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I am currently working for the school district. Offering tutoring services for test prep, as well as regular school work. I especially love MATH!
Hello. My name is Jennifer. I am currently seeking a nanny position that is part time-up to 35-40 hours. I am taking classes online to complete my BA in either Education or Human Services. I'm married (15 years) have two daughters (ages 8 & 13) and two grown step children. I have been a nanny for most of my adult life. When not...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jayshaya G.
Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Our company also offers cleaning as a service . Everyone is trained on cleaning the correct way . Contact us for more information
Jayshaya can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
Dream Cleaning Provides customized & affordable house cleaning & office cleaning services to meet your specific needs and schedule. And because we are privately & locally owned and operated, we pride ourselves in providing a superior quality cleaning and better prices than our franchise competitors. Quality is our highest...
5.0
(3)
I've taken care of dogs since I was 10. Family & friends have trusted me to take care of their furry friends while they're away; I've helped teach a few cool tricks as well!!
I have a pretty large backyard for running wild, along with my dog (Bentley) and bunny (Bear). As for extra love, I have 3 highly exited nieces who...
Janiya can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"My partner and I are so grateful to have found Janiya! She's been watching our dogs at our home for the past year when we go out of town, whether that's for an afternoon or a long weekend. She was the 3rd or 4th person we tried out and the ONLY one to know both the...
Katelyn L.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa (Mary) is a fantastic pet sitter! We have hired her several times, and will continue to do so, to care for our dog and cat. She feeds, walks, plays with and loves on our boys and they really like her. She was even able to care for our furries on short notice...
Jessica N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Matracea but I go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Teaching was not always my first career choice. My whole life I wanted to be a vet, so pet care services allow me to get the best of both worlds.
I have grown up around animals and I am comfortable...
Matracea can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I was the primary caretaker for both of my elderly parents until they passed. I have a deep love for the elderly and great respect . My children have all graduated and my time has freed up and I would love to contribute in any way I can. My father had Alzheimer's and my mother was bedridden for quite a while so I have a...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, transportation, companionship & more
5.0
"MARY is a compassionate, professional, trustworthy caregiver! She communicates promptly and thoroughly to your satisfaction, always quick to ask any questions and offer ideas for making my mom's life better and our arrangements easy. She was hired to provide care...
Nancyann T.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced caregiver in Des Moines since 1999. I assist seniors so they can stay in their homes. I assist with daily living, errands, shopping, transportation, medication assistance, doctor appointments, respite, companionship, laundry, personal care, light housekeeping, and salon and skincare services. I have a...
Paulette can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She spent time with my wife who has memory problems and is in a nursing home. Paulette was absolutely excellent in engaging with my wife. They really connected and had excellent eye contact which seemed to be Paulett's forte.
I would recommend her as caregiver...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021.
I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."
Ashraf Q.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, transportation, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
Maria M.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Cleaning is therapy to me! I enjoy cleaning and I am quite the perfectionist. I can clean most anything and even am pretty versatile when need be with odd projects and jobs. Organization is a personal favorite but I'm open to hearing all options!
Maria can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chelsea! I love animals, plants and sports. I have three dogs and a cat! I was in the military for 8 years. Before the service I was a sitter/nanny and caregiver. Then I was a caregiver again over the summer time here in Odessa. I'm very patience, caring and have a big heart. I'm always positive. I grew up with...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
My Name is Lindsey! I graduated from BYU and am currently in the Speech-Language Pathology masters program at the University of Utah. I am student clinician, and have lots of experience planning performing speech/ language therapy treatment with little ones. I am an expert on child cognitive, language, and speech...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Shannon R.
Waukee, IA
$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible while also keeping them connected to improve their quality of life. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr....
Shannon can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Dana A.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr
I'm a mom and have worked in customer service and childcare all of my adult life, so running errands and taking care of my home come easily. Reliability, punctuality and being detailed are important.
Hi I'm Kealey! Im moving to California in May and am looking for a nanny family to join! I graduated from Iowa state university with child adult and family services in 2018. I nannied all through college for the same family, I then worked in a daycare and in the special ed room at an elementary school. Then I decided to go back...
Kealey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I spent 4 years working with Lutheran Services of Iowa, Candeo, and Link Associates, where I provided care and support to people living with mental disabilities and mental illness. I also assisted my father-in-law for several years with the care of his wife, who was living with Alzheimer's/Dementia. I cared for my mother-in-law...
Debra can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, visiting physician, personal care
I have spent 25 years teaching life skills to the developmentally disabled and mentally disabled. I have worked for Progress Industries, Behavioral Technologies, Mainstream Living, Mosaic, and Prelude Behavioral Services. I have taught coping skills in every area possible. I have been a behavioral intervention specialist and...
My name is Jess P. and I have a lot of experience helping with children but also am comfortable helping and assisting all ages! I am finishing my degree in human services and plan on getting my masters in social work. I am very empathetic, communicative, compassionate and hardworking!
I would love to talk more about my...
Jessica can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Norwalk, IA
Janiya P.
5.0
My partner and I are so grateful to have found Janiya! She's been watching our dogs at our home for the past year when we go out of town, whether that's for an afternoon or a long weekend. She was the 3rd or 4th person we tried out and the ONLY one to know both the name of all 3 of our dogs and who...
- Katelyn L.
Mary L.
5.0
Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a special needs dog that wasn't the...
- Corrie R.
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would highly recommend Mary.
- Beth O.
Paulette S.
5.0
She spent time with my wife who has memory problems and is in a nursing home. Paulette was absolutely excellent in engaging with my wife. They really connected and had excellent eye contact which seemed to be Paulett's forte.
I would recommend her as caregiver from what I oberved with my wife....
- Care member
Matracea W.
5.0
Macy was great!!
She was punctual and patient with our 2 boys and doggy with great communication for scheduling and everything else.
The kids now call all of our sitters Macy! They especially loved the park visits and all the fun games she would play with them.
10/10
We would...
- Molly K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Norwalk, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Norwalk, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Norwalk, IA, 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 Norwalk, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Norwalk, IA is $14.50 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 Norwalk, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Norwalk, IA. 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 Norwalk, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Norwalk, IA, 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 Norwalk, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Norwalk, IA, 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.