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Jamie L.
Larkspur, CA
$35-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
Jamie Your Go To Helper For Childcare, Pet Care, House Care, And Senior Support
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamie! With a degree in Psychology and HR, and a child nutrition diploma, plus years of hands-on experience, I offer a range of services to make life easier for you and your family.
I'm a CPR certified childcare pro with experience as a preschool teacher, nanny, and au pair. I'm also passionate about pet care, offering...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Paula K.
Larkspur, CA
$20-45/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. There's a lot of love and empathy in the care I provide. I prefer first name basis as it's more personal. In addition to managing appointment diary and schedule, I can provide other secretarial duties. I can also do food shopping, light...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Sayoko G.
Larkspur, CA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience, dementia care, hospice care in the facility and private. I can help with Transportation Services.
Sayoko can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Emily! I have been watching children for 15 years, and I have watched all ages from infants to teens. I have spent many hours with infants and was a live-in travel nanny for a family with an infant and 4-year-old. I am able to drive and I have my own car. I am a fun, friendly and energetic. I love to be outside...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is FANTASTIC. She is loving and fun and an all-around cool person to be around! Any family would be extremely lucky to have Emily spending time with their kids.
More details: Emily watched my approximately 6-month-old who was VERY challenging and it was...
Julia C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aarti. I have been babysitting/ caring for children in different settings for about 9 years. I go to Dominican University currently getting my masters in Occupational Therapy. From basic care and camp counseling to working at a Pediatric CP clinic, I have lots of experience! I really enjoy hiking, baking, and...
Aarti can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aarti has been watching my kids for 5 years. She is amazing! She is always on time, has fun with them, is smart, creative and easygoing. She is our kids' first choice babysitter!"
Jill M.
Mayra C.
San Rafael, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hi my name is Mayra.. who's looking weekends nights or after 5 p.m. weekly. I am a mother of three boys I like children and work with them., I have experience in caring over 18 years and I have a recently family that I work paid over last six years till (July 7th 2019) I enjoy to play with kids and I am responsible in the...
Mayra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"She is a reliable person, very responsible with her work, very hardworking and likes to work with children because she loves children, she likes children to experience nature playing in the park, has good references and above all a lot of experience In childcare....
Delmi C.
Aliza S.
San Anselmo, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Motivated & Patient, Fun, Professional, Caregiver, Sitter & Assistant
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I live a life of service as a caregiver & in hospice care. My experiences include the medical field & teaching pre-K/elementary. Most rewarding was working in a post-trauma Adaptive Rehab & assisting a paraplegic for 1 year. My joy was caring for 14K patients in a private medical office, including training my assistants &...
5.0
"Aliza is an unusually gifted caregiver. She is very caring and so very competent. In addition Aliza is always helpful and goes far beyond what is expected. We feel grateful to have found her."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a genuine, caring, responsible, and energetic person who loves animals of all sizes. I have had many different pets throughout my life, and have experience caring for/pet sitting a variety of different animals. For more info on pet services and experience, please feel free to reach out!
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Julia is a great person who did a fine job taking care of our shy cat. While I didn't know Julia before meeting her in person, I had no trouble trusting her completely once I did.
She also watered some plants that needed it while we were away.
I strongly...
Hank Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Lauren! I'm 27 years old, and moving to California in November 2024. I have a passion for working with kids, which is why I got my degree in human services.
I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn - 16 years old. I've worked as a babysitter for over 12 years, and I have been a nanny for the...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren is a gem. When she walked into our home the first time it was like sunshine coming in. My son was immediately excited to bond with her; some people are just that natural with kids and connect instantly, and she is one of them. She knows exactly how to play...
Jen L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable, proactive, and deeply committed to providing compassionate care. I take pride in being attentive to my clients' needs and consistently strive to offer support that enhances their comfort, independence, and well-being. I have hands-on experience working with patients living with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, and...
Renato can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Renato was a caregiver for my husband, Charles, who had Parkinson’s Disease. Renato first assisted him in our home for four months. Then he cared for for my husband in an assisted living community for a year and a half. He was with Charles while he was in the...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Va. I am from the Fiji Islands. I have been a caregiver for 18+years. I am a caring, compassionate and hardworking person. I provide a comprehensive array of services to support the needs and lifestyle of those I take care of. My skills vary from companionship, dementia, alzheimer's, Parkinson's stroke, hoyer lift,...
Va can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Va came to us during a difficult time for my mum . She's very knowledgeable about caring for the elderly. She possesses the ultimate "can do" attitude while taking on all the tasks with a positive energy and a smile. She's trustworthy and reliable. I would...
Mary J.
Charlotte H.
Belvedere Tiburon, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I recently graduated with a BM in Vocal Performance and BA in Psychology and I am in the Bay Area this summer before I begin my Master's in Music Therapy. I am available for babysitting/any help that is needed. I am also available to teach voice lessons. I have 15+ years of experience babysitting and I am a camp director...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My five year old had a great time with Charlotte! She was on time, easy going and flexible when my event ran late. I highly recommend her."
Danielle S.
5.0
(5)
Looking for creative, compassionate engagement through music for your loved one? I'm an experienced eldercare and dementia specialist and professional musician, offering in person (in Marin County) and virtual (over zoom or FaceTime) sessions to enhance your loved one's quality of life.
Sessions might include personalized...
Katharina can also help with: Respite care, dementia
5.0
"- Katrina worked with our loved one both in person and then virtually through Covid, using music, outings, dancing, and other methods of creative engagement to support her quality of life
- Katrina created activity plans, personalized suggestions, and ideas for...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sonia. I am from Colombia, and I studied physical therapy. Because I am a native speaker of Spanish, I can teach the children Spanish if so you wish. I have 5 years of experience in babysitting children of all ages groups, including newborns, toddlers, preteens, and teens. I enjoy reading to little children. I...
Sonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sonia has been our after school nanny for the last year! She takes our kids everywhere, is flexible, dependable and so fun for our kids. I would keep her forever if we could!"
Katie O.
5.0
(5)
Hello,
My name is Nadia and I am an honest, patient, responsible, dependable and compassionate caregiver with 16 years of experience in geriatric care. My passion is to be a caretaker for elderly folks who need assistance in their daily lives. I provide a comprehensive array of services to support their lifestyle, depending on...
Nadia can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
5.0
"She's the absolute best. She and her family cared for my father for seven years."
John P.
4.8
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest in my cleaning services. I have been cleaning homes for more than nine years and have experience with every part of house cleaning. My experience includes but is not limited to cleaning bathrooms, sweeping and mopping floors, washing windows, cleaning all kitchen surfaces and appliances, and all...
Maria can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, window washing & more
5.0
"Maria has been cleaning our large apartment for a year and a half. Our apartment is spotless when she is done. She is organized and efficient. I recommend her highly."
Care member
Sandra G.
Richmond, CA
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Sandra and I've been a nanny for 10+ years. I've cared for newborns all the way up to 10-year-olds. The service I provide is caring for children, transportation for children, cooking for children, cleaning up after children, take kids to activities such as parks, library, museum etc. I'm looking for a long term...
5.0
"If you need a nanny or know anyone in need of an absolutely fabulous nanny, please hire Sandra! She's fabulous! Sandra was the calm in our storm and probably saved my life when I had three babies in diapers at the same time and was running my business. We’ve...
Care member
4.9
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Convalescent hospitals, acute care facilities, Quality Care Registry for 10 yrs, I got my Nursing Assistant Certificate in 1980 Graduated from Santa Rosa Junior College in 1982 studied Anatomy, Physiology and all aspects of Nursing trends and issues. Home Health aide Certificate in 1990, worked in Cloverdale General Hospital...
Leticia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"punctual and a very vibrant demenour was quiet when we needed her to be and was there ready to chat with my grandma when needed overall a great worker."
Care member
Tracy N.
San Rafael, CA
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
CNA, Caregiver, CPR And First Aid Training, Companion And I Have Own Transportation.
5.0
(2)
My experience is with elder care and the disabled of all ages. I have great knowledge with Diabetes, Alzheimer's, Dementia, MS, Parkinson's, Cerebral palsy, cancer patients, quad/paraplegics, hospice care, and many more conditions. I can help your loved one's with any medical and non-medical needs they may have. I do personal...
Tracy can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Until very recently, Tracy was our mom's in-home caregiver, for the last few years of her life, and I really can't stress too much how very fortunate, and grateful, we are that Tracy was part of Mom's extended family during that time. Of course, Tracy was entirely...
Marc D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a highly skilled Nanny and housekeeping with verifiable references, I had been working as a full -time nanny for private families for more than 10 years helping them in childcare, errands, housekeeping, cooking and pet sitting.
I was adept in attending to the emotional, physical and behavioral needs of children aged 0 to...
Mirian can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mirian has been a wonderful part of our family since the children were young. She is great with kids of all ages, fun but also able to ensure rules are followed and kids are safe. She is also very helpful around the house and willing to clean, keep things tidy,...
Darcy M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Larkspur, CA
Emily K.
5.0
You will not find a better caregiver for your child than Emily. She was with our family for two years from when our daughter was 6 months old and quickly and seamlessly became a part of the family. She is loving and well versed in positive discipline techniques. She is proactive and learned what our...
- Alexandria G.
Aarti S.
5.0
Aarti has been watching my kids for 5 years. She is amazing! She is always on time, has fun with them, is smart, creative and easygoing. She is our kids' first choice babysitter!
- Jill M.
Mayra C.
4.0
She is a reliable person, very responsible with her work, very hardworking and likes to work with children because she loves children, she likes children to experience nature playing in the park, has good references and above all a lot of experience In childcare. I can recommend them.Thank you
- Delmi C.
Aliza S.
5.0
Aliza is an unusually gifted caregiver. She is very caring and so very competent. In addition Aliza is always helpful and goes far beyond what is expected. We feel grateful to have found her.
- Care member
Julia J.
5.0
Julia is a great person who did a fine job taking care of our shy cat. While I didn't know Julia before meeting her in person, I had no trouble trusting her completely once I did.
She also watered some plants that needed it while we were away.
I strongly recommend her.
- Hank Z.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Larkspur, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Larkspur, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Larkspur, CA, 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 Larkspur, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Larkspur, CA is $27.67 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 Larkspur, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Larkspur, CA. 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 Larkspur, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Larkspur, CA, 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 Larkspur, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Larkspur, CA, 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.