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Charles I.
Lakehurst, NJ
$15-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 20-year-old student with many years of experience of cleaning in many different environments. As a dedicated and experienced housekeeper, I take pride in providing top-notch cleaning and organizational services with a keen eye for detail. I specialize in all aspects of residential housekeeping, including dusting,...
Charles can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
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
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing childcare, senior care
and residential cleaning services for 20+ years. I am an extremely patient, honest, reliable, hardworking individual. I can provide excellent references.
Dianne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dianne is very loving with my baby and easy to work with."
Courtney L.
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.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate Care/companionship.
Palliative/hospice to general care giving. Bathing, toileting. Light housekeeping, meal prep, medication disbursement, shopping/ errands doctors appointments, etc. Alzheimer/ Dementia experience as well. Stroke recovery services as well.
Nancy can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I don’t think I could ever say enough wonderful things about Nancy. We feel so blessed to have found her.
Nancy has been working with my mom since early July 2024. My mom had a stroke back in January and after many months in the hospital and rehab we needed to...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tina, I have been providing senior care for over 10 years. I am people person, with friendly personality, very responsible. I love working with people, very caring and an awesome cook. Safe driver (no accidents in over 30 years) Looking for a full time position Live Out or Live in. I have a good understanding of...
Tina can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tina took excellent care of my mom for over 3 years including medication management, bathing/dressing, food shopping, transportation to doctor's visits. She is a very reliable and hard working caregiver. Tina went above and beyond to help care for my mom."
Sharon Z.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, such as Doctor Appointments or an Outing, Bathing/Dressing, Preparing Meals, Light Housekeeping, Food Shopping. I am reliable, caring and enjoy being a companion.
Lora can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I allowed Lora to care for my father, which means A LOT. He was my world."
Patti C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20years of housekeeping experience. Capable of working to a very high standard and on own initiative. Punctual, flexible and with an eye for detail and an ability to ensure a professional efficient and effective housekeeping service. Experience of babysitting , seniors care giving, running errands, dog sitting and...
Rima can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Rima cleaned my house first time last week and she did an exceptional job! Looking forward to her touch each month to keep me balanced. Very kind and focused on a job well done! Theresa"
Theresa R.
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: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great interview. Knowledgeable and open to suggestions. Our daughter was well taken care of."
Eugene 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: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CNA
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.
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
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: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, meal prep & 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.
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
Retired occupational therapy assistant looking to earn extra money. Love pets. . I have 2 cats.
Theresa can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
care for your dog/cat while at work or on vacation contact me for reliable services. I live locally
Sharon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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:)
Hi. I am available for various services including pets, children & errands. I have a wonderful dog & dog sit weekly
Erica can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I am a young grandmother currently involved in providing child care and would like to expand my services to helping seniors i. e., shopping, doctor appointments etc... I like helping others.
My rates are $17 - $35 an hour depending on job.
I am a really bright and hard working individual! I love to clean, care for others, work outdoors, garden, run errands, and have FUN! Life is too short to not do what I love to do!
I am very outgoing and love group settings but i'm also really content to work on my own. I...
Karylanne can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lakehurst, 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.
Dianne T.
5.0
Dianne worked for our family for 12 years. 4 children, 2 dogs. We miss her so much!!! (She moved home closer to family, we live in New Orleans). Always on time (early, actually), the kids adore her (we have already visited her if that tells you anything!) She was truly like a third parent for them...
- Allison C.
Teresa K.
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 on-time & available at a moments notice....
- NANCY P.
Nancy P.
5.0
I don’t think I could ever say enough wonderful things about Nancy. We feel so blessed to have found her.
Nancy has been working with my mom since early July 2024. My mom had a stroke back in January and after many months in the hospital and rehab we needed to find someone to help my dad care for...
- Care member
Tina Z.
5.0
Tina took excellent care of my mom for over 3 years including medication management, bathing/dressing, food shopping, transportation to doctor's visits. She is a very reliable and hard working caregiver. Tina went above and beyond to help care for my mom.
- Sharon Z.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lakehurst, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lakehurst, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lakehurst, 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 Lakehurst, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lakehurst, NJ is $15.00 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 Lakehurst, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lakehurst, 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 Lakehurst, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lakehurst, 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 Lakehurst, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lakehurst, 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.