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Kim M.
Johnston, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years. Have had my own private home care business for over 15 years Dealing with dementia patients in their homes or their families homes. My specialty is dementia, Alzheimer's strokes, dementia end of life care,. I provide all activities of daily living, light housekeeping, laundry,...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 3 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
Mary K.
West Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Highly Qualified To Care For Young Children With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a bachelor's degree in child development and I am a licenced occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special needs and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children age 3-5 year who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Absolutely delightful and went above and beyond to care for my dog! I would definitely hire again!!"
Robyn R.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa is an EXCELLENT caretaker for my cat, Saylor! I travel once a month and have no fear leaving Saylor's needs in Lisa's hands. She goes above and beyond with updates. She's been caring for Saylor since February, and even stopped in when my flight was delayed and...
Amanda M.
Christine S.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Lover Of Animals And Available For Pet Care, Walks, And Occasional Overnights.
5.0
(2)
As an experienced childcare twins nanny for a family with multiple dogs, the more the merrier! Walking, hiking, cleaning up after, cuddling and bathing pooches. I'm also happy to help with meds if needed as well. I love all sizes and breeds and have a 14 yr old Pitt/lab myself. Have cared for cats and love them too. I'm...
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Christine helped me with errands, household management, and laundry for 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, and so helpful."
Care member
Naomi B.
West Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hello my name is Naomi and I have over 7 years of experience as a home health care personnel and CNA.
I can help with transportation services, medication management and all care responsibilities.
I would love to provide care for your love one. Please call or text me for my information.
Thank you for your consideration.
Naomi can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Great caregiver very attentive to detail."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a patient, caring, intelligent individual who has lots of experience working with children. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology with a focus in the Arts. I enjoy creative activities, pretend play, and stimulating learning. I have some tips and tricks for shaping behavior, and experience in positive cognitive...
5.0
"I worked with Jenna as her supervisor, working with youth on the Autism spectrum. She was hardworking, friendly, and dependable. She was able to use the likes of her clients to build a relationship and help them learn. If I could help it, I'd have her continue to...
Ashley M.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr. visits/taking notes, following up on referrals), medications,...
Shannon can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
5.0
"Shannon was a godsend. A visiting nurse recommended her to help me take care of my husband who had Parkinson’s and increasing Lewy Body Dementia. She came twice a week, 2 hrs each time, and John really looked forward to her visits. I was able to leave the house...
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I currently work at the Veterans Benefits Administration as a Rating Veteran Service Representative. I have 2 years of experience being a nanny for a wonderful family that has moved out of state. I have a BS in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Special Education and an AS in Human Services.
I am trustworthy and...
Katie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Katie is very personable and super sweet - she brought a touch book for my daughter. Even though I couldn't use her when I had planned on it, I am definitely keeping her number for the future!"
Michelle M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."
Ashraf Q.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced caregiver in Des Moines since 1999. I assist seniors so they can stay in their homes. I assist with daily living, errands, shopping, transportation, medication assistance, doctor appointments, respite, companionship, laundry, personal care, light housekeeping, and salon and skincare services. I have a...
Paulette can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Paulette has been providing excellent care for my mother for over 11 years now. My mother is now 103 and suffering from a decline in her health. Paulette has been there for my family thru it all. She has run errands , been to doctor appointments, visited mom at...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in Iowa, and lived in central Illinois before moving to the Cary area. I recently sold my Cary home and moved to EI. I am a registered nurse with a MA in Health Administration from the University of Iowa. I have experience working as a supervisor/manager/director in the health care industry -in insurance and skilled...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
PLEASE DISREGARD THIS PROFILE. I TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT FOR SOME REASON, AM UNABLE TO DO SO. I AM NO LONGER OFFERING SENIOR SERVICES!
I became a Certified Nursing Aid at 16 then an EMT at 18. I worked my way through college as both a nursing aide and an EMT progressing to a Paramedic. I worked in home health care, and human...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone...
Sheila W.
5.0
(2)
I am a mother of three children who has a 10 years of experience in the field of child development and youth care specialists. I enjoy working with children because they're so young and have a sense of humor that brings me joy to the world. I am also very proud to work alongside them as a nanny for the next couple of years as...
Tankaseh can also help with: Personal care, errands, respite care, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She always wear a SMILE. Very positive, dependable, on time, usually early. Caring, willing to go a extra mile, team player, provides a caring spirit, love, patience. Always look for the good in others. I would have her to care for my parents if they were...
Jessiey B.
Sonya S.
Des Moines, IA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(9)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 2019 graduate of the University of Iowa and a 2022 graduate of St. Ambrose University. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation and a minor in psychology from Iowa and a doctorate in occupational therapy from St. Ambrose. I have several years of experience with children of all ages. I worked...
Sonya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sonya was great! She was on time and very friendly. Our kids had fun with her and have asked when she’s coming back! "
Care member
4.9
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience:
Truth mark home care services from 2014 to 2021. Wesleylife at home services. from 2021 to 2025.
Highly reliable and collaborative player with excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a patient, empathetic approach to helping others. Senior care available.
Amelia can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"excellent worker
Very attentive"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Matracea but I go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Teaching was not always my first career choice. My whole life I wanted to be a vet, so pet care services allow me to get the best of both worlds.
I have grown up around animals and I am comfortable...
Matracea can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a self-employed RN with an MA in Health Administration. I have experience as a supervisor in skilled nursing facilities and most recently (for 12 years) have assisted clients in their homes.
I can take clients to appointments, do errands, provide ADL care and make meals. I can explain medications and conditions, and make...
Susan can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Susan is an absolutely stellar caregiver and I feel lucky to write this review. She is truly a whole-picture provider. We hired Susan to help my father manage a new diagnosis - mostly planning for companionship and life maintenance. What we did not anticipate was...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a care giver over 10 years. I have experience with neuropathy, Afib, Congestive Heart failure, Diabetes, Dementia, Wheel chair, Oxygen, walkers, gate belts, Hoyer lift, companionship, cooking, driving to Dr. visits taking notes, and medications. I took care of my mom for many years and many clients, but I took...
Julie can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia
Grace B.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Grace B. I am a graduate from the University of Iowa on the Pre-Occupational Therapy track. I majored in Therapeutic Recreation with a certificate in Disability Studies. I have worked at Child Serve for over three years in different areas such as Respite/SCL care, teaching in the Autism Day Program room, and I am currently...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Johnston, IA
Mary K.
5.0
Absolutely delightful and went above and beyond to care for my dog! I would definitely hire again!!
- Robyn R.
Mary L.
5.0
Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a special needs dog that wasn't the...
- Corrie R.
Christine S.
5.0
Christine helped me with errands, household management, and laundry for 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, and so helpful.
- Care member
Naomi B.
5.0
she’s kind caring loving always generous and gives off a genuine vibe every time we speak
- Care member
Jenna R.
5.0
Jenna was great with our two dogs. We really appreciate her kind demeanor and professionalism. I would highly recommend Jenna.
- Lisa M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Johnston, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Johnston, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Johnston, IA, 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 Johnston, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Johnston, IA is $17.50 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 Johnston, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Johnston, IA. 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 Johnston, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Johnston, IA, 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 Johnston, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Johnston, IA, 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.