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Pauline C.
Chester, CT
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi
My name is Pauline, I am self employed doing home heath care.. which also includes me doing housekeeping if needed. I have come to notice many families are in need of extra help around the house partly due too working from home because of the pandemic in addition to growing their family. I have always liked cleaning ,...
Pauline can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Isabelle E.
Westbrook, CT
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all!
My names Izzy and i'm from Westbrook, CT, but just recently moved to Niantic, CT. I've been a babysitter/nanny for 5+ years and am currently attending Quinnipiac University for Occupational Therapy. The reason I love caring for kids so much is because I love to be looked at as a role model and to teach them and watch...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Izzy has babysat our now 2 yo daughter for over a year and we couldn’t be more pleased to have found her! She is excellent at engaging with our daughter, encouraging her to use her creativity and to play outside (when weather permits)! She has always been...
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Have provided as needed pet care services including dog-walking, dog-sitting (in dog's home or my own home), bathing over the past 6 years.
I lost my beloved dog about 2 years ago, am miss her everyday. Thus, I cherish the opportunity to spend time with dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes.
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
(2)
I have an Associates Degree in Gerontology (Social Services for Elderly) and worked in a nursing home as well as private duty aide for the Ct. Social Service Department. I grew up around seniors as my parents ran a private nursing home when I was a child. In the early sixties I had more Grandparents than I could imagine and they...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands
5.0
"Ms. Jennings was the caregiver for my father-in-law while his son, my husband, and I lived at his home for 8 months.
Ms. Jennings was punctual, conscientious, and professional and my father-in-law felt so comfortable with her that he considered her family!
My...
Janet A.
5.0
(3)
I have been a caregiver/ cna for 8+ years. Senior care available. Home care, group home care,
I can do meal prep, clean, light housekeeping, run errands and whatever more client request.
I obtain my own transportation. I obtain a cna license.
CPR licensed as well.
Please message me if you are interested in my services....
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She's a kind, caring person and takes pride of her job. I would recommend Ashley to take care of your love ones."
Sonia T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I am a compassionate caretaker who knows how to engage in creative play and how to set firm boundaries. I understand the importance of mutually respectful relationships, how laughter and fun bring joy to our lives, and how structure is necessary for healthy development and the achievement of goals. After 20 years of...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Emily as a babysitter while traveling with friends, and she was fantastic with our four kids, aged 2 to 7. She was extremely communicative and arrived well-prepared, which helped ease the kids' hesitations about staying in a new environment without their...
Care member
Sandra K.
Guilford, CT
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sandra. I worked as a home health aide in Denton, TX, for 2 years from 1997 to 1998. I moved to Connecticut and worked in another field. In 2018, I went back into home health, and I worked for a lady in Austin, and I lived in for 5 months. Then, I worked for a family from India for 6 months into 2019. I then...
Sandra can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Sandra is patient kind and caring and went out of her way to do her job. I would hire her again and highly recommend her services."
Care member
Caterine H.
Killingworth, CT
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience providing cleaning services. I love my job. Responsibility, trustworthiness, and attention to detail are my the foundation of my service. Understanding and fulfilling my clients expectations are my goals. It brings me happiness to see the homes of my clients clean and tidy.
Caterine can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"I have worked with Caterine and her team for several years. They are hands down the best cleaners I have ever had. They show up on time, are extremely efficient and do a fabulous job. I own a large home so I love when they arrive as a team and get the job done in...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Abena, CNA certified. I have 15 years of experience in home care services. I am compassionate, trusting, dependable and competent caregiver. I have much experience with Alzheimer, dementia and hospice patients. I am very out going and easy to talk to, and also take my job very serious, I also have experience with...
Abena can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"Abena has been a dream come true for us. She is extremely pleasant to be around and does an efficient, beautiful job with everything she undertakes. We cannot recommend her highly enough!"
Patricia P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a young Grandmother and I love care-giving so much that when my youngest granddaughter ( I watched her from the day she was born until she )went to school full time I started with childcare outside of friends and family... I started with a wonderful 3-week-old and his sibling.. since then I have had the pleasure and still...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Paula when my son was only 2 months old and she instantly became part of our family. She is so amazing with infants and older children too(we also have a 7 year old.)
She is genuine, trustworthy, flexible with schedules and always went above and beyond...
Emily T.
Kathy G.
Ledyard, CT
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am reliable, respectful, and enjoy helping people live safely and independently at home.
10+ years of CNA/HHA experience allows me to customize services for all levels of care, including hospice, diabetes, dementia, wound care, or companionship.
Services offered support all ADL'S and IADL'S (bathing, grooming, meal...
Kathy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Kathy is absolutely incredible. She has really changed our lives while she's been with our family. Kathy has gone above and beyond for us and she is so dependable. Her attention to detail, and the care she has given my grandmother, is outstanding. She always has my...
Jillian O.
Casey S.
Quaker Hill, CT
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am available ASAP for date night and/or weekend childcare needs, and reside in Niantic, CT.
I received my Bachelor's in Psychology and Communications and just recently graduated from an Occupational Therapy program in Hartford, CT. I have worked as an educator for 4+ years and have extensive training and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced dog walker who has been walking and sitting dogs for clients for a little over four years. Most recently, I came from the Bay Area where I was walking for pet care service clients and have a 5 star rating overall. Being with animals is definitely the best part of my day and I couldn't imagine not being around...
Crystal can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Crystal is great with my two dogs! She has been so helpful and reliable! I would highly recommend her for anyone else's fur babies :)"
Chelsea Q.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cass and I live in Norwich CT. I've been cleaning homes, hotels, and rentals for over four years now and I'm working to build my client base. My services include: organizing, appliance cleaning, window and carpet washing, and interior boat cleaning, and move in/out cleaning, besides basic home cleaning. I also wash...
Cass can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Cassie completes all tasks to my satisfaction. Sometimes she will do extra things as well."
Jen F.
Paula G.
Clinton, CT
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am looking for the opportunity to help you with your infant and child care needs!!, I have had the pleasure of working with some fabulous families.. I have a great deal of experience in infant care on up.. I have 6 grandchildren .. I have had the pleasure of watching them for 25 years.. I started my journey on care. com...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula is trustworthy and reliable. She is kind and respectful. She is helpful with cleaning and is a hard worker. "
Care member
4.9
(18)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Sandy, no job too large or too small. I am a pet-friendly cleaning service. I can help with organization of rooms, garages, basements, attics etc. Can do weekly, bi-weekly or one-time cleanings. Cleaning supplies and equipment are the customer's preference: green or regular cleaners, yours or mine. Hardworking and...
Sandy can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Sandy is great. She uses all organic and green products, is amazing with animals and really takes her time. She also cleans my mother, grandmother, and aunts houses. We love her! "
Jillian B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...
Rebecca S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Guntas. I am from Norwich, CT. I'm a mother of two. I am down to get homework done, play games, have dance parties, color, paint, watch a movie, read, or do whatever it is that your kid needs! I can be a helping hand for you too. I can do dishes, clean up, do laundry, and even meal prep. I'm here with anything...
Guntas can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Guntas was very good with my toddler and 10 yr old. She played games right alongside them and had a great attitude. She was on-time and very friendly! The kids adore her and can't wait to see her again."
Donelle S.
I've been at Pet Sitter for many years now in California and Connecticut. Currently living in and servicing the Madison, CT area. I've had dogs and cats my whole life and I thrive on the energy they provide. I typically do overnights stays while my clients are out of town, but I do dogs walks also. Light housekeeping is a...
Jessica can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to having been a behavioral...
Michael can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Old Lyme, CT
Isabelle E.
5.0
Izzy has babysat our now 2 yo daughter for over a year and we couldn’t be more pleased to have found her! She is excellent at engaging with our daughter, encouraging her to use her creativity and to play outside (when weather permits)! She has always been dependable and happy to help us when we have...
- Care member
Marie J.
5.0
Marie was with my family for eight years. She was my step mother's care giver and then after her death, Marie continued in her role with my father. She made that loss bearable for my father who suffers from dementia. During her time with us, she was a kind, thoughtful caregiver who kept my...
- Dorothy A.
Ashley Q.
5.0
Ashley has a good understanding of the needs and abilities of children and is warm, nurturing and dependable. She was awesome with our family.
- Monica T.
Emily C.
5.0
We hired Emily as a babysitter while traveling with friends, and she was fantastic with our four kids, aged 2 to 7. She was extremely communicative and arrived well-prepared, which helped ease the kids' hesitations about staying in a new environment without their parents. Emily's friendly and caring...
- Care member
Sandra K.
5.0
Knowledge, compassion, kindness and attention to detail are factors in giving the most extraordinary care. Don’t settle for anything less than the best!
Carol
- Care member
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Old Lyme, CT?
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How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Old Lyme, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Old Lyme, CT is $20.00 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 Old Lyme, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Old Lyme, 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 Old Lyme, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Old Lyme, 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.