Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Preston, CT
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4.9
(15)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years senior care experience in care-giving. Experience with cooking, errands, grocery shop, light housekeeping, transport to appts, wheelchair transfers, feeding, bathing, medication .
I worked for a woman for 10 summers. I cleaned her house every week, did special projects for her, grocery shopping and appts. I...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Please do not steal Sue from us!! :)~
Sue is a GREAT caregiver, and she is very intuitive, and she has common sense, a great sense of humor, and the super power of getting along with anyone while doing things quickly and efficiently. Sue helps not only to take...
Katherine R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly....
Stacy R.
Cindy B.
Windham, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have many years experience as a CNA, hospice, physical therapy. I am a very hard worker, compassionate, reliable and outgoing. I have many references . Please consider me for this .position. Look forward to speaking with you. Thank You, Cindy.
Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cindy is a Very sweet and outgoing person and patient advocate. Personable and outgoing caregiver as well. I would trust her to take care of any of my beloved family members, and at any age - infant to elderly!"
Kristen A.
5.0
(1)
Are you looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver for your children? Look no further! With over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am a patient, creative, and organized individual who is ready to provide top-notch care for your little ones. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I have a clean...
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
5.0
(2)
I have an Associates Degree in Gerontology (Social Services for Elderly) and worked in a nursing home as well as private duty aide for the Ct. Social Service Department. I grew up around seniors as my parents ran a private nursing home when I was a child. In the early sixties I had more Grandparents than I could imagine and they...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ms. Jennings was the caregiver for my father-in-law while his son, my husband, and I lived at his home for 8 months.
Ms. Jennings was punctual, conscientious, and professional and my father-in-law felt so comfortable with her that he considered her family!
My...
Janet A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shannon and I am a Certified Advanced Caregiver based. I have over 20 years of experience as a caregiver and offer respite services to families tasked in the care of their loved ones.
In my years of service, I also have experience with individuals returning home on rehab and can assist with the rehabilitation...
Shannon can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Shannon is a very reliable and dependable caregiver. She is compassionate and has a great work ethic. If you're looking for someone to provide excellent care for your loved one I would 100% recommend her."
Alivia K.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cared for my 11 year old in 2018. She did a good job "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Arielle is a very caring and positive person, I would trust her with my own children. "
Nanette W.
Shannon O.
Westerly, RI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
COMPASSIONATE ELDER CARE With A Helping Hand And Friendly Smile.
I loved working at both Seniors Helping Seniors and Stoneridge in Mystic for over 2 years as a devoted and doting care giver providing my seniors with assisted living management and health care services.
Especially keen on compassionate in home care in the most helpful ways I preformed all the day to day tasks with a joyful...
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, companionship, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hello!
I am currently in school for physical therapy, and work at a rehab office. I am well versed in caring for the elderly and love doing so. I'm able to provide a safe and caring environment with my skills. I'm outgoing, personable, and a fast learner! I hope that my skills can help suit your needs.
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
I really enjoy working with kids! Throughout the past 12 years I have gained experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings including babysitting, assisting kids with disabilities, and providing speech therapy services. I have years of experience working with children from infants to 12-year-olds,...
Jillian can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to having been a behavioral...
My ideal position is a live in companion. I can help with transportation services, errands/shopping, light home chores, and cooking.
Vanessa can also help with: Live-in home care
My goal is not only to meet but exceed your expectations, fostering a trusting relationship built on reliability, communication, and mutual respect.
Beyond my technical expertise, I pride myself on creating meaningful connections with both pets and their owners. I believe in open communication, transparency, and a genuine love...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi there!
My name is Danah! I am in my final months of my occupational therapy doctoral degree and I'm
seeking a position to help others and grow and expand my knowledge. I have a wide variety of experiences from dementia care to psychiatric units. I am well versed with animals as well. I am trained in fall prevention, mobility...
Danah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation
Love spending time with animals, looking to help others care for their pets. Volunteer at animal shelter with dogs, and a dog owner. Passionate about ensuring all animals have a loving home and are well cared for. Volunteer at an animal shelter with rescue dogs. Big animal lover, hoping help people care for their own pets. Offer...
Erin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Jill D.
Westerly, RI
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Interested In Providing Companionship For Seniors Or Occasional Childcare
I am a grandmother of a 17-year-old and mother of 2 adult sons. I am an artist and enjoy cooking. I can help with meal prep, crafts, and errands. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in human services and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies. I retired from a 40+ year career in grant writing and administration, as human...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Tru I.
Mystic, CT
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Tru. I'm a people person with a bubbly personality. You can trust me to be a great listener, and to show extra care and support to everyone in all that I do. I have over 5 years of experience working in education and customer service. A fun fact about me is that I'm a professional saxophone player and studied at...
Tru can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care
I've been providing service to both children and the elderly for a few years. My great grandfather moved here from Puerto Rico 4 years ago, and I've helped my family to care for him. I've also cared for some of the older people at my church. I work at a child care center during the week. I'm comfortable cooking, cleaning, and...
Christian can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, respite care, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Preston, CT
Susan H.
5.0
Sue was great working for my mom who has advanced Parkinson’s and it required an awake at night caregiver to help with person care needs as she was up several times at night. Mom liked her, which was important.
- Care member
Julia H.
5.0
Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly. Julia is honest about my kids and she...
- Stacy R.
Cindy B.
5.0
Cindy is a Very sweet and outgoing person and patient advocate. Personable and outgoing caregiver as well. I would trust her to take care of any of my beloved family members, and at any age - infant to elderly!
- Kristen A.
Charon M.
5.0
Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on occasion. She helped my Mom with...
- Jane P.
Marie J.
5.0
Marie was with my family for eight years. She was my step mother's care giver and then after her death, Marie continued in her role with my father. She made that loss bearable for my father who suffers from dementia. During her time with us, she was a kind, thoughtful caregiver who kept my...
- Dorothy A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Preston, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Preston, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Preston, CT, 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 Preston, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Preston, CT is $23.25 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 Preston, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Preston, CT. 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 Preston, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Preston, CT, 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 Preston, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Preston, CT, 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.