade Educator, newly wed, and MAT graduate, looking to continue caring when I'm out of the classroom as well as in it! I offer tutoring services, date-night care, and consistent summer nannying while I am off school. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or employment inquiries!
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Nicole took care of my 8 month old baby this summer after we met! I can't say enough good things-- Nicole had to come into a house of "chaos" which included two dogs, two parents working from home and lots of visitors to the beach house. She handled everything with...
Liz C.
Gail L.
Toms River, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the health care field for 25 years plus. Within those years my work includes in home care, facilities and hospice for seniors. Among my experience with seniors I have also worked as a Supervisor( present) in a memory care facility, Medical receptionist, and Medical Assistant . I have experience with multiple...
Gail can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gail is a wonderful caregiver. She started off taking care of my father. When he passed a few months ago, she became a companion for my mother and my aunt. Sadly my mother just passed away and she is now taking care of my aunt. We love Gail."
Lisa G.
Dila P.
Brick, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dila P. I've been a caretaker for 25+ years. I enjoy working with the elderly, caring for them, loving them, and providing them with the love and care they need and deserve. I am an honest, outgoing, fun, and loving person. My services include: making sure medications are taken properly, prepping meals, doctor...
Dila can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, dementia, transportation, meal prep & more
5.0
"Dila worked for my family for over a year. We are so very very lucky to have found her. She is so caring, trustworthy, always dependable and extremely hardworking. Dila is an amazing caregiver who not only took wonderful care of my mom and dad but also treated...
Tara D.
4.8
(8)
I am a kind, caring, responsible Christian young woman who has a God-given gift for caring for young children. I have 4+ years' experience caring for multiple children ages six weeks to 5 years old, carefully catering to the individual needs of each child. I am CPR certified, and proficient in first aid. I have been a volunteer...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is an exceptional babysitter. She treats every kid that she watches like a family member. The key to this is her selflessness. She puts the kids needs before her own, and as a result the kids naturally gravitate towards her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. Also, day to day needs. Companionship, meals. Easy going and reliable. Enjoy people and a good laugh. I'm reliable and trustworthy. I was in the corporate world for a long time which I left to take care of a good friend who was disabled...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"We were so very fortunate to have found Teresa at a time when we required help in taking care of my elderly mother. Teresa has such love & compassion in her heart coupled with the patience & skills necessary to take care of elderly person.
Teresa was always...
NANCY P.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Danielle and I just graduated this past May from the University of Maryland with a degree in Psychology and minor in Human Development. I am currently earning my Master of Social Work from New York University, but taking classes online from home.
I absolutely love working with children. Last year, I worked as a...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Adrienne M.
Toms River, NJ
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I have previous experience with babysitting, and I loved it! I am in grad school for occupational therapy! I am available mainly on weekends because of school. I love children and hope to work with them in the future! I am also CPR certified:)
I cherish the unconditional love between pets and people! I wish to care for pets and eventually get involved in pet therapy!
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Leah G.
Toms River, NJ
$20-25/hr
Dance/Movement Therapy Student
- Previous internship at preschool/treatment
center for children with autism, behavioral
issues, and other developmental delays
- Ages 2-5
DIR Floortime Trained (not certified)
- Currently work in company that provides early
intervention services for children with
autism
- Ages 3-14
Hello! My name is Nicole and I have been pet-sitting for about 5 years! It began when I was asked to pet-sit for the family whom I babysat for. I loved spending time with their little fluff balls and decided to begin pet-sitting part time. I have 3 fur-kids myself, 2 dogs and a cat, and am a foster mom for abandoned animals as...
Nicole can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
Leah G.
Toms River, NJ
$20-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dance/Movement Therapy Student
- Previous internship at preschool/treatment
center for children with autism, behavioral
issues, and other developmental delays
- Ages 2-5
DIR Floortime Trained (not certified)
- Currently work in company that provides early
intervention services for children with
autism
- Ages...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
I am available for cleaning your home. I would provide vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting , cleaning of bathrooms. Also, provide the service of just putting your garbage pails out to the curb and/or getting your mail from the mailbox. I am a hard worker and very dependable. My rates are varied according to the size of your...
Maria can also help with: Vacuuming and/or mopping, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I work as a substitute teacher while in school for a masters in speech language pathology. I have experience in childcare for ages 0-16, in and out of the home. My services include cooking, cleaning, childcare , laundry, and other errands. Finding the right fit can be stressful, so please reach out so I can help you...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Island Heights, NJ
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa is working to help our 80 y/o mom. She is a kind and caring caregiver to our mom ! There are so many ways I could describe her but dependable is the best way to recommend her. Our mom's needs can change and Lisa kindly works to adapt to help her. Whether it is a need to go to the store or...
- Barbara L.
Roshelle W.
5.0
Great interview. Knowledgeable and open to suggestions. Our daughter was well taken care of.
- Eugene T.
Arlene F.
5.0
Arlene F was recommended to me by another care giver who was taking care of my wife (Hilma) during 2019 and 2020. I needed the additional help. Arlene played an essential role in caring for her by providing home cooked meals, giving baths with proper hygiene cleaning, assisted in bathroom...
- Arthur H.
Mallory F.
5.0
Absolutely reliable, extremely friendly and amazing with my kids! Happy to say, she's someone we would recommend to anyone who's looking for a sitter. 10/10 the best sitter we found in the area! Thank you Mallory :)
- Didiani T.
Margaret W.
5.0
Margaret helped us care for my mother the last two weeks of hospice. She was very kind and compassionate. Her RN skills gave us great faith in Margaret’s ability to care for my mom. She was professional and caring. We will be forever grateful for caring for our mom and each other.
- Matthew K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Island Heights, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Island Heights, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Island Heights, NJ, 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 Island Heights, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Island Heights, NJ is $50.00 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 Island Heights, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Island Heights, NJ. 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 Island Heights, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Island Heights, NJ, 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 Island Heights, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Island Heights, NJ, 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.