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Hi!
My name is Kathy. I am a Certified CNA in the state of Tennessee, serving the Powell/Halls/Knoxville Community.
I am very patient and dedicated to my clients while always bringing a smile. I advocate for my clients and believe in strong communication with my client and their family. I include meal preparation, medication...
Kathy can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
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"I have worked with Kathy previously. She is amazing with her clients. She provides the best individualized care possible for her clients. She is patient, attentive, and compassionate. She has been a caregiver for many years and not only has the heart for the job,...
Jessica J.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a tutor for k-2nd grade at Hudson dockett for volunteer community service. I also have tour higher grades all through elementary school and some middle school.
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog/cat services. I walk dogs, or can stop to feed/water. I can stop to feed/water cats, scoop poop, play with them. I am an animal lover. I've had animals my whole life. I understand the anxiety of leaving your pet at times. My wage depends on how many times a day are needed.
Julie can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine
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"Julie is an amazing caregiver for our pets. She treats them like family. She is very dependable and always super friendly. We had the misfortune of one of our fur babies passing away while we were away, and Julie took care of our baby and brought her to our vet....
Sheryl H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two daughters. They have all grown up and embarked on their own journeys, but we maintain a close connection.
I am offering my service in childcare, pet sitting, and transportation to and from school, after-school programs and appointments. Additionally, I can assist with household tasks, including light...
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
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"Elena is fantastic! She is punctual, great with animals and overall a wonderful find. I highly recommend Elena when it comes to walking dogs!"
Susun F.
Christina K.
Knoxville, TN
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Before School Care/Personal Assistant/Light Housekeeping
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Please Note: I am NOT accepting new families for nanny services.
I am a former Family and Consumer Science/Child Development teacher with 11 years of teaching experience. I enjoyed my classroom teaching experience, but was grateful to have the opportunity to set aside the hours of at-home planning and grading in order to spend...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have felt so privileged to have Christina as our full-time nanny for the past 2 years. She has been more than a nanny to our son; she has become part of the family. It is clear that she has a passion for nurturing children. She has excelled in every aspect of...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Senior services provider experience with housecleaning, organizing, laundry services and changing bed linens
Moyah can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abigail. I have always had a passion for helping others and would love to provide you with housekeeping services whether it be weekly, bi-weekly, or even monthly! I have been cleaning houses for about 2 years now and I am looking to add more houses to my line up. I have references and graduated from Pellissippi...
Abigail can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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"Abigail is very thorough and detailed with her house cleaning. She misses nothing. In fact, she went beyond what I was expecting in areas cleaned. She is also fast, polite, energetic, and anxious to please the home owner. She does not bring her own cleaning...
Ken S.
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Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I take pride in providing top-notch care to my patients and future clients. Lots of first-hand experience with Alzheimer's and dementia patients.
Katrina can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Katrina helped with my dad during his final days in hospice. She is a soothing soul and her smile brightened everyone's day. I highly recommend her. "
Julia G.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver who knows how keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them comfortable and safe at all times. Certified in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excels at exemplifying proper bedside manner.
I'd describe my personality as patience, trustworthy,...
Pat can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
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"Patti was my aunts Caregiver for over eight months and she was wonderful to and the family members. My aunt loved her and referred to her as her Angel. Patti is very loving, attentive and show great compassion. She does a wonderful job caring for people. She...
Care member
I've spent my whole life surrounded by animals, growing up with 6 dogs, 2 horses, and a barn cat! I take pride in connecting with any animal I meet, and I'll always treat yours like they're my own. In the future I hope to start my own dog rescue and equine therapy center!! I have around 5 years of experience of dog sitting as...
Danica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have vast experience with a variety of animals: Dogs, Cats, Small mammals, birds, and reptiles.
I live in Waynesville with my two border collies. One is a licensed therapy dog, and one is wild 1-year-old puppy. I am in nursing school currently, and would love to provide pet sitting for your pet!
I am very flexible, and look...
Sarah can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, dog training & more
I love dogs and understand the time commitment/ obligation having a pet entails. I have grown up my entire life with a dog. I currently have two dogs; a rescue mutt and a beagle puppy. I offer light grooming services, in addition to transportation, and dog walking. I am eager to bond with your dog and love them in your absence.
Kierstin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Erica M.
Knoxville, TN
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, there! My name is Erica, however I go by my middle name, Kristen. I am currently a student for Occupational Therapy and have been working with children for 3 years implementing Early Intervention: Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy working with children ages 2-7 diagnosed with Autism. Due to my school schedule, I am not...
Erica can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
Kristin W.
Knoxville, TN
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
As A Compassionate Individual, I Am Excited To Offer My Services As A Senior Companion.
As a compassionate individual, I am excited to offer my services as a senior companion. With years of experience working with seniors, I possess a deep understanding of the importance of social interaction, emotional support, and practical assistance in enhancing the lives of older adults in addition, giving the families peace...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Kaitlyn G.
Knoxville, TN
$15-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently working on my masters in physician assistant studies. I'm BLS/ACLS certified. I've worked with kids of all ages and I am comfortable working with special needs. I also offer tutoring services in test prep for math/science subjects.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
You'll be hiring more than a second pair of eyes when you seek my sitting services. I value enrichment, learning, and play more than screen-time and your kiddos will too. I'm a health conscious and creative cook who loves to try new things and have fun!
Dallas can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been cleaning and organizing my home for over 20 years. I have moved at least 10 times so I can help with moving and packing as well. I have also downsized my living over the last 3 years and I can tell you ... less is best if you decide to use my services in this area. I have experience with living with less and keeping...
Larisa can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
Samantha C.
Knoxville, TN
$13/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as silly, outgoing and sweet.
I like working with animals because the goofy personality most animals have! Their own personality makes them more unique plus I like playing and seeing them run like they are free. If they are fluffy it's a plus! I love fluffy dogs and cats!
I'm looking for a job that...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting
Erica M.
Knoxville, TN
$8-20/hr
I am in school for Occupational Therapy Assistant so I am in training to service Cerebral Palsy and other diagnosis.
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've have worked in multiple hospital units, but recently I have decided to be a private home health aide. I don't mind to do house services, or to work with pets and children. Please feel free to contact me for any kind of times and service you need.
Sheila can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oak Ridge, TN
Kathy E.
5.0
Kathy truly loves her patients and will do whatever she can to make sure they are taken care of.
- Care member
Julie B.
5.0
Julie is an amazing caregiver for our pets. She treats them like family. She is very dependable and always super friendly. We had the misfortune of one of our fur babies passing away while we were away, and Julie took care of our baby and brought her to our vet. I don't know what we would have...
- Sheryl H.
Elena C.
5.0
Elena is fantastic! She is punctual, great with animals and overall a wonderful find. I highly recommend Elena when it comes to walking dogs!
- Susun F.
Christina K.
5.0
We have felt so privileged to have Christina as our full-time nanny for the past 2 years. She has been more than a nanny to our son; she has become part of the family. It is clear that she has a passion for nurturing children. She has excelled in every aspect of care for my son, from infancy through...
- Jennifer C.
Abigail M.
5.0
Abigail is very thorough and detailed with her house cleaning. She misses nothing. In fact, she went beyond what I was expecting in areas cleaned. She is also fast, polite, energetic, and anxious to please the home owner. She does not bring her own cleaning supplies (and says that in her...
- Ken S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oak Ridge, TN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oak Ridge, TN?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, TN, 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, TN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oak Ridge, TN is $14.70 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, TN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, TN. 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, TN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, TN, 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, TN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, TN, 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.