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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: Live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & 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 sitting, pet walking
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, 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
(1)
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: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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
"Jenna was great with our two dogs. We really appreciate her kind demeanor and professionalism. I would highly recommend Jenna."
Lisa M.
4.9
(12)
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: Home modification, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"Shannon is patient which is wonderful for my Dad. She's also creative in thinking of things to get my Dad out of his apartment and doing activities he enjoy. She's done a great job taking care of booking appointments and being with him to help him hear what people...
Jill S.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
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
(12)
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: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Paulette was a compassionate companion for my father. I felt very confident in the care my father received.
Deb"
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.
Sonya S.
Des Moines, IA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(7)
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: Errands, hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & 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: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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: Dementia, personal care, home modification
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with a background in working with the geriatric and pediatric populations. I love spending time with my family, friends and pets. My hobbies include singing, reading, traveling, and writing. I'm exploring other options outside of the healthcare world that will still allow me to use my skills...
Jenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I've been an Occupational Therapy Assistant for the last 5 years. I have experience working with the geriatric and pediatric populations. I absolutely loved working in the memory care units at a skilled nursing facility. Currently, I am working with children with developmental and learning disabilities; although I'm...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Laci V.
Ankeny, IA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, a positive optimistic
I like caring for seniors because I have a lot of love to give and they need it.
I'm looking for a job that has flexibility
I started caring for seniors when covid hit and saw how our loved ones were being treated.
In my spare time, I like to kayak and care...
Laci can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kealey! I have a bachelors degree in child adult and family services from Iowa state university. I've also done service learning, internships and have worked in therapy centers, special ed classrooms, and in daycare. I've worked as a professional nanny for almost 10 years. I have nannied for children ages birth-12 years...
Kealey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
My Name is Lindsey! I graduated from BYU and am currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at the University of Utah. I am student clinician, and have lots of experience planning performing speech/ language therapy treatment with little ones. I am an expert on child cognitive, language, and speech...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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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.
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.
Shannon R.
5.0
Shannon has been extremely helpful in assisting my senior father over the last couple of years. I live in a different state from my father and it is very reassuring knowing that Shannon is helping him with so many important things - medicine organization and monitoring, communicating with doctors...
- Kathleen M.
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
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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.