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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."
Philomena R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with the elderly. I am dependable, responsible, and honored to take care of the patients I meet and have a positive impact on their lives. I have up-to-date CNA and BLS certifications, and 8 years' experience working with patients and assisting them with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, etc. I possess...
Samantha can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Samantha was kind and willing to give any help that was needed.
I was very fortunate to have her."
Care member
4.1
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Specialize in high-end cleaning, meticulously maintaining luxury residences. Implement rigorous quality control measures, ensuring immaculate results
Perform meticulous deep cleaning in high-end residences and adhering to strict quality standards for clients
Utilized eco-friendly products, promoting a healthier environment and...
Itzel can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Great! Amazing! Wonderful work! Highly recommended."
Casey L.
5.0
(7)
Over 13 years experience providing care to the Senior Community. I find great joy to be of service to my clients and their family. I am bilingual.
I have 5 years experience with oldtymers
And dementia
Also 5 year of experience with big and small hoyers . I can do over nights as well as day time.
Also highly recommend.
I am...
Trisha can also help with: Companionship, personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Trisha is caring, loving and compassionate. She takes care of my 96 Year old Dad. I can call her last minute and she will always come though for me. She fulfills all the duties I ask for and more. I will always call her when I need her. She is wonderful!!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy giving and caring for the elderly. My first experience was with my mother-in-law. I cared for her completely for 10 weeks. My first job was for a 70-year-old woman with the onset of dementia and mostly blind, I cared for her for five years. My next job I took care of an 89-year-old woman with the onset of dementia. She...
Dolores can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Dolores was amazing with my mother, who has dementia. She took such great care of all of my mother's needs. Dolores also took time to learn about our culture ( our clothes , food and music ) in an effort to make my mom more comfortable. It was a pleasure and a...
Furkhunda R.
Denise D.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 19 and my daughter is 15. I I have had the pleasure of being a stay home mom to provide my two children with the foundation for success! They both knew how to read by 4! Providing the building blocks for young children is and has always been a...
Denise can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Miss Denise has worked with my son since he was 7 weeks old, and with my six year old as well. I truly cannot imagine a more amazing child care provider. She arrived at our home like Mary Poppins, with bags full of learning activities, art projects, fun playtime...
Allison H.
5.0
(5)
Hi allow me to introduce myself to you. I am HHA PCA & TBI experience I work private cases. I have 21 + years experience in senior and adult care. I also have experience in Working with individuals with Multiple sclerosis Parkinson's Alzheimer's And dementia . I am a caring and compassionate person. I have a lot of patience. I...
Janice can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very caring and treats her patients like her own family "
Marlo F.
5.0
(2)
My name is Pamela, and I have been a caregiver since 2011, starting as a certified Home Health Aide in an assisted living facility. I live in Dix Hills and enjoy servicing the community.
I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia care and enjoy working with the geriatric population. I can assist with ADLs, light...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pamela is a gem! She has been my 95 year old Mom's weekend caregiver for almost a year and we are very happy with her. She is outgoing and very caring- always goes the extra mile. She helps Mom with errands, ADLs and does a little laundry and light housekeeping...
Kathleen R.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Skills:
CPR
3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired.
She was interviewed"
Catherine L.
4.4
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
While working as a home health aide/CNA I have had the privilege of working with wonderful patients both who are unable to physically care for themselves whether it may be dementia/multiple sclerosis/stroke/cancer and hospice care. I have been instrumental in the preparation of meal planning, light house cleaning and the...
Loreen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Loreen was great! Loreen helped care for my mother who was bed bound from cancer. I wish we would have found and hired Loreen sooner, I believe my mother would have been more comfortable. Loreen was polite, friendly, caring, knowledgeable and taught us what to...
Bill H.
5.0
(1)
I provide reliable childcare. I am a responsible 34-year-old caregiver. I am an experienced nanny.
I babysat starting in my teenage years prior to having Children of my own. I have been a parent for the past 9 years. I like to use my free time utilizing the skills I've learned from the most rewarding role I ever had which is...
Corie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Corie has been a magical find for our family. She is so great with our daughter, she is reliable and has come through for us when we’ve been in a pinch on more than one occasion. She’s great with dogs as well as kids, and always leaves our home in much better shape...
Devin B.
Alexandra B.
Selden, NY
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Alexandra & I'm An Outgoing And Energetic 33 Year Old!
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an outgoing and energetic mother of one almost 12-year-old. I am a big organizer, planner and multitasker and can help with General Errands and Vacation Services and a large variety of tasks. I'm a big animal lover and have owned many pets big and small throughout my life and can care for any animal that I cross paths...
5.0
"Alexandra is outstanding! She embodies every quality a professional childcare provider should possess: energetic, empathetic, detail-oriented, and communicative. My 2-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son had a fantastic day with her and finished all the homemade...
Care member
Lucille P.
Holtsville, NY
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
In 2020, I relocated from New York to Florida, where I sought a new family to continue my career. After five years, I am now happily settling back on Long Island and excited for new opportunities.
I have a passion for teaching children and engaging them in fun, educational activities. I am also comfortable driving children to...
Lucille can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucielle was an exceptionally knowledgeable and effective caregiver and “child whisperer”, not to mention sweet! She treats your children as though they are her own, incredibly loving and compassionate, reliable, responsible, the list goes on and on! I trust my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Need a date night babysitter or a after school babysitter? Growing up I watch kids in my neighborhood as their parents went out on date nights or had emergencies they needed to get to. I now help babysit my three nieces who are ages 9, 7, and 5. I lived in California for 6 months to work at PCDA as a Music Therapy Intern. As a...
Dani can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Arasely, I am a neat freak and love to clean. I organize, mop, vacuum/sweep, dust, wash dishes, carpet cleaning, steam mop and the list goes on. If you need it done I'm the person you want. If it requires more then I thought I'll definitely work with you and let you know what maybe needed. I am a nice easy...
Sely can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Did a very good job very nice and well priced. "
David Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an incredibly compassionate and energetic individual who adores children and is seeking the ideal nanny position to become an integral part of your family. I have over 10 years of experience and mostly with infants and toddles but I do have experience with all ages. A little about me, I enjoy hiking, camping and reading a...
Whitney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Whitney cared for our two boys for several months. She was very dependable and cared for the boys like they were her own. I never had to worry about my boys when I was away at work which is great for a working mama!"
Abby K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience as senior caregiver. Reference available upon request. I'm a pets friendly. My service includes lightly housekeeping, patients laundry, prepared and serve meal. Shower, encourage range of motion. Clean patients bathroom, bedroom.. ext.
Madeline can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I hired Madeline and she cared for my 94 yr old Dad for 3 months. She is hardworking, caring, capable, organized, reliable, chatted with Dad and kept him engaged, cooked meals, cleaned and sanitized. Extremely professional, dependable and knowledgeable. A Gem!!"
Dana M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Islandia, NY
Jaclyn P.
5.0
Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver.
- Philomena R.
Samantha W.
5.0
Samantha was kind and willing to give any help that was needed.
I was very fortunate to have her.
- Care member
Itzel L.
5.0
Itzel is very professional, detail oriented and thorough. She definitely goes above and beyond. We're very lucky to gave found her!
- Stephanie V.
Trisha L.
5.0
Very professional, kind and attentive. Also very prompt and caring.
- Care member
Dolores G.
5.0
It is hard to put into words the magic and beauty of Dolores. She will forever be a part of our family. She cared for my mother with severe Dementia and NPH for more than two years- they don't come better than Dolores. She was beyond committed to my mother, wholly focused on the best approach in...
- Aimee F.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Islandia, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Islandia, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Islandia, NY, 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 Islandia, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Islandia, NY is $17.00 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 Islandia, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Islandia, NY. 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 Islandia, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Islandia, NY, 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 Islandia, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Islandia, NY, 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.