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Hello, my name is Leila! I am a dedicated and hardworking housekeeper with a passion for maintaining clean and organized spaces. My responsibilities include dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, changing linens, and sanitizing surfaces to ensure a hygienic and welcoming environment. I take pride in my attention to detail and my...
Leila can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced dog walker who has been walking and sitting dogs for clients for a little over four years. Most recently, I came from the Bay Area where I was walking for pet care service clients and have a 5 star rating overall. Being with animals is definitely the best part of my day and I couldn't imagine not being around...
Crystal can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Crystal is great with my two dogs! She has been so helpful and reliable! I would highly recommend her for anyone else's fur babies :)"
Chelsea Q.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Kathy is an amazing light with great intentions compassion. She's been a cherished addition to our family."
Jennifer S.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 7 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: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"Sue is AMAZING, she has helped our family transition my father into long term in home care. She is great energy, has positive attitude and was amazing at stepping up to help making my Dad feel comfortable with the new level of care he needs. We look forward to...
Willey H.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have know Julia since she was a little girl. I had been her gymnastics coach up until her high school graduation. She is a hard worker, very polite, caring, kind and a very funny person. Genuinely sweet. She had worked some birthday parties for us before she...
earl C.
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...
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: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"My kids were always well cared for. Cindy went out of her way to help me as a working mom, make learning fun and provide a safe and healthy environment for my children.
Cindy was an absolute blessing to our family!"
Jen C.
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: Dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
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
(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: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & 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.
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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...
Rebecca S.
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: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
About me. I've worked with elderly for 20 years. I tend to be a favorite caregiver (CNA) mostly due to my work, my patience and compassion.
I have experience with
dementia
Parkinson's
hospice care
some wound care
diabetes
I've worked in nursing homes, for agencies and private homes. Home care is my favorite. I will assist...
Sheila can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning
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 walking, pet transportation
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Preston, CT
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal is great with my two dogs! She has been so helpful and reliable! I would highly recommend her for anyone else's fur babies :)
- Chelsea Q.
Katheryn A.
5.0
I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her compassionate nature, reliability,...
- Carola D.
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.
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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.