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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care, along with the activities of daily living.
Skills:
CNA
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. I have 13 years of experience providing reliable childcare for families, and I'm comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. I have experience with children of all ages, from infants to preteens, and I'm certified in...
Cheyenne can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have been worked with an wide array of individuals ranging from preschoolers to individuals with special needs, individuals with behavioral challenges, elderly people, and more. I have a bachelors degree in counseling psychology and a minor in child health services. I am CPR, First Aid, AED, certified. I was previously med...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Katie and I have babysat in the past, but essentially my work is in the social services working with children and adults with disabilities and mental illnesses. I have my BA. I have worked with all ages from infancy to elderly.
I am a very passionate individual with loads of experience. I will send a resume if you...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I provide home care services for elderly with different health conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and general elderly care. I can drive, take my clients to doctors' appointments, do light housekeeping, I can cook delicious meals. I have several years of experience working as a caregiver, and can provide excellent...
Evey can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Hello! I will provide any animal service needs. I have owned animals my entire life so I am comfortable with any task and any breed of animal.
Jessie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, My name is Julissa I am a graduate of Eastern Conn. State Uni. with a BS in Communications. I currently work at a nonprofit as a Program Director providing services for youth at risk. Along with that, I am an Administrative Camp Director for the nonprofit in the summer. I have previously worked at Camp Moe in Torrington, CT...
Julissa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification
I have worked with an wide array of individuals ranging from preschoolers to individuals with special needs, individuals with behavioral challenges, elderly people, and more. I have a bachelors degree in counseling psychology and a minor in child health services. I am CPR, First Aid, AED, certified. I was previously med...
Hi, my name is Atira. I am a 40-year-old young woman (semi-retired from massage therapy of 14yrs) no children of my own, but I love the presence of children around me. The energy of children bring me joy. I cared for infant babies, toddlers, and young children for most of my life. I've worked at daycare's, early learning...
Atira can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Chelsea L.
Torrington, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Professional And Social Worker Seeking Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Position.
Hi there! My name is Chelsea and I have been working with children for the past 12 years.
I started out my career working in a daycare setting. In this setting I worked with children of all ages as well as supervised staff. After graduating with my Master's in Social Work, I began working for child protective services. I worked...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I currently provide care to a woman on the weekends, I've been working with her since April of this year. Sadly, the woman whom I worked for on the weekdays for the last two years recently passed away. I love caring for others and I enjoy my time working with the disabled and elderly. I am currently pursuing a career in nursing...
Chelsea can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, transportation, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
5.0
"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...
Anna B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Available at your service with over 10 years' experience working with children of all ages where laughter's the best medicine! Preparing dinners that are simple, kid-friendly, and healthy for the whole family to enjoy, making cleanup a hop, skip, and jump!
Homework is very important and something I can assist with easily....
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Courtney to pick up my son on the days I'm attending my nursing school clinicals and she has been a Godsend. She is so polite, kind and helpful and is absolutely wonderful with my son. I am so so glad I met and hired her!"
Yvette M.
Claudine S.
Southington, CT
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I live in Southington and have a master degree in marriage and family therapy. I was working for non profit agencies for over 10 years when I wanted to make more of a difference for families. I have been working as a nanny/babysitter full time for over 7 years now. I have worked for families long term as well as the...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families,
My name is Laura, I've been a professional nanny for about 13 years now. While I truly enjoy working with little ones, I especially love engaging them in fun activities and getting to know their unique personalities. I have extensive experience in infant and pediatric care.
I have a background in mental health...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I were luck to have Laura in our lives! She joined us when our son was just over a year old and has been truly amazing ever since. From day one, she has always responded to our messages and calls promptly. She was always on time and remained flexible...
Keri W.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Strong medical background with ICU experience as a Nursing Technician/ Nursing Assistant, 20+ years of homecare experience specialized in memory care and dementia patients as well as Parkinson's Disease and end of life care/ hospice care. I have excellent references and great reputation as a caregiver , companion, cook and...
Maria can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maria was a dream come true. An absolute gem of a person. Very kind and patient. Friendly and professional. We enjoyed her company. She was amazing with my mother in law."
Steven J.
5.0
(3)
I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing)
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
Doreen can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Doreen was compassionate, caring and well versed in elder care! She was an absolute asset to our team of caregivers"
Marc L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy was great! My kids were immediately comfortable with her. They had a great evening and she tidied up after they were in bed. Will definitely have her come sit again!"
Care member
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sandra and I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled children, teens and adults 25 years ago. I also worked with K through 5 children as a before and after school teacher. Some of the students were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist doing ABA therapy. I also have...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sandra is very caring and compassionate. She cares about others and is dependable. She relates to children very well."
Rose D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Gosia.
I am experienced caregiver working in the field for over 20 years.
My experience includes:
- Working with elderly people with different kinds of health issues including: Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson,
Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Cardiovascular diseases and Physical disabilities
- Working with elderly...
Malgorzata can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in New Hartford, CT
Sandra W.
5.0
Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to work.
- Anna B.
Courtney R.
5.0
I hired Courtney to pick up my son on the days I'm attending my nursing school clinicals and she has been a Godsend. She is so polite, kind and helpful and is absolutely wonderful with my son. I am so so glad I met and hired her!
- Yvette M.
Laura F.
5.0
My husband and I were luck to have Laura in our lives! She joined us when our son was just over a year old and has been truly amazing ever since. From day one, she has always responded to our messages and calls promptly. She was always on time and remained flexible with her schedule as our schedule...
- Keri W.
Maria K.
5.0
Maria has been taking care of my Mom part time in a companion role. My Mom is in an Assisted Living facility and loves the time she gets to spend with Maria. She will get her out to go shopping, lunch or walks in the area. My Mom also loves the energy and friendship Maria brings to the relationship....
- Tim S.
Doreen K.
5.0
Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her.
- Dave L.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in New Hartford, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in New Hartford, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in New Hartford, CT, 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 New Hartford, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in New Hartford, CT is $17.00 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 New Hartford, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in New Hartford, CT. 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 New Hartford, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in New Hartford, CT, 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 New Hartford, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in New Hartford, CT, 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.