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4.7
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in 2017 with a BA in Creative Arts in Therapy from Russell Sage College. I've spent the last year working full time for NYS and part time as a content creator. I am now looking for a part time childcare position while I (hopefully!) transition into a fully WFH position. I worked as a babysitter all four years of high...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Children just seem drawn to Maddy, and she enjoys their company as they do hers. She is especially good with girls, but has nannied for many boys as well."
Jake W.
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience with the elderly as well as children dating back to when I was 16 years old. I am passionate about it because it's where I excel the most. I am fully vaccinated with the booster for Covid. Last year I retired from NYS Office of the State Comptroller after 36 years of service. I enjoy working with...
Eva can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these! "
Anne S.
5.0
(2)
Daily & Deep Cleaning
Dusting & Polishing
Steam Cleaning
Vacuuming & Mopping
Kitchen & Bath Cleaning
Countertop, Appliance & Grout Cleaning
Housekeeping Skills & Services
Carpet Cleaning & Wood Floor Polishing
Window Treatment Cleaning
Clothes Laundering & Ironing
Furniture & Upholstery Cleaning
Room Tidying & Organizing
Silver...
Monica can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization & more
Laura Z.
Cheshire, MA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Young Grandmother Of 6, Looking For Before And/or After School Work.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
From 2018 till March 2020 I took care of 2 girls in Dalton after school. I transported them to activities, along with doing crafts, homework, playing outside and having fun together. From 2019 till March 2020 I also watched 2 boys early mornings before school. The boys and I enjoyed playing, drawing, coloring and just being...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Laura has been such a gigantic help and wonderful addition to our family. My kids love her, she plays with them, takes them outside everyday, helps with homeschooling when I need help and is just happy and fun to be around. My kids look forward to the days she...
Mig G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was a child myself. Growing up I was regularly put in charge of taking care of my younger siblings and cousins on a regular basis. The joy of helping raise and mentor them really inspired me to choose the work that I do today.
I have a lot of experience taking care of children in various...
Daniel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniel has worked with us for months now and has been a HUGE help. She has a warm, relaxed and friendly demeanor. She's NEVER been late, is available in a pinch, and my kids love her. Bonus---she's extraordinary with pets."
Brooks U.
Caroline S.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 12 years of dedicated pet care-giving experience, I offer comprehensive services tailored to the needs of dog and cat owners. My skills include feeding, exercise, basic training reinforcement, some grooming, and attentive health monitoring. Services provided include pet sitting, dog walking, and drop-in visits, with...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
Lindsey D.
Troy, NY
$18-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently in grad school at Russell Sage for Occupational Therapy and am looking to help out pet owners during my summer break! I have experience pet sitting for friends and family along with caring for my own cats and dog! My senior dog needed a lot of extra support in the last years of her life so I have experience with...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 30 + years experience teaching at the elementary level. Please reach out if you are interested in any tutoring services.
Starr D.
Troy, NY
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello I'm Starr and I'm 25 years old. My friends and family always tell me I put a lot of love into my work and I will make it to anywhere I want in life because of the person I am. I have been working in this field for about 5 years. I am now in school to become a medical assistant, I'm almost finished with my course. I have...
Starr can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Samantha M.
Troy, NY
$17-25/hr
Hello!
Maybe unbelievable but I like to clean. Im very detailed oriented. So yes I'll clear the counter before cleaning it and move out the garbage can when sweeping ( it baffles me that these aren't apparent tasks when providing a cleaning service). I have reliable transportation & I can provide my own cleaning supplies...
Samantha can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
David W.
Watervliet, NY
$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals.
I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young.
I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping.
I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
David can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Hello!
Do you need a companion for a female relative or friend? I can help with personal care, light housekeeping, meals, engagement and companionship.
I am an outgoing and friendly woman who prides herself on getting along well with people of diverse backgrounds. I was trained as a nursing assistant many years ago when...
Mary Ellen can also help with: Transportation, home modification, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
David W.
Watervliet, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals.
I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young.
I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping.
I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
David can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am 30 Years old and the mother of 2 beautiful boys, ages 2 and 10. For the last three years, I have been employed by Tate Behavioral as a registered behavior technician, providing in-home ABA services to children on the spectrum. Previous employers include, Central Berkshire Regional School district as a Special Education...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Katelyn R.
Bennington, VT
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I hope this message finds you and your family well.
My name is Katelyn, and I'm reaching out to introduce myself as an experienced caregiver with over 10 years of dedicated service. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of caring for children, the elderly, and individuals with various physical and mental...
As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...
Tanith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am available most weekends and some weeknights for housekeeping services. would love to meet with you to see how I could help you out.
Melissa can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
David W.
Watervliet, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals.
I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young.
I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping.
I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
Shameka M.
Troy, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I have been a CNA for 24 years and I'm also a MA for 12. I specialize in Alzheimer's and dementia patients with 14 years experience. I have worked with mental health and much more. I also travel to homes to provide services needed such as laundry, cooking, doing hair, going shopping, organizing and cleaning and much more!...
Shameka can also help with: Home modification, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
I have been nannying on and off throughout my college career. I have nannied for all ages from 3 months -10+ years.
I'm an Occupational therapy assistant student and will be graduating in May! I am looking for a temporary summer position as I study for my licensing exam.
Alli can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Petersburg, NY
Madeline W.
4.0
I interviewed Maddy for a part-time position and after a few minutes we realized that she had misread the job posting, and wasn't actually available on one of the days that we needed. She was polite and interviewed well, though, and if she'd been available she definitely would have been on our short...
- Jillian C.
Eva S.
5.0
Eva is wonderful! She has been helping me out since I needed extra help around the house. She is extremely reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. In my household she has done cooking, baking, cleaning, and running errands. She has excelled at all of these!
- Anne S.
Laura Z.
5.0
Laura is extremely caring with our daughter. She gets on the floor and plays with her and interacts with her all the time she is here. She is reliable and a pleasure to work with. So happy to have her!
- Care member
Daniel A.
5.0
Daniel has worked with us for months now and has been a HUGE help. She has a warm, relaxed and friendly demeanor. She's NEVER been late, is available in a pinch, and my kids love her. Bonus---she's extraordinary with pets.
- Brooks U.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Petersburg, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Petersburg, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Petersburg, NY, 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 Petersburg, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Petersburg, NY is $17.00 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 Petersburg, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Petersburg, NY. 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 Petersburg, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Petersburg, NY, 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 Petersburg, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Petersburg, NY, 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.