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Isabella T.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Bella and am currently enrolled in Quinnipiac University and studying Occupational Therapy. I have experience babysitting children, substitute teaching, and lifeguarding.
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling
Hi! I am currently a student at the University of Vermont pursuing my bachelors degree in Public Communications. I will be home for the summer from beginning of June to end of August. I love working with kids and have experience babysitting my 2 yr old cousin as well as babysitting 2 kids (ages 1 and 3) and watching the same...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Katilyn! I offer professional house cleaning services with a focus on detail and customer satisfaction.
Whether you need a one-time deep clean or regular maintenance, l've got you covered. Let me take care of the cleaning so you can enjoy a spotless home without the hassle.
Contact me today to schedule your cleaning...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I bring 10+ yrs. experience of care taking skills such as Senior Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Cognitive Issues, Socialization Needs. Sincerity, Reliability, Loving Care, Consideration, Respect, Understanding and Compassion and Peace of Mind. Aiming to sharing with each client how important it is to enjoy each day to its...
Deborah can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top...
Theresa B.
Genevieve P.
Hopatcong, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
5.0
(4)
Hi !! My name is Maria , I live in Dover .
I have 12 years of experience. I Support patients by providing light housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. I Assist patients by providing personal services, such as bathing,...
Maria Isabel can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again."
Madelin D.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ariel. and I enjoy meeting new people and finding ways to help them have an uplifting experience. I have had a variety of health care and customer service opportunities, through which I was able to gain different types of skill sets in the following areas: clerical, clinical and childcare. (C. N. A and BLS/CPR...
Ariel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Evanisia F.
Wharton, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience as a caregiver, with love, care, giving my best. I am certified as CHHA, emotional and behavioral challenges and CBT ( Dementia/ depression/ anxiety/ anger); I have experience with medication management, caregiver support, bath, eating health... I have CPR, AED and First aid; Also, I am certified in...
Evanisia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever."
Jessica D.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kayleen, a sophomore in college with about 2+ years of experience. I would constantly baby sit my little brother as well as a little one year til he was old enough to start daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prepping. As well as taking the kids where they need to be after...
Kayleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again."
Mike B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a nanny for 9 years now and I never get sick of it for a single moment. I worked as a TSS for Providence Community Services for over a year and thats when I gained experience working with children with behavioral disorders and completed my CPR, first aid, and crisis prevention certifications. I have a strong...
Genevieve can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We decided to go another route, but were very impressed with Genevieve's professionalism and dedication. She clearly looks to exceed expectations for the families and children she works with."
Marisa S.
I provide dog sitting, walking , and bathing services. I am an experienced dog sitter. I love having the opportunity to care for ones fur animals as they are an important part for any family. Dogs of all sizes are welcomed.
Christina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Kayla M.
Rockaway, NJ
$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
hi my name is kayla ! I'm a 24-year-old from Rockaway. I graduated from CCM's radiography program in 2021 and currently going back to school full time for radiation therapy. I've had about 10 years of babysitting experience and I have my own vehicle. Throughout the years I have babysat a range of ages so I have alot of...
Kayla can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning
Casey M.
Denville, NJ
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently an occupational therapy graduate student who is finishing the research part of her coursework. I have been babysitting for over 10 years between ages 6mo up to 13 yrs. I am willing to watch up to 3 children and can provide references. I work with children with disabilities often and feel very comfortable...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Ellen R.
Franklin, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Caregiver; Personal Assistant; Errands; Private Driver
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a senior caregiver have a lot of experience helping my clients with all kinds of needs: daily exercise such as walking together or assistance with assigned physical therapy; errands, shopping & doctor appointments; help with bill paying and keeping on top of important tasks; light housekeeping; cooking and patient fun-loving...
I have some experience with children on the Autism Spectrum, and I am hoping to gain more experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely empathetic, adaptive, and patient. I study Human Services and have classes that focus on children with special needs and would love to gain experience and build relationships...
Hi all, I am recently semi retired of 40 yrs in the health industry. I managed rehab facilies and modified many patients' lives focusing on strength and modification of their independence . my degree is in occupational therapy. Certified as a Dementia Practitioner. I am an educator with elderly safety and wellness. I also have...
Sharon can also help with: Errands, transportation
Christina S.
Sparta, NJ
$50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Christina, and I am a fourth-grade teacher in New Jersey, seeking employment as a part-time tutor, nanny, or baby & pet sitter.
As a teacher for three years, I strive to continue supporting students in an at-home tutoring setting. I am board-certified to teach children, ages kindergarten through sixth grade, in...
I've been working in family services for nine years my background includes nannying, teaching, companionship, maid services and overall family care. I was a live in companion for 5 years with a man in his 80's with dementia and continued to work other cases during that time. I believe that young people and the elderly are both...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep, errands
Many of my friends are older, in their 60's-80's so I feel comfortable with this age group. I've been managing my mother's health care services and appointment schedules for years.
Ali can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship, errands
Skills:
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oak Ridge, NJ
Laura D.
5.0
Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top notch sitter.
- Theresa B.
Maria Isabel L.
5.0
Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again.
- Madelin D.
Evanisia F.
5.0
She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever.
- Jessica D.
Kayleen S.
5.0
We had a great experience with Kayleen. She cared for our two girls (4 and 2) for a week and showed up every day on time and ready to go. Our kids had a great time with her and she leaned in to help cleaning without being asked. Would definitely hire again.
- Mike B.
Genevieve P.
5.0
We hired Genevieve to work with our ten year old daughter, R, who has many special needs including being nonverbal. When Genevieve arrived to our house she was professionally dressed and immediately sat down on the floor and addressed R, saying "hi" and speaking directly to her. Not many people...
- Heather M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oak Ridge, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oak Ridge, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ, 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oak Ridge, NJ is $21.50 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ. 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 Oak Ridge, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ, 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 Oak Ridge, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ, 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.