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Elishabah V.
North, VA
$12-17/hr
Hello I am a animal lover I have some of my own. Two dogs a bird and 4 cats. I grew up with animals my whole life. I'd love to help with yours. I do have two children homeschooled that are well behaved and would be with me if Services are required out of home. Any questions I am happy to answer.
Elishabah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(17)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Josephine.
I have 5 years of experience with residential and vacation property cleaning. I can help with all household cleaning to include but not limited to: bathroom, living room, bedrooms, laundry, kitchen, media room, and Organization (beyond standard tidying). I provide my own cleaning supplies and...
Josephine can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, window washing, organization & more
5.0
"Friendly, professional, reliable, extremely efficient and thorough. She gets all the work done while still being personable and attentive to all the members of my household (ranging in age from 8 - 77). Strongly recommended. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Caregiver and manager, retired Nuclear Medicine Tech with Masters degree in Business, Human Resources and Healthcare Administration, adept not only in providing direct care, but also facilitating collaboration with several medical providers/specialists. Excellent communicator, showing genuine care for my patients.
In a previous...
Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cindy is wonderful! She is kind, knowledgeable and dependable. She was encouraging to our mother and has a lovely personality."
Jan C.
Cheryl F.
Gloucester, VA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Supervisor
2008-2011 - New Creation Ministries Daycare Center - in Cobb's Creek, VA
Supervised children's Daycare Center performed all administrative and managerial duties
Hiring of staff members, training, scheduling, planning and budgeting for the center
Worked professionally and directly with children, parents, social...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi
I have 20+ years experience with pet care and handling. As part owner of a nationwide pet relocation service since 2003 I've learned every pet has their own special personality and needs.
Its always been about the safety and well being of the clients pets
Over the last 20 years I've been tasked with keeping thousands of...
Linda can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I worked with CSB, Community Service Board, in a group home with disabled individuals. I Assisted and gave supportive care to individuals with disabilities, dementia, and autism with their daily living skills and Administer medication. I Provided direct care and personal assistance to physically and intellectually disabled...
Cheryl F.
Gloucester, VA
$16-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Senior Care And Intellectual Disability Care Provider With CPR/AED/ First Aid
I have worked with individuals as well as in a group home working with Seniors. I Assist and Support individuals with disabilities and dementia with their daily living skills and Administer medication. Use general knowledge of the person centered principles, practices, and techniques, monitoring the individual, complete document...
Cheryl can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, errands, companionship
Erin P.
Saluda, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've grown up with pets. I've owned and watched small and large dogs, cats, fish, and birds.
Erin can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
I earned an AAS degree in OT Therapy and worked 20 years as an Activity Leader in Nursing Homes & Assisted Living facilities. I am a patient and very kind to the elderly poplulation. My most recent positions were in-home Companion Care for local seniors. I provided transportation services, meal preparation, meds and toileting...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
My name is Morgan.
I have been a special education teacher for 5 years.
I am currently a RBT for ABA therapy.
Graduated from GMU with early childhood degree. I have handled all ages of children infant to teens. I can handle disabilities, sick, and fussy children. Looking to tutor around 6 hours a week or occasional babysitting.
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Iryna M.
Yorktown, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello. My name is Iryna. I recently moved to the USA from Ukraine. I have a Bachelors Degree (that I got in Ukraine) in Kindergarten teaching, and I worked as a Kindergarten teacher in Ukraine for 17 years. I worked with kids from 1-year-old to 7 years old.
My English is at a lower level, but I am happy to do different kinds of...
Iryna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with showering/bathing, dressing, medication management , wound care , transfers, mobility devices, physical therapy techniques, Dementia, Hospice care, End of Life Care. Fully vaccinated, Background check available. Medical Assistant Degree, CPR/BLS certification.
Sunshine can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sunshine A cared for my father who had moderate dementia, and was unable to walk or move about on his own. She was phenomenal with him! She did everything he needed plus a thousand things more. My mother felt so safe having someone so skilled and knowledgeable to...
Patricia L.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in North, VA
Josephine J.
5.0
Josephine is such a hard worker. She's prompt, thoughtful, and honest. I appreciate having her clean my place and do food prep. I like that she has a culinary background and is good at so many things including organization. She's also very self-directed which is nice. She even brings her own...
- Catherine W.
Cindy S.
5.0
Cindy is wonderful! She is kind, knowledgeable and dependable. She was encouraging to our mother and has a lovely personality.
- Jan C.
Sunshine A.
5.0
I want to take this time to express my heartfelt gratitude to Sunshine for taking care of my wife of 37 years during the last six months of her life. Her kindness, professionalism, knowledge and dedication meant the world to me. She is experienced in taking care of patients with Alsheimer's and...
- Tk K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in North, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in North, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in North, VA, 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 North, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in North, VA 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 North, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in North, VA. 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 North, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in North, VA, 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 North, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in North, VA, 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.