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I've worked with children, teenagers, and adults on the proper way to speak English. Most of my tutoring was done at public services offering help with English and Computers. I volunteered to help non-english speaking citizens who needed help in order to pass an exam or job interview.
5.0
(4)
I have cared for dogs and cats my whole adult life. Currently have 4 cats and working for a dog walking/pet sitting service. My schedule is somewhat flexible. Additionally.
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious...
Amanda F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jackie and I have my own dog training business. I offer in home training for all ages and breeds of dogs. Anything from basic behavior issues to desensitizing to certain triggers, I can help with it all! Feel free to inquire about the services offered as well as check us out on our website and IG. Besides the dog...
Jackie can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jackie did a great job looking after my pet rabbit while I was out of town. She communicated with me throughout the whole process and took great care of my bunny. I would hire her again and totally recommend her to others!"
Lauren R.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a special needs caregiver for over 25 years and care for clients of all ages.
I empathetically and patiently Provide for the clients emotional, physical and mental needs.
I provide support with daily tasks to all my challenged clients with love and respect.
I accompany to school/classes/therapies if desire and...
4.0
"Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is."
Samantha B.
Elizabeth H.
Washington, DC
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My husband and I watched dogs for over a year using a service. We both grew up in dog homes, being lucky enough to have several furry family members throughout the years. We loved the experience of having so many dogs around again and our pooch loved all his new friends. We had several regulars who trusted us with their pups....
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Before the pandemic I was working at a catholic school cafeteria as a manager and a server for nine years. I can provide a reference.
Since March 2021 I worked with five families with contracts varying from 2 month to a year and half. I have excellent references/reviews from all families. So far, I have worked with babies...
Seblewengel can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Seblewengel (Mimi) has been nanny to our son for the past year or so, and has been truly fantastic, A++. She started with us when our son was 2 months old, and now he is nearly 1. The only reason we are not staying with Mimi is because we are moving away from DC....
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, I enjoy working, helping and care giving. I have over 10 years of experience in Physical Therapy Assistance.
Renee can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"Renee, my organizer, is an absolute gem! Respectful, responsible, and diligent are just a few words to describe her. Her attention to detail and dedication shine through in every task she takes on. Working with Renee has been a pleasure, as she not only keeps...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
LET ME DO THE DIRTY WORK! I'm a seasoned cleaning professional that takes pride in sparking joy in my customers' homes. I provide all types of cleaning including, top to bottom, move in and move out, laundry, and organizing services that are suggested by the customer. My goal is to build a consistent and reliable home cleaning...
Oyunjargal can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Dona is awesome! We had to clean the apartment before we move out, and landlord was asking very detailed cleaning. Dona is really detail oriented, and cleaned the apartment really well. I was able to get my full deposit from the landlord. Highly recommended."
Eddie G.
Katie S.
Arlington, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a doctor of physical therapy who recently graduated and have a few months off! Aside from babysitting, I have experience with kids from healthcare and education opportunities. I was an English as a Second Language Teacher in Prague for 15 children aged 4-11. Although I did not know Czech, I was...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie was great at taking care of my 4 kiddos, pets and light cleaning. We definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a great sitter! The kids keep asking about her and miss playing games with her the most."
Amy R.
Tyler H.
Capitol Heights, MD
$17-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tyler I am a recent college graduate. I have graduated the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Biology. I have experience working with children from ages 2-14. I have been able to create a creative space for children as well a teaching space. I also have experience working with special...
Tyler can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Zeina F.
Washington, DC
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Experienced Occupational Therapy Student
5.0
(2)
My name is Zeina, I am a licensed doctor of Occupational Therapy, I am 26 years old and I have worked with children for the past 10 years. I am looking to pick up some babysitting hours on weekends! I currently live in DuPont and work at a special education school in DC. A little bit of my history: I was previously a babysitter...
Zeina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zeina is an extremely organized, caring, and respectful young woman. And she can cook too!"
Laina D.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Queeny and I work with children professionally including school aged children and little ones ages 0-3. Can you guess my profession? I look at the family holistically, supporting children in their activities of daily living (feeding, toileting, etc), self regulation, fine motor, etc. I utilize a lot of crafts that are...
Queeny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Queeny was always on time and willing to do what was asked of her. She is easy to be around and talk to. We felt comfortable having her in our home."
Joanna G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. In 2020 I graduated with my BSN and work as a registered nurse in the DMV area. I BLS/CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified.
I have over 7...
Shannel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shannel is great with my 5 month old and 2 year old. She was able to do light house keeping, and keep the children occupied as I work at home. My 2 year old love her fun meals.
She's very attentive, always on time, if she isn't sure about something she asks me....
Janet B.
5.0
(3)
It has been an absolute pleasure caring for, nurturing, and watching children grow into amazing people for the pass 12 years. I've had the pleasure of working for amazing families and corporations including nannying for the Washington Nationals for 3 seasons and has served as the infant nursery care giver for Sunday services at...
Delcarla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Del Carla serves as one of the Sunday morning childcare providers in the nursery for a church at which I used to work. As the former Director of Christian Education, I had oversight of the childcare programs and Del Carla. She was and continues to be a kind,...
Noelle C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for checking out my bio :). I like to think of myself as a well seasoned caregiver as I have been professionally caregiving since the age of 15. I've worked in a variety of settings for children all the way to geriatric. I've worked as a daycare assistant, nanny, caregiver to the elderly, recreational therapist,...
5.0
"I am a first time mom so finding someone I was comfortable with as well as my daughter (1 y/o) is really important. Regina fit all of my requirements and my daughter loves her she lights up when ever she sees her. I love that I can be away from home and focus what...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Asena, and I'm a graduate student at American University studying Global Governance. I've been a full time nanny in the past, and have several families who would be happy to provide you with recommendations.
I love kids, being outdoors, and staying active. I would be happy to provide babysitting services for...
5.0
"Asena is experienced, reliable, engaging and adaptable. She communicates clearly. The kids had a good day with her and they engaged in a variety of activities inside and outside the home. Definitely plan to hire her again."
Albert B.
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...
Beverly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Alice A.
Riverdale, MD
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
CNA/CMT/first Aid/ CPR; I Want To Live-in With The Clients And Assisted Them With ADLs.
5.0
(4)
8 years experienced caregiver , well experienced in Dementia , Alzheimer's, and hospice care. Skills are; Activities of Daily Living, Medication management and reminders, toileting, companionship, Bathing, exercise assistance, Grooming, meal Preparation, feeding, Light housekeeping, Laundry management and Escort Services like...
Alice can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Alice is a knowledgeable and experienced caregiver who demonstrated compassion in delivering comfort while completing her duties."
Care member
5.0
(5)
My name is Loruama. I'm 29-year-old and I was an au pair for two wonderful families in Dallas, TX for 2 years. I have experience taking care of kids between 2 months to 9 years old. I also worked as a nanny for a families for almost a year. I'm from Brazil, but now I'm living in Long Island. I love both kids and animals and love...
Loruama can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Loruama is amazing with my children. I'm always in contact asking her to watch my kids and help me with the house. She helps me a lot! She's amazing with the kids (they love her) and does a wonderful job cleaning the house. I highly recommend her!"
Ingrid L.
5.0
(1)
I have also been tutoring for six years, and I am now expanding my services and am looking for more customers.
I was a dual enrollment student throughout high school and I graduated with my associate's degree at the age of 17 years old. I am currently a senior in college and am pursuing a degree in Business Administration.
I...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mount Rainier, MD
Rachel L.
5.0
We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious throughout the pandemic. I've had no...
- Amanda F.
Jackie M.
5.0
Jackie did a great job looking after my pet rabbit while I was out of town. She communicated with me throughout the whole process and took great care of my bunny. I would hire her again and totally recommend her to others!
- Lauren R.
Annette K.
4.0
Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is.
- Samantha B.
Seblewengel J.
5.0
Seblewengel (Mimi) has been nanny to our son for the past year or so, and has been truly fantastic, A++. She started with us when our son was 2 months old, and now he is nearly 1. The only reason we are not staying with Mimi is because we are moving away from DC. From the very start, Mimi has been...
- Care member
Renee G.
5.0
Renee is currently providing outstanding caregiver assistance for my elderly parent. She is truly a godsend who consistently goes above beyond the requirements. A wonderful addition to our team of caregivers. A true gem in every sense of the word!
- Richard B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mount Rainier, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mount Rainier, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mount Rainier, MD is $12.00 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 Mount Rainier, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mount Rainier, 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.