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Hey there!! I'm Charisma and I'm so excited that you took a moment to review my profile. My background and experience in childcare goes back about 20 years to my sophomore year in high school. At that time I took on my first nanny gig of 3-month-old twins and a their 2-year-old sister. Since then I have nannied and babysat for...
Charisma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hey there!! I'm Charisma and I'm so excited that you took a moment to review my profile. My background and experience in childcare goes back about 20 years to my sophomore year in high school. At that time I took on my first nanny gig of 3-month-old twins and a their 2-year-old sister. Since then I have nannied and babysat for...
Kristin S.
Millersville, MD
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am happy to provide pet sitting services for you.. Although I am happy to stop by for visits as many times needed to check on your pet, I unfortunately can not board them at my home. I can provide pet sitting services for a wide variety of pets. I am also happy to provide dog walking services. I have worked at petsmart and...
Kristin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kristin did a wonderful job taking care of our dog while we were away for the weekend! She asked lots of questions during the meet and greet about our dogs likes/dislikes, routine, health, etc to make sure she had everything she would need. She sent lots of...
Allison C.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience with companion animals. I am an Animal Behavior Technologist, specializing in the management of problem behaviors exhibited by dogs and cats. I have a degree in Animal Behavior Sciences and Technology and 5 years of experience in training. I offer training and behavior consultations for dogs,...
Laura can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training
5.0
"Laura has been so good with my guinea pigs, and I appreciate her taking on the tough tasks like cutting nails, which has always been a harrowing experience for me. She's so dependable, and has come over when I'm unable to be home, so I've never had to change my...
Jean C.
5.0
(1)
I previously worked for a nonprofit (social services agency) in New York; specifically, a program named Passage of Hope, which provides therapeutic care services to children ages 12 -17. I am currently interning at a Research Refuge in Maryland Tues - Sat 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and am available between the hours of 5pm-10 p.m....
Clara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Clara has been such a help to my family. She is super sweet, smart, patient and kind. My 5 year old son loves her and she has been doing a great job keeping him up to speed with school."
Ethelyn D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring, loving compassionate pet caregiver. Loves dogs and cats. Seeking to provide pet service to loving cats and dogs.
Sonia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sonia is amazing. She was a consistent and speedy communicator. When she came over to our house for the walk-through I found her to be warm, respectful, and enthusiastic. I felt very comfortable with her in our home while we were away. She sent us texts each visit...
Dana C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello family,
My name is Denise. I'm originally from Brazil, and I moved to the US about four years ago as part of an au pair exchange program. I have over 10 years of experience in childcare services and have cared for children of all ages, but my specialty is babies and toddlers. I just graduated with an MBA and I'm in the...
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Denise was wonderful with our 6 month year old. We couldn't recommend her enough!"
Dennis P.
Daijah W.
Baltimore, MD
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone.
I have a well-rounded background in care giving (13+ years in childcare, 5 years nannying)
26 years of age -
currently in college to obtain a bachelors degree: Science in Nursing - Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing, with an undergrad in Early Childhood Education.
Current Certifications :
First Aid/CPR...
Daijah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Daijah was an exceptional sitter for our family. She took great care of our 1 year old son. She is a great communicator and flexible which was appreciated as my husband and I both have schedules that are outside the norm and change often. Daijah was very attentive...
Chantasy B.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Criminal Background Check issued for the state of Maryland, March 2024. Will provide upon employment consideration.
Exposure to rendering childcare for over 25 years. Background includes nannying to families with 3 children or less, both part and full-time. Age-range includes infant to 11 years of age. Additionally, 10 years+...
Adrienne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"When searching to find someone to watch my kids my number one goal is to be able to leave and know that my kids are in good hands. I want to leave without stressing if everything will be okay. With Adrienne I can assure you that, that is the case! Thanks Adrienne...
Jillian M.
Starling T.
Baltimore, MD
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Elementary Mathematics Educator- Available For Child Care And Or Private Tutoring Services
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm an MSDE certified mathematics teacher for grades 4-9. I taught 5th, 7th and 8th grade math in Baltimore City for 5 years. I also worked for the Yleana Leadership Foundation tutoring Baltimore City high school students the mathematics portion of the SAT. I am able to provide tutoring services for any age range in K-12,...
5.0
"Starling is a gifted teacher. I wish she were my daughter's full time teacher. My daughter relearned a whole years worth of pre-Algebra in four months meeting with her two hours a week. She always hated math because she felt stupid and was afraid to ask questions....
Martha H.
Marie-ange K.
Catonsville, MD
$30-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 26 years old and study chemical engineering at the UMBC.
I have been known to be energetic, caring, and patient. I love to incorporate nature and art into fun activities with the children. I am interested in babysitting and would also be happy to assist your children with online schooling. I have an Associates Degree in...
Marie-ange can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marie is just so natural with the kids ! She is awesome! Plus I had an emergency with one of the kids, and she responded even though her contract was technically over. She is a gem."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Megan and I attended Wake Forest University where I was a Health and Exercise Science Major and chemistry minor. I am currently attending graduate school at Duke to earn my doctorate in physical therapy where my goal is to become a PT with a specialty in neurological and vestibular conditions. I have been riding...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan was immediately at ease with the children, 9yrs and 5yrs, playing with them and chatting to them with enthusiasm and interest. She was energetic and fun leaving a lasting impression with them both. She was prompt on arrival, and was clean and tidy, rinsing...
Sally M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Almost every job that I've held has involved working with children. I've worked with kids in many capacities. For about two years, I worked as a camp counselor with kids as young as 5 up to middle school ages. Additionally, I worked as a party host for children's birthday's and other events. For the past four years, I've been...
Trista can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"she seemed great but her hours were not compatible with our needs. I was impressed with her."
Elsa W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience in early childhood education. I can help with Travel and Errands. Light house keeping and cooking. I love to work with children of all ages. Please message me if you think you could use my services!
Nyinde can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Niyinde was very nice and pleasant. I hope I can utilize her help again. She seems very responsible and reliable and loves kids. Thank you Yin!"
Erica M.
5.0
(2)
Hello! Shannon here and I have 6 plus years of housekeeping/cleaning experience (not including being a "housekeeper in my home to my 2 kids, oops... I mean my husband & 1 child haha) I worked as a housekeeper for 2 years and also owned a very small, local, housecleaning company that we stopped due to my pregnancy & moving. I...
Shannon can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"Shannon has a keen attention to detail and helped with everything I needed in a timely manner"
Alyse H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello , I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medication Tech and a Geriatric Nursing Assistant. I have 10 years of experience in this field. I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's , hoyer lift , bathing , dressing, feeding etc , incontinent care, companionship , meal prep, light house keeping and wound care....
Justina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"i highly recommend hiring justina! she’s the BEST you’ll ever get. she watches my 2 kids all the time and they and i LOVE her. "
Care member
Leobella P.
Glen Burnie, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leobella from Glen Burnie MD. I am a hard working, honest and kind person. You can hire me because of my attitude, you can always teach me skills. I can provide character references if needed.
My work experiences here in USA are as follows:
Companion Carer/Caregiver - Severna Park MD May 2, 2021 up to August...
Leobella can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Very pleasant person to help me with my Lymphoma care. She is knowledgeable and willing to learn new techniques. I highly recommend Leobella for your Caregiver needs."
Donna B.
Blossom J.
Columbia, MD
$31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as happy, flexible, and dependable.
I love working with kids! I truly enjoy their company!
I'm looking for a job that has a healthy environment.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. I'm the oldest of 7, so all my life I've been looking after children!
In my spare time, I like to...
Blossom can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Blossom is absolutely the best. She never fails to exceed my expectations! I just hired to clean my house and she even watched the kids, made them food and cleaned my pool! She even taught my 4 yr son how to swim! I love her so much so sad she moved away!!!"
Care member
4.4
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
(One time jobs only) Hi! I am an occupational therapy assistant and on the side I babysit. I have watched children for the past 11 years including children 2 weeks old-13 years as well as children with special needs. I attended school at the University of Mary Washington as well as St Catherine Univ. I graduated in April with my...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was great with my ten year old and two year old. She was very good at communicating prior to the day scheduled and was very flexible when times needed to be adjusted. I would definitely hire her again!"
Erin M.
Ashley G.
Glen Burnie, MD
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Services Include Date Night Babysitter, Housekeeper And Pet Sitter
4.4
(15)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ashley. I am 35 years old. I've been in child care for over 15 years. I currently work in Annapolis as a lead teacher. I am currently a lead teacher in the toddler room! I've worked with all ages 6 weeks to 12 years old! I babysit on weeknights after 4:15 p.m. and weekends to get some extra money. I go to...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is wonderful with our daughter and pups. She is extremely organized and detail-oriented. She always follows my instructions to the letter and goes above and beyond to keep the house picked up, dishes away, etc. We love having Ashley at our home!"
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Linthicum Heights, MD
Kristin S.
5.0
We hired Kristen to feed our 3 cats over the Thanksgiving holiday. She did a great job keeping me posted on her schedule, sending pictures of our girls, sharing how much they ate, etc. She cleaned up elimination problems and vomit without complaint and cleaned out the litter boxes She even agreed...
- Joie M.
Laura E.
5.0
Laura has been so good with my guinea pigs, and I appreciate her taking on the tough tasks like cutting nails, which has always been a harrowing experience for me. She's so dependable, and has come over when I'm unable to be home, so I've never had to change my schedule to make timing work. All the...
- Jean C.
Clara H.
5.0
Clara has been such a help to my family. She is super sweet, smart, patient and kind. My 5 year old son loves her and she has been doing a great job keeping him up to speed with school.
- Ethelyn D.
Sonia P.
5.0
Sonia is amazing. She was a consistent and speedy communicator. When she came over to our house for the walk-through I found her to be warm, respectful, and enthusiastic. I felt very comfortable with her in our home while we were away. She sent us texts each visit she made and filled us in on...
- Dana C.
Denise P.
5.0
Denise was wonderful with our 6 month year old. We couldn't recommend her enough!
- Dennis P.
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Linthicum Heights, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Linthicum Heights, MD, 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 Linthicum Heights, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Linthicum Heights, MD is $27.00 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 Linthicum Heights, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Linthicum Heights, MD. 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 Linthicum Heights, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Linthicum Heights, MD, 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 Linthicum Heights, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Linthicum Heights, MD, 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.