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Christina P.


Portland, CT

$23-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm Looking To Keep Your Families Safe And Healthy In Their Own Home As Long As Possible!

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I'd describe my personality as being compassionate, empathetic, caring I like caring for seniors because it gives me great joy to see them in a home environment that's safe and their properly cared for as an individual as their needs are all different from one another no two are alike I'm looking for a job that pays well as I...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, home modification, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Yaritza R.


Portland, CT

$20-50/hr • 11 yrs exp

Housekeeping Services Cleaning Errands

I'd describe my personality as respectful family oriented organize I like caring for homes because I've been working for hotels over a decade. I'm very oriented with organization and with cleaning. I'm looking for a job that I'm looking for part-time hours I just need an extra support for me and my family I started...
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Mia Q.


Portland, CT

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Mia Q! I Am A Sophomore In College Who Is Excited To Provide Childcare Services

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loving, and responsible. I like working with kids because I have been raised as the oldest daughter of 7 children and being around kids is who I am. I'm looking for a job where I can connect with children and their parents while creating a strong bond with them. I want to give the...
Mia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Michele G.


Middletown, CT

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Critter Sitter Pet Service

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Michele and I am a full-time dog walker, dog trainer, overnight pet sitter, and natural pet care blogger. After becoming Certified in animal psychology, animal training, and essential cat and kitten care I began dog walking, and overnight pet sitting full-time. My pet care service includes: daily dog walks,...
Michele can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
" Michelle has gone above and beyond not only as a dog caretaker, but as a dog trainer! She had our puppy mastering basic commands by her third visit! She is patient, knowledgeable and professional. My dogs are my children I trust Michele with my babies 100%! All...

Christine M.

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Melinda R.


Berlin, CT

$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Spirited, Fun, Reliable, Outgoing Care Taker!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Let me briefly introduce myself, My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....
Melinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often...

Andrea L.

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Hannah E.


Newington, CT

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Hannah and I have 10 years of experience caring for children. I have been professionally working with children for nearly 7 years! I found my passion working in special education teaching students with autism and currently work as a behavioral therapist. I use play therapy and natural environment teaching to...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hannah babysat my 3 children, ages 2, 5, and 8, this summer for 10-15 hours per week plus an occasional date night. I can't recommend her highly enough - she was great. She always came prepared with something to do with the kids, whether and art project, cooking...

Christy D.

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Kathryn S.


Middletown, CT

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Trustworthy, dependable and friendly for reoccurring or one-time cleanings. Will provide a variety of cleaning services such as vacuuming/sweeping floors, dusting, wet mopping, care of bathrooms, making beds, changing linens, clean kitchen, wash dishes and load/unload dishes, empty trash, clean refrigerator, laundry, grocery...
Kathryn can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"While I only interviewed Kate, she seems great, super professional!!"

Heidi H.

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Emina K.


Wethersfield, CT

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Ready To Care!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Very caring person looking for work as a senior caregiver. I am an experienced companion/homemaker for 5 years. I am seeking part to full-time employment. I am very compassionate, caring, and dependable. The services I provide are: caregiving, homemaking, companion, grocery shopping, travel to appointments. I have excellent...
Emina can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping...

Ahmad O.

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Doreen K.


Newington, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Dementia Specialist Caregiver

I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) with 16 years of caregiving experience and certification as a Dementia Specialist. My work with private employers and home-care agencies has provided me with expertise in: - Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing) - Meal preparation and feeding support - Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure,...
Doreen can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Doreen helped care for my elderly mother for several years. She was wonderful & I would highly recommend her."

Dave L.

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Gosia K.


Glastonbury, CT

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Cleaning And Organizer Services.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Do you need helping hands? Call me now! My name is Gosia. With many years of experience, I'm offering cleaning and organizing services. I clean weekly, bi-weekly , one a month or one-time. My service including deep cleaning, regular cleaning, move in move out, new construction, office. Call me for free estimate.
Gosia can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Great. Great. Great! Gosia is awesome and we would certainly recommend her services. Communication is great. She is always punctual. VERY thorough. My wife and I always comment on how excited we are that we hired her on the day that she comes to the house....

Brian C.

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Natalee R.


Rocky Hill, CT

$17-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Detail Oriented Housekeeper

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Reliable and detail oriented housekeeper with over 3 years experience maintaining the organization and cleanliness in multiple residences and commercial properties. I am skilled at performing numerous cleaning duties such as basic and deep cleaning, sanitation, organizing spaces, and tending to general housekeeping tasks in a...
Natalee can also help with: Basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Natalee is fantastic! I needed help organizing and packing my mother's basement and Natalee was super helpful! She is professional, pleasant, and hard working. I highly recommend her services."

Jessica C.

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Sophia P.


Middletown, CT

$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Compassionate Occupational Therapy Student With A Love For Childcare

Hello! My name is Sophia. I live in Middletown, CT but go to school at Springfield College for Occupational Therapy!! In my free time I enjoy walking my dogs, watching movies, doing crafts, and playing soccer! I have many years of child care experience through volunteer work, babysitting, and my OT program. I was a volunteer...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Elysse R.


South Glastonbury, CT

$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Professional Dog Care: Dog Walking And Dog Sitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a pet sitter for 6 years now. There is nothing I love more than interacting with and taking care of dogs. I have a lab shepherd mix named Jake, and I absolutely adore him! My pet care services include dog walking and overnight dog sitting. I believe that dogs are much more comfortable in their own home than in a...
Elysse can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Samka D.


Newington, CT

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dog Lover

"Hi there! My name is Samka, and I'm a passionate dog lover who is excited to provide top-notch pet sitting services. With years of experience caring for my own beloved dog, I understand the importance of providing a safe and loving environment for furry friends. I truly believe that dogs bring so much joy and happiness into our...
Samka can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
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Kathleen M.


Middle Haddam, CT

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Have been a certified nurses aid since 2010 and an occupational therapy assistant since 2013 with experience with the geriatric population. I have worked in many skilled nursing facilities and an assisted living facility. I am looking to do personal care as I believe our loved ones can thrive in their home environment! Others...
Kathleen can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Chelsea R.


Berlin, CT

$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Chelsea. I live in Wolcott, CT. I work at a daycare during the week, so I am experienced working with children. I am very responsible and will provide childcare and light housework. I also am an animal lover and will provide pet sitting services for dogs/cats. If you contact me, I will respond to you asap with my...
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Madelyn K.


East Hampton, CT

$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello families! I am a graduate student studying speech-language pathology at UConn. I have extensive experience in childcare and special needs care which I have gained through my experience in roles as an infant and toddler teacher in a daycare setting, as a babysitter for a range of ages, and as a caretaker for individuals...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kamryn G.


East Hampton, CT

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Kamryn I am a very clean and organized person. Cleaning is one of my favorite things to do, oddly, but I will provide my service to fit your needs.
Kamryn can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
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Kent H.


Middletown, CT

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Kind And Gentle Semi-Retired Man With A Good Sense Of Humor

Hi! I am 65 and semi-retired. I can help with transportation services, bathing/dressing, shopping and errands. And I can cook! Senior care available.
Kent can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
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Kirstyn A.


Rocky Hill, CT

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hi I'm Kirstyn! I'm 28 years old and I am a certified Occupational Therapist in the state of Connecticut. I graduate with my masters of science in Occupational Therapy this past December 2019. I am certified in Pediatric and adult CPR for Healthcare Providers Certified by American Heart Association, which expires in 2026. I am...
Kirstyn can also help with: Craft assistance

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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Portland, CT

Michele G.

5.0

Michelle has gone above and beyond not only as a dog caretaker, but as a dog trainer! She had our puppy mastering basic commands by her third visit! She is patient, knowledgeable and professional. My dogs are my children I trust Michele with my babies 100%! All three of my dogs have three very...

- Christine M.

Melinda R.

5.0

Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both of my kids, quickly becoming their most favorite babysitter! She is attentive, creative, and fun. She often does crafts with them and always...

- Andrea L.

Hannah E.

5.0

Hannah babysat my 3 children, ages 2, 5, and 8, this summer for 10-15 hours per week plus an occasional date night. I can't recommend her highly enough - she was great. She always came prepared with something to do with the kids, whether and art project, cooking competition, or a park date. She...

- Christy D.

Kathryn S.

5.0

Good presentation, professional, knowledgeable, would definitely recommend to all

- Richard P.

Emina K.

5.0

Due to my work schedule that requires a lot of travel time I can't be there for my mother at times but having Emina has made all the difference. Whenever I am not in town Emina takes care of my mother by keeping her company, providing entertainment, going shopping with her, cooking for her, cleaning...

- Ahmad O.

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