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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carina. I am 30 years old. I am the oldest of 4 children and have always aided in their care. I have babysat neighborhood children since I was 12. I have been a nanny to 2 families. I have worked in a physical therapy office as a rehab tech. I also worked as a Residential Care worker in the past and was responsible...
Carina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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"Carina cared for my 8 month old baby part time for almost 5 months. She was kind, caring, and loving with my baby. It's clear that she loves children, and they love her back. She has endless patience and was able to get baby to sleep when no one else could. I would...
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Lori C.
Pittston, PA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing over 25 years of care services with elderly, adolescent, and disabled individuals. Services includes ADLs, restorative therapy, cooking, cleaning, and transportation.
Lori can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, mobility assistance, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Carina A.
Stroudsburg, PA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have various home health care experience and physical therapy experience as well. I have experience with bathing, toileting, meal prep, feeding, socializing, aiding in community activities, doctors appointments, transferring, and much more. Also a quick learner for whatever I am not experienced in.
Carina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands
Ariana C.
Wilkes Barre, PA
$18-25/hr
I don't have much experience with senior care but I am open and willing to be of service to you our your loved one.
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Alexis S.
Stroudsburg, PA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Growing up I have lived with my two grandparents. My mother is a single mother of 3 so I have always helped her with everything. My grandmother is 86 years old and currently has Apashia , she had recently had a TBI. Her ability to walk is 50/50 and her speech is not fully developed. During her home therapy sessions her therapist...
Alexis can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Nicolette K.
Moosic, PA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a reliable, patient, hardworking 23-year-old. I grew up with 9 siblings so I grew up doing chores and honestly just get a lot of satisfaction and enjoyment from cleaning. I enjoy organizing, dishes and I can help with any and all services you need happily! I also have lots of experience in child care and the service...
Nicolette can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Marisa! I attend college in Scranton as an occupational therapy student interested in pediatric care. I am a compassionate, loving sitter who loves to engage with children and assist families as much as possible. I have experience caring for children from ages 4 months to 12 years. I have worked at a daycare/preschool in...
Marisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Donna E.
Scranton, PA
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 25 years of certified nursing care in home and skilled nursing facilities. Specialize in Alzheimer's, Dementia, and stroke patients; but have handled numerous at home nursing needs. Also attended nursing school but had to leave before graduating to care for my dad who had end stage lung cancer. Also worked with patients...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Kyrie C.
Scotrun, PA
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi super excited for this journey and Happy to find a great family to provide helpful services to. and do errands.
Hi, I'm Rachel! I am a Human Services student at Lackawanna College and an aspiring musician. I have been babysitting for years, not only for my own three little siblings, but also for friends, colleagues, and pretty much anyone who needs it. I am comfortable with every age group, from newborns to teenagers (I am also a youth...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I have recently graduated college with a degree in psychology and will be pursuing my Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. During my undergraduate, I specialized in child mental health interventions. I am extremely passionate for working with children.
During my final year in my undergraduate I completed a 100-hour behavior...
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been providing care on a personal and professional level most of my life. I've worked as a Caregiver and Direct Support Professional for close to 10 years before moving into administrative roles in related fields. Some positions I've held include Case Manager for a local home care agency, Talent Acquisition and Compliance...
Alison can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, mobility assistance, respite care, companionship, dementia & more
Stephanie S.
Wilkes Barre, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with many years of dedicated service, I find immense joy in positively influencing the lives of children and supporting families. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative spirit, allows me to connect with children on a profound level.
Adept at...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Amber K.
Scranton, PA
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work as a pediatric home health nurse. I am a single mother to one daughter. I am available most evenings and weekends for services. No job is too big or small! I would love to help someone who needs an extra set of hands to keep up with housekeeping.
Amber can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
Emma L.
Tannersville, PA
$18-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Emma! I am a very meticulous and organized person, much of which has been instilled into me by my military service. I keep my own home very clean and tidy and prioritize getting chores done. I value cleanliness and organization and would love to lend a helping hand. I look forward to hearing from you!
Emma can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
I can assist with light housekeeping and meal prep.
I can provide your loved one with companionship while taking care of her personal needs.
I am retired from the USPS at after 31 years of service and consider myself to be reliable and trustworthy.
I have been working as a Nanny for young children but feel this type of...
Marlena can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Danielle. I have babysat children for many years. I just graduated college and am getting my masters in occupational therapy which included many fieldwork/clinical experiences with children. I am very good with children and am open to doing different activities with them. Please feel free to reach out if you are...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Andrea E.
Cresco, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love to clean as well as organize.
That is my nature.
I like to work for people for a long time
you can depend on my service.
Andrea.
Andrea can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
LPN for 20 plus years retired from the State now working part time for a school district in nursing mostly middle school and at times elementary also. I attend in services for school nurses up to date with CPR first aid as mandatory. I enjoy nursing since I'm semi retired I've done private duty cases. I will be off from the...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kalina and I am available to work this winter to babysit and help out with things at your home. I can work on specific occasions, or for weeks at a time.
I just graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Counseling and Human Services with a concentration in Lifespan Development and am currently a graduate student in...
Kalina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Pocono Lake, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Pocono Lake, PA, 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 Pocono Lake, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Pocono Lake, PA is $17.50 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 Pocono Lake, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Pocono Lake, PA. 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 Pocono Lake, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Pocono Lake, PA, 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 Pocono Lake, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Pocono Lake, PA, 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.