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Mary W.
Lakeland, FL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
*Babysitter, Tutor, & Teacher Available For Weedays & Weekends.
I was a nursery director at local church for 6 years.
I was a Sunday school teacher for 10 years.
I was a substitute teacher in public schools for 4 years.
I am the mother of 2 girls and 2 boys for 42 years.
I am grandmother of 11 children and great grandmother of 14 children.
I have been a private babysitter for many...
Mary can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sara M.
Lakeland, FL
$15-50/hr
I have over five years experience working with children of all different backgrounds. The most recent being in ABA therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder.
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! My name is Angelo. I have a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, so I know a lot about health, and I am currently taking exams to become a licensed provider. I focus on guiding and teaching the students how to study/learn so they can continue succeeding in school. I've tutored for about 6 years in Marietta, GA, while in school...
Gabriel G.
Lakeland, FL
$17-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello everyone I'm here to assist you with your daily care needs. I offer childcare, elderly care, and housekeeping as I own my own residential cleaning service. Let me know if I can be of any assistance to you and your families.
Gabriel can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
taking care of various pets while their owners are away at work, or on vacation. Responsible for entering people's homes and ensuring the proper care of their pets. Trusted with providing animals the proper medication for their individual needs. Establishing strong relationships with clients by consistently delivering reliable...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Dominique G.
Lakeland, FL
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Dominique , a meticulous and hardworking housekeeping professional with over 6 years of experience in maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming environments. I take great pride in my work and am dedicated to providing top-notch service that exceeds client expectations.
Dominique can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Dear families,
My name is Miranda and I am delighted to introduce myself as a responsible and caring individual eager to offer my services as a babysitter for your little ones! I have 5 years of experience and I have loved every single one! I am currently a college student and looking to work part time (could be a few hours...
Miranda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I am a current Certified Nursing Assistant with many years of experience. I have worked with many patients including patients in hospice care. I am very passionate about taking care of people , providing excellent service and making sure all there needs are met professionally. I have worked in home health, hospice care and...
Hazel can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalia and I am here to offer babysitting services. I would like to help out families looking for occasional or long-term sitters for days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, date nights, or emergencies, etc.
A little bit about myself:
I am 23 years old.
I speak Spanish and English.
I have 7 yrs of experience with...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Maria P.
Lakeland, FL
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I have experience in taking care of my elderly mother in law as well as toddlers and school agers. I have done both child and elderly care for almost over 5 years. I was a previous scheduler for homecare and home health care.
I enjoy helping others, which helps me learn a lot about people and they're needs. I strive to...
I am a registered nurse with a Master's Degree. I am available to help you and your loved one with a variety of things in their home on a regular basis with things from medication management, blood pressure monitoring, running errands, light house keeping, meal preparation and more. My experience is in oncology and a multitude...
Shana can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience providing care for seniors and disabled adults.
I have current CPR certification and fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with 1 booster. No issues with wearing a mask if requested.
I can help with Personal Care and Mobility challenges, Transportation Services, Meal Prep, Medication Management, Light...
Tara can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Heather B.
Auburndale, FL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in Assisted Livings for about 15 years. I have been a stay at home mom for a while and am currently looking to go back to work. I can also help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I also love animals and can offer pet sitting services for dogs and cats and dog walking.
Heather can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Dawn D.
Lakeland, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello , My Name is Dawn I am 40 years old . I am originally from Lansing MI. I am a mother of three beautiful girls and one handsome son. Their ages are 23, 20, 16, &15, also I have two beautiful grandchildren. I have a lot of experience with raising my own children. I have worked in the medical field for over 15 years giving...
I am offering child care, senior care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was young. In High school, I volunteered at a veterans nursing home and fell in love with caring for seniors. I am professional and reliable. I am a veteran and student...
Destiny can also help with: Errands, companionship, transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm 22 and ready to work! In my free time I love to draw and paint or just hang out with friends. I'm super energetic, optimistic, and crafty. I love pets and even have 5of them myself (2 cats, 1 hamster, 1 bunny, and a service dog). If allowed, I would love to bring my service dog , Shadow, along! She is super...
Amber can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Paola D.
Clermont, FL
$17-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'am 19 years old, I have experience with cleaning, I worked in a hotel in the laundry room, kitchen and lobby, I also cleaned car dealership offices, I offer good service to take care of children with love and patience.
I'd describe my personality as:
empathic
responsible
passionate
I like caring for homes because It can be a...
Paola can also help with: Attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Hi there, my name is Emery and I'm a recent graduate of Florida Southern College, where I earned a dual degree in English and political science. While studying at FSC, I tutored a select few K-12 students in a variety of subjects as my schedule permitted. Now that I have more time on my hands, I'm excited to offer my services to...
Emery can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Christine C.
Winter Haven, FL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate And Professional PT- FT Care Giver Available Various Work Hours
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in the health care fields over 20 years in various roles. Worked in Private care & facility care. I have also worked front & back office & as Dr Tech. I am comfortable working wit, Alzheimer's Dementia & special needs. I Also work with developmentally disabled & hospice for a number of years. I am currently a Med...
Christine can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Carmela R.
Davenport, FL
$62/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Carmela I'm 35 Year Old I Love My Job, Physiotherapist From More Than 11 Years Ago
I'd describe my personality as loving responsible and dedicated to each patient
I like caring for seniors because they are patients who need a lot of love. I like to see how I can help them have a better quality of life
I'm looking for a job that stability and good working environment
I started caring for seniors when I...
Carmela can also help with: Mobility assistance, transportation, dementia
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Polk City, FL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Polk City, FL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Polk City, FL, 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 Polk City, FL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Polk City, FL is $16.00 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 Polk City, FL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Polk City, FL. 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 Polk City, FL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Polk City, FL, 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 Polk City, FL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Polk City, FL, 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.