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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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
4 years of cleaning experience , I'm reliable, I have my own car, I am willing to travel within my area, housekeeper. Love cleaning. I can clean your house 9:30 to 2:30pm
Jahaira can also help with: Refrigerator cleaning, dusting, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"First time hiring a housekeeper and I must say, jahaira did not disappoint. Very professional. Left my house spotless. Will highly recommend."
Cynthia P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
PRIVATE HOME-CARE AID
I'm an experienced caregiver. Mostly for private home care for the elderly. My goal is to provide the best home care service/companionship to elderly patients. You can have your peace of mind even if you are not home knowing that there is someone with enough knowledge and experience taking care of your...
Benjamin can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care, personal care & more
5.0
"Ben has been working with my 94 year old Uncle who is suffering from dementia. He has been doing, meal prep, medication management, assistance with shopping, laundry etc. He is communicative, kind, punctual, and dependable. We have been very happy with Ben's...
Andrea G.
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: Personal care, mobility assistance, 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: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, 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, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, 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: Home modification, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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
(1)
Hello my name is Alyssa and I have a plethora of experience within the healthcare field from working on the transitional care unit, ER, behavioral health unit, and many more floors! I have previously worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant/ Patient Care Technician for 10+ years and am currently attending classes to become a...
Alyssa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is a wonderful caregiver. She is kind and provided great care for my 87 year old mother, we had at home with a fractured ankle and dementia. Alyssa did personal as well as emotional care for my mom. They developed a wonderful relationship, we trusted her 100...
Karen R.
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
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
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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: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care, transportation & more
5.0
"Dila was wonderful! She became extremely close with my 93 year old mother, whom she took such good care of. Dila puts her heart and soul into everything she does, and we knew my mom was in good hands when Dila was there, not to mention a great cook!!!"
Hilary H.
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:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Sophia is great with kids. She is a great helper and listens to what you want her to do! She’s reliable and absolutely loves children! "
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: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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 walking, pet sitting
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: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Island Heights, NJ
Jahaira D.
5.0
First time hiring a housekeeper and I must say, jahaira did not disappoint. Very professional. Left my house spotless. Will highly recommend.
- Cynthia P.
Benjamin K.
5.0
Ben has been working with my 94 year old Uncle who is suffering from dementia. He has been doing, meal prep, medication management, assistance with shopping, laundry etc. He is communicative, kind, punctual, and dependable. We have been very happy with Ben's services. Please feel free to ask Ben for...
- Andrea G.
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.
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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.