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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Self-motivated and highly reliable University of Southern California graduate with strong communication, presentation, organizational, customer service, and computer skills. Positioned to contribute strongly to a developing education that demands enthusiasm, creativity, tenacity, and an exemplary work ethic. Able to leverage the...
5.0
"We hired Taylor to work with our 16 yo nephew who has been struggling with distance learning. Originally, we hired her just to get him organized so he could pass the quarter. But it turns out she is also great at tutoring him on his subject matter (Spanish and...
Cynthi F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an LA native and am currently enrolled at a university working towards becoming an LMFT. I've babysat in LA off of sitter city for many years and have had only amazing and positive experiences. I have an English mastiff named Clarence who is amazing, and I love animals of all kinds. I was previously a personal assistant...
Talula can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talula babysat my daughter and was amazing. Talula would pick her up from pre school and take her back to our house. Talula would prepare dinner for my daughter as well as tire her out with a walk and some playtime in our backyard. I appreciated that Talula did not...
Julia S.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My main job is taking care of children, which I've been doing for years, but while this has been my job, many families have trust and given the responsibility to take other family members... their cats and dogs. So, I have extended my services for pet care and it's been the most enjoyable job I've ever had.
My schedule...
Alexis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very experienced in working with animals. I grew up with several dogs, cats, and horses, and helped train and take care of them. Additionally, I have worked for several professional pet care services such as PJ's Pups, Rover, and Wag (in both New York City and Portland). I have worked as both a dog walker and dog/cat...
5.0
"Maya cared for my two cats for a week while I was out of town. Very responsible and sent me daily updates on how things were going. I would definitely hire her again!"
Tasha S.
Nicole P.
Redondo Beach, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Doctoral Student Looking To Help Out With Your Fur Babies
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first word was "dog" so you could say I was an animal lover from a very young age!
My name is Nicole and I am a 29-year-old doctoral student at SDSU and UCSD looking to help out busy families throughout the South Bay! I am an energetic, reliable, responsible and caring woman who has cared for friend's, neighbor's, family...
Nicole can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Our dog absolutely loved Nicole, especially when she took "Scooby" on long walks! She texted us daily pictures of Scooby's big, happy smile. Nicole is personable as well as accommodating. We will hire her again."
Karen G.
Alicia S.
Gardena, CA
$49/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Dependable, trustworthy attentive to detail Professionally experienced. I love to clean very well I take pride of my job, I've a lot experiences and great references, Let me treat you to a new level of clean! Includes a full cleaning of your home' s floor (tile, ceramic, wood) vacuuming, bed changing, general rooms cleaning...
Alicia can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
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"Alicia accommodated my schedule relatively last minute and did a beautiful job cleaning my home. I was almost embarrassed for her to clean our shower it was so dirty, but she did a beautiful job and it was sparkling once done! Alicia is very easy to communicate...
Katie H.
Sarah W.
Los Angeles, CA
$100-111/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor For Children With Dyslexia And Other Learning Challenges
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sarah! I am a learning specialist with 10+ years of tutoring/teaching experience. I work exclusively with children who have dyslexia, reading challenges, autism, ADHD, and other learning challenges.
I have a MA degree in Psychology, am trained in the Orton-Gillingham method of phonics-based reading instruction, and have...
5.0
"My daughter and other kids love Tutor Sarah. Very patient and knowledgeable. She knows what she is doing! Highly recommended."
Lynn F.
Taylor M.
Beverly Hills, CA
$50-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Allow me to introduce myself. I hail from the scenic town of Pebble Beach, CA, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business from Pepperdine University in Malibu in 2018. Following my academic pursuits, I embarked on a professional journey obtaining my Series 7 license and delving into the realm of private wealth management,...
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(2)
Hello my name is Christina, I live in Santa Monica and enjoy walking to the beach, reading a good book on my patio and baking a variety of sweets!
I am a certified interior design and offer personalized home organization and design services. I enjoy helping families effectively organize their homes so everything has a place of...
Christina can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, dusting, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Christina is very responsible and reliable. Kids love her and so do pets. She always goes above and beyond in whatever she does. I highly recommend her."
Barbara F.
Crystiani S.
Redondo Beach, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families,
I'm from Brazil, 38yo.
Caring for children has always been my passion! I hold a childhood education certification working as a teacher with little ones aged 0 to 5 years.
Since 2013, I've been nurturing and supporting families including a meaningful experience as program for teenage twins one with special needs....
Crystiani can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Crystiani is a life saver! She helped us with our 6 week old as we prepared to move across the country. It was pretty chaotic because we were showing our house and packing up. She helped us all along the way and was so easy going. Plus, she's just so sweet. This is...
Sarah T.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm from snowy Anchorage, Alaska. I've worked in the elementary and high school general education and special education settings in public, non-public, charter, private schools, and homeschooling over the last 14 years. I graduated from the University of Anchorage with a Bachelor's Degree in Child Development and then...
Brie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Hired Brie to babysit my 4 month year old son. She was very easy to communicate with, arrived on time, and wonderfully cared for my son who was having a fussy evening. Highly recommend!"
Sarah L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience caregiving. I assist with medication management, diabetes care, insulin administration, all activities of daily living, diapering, suctioning, transferring, repositioning and using a Hoyer Lift as needed. I am proficient in providing Dementia/Alzheimer's care, as well as short and long-term...
Virginia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I hired Virginia to help me after a hip replacement surgery and she was EXCELLENT! She has decades of medical experience and was perfect. She made me a med cart with all my supplies, organized my over the counter meds, kept a log of what I was supposed to take and...
Kay H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at a physical therapy office and assisted seniors with their mobility getting in and out of the office. I would love to continue providing help and companionship to seniors in need. I'm well past two weeks from my second Pfizer vaccine, but I am willing to still wear a mask if it makes you more comfortable. I'm a...
Anna can also help with: Companionship
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Sejal - but I go by Sage!
I graduated from the University of Oregon in 2018 with a degree in Global Health and History. I am currently attending USC to obtain my master's in Occupational Therapy. While attending university, I worked as an afterschool assistant in which I helped many school-aged students with homework...
Zully C.
Gardena, CA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Zully 31 years old I live in Gardena California I have my own small single which would be very small to others but quite the catch when you see it for yourself Perhaps the way I maintain and organize it. I'm currently doing child care for the job site but wanted to see about housekeeping as well . For applying to...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Work History:
I have always had a natural compatibility with the elderly. Relationships come easy and helping others is rewarding. I have spent time volunteering for Meals on Wheels and I am a licensed massage therapist in the state of California with over 10 years of experience providing personalized one on one care to those...
Denise can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Denise has been helping my elderly mother for almost two years now. She has been absolutely wonderful, and I would recommend her in a heartbeat! To say she’s gone above and beyond is an understatement. She’s helped with everything from shopping, trips to doctor’s...
Tara F.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
By multiple clients, I've been called the Marie Kondo of Santa Barbara:)
I've been working professionally as a mid-high end home/estate cleaner for the last 10 years and really find the work fulfilling. My clients & I love to see the results of transformation I'm magical toward.
I have a great energy and personality to me....
Ariel can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Ariel is magical!!!! What a gift to have someone like her taking care of our kids. They had a blast. She is thoughtful, diligent and plain old FUN!!"
Carolyn F.
5.0
(3)
I have 15 years + experience in healthcare hands on from
medical front & back-office position, senior in home one on one care, home care management/supervisor. Transportation services, light housekeeping, personal care, meal prep. experience with Alzheimer/ Dementia, Hospice, Personal Care, Companionship.
I'm passionate,...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Katherine was the Lead Care Provider for my 95 y/o aunt and she was absolutely wonderful! My aunt loved her and looked forward to her coming to her home! Katherine's caring personality and empathy for others makes her a wonderful member of any home requiring...
John M.
Ariel R.
Los Angeles, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fitness Dog Runner/ Professional Housesitter/ Joyous Task And Personal Fitness Motivator
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have fabulous energy; I use it for incredible creations, transformations and to add Joy sparks to all I do! With a BS degree in Exercise Science, I can not only be your home personal trainer if you need one, but I can TRANSFORM most anything to feel REFRESHED and REVIVED post my presence. House sitting (I will hold your place...
Ariel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Ariel as a house and cat sitter for about a month when we traveled abroad. She took care of cleaning, mail retrieval, plant watering, and our cat, who enjoyed her presence immensely (petting, brushing, and spending some quality time together). Ariel was...
Anna K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love to clean and been cleaning my whole life . I can do basic housekeeper work as well as hotel like cleaning services
Jadra can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Jadra did a great job at our place. She was punctual, thorough, and efficient. We would rehire her again."
Sonia S.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Playa del Rey, CA
Taylor P.
5.0
We hired Taylor to work with our 16 yo nephew who has been struggling with distance learning. Originally, we hired her just to get him organized so he could pass the quarter. But it turns out she is also great at tutoring him on his subject matter (Spanish and Algebra in this case). She is super...
- Cynthi F.
Talula H.
5.0
Talula is our go to babysitter. We hope to have her until she has children of her own, ha ha!
My 6 year old gets all homework, playtime, meals and chores with Talula around. Make Talula apart of your children's lives, and you won't regret it. Much love,
Kerry W
- Flo R.
Maya B.
5.0
Maya was so great with our 10 week old Pug Pancake! He was well taken care of and so was our home. We will absolutely hire her again!
- Madison B.
Nicole P.
5.0
Our dog absolutely loved Nicole, especially when she took "Scooby" on long walks! She texted us daily pictures of Scooby's big, happy smile. Nicole is personable as well as accommodating. We will hire her again.
- Karen G.
Alicia S.
5.0
Alicia accommodated my schedule relatively last minute and did a beautiful job cleaning my home. I was almost embarrassed for her to clean our shower it was so dirty, but she did a beautiful job and it was sparkling once done! Alicia is very easy to communicate with sets good expectations. Thank...
- Katie H.
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Playa del Rey, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Playa del Rey, CA, 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 Playa del Rey, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Playa del Rey, CA is $21.25 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 Playa del Rey, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Playa del Rey, CA. 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 Playa del Rey, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Playa del Rey, CA, 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 Playa del Rey, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Playa del Rey, CA, 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.