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Hello my name is Diana, I receive my Bachelors in Human Services degree from Old Dominion University. I have worked with several families, one in particular for over 20 years. I am currently considering overnight/live-in assistance beginning February 2025. I look forward to hearing from you and scheduling an interview.
Diana can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
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Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Josephine.
I have 5 years of experience with residential and vacation property cleaning. I can help with all household cleaning to include but not limited to: bathroom, living room, bedrooms, laundry, kitchen, media room, and Organization (beyond standard tidying). I provide my own cleaning supplies and...
Josephine can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing & more
5.0
"Josephine is so professional, an excellent communicator and is willing to pitch in if I ever have special requests. She pays attention to details and I highly reccommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Mackenzie,
I started working with children at a performing arts camp about 9 years ago. I come from a theater background, but my passion flourished the most offstage, interacting with kids. Whether teaching or nannying, I have been working in childcare for most of my life, and I love to do it.
My main goal...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mackenzie has been a true god send! We love her so much, and she has become part of our family. The kids always ask for her and when she is coming back. I would recommend her to EVERYONE. She is great with the dogs and kids and everyone is always happy and well...
Amy K.
Hi! I just recently left my long term, live-in nannying position! I left to work on pursuing my future career in Occupational Therapy! In the mean time, I'm looking for some babysitting and tutoring jobs to earn some extra hours in the evenings and weekends! I have a vast amount of experience in childcare and tutoring!
Madisyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I have experience with cancer and giving meds. I have been with my last person for 1 year, before that I was with a cancer patient with Dementia for 4. 5 years and my husband that passed , I did his pick line, feeding tube and chest tube several...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Victoria A.
Yorktown, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistant Looking For Full Time Work In Home Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified personal care assistant. I have training and skills as follows. Companionship, housekeeping , answering phone running errands, grocery shopping, taking client to and from doctors appointments, cooking lunch breakfast and dinner grooming and bathing clients medication reminders . I'm also skilled in operating a...
Victoria can also help with: Dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Aleah C.
Gloucester, VA
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have over three years of experience running my own successful cleaning business. During this time, I have honed my skills in delivering exceptional cleaning services, managing client relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction. My expertise in the industry has equipped me with the knowledge and proficiency to handle a...
Aleah can also help with: Window washing, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Heather B.
Hayes, VA
$16-17/hr
I am a reliable, patient, and dedicated caregiver with a strong passion for animals. With experience caring for a variety of pets, including cats, dogs, birds, and reptiles, I understand the unique needs of different species and am committed to providing the highest level of care. I am also a proud pet owner myself, with two...
Heather can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Cassandra W.
Yorktown, VA
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently employed as a mental health clinician working with at-risk youth for Strategic Therapy Associates! I also actively coach club field hockey girls age 5-18. I truly love working with kids in all settings and have over 2 years of experience as an active babysitter/ nanny. I have a lot of experience working with kids...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Ashley and i'm from yorktown, VA. I've been babysitting since I was 15! It started with jobs here and there around my neighborhood. When I was 16 I started long term sitting for my volleyball coach and his wife. They had one boy who was 4 and shortly after had another baby boy. So I spent a lot of time on the...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Iryna M.
Yorktown, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello. My name is Iryna. I recently moved to the USA from Ukraine. I have a Bachelors Degree (that I got in Ukraine) in Kindergarten teaching, and I worked as a Kindergarten teacher in Ukraine for 17 years. I worked with kids from 1-year-old to 7 years old.
My English is at a lower level, but I am happy to do different kinds of...
Iryna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Hello! My background is in childcare but I am looking to branch out to other services. My main goal is to ensure you have someone pleasant to spend your days with. I am happy to cook and clean, or just hang out! I love animals of all kinds, playing board games, crafts, going on walks, and movies! I hope to hear from you soon.
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
I worked with CSB, Community Service Board, in a group home with disabled individuals. I Assisted and gave supportive care to individuals with disabilities, dementia, and autism with their daily living skills and Administer medication. I Provided direct care and personal assistance to physically and intellectually disabled...
Cheryl F.
Gloucester, VA
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Supervisor
2008-2011 - New Creation Ministries Daycare Center - in Cobb's Creek, VA
Supervised children's Daycare Center performed all administrative and managerial duties
Hiring of staff members, training, scheduling, planning and budgeting for the center
Worked professionally and directly with children, parents, social...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
My name is Morgan.
I have been a special education teacher for 5 years.
I am currently a RBT for ABA therapy.
Graduated from GMU with early childhood degree. I have handled all ages of children infant to teens. I can handle disabilities, sick, and fussy children. Looking to tutor or watch children around 6 to 8 hours a week or...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I take pride in my work that is done and go above and beyond to try to help the family with anything possible they need. I am very flexible with the schedule. I have experience with Special needs Children and Adults
Ashley can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Cheryl F.
Gloucester, VA
$16-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Senior Care And Intellectual Disability Care Provider With CPR/AED/ First Aid
I have worked with individuals as well as in a group home working with Seniors. I Assist and Support individuals with disabilities and dementia with their daily living skills and Administer medication. Use general knowledge of the person centered principles, practices, and techniques, monitoring the individual, complete document...
Cheryl can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, companionship, respite care
I am Outgoing, friendly and willing to help with your driving needs. I can drive you to your Medical appointments, or out to social activities. I am happy to take care of the shopping for you or simply take you out to run your own errands with company and support. I also do pick up or drop off to Patrick Henry international...
Alice can also help with: Errands, transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with showering/bathing, dressing, medication management , wound care , transfers, mobility devices, physical therapy techniques, Dementia, Hospice care, End of Life Care. Fully vaccinated, Background check available. Medical Assistant Degree, CPR/BLS certification.
Sunshine can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sunshine A cared for my father who had moderate dementia, and was unable to walk or move about on his own. She was phenomenal with him! She did everything he needed plus a thousand things more. My mother felt so safe having someone so skilled and knowledgeable to...
Patricia L.
Organization, cleanliness, and efficiency comes fiercely and naturally for personality types like me! Let me help you live your best life (less-stressed) with taking the burden out of keeping your house clean! I'm flexible to build a tailored plan to fit your cleaning needs, and typically charge on a quote basis. Please contact...
Callyanne can also help with: General room cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, kitchen cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Port Haywood, VA
Josephine J.
5.0
Josephine is such a hard worker. She's prompt, thoughtful, and honest. I appreciate having her clean my place and do food prep. I like that she has a culinary background and is good at so many things including organization. She's also very self-directed which is nice. She even brings her own...
- Catherine W.
Mackenzie S.
5.0
Mackenzie has been a true god send! We love her so much, and she has become part of our family. The kids always ask for her and when she is coming back. I would recommend her to EVERYONE. She is great with the dogs and kids and everyone is always happy and well cared for. Thank you times a million...
- Amy K.
Sunshine A.
5.0
I want to take this time to express my heartfelt gratitude to Sunshine for taking care of my wife of 37 years during the last six months of her life. Her kindness, professionalism, knowledge and dedication meant the world to me. She is experienced in taking care of patients with Alsheimer's and...
- Tk K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Port Haywood, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Port Haywood, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Port Haywood, VA, 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 Port Haywood, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Port Haywood, VA 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 Port Haywood, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Port Haywood, VA. 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 Port Haywood, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Port Haywood, VA, 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 Port Haywood, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Port Haywood, VA, 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.