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I have four years of teaching experience in special education. I have taught 4th-8th grade special education. The abilities ranging from learning disabilities, ADHD, social emotional, and other health impairments. I am currently taking a break from teaching, but am looking to help tutor struggling readers, writers,...
I have been working with children for 12 years ranging from ages 6 months-18 years old. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire with a double major in elementary education and special education. I taught Special Education for 4th-8th graders for 4 years. I am a therapy dog handler for my golden retriever that...
April can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a true animal lover! I've been taking care of animals for over 10 years. I have experience with dogs and cats, young to elderly. Services I'll provide: walks, feeding, play time, help with some training, administration of medicine, or supplements. Currently, I have 2 adorable cats at home and am working with 1 dog. Please...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Jenna B.
Mequon, WI
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Jenna. I am 22 years old and am the youngest and have three older brothers. Ever since I was younger I have been babysitting as I enjoy being around children. I currently work at an autism clinic doing 1:1 therapy with children. I love the outdoors, arts and crafts, and spending some time playing hockey.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sonata. I have 12 years experience working with kids of all ages. Before my family moved to the United States I worked 10 years in Lithuania in a day care center and later on 1. 8 years in USA. I was working in child care but we moved out from IL to WI. I am currently looking for a job since my two little boys...
Sonata can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
I am currently finishing up my senior year at UW Madison where I will receive my BA in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Linguistics. I also have a certificate in Disability Rights and Services. I have worked with all age ranges. I have 7 years of experience babysitting and nannying. Most recently, I have been a caregiver...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello, my name is Rebecca. I am a Nanny/Caregiver/House Manager looking for new clients in the North Shore and the surrounding areas. I have over 14 years of experience in home care and care-giving fields. I am currently working as a Household Manger/Nanny for a family privately. Some of the services I provide but am not limited...
Rebecca can also help with: Errands, transportation, specialized care, meal prep, personal care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am honest and dependable with a friendly personality. I specialize in seniors. I am 63-year-old woman and have hands on experience with daily care for seniors. I have assisted in therapy, exercises, medication, bathing, and even putting in contact lenses. I also have a career of working in the healthcare industry, retirement...
Laura can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Laura as I am recovering from total knee replacement surgery. She is punctual, reliable, pleasant to work with. She gave me rides to doctor appointments and outpatient physical therapy sessions. I would recommend her to anyone seeking senior caregivers."
Nirmala B.
Venessa H.
Milwaukee, WI
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm here to bring you consistent quality cleaning, in and around Milwaukee (bay view, Brookfield, west allis, Waukesha, etc.) One time cleans and recurring cleans offered. I also offer laundry services! Yay! I make sure to put a lot of love into my cleans. I understand the importance of having a clean space, because I...
Venessa can also help with: General room cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Vanessa is a lifesaver for me! She is great at communicating and coordinating with me. She's efficient and very detailed oriented! I'm so glad I selected her. If you are looking for someone trusting and dependable, Vanessa is the right person."
Maria G.
Jessica H.
Milwaukee, WI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/C.B.R.F Certified Looking For Part Time, Possibly Full Time Client.
5.0
(11)
Over the past 15 years I have worked in a variety of care settings. As a private duty caregiver, adult day services, assisted living facilities, group homes, and home healthcare. Providing skilled and compassionate care that is based on each clients individualized needs. I've been C. B. R. F certified approximately 12 years....
Jessica can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jessica skills are remarkable. The patience and knowledge shows the passion in her work. She leaves a marking in every heart she cares for. It was a pleasure to work with her."
Kim G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Bella :) I'm currently getting my masters in nursing from Marquette and I just moved back to the MKE area. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Dayton in Music Therapy, and I've been working as a pediatric music therapist in Ohio and Indiana for the past year or so. In addition to...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Isabella took care of our two little kids while we attended wedding with my husband. She arrived on time, was super friendly and sweet!! Our kids enjoyed their time with her. My son is normally little sensitive for changes and new things/ people but he was like he...
Marianna L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Madeline.... I am a mother of three beautiful children, 2 adult girls and 1 adult son that is now a dad himself. My husband and I have been married 35 years and going strong. All of my life I have worked as a child caregiver. I worked as a lead infant teacher with more than 27 years of employment and babysitter...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline has been nannying for us for a few weeks now, for my 3 month old, and she’s wonderful! Very caring, attentive, and does such a great job working with our baby on sleep shaping as he’s learning to nap in his crib. She’s reliable and always on time, and now...
Laurie H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a college grad who took an early retirement. I spent most of my career in health insurance and social services. I'm a mom to one son, now 35. I've done both in-home childcare and elder care. I'm great with pets as well. I'm active and young for my age.
I love to read books, do art projects, play games, teach new...
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Denise was great! My daughter enjoyed spending time with her."
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5.0
(49)
Hired by 43 families in your neighborhood
By focusing exclusively on the development of sensitively responsive, purposeful habits and structured schedules to facilitate growth and enrichment of the young child, I create secure, loving bonds. My stable routines offer preverbal children early exposure to languages, music, books, time outdoors and the benefits of learning...
Elaina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We are so fortunate to have found Elaina to help take care of our son. From day one, we were impressed by her professionalism and dedication to her job. She has been a caring, reliable, and loving presence in our home, and our son has thrived under her care. Elaina...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a love for children and have spent time as a full-time and part-time nanny. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I also have previous work experience with children diagnosed with Autism, and am familiar with ABA therapy. I love pets and enjoy children of all ages! Thank you for considering me. Feel free to contact me...
Emma can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma was one of our 3-year old daughter's favorite sitters, and we are sad that the timing won't work out for her to watch our daughter this school year. It's clear that Emma really enjoys time with kids - she dives in and plays, creates, and nurtures - it's not...
Christine A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In 2006, I began my experience with children at the Boys and Girls Club of America. I started as a volunteer in the PALS group (ages 3-5) where I learned how to incorporate arts and crafts into educational learning. I later became a tutor in 2008 for Middle and High School students in Reading Comprehension, Math (including...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings-I had taken an early retirement from full time work, having worked as a HUD funded Service Coordinator (similar to social worker) at a low-income senior/disabled housing complex. I also previously worked for Aurora Healthcare as well, on the business end and within a senior clinic. I am a college grad, and a non...
Denise can also help with: Respite care
5.0
"Denise was such an asset in helping us assist mom in maintaining her independence in senior housing. She came in 3-4 evenings a week for 2 hours to offer companionship visiting, sharing a snack and prompting to get ready for bed when needed until her Parkinson's...
Rebecca R.
Myungjee L.
Milwaukee, WI
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Thorough, Detailed, Dependable Housecleaner. Specialty - Move-in, Move-out
4.7
(13)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Experienced with detailed move-out and before move-in cleaning services. General cleaning also available. Self-motivated, great initiative.
Myungjee can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Myungjee and her partner are very kind. They clean deeper than most house cleaning companies. Be prepared to purchase a specific vacuum, mop, and cleaning supplies for Myungjee. This was new to me but feel that it is better than having a vacuum that is used in...
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Elissa D.
Milwaukee, WI
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ellie. I graduated with an Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Madison College and recently moved to the Milwaukee area. I have several years of babysitting experience with children ranging from 3 mo. of age to 12yrs old. I have experience doing more specialized care as well, working as a caregiver for...
Elissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellie has been our nanny for almost a year, and we can proudly say that she's the absolute best caregiver we could have asked for our toddler.
- When Ellie started out last year, our 9 month old was extremely clingy to us and had major separation anxiety. Ellie...
Nikhil T.
I am experienced with having pets and caring for them. I have in my lifetime owned two German Shepherd dogs. Each for 15 years at separate times. I trained both of my dogs, one of which became a therapy dog very early in its life. When my second dog passed on my husband and I adopted two cats. They, are trained to stay in our...
Marykay can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mequon, WI
Laura R.
5.0
Laura is very professional and tries very hard to do things. She is very conscientious and always tries to get things right. She is very observant and tries exceptionally hard to meet your needs. She is wonderful!
- Lynn M.
Venessa H.
5.0
Vanessa is a lifesaver for me! She is great at communicating and coordinating with me. She's efficient and very detailed oriented! I'm so glad I selected her. If you are looking for someone trusting and dependable, Vanessa is the right person.
- Maria G.
Jessica H.
5.0
Jessica is such a sweet, hard working young lady. She cares for everyone and treat everyone like family.
- Care member
Isabella K.
5.0
Isabella took care of our two little kids while we attended wedding with my husband. She arrived on time, was super friendly and sweet!! Our kids enjoyed their time with her. My son is normally little sensitive for changes and new things/ people but he was like he knew Isabella all along!! Would...
- Marianna L.
Madeline R.
5.0
Madeline babysits for us occassionally in the evenings. She is always responsive when I reach out, and she is on time (or early) for our scheduled dates; Madeline is very reliable. She seems genuinely excited to see the children, and the children are equally happy to see her.
- Karin C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mequon, WI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mequon, WI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mequon, WI, 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 Mequon, WI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mequon, WI is $20.86 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 Mequon, WI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mequon, WI. 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 Mequon, WI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mequon, WI, 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 Mequon, WI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mequon, WI, 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.