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Tania R.
Henrico, VA
$13-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am in cleanings service line 10 yrs I do everything baths, rooms or just laundry or just bathrooms or depending on your need
Tania can also help with: Refrigerator cleaning, dusting, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dear lovely parents, It's a pleasure to have a moment to talk to you about my care for your child! My name is Karla, I was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I am a part-time server and a Sunday school teacher for kids ages 8-12.
I have been in the childcare industry for more than 5...
Karla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karla is amazing. My son absolutely loves her and runs to her. It's great to feel when you go out need a babysitter that your child is safe and love. Karla absolutely delivers."
Aja W.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Keyonna (KeyKey) I enjoy working with the elderly. I've been in the healthcare field since I was 26 years of age. I can truly say I know I was called to nurture others. I've worked in retirement centers, hospitals, assistant living and private homes. I have a degree in Allied Health. My past experience working...
Keyonna can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Such a sweet hard working person."
Ashley G.
5.0
(1)
I have over 16 years of experience in child care and nannying. I love children and love having the opportunity to care for them! I have nannied newborns, toddlers, and many different ages simultaneously. I am an intuitive, energetic, engaging and patient person by nature, so I will bring all of these assets into my care for your...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine has worked with us over the last two years with our 3 children (now ages 2.5, 6, & 8). She is responsible, empathetic and nurturing. She is excellent at jumping into deep, imaginative play and letting the kids be kids. She has been able to help with meal...
Tara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Prior to having my own children, I have had plenty of experience with caregiving. I am the eldest of 4 and have always taken a nurturing role. I spent most of junior high and high school babysitting neighborhood children, and became a nanny at the age of 18 years old for about 4 years, until I pursued my education in pastry.
I...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Alicia is a gem and is absolutely phenomenal! She has helped me when I have to travel to Richmond for work. I currently live in Dallas, TX, but travel to Richmond, VA, monthly for work. I bring my 10 month old daughter with me on those trips and Alicia watches my...
Cecily F.
Jenna C.
Richmond, VA
$8-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter With Years Of Veterinary Assistant Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a veterinary assistant and my passion involves providing the best care possible for your pet! I have been in the vet field for six years and have been providing pet sitting services for five years. Along with overnight stays and daytime sitting, I provide basic grooming needs such as baths, nail trims, and...
Jenna can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Jenna is gentle, sweet, and skilled. I have a Tuxedo cat named Stanley who is 1 year old this month. I needed somebody who would be willing to come to my home and trim his nails. She came in and found him hiding in a bedroom closet, trimmed his nails, and walked...
Diane H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been working as a music therapist for 6+ years with a wide variety of age groups, including kiddos from ages 0-18. In my music therapy work, I typically see children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and complex medical conditions. As a babysitter, I have experience taking care of children from 2 months old to 12 years old....
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love love loved Christina! My girls adored her! She was amazing with them. Always dependable! We were so sad to see her go!"
Savana P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kiya and I LOVE working with kids! I have babysat and since I was 15, I have also shadowed as a teachers assistant. I've worked with children ages 3 months to 13 years old. I am very big or communication and comfortability so I am very open to interviews! I also have my own vehicle so I am able to run errands,...
Kiya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiya came on time and prepared with games and other activities. My kids loved her. We will definitely be using her again!"
Denise W.
5.0
(1)
Hello, beautiful souls!
My name is Queen, and I am looking for a family to work with as a housekeeper this summer and beyond. Currently a medical assistant, I seek a new opportunity outside the medical field. I have a bachelor's degree in biology and a strong attention to detail.
I take pride in creating clean, organized, and...
Queen can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens
5.0
"Queen did an exceptional job cleaning and assisting with organizing my home. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Experienced and reliable Nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children and their families. Have taken care of a set of twins, and autistic children. Adept in providing optimal care to children as young as 4 weeks old. Can handle all age groups of kids. Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients,...
Christabel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is trustworthy, good with kids of all ages and very patient."
Doreen M.
Garnet W.
Henrico, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an alumna of Long Island University in New York. I majored in Nursing and Psychology. With over 23 years of experience, I continue to provide exceptional care for the sick and elderly in hospitals, nursing homes and residences. I have worked as a counselor with The Center for Family Support and Birch Family Services serving...
Garnet can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Garnet was a fantastic health care aide for my mother. She had a fantastic disposition and was a true team player when an extra effort was needed. I can't say enough about Garnet and you would be lucky to have her as part of the team"
Sheldon E.
Nikkie W.
Richmond, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Dementia and Hospice Services. I've worked with hospice patients, dementia, and etc... I'm very good with transferring, cathedral, assistant living, nursing homes and more... I also have child care experience
Nikkie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Nikki has been very dependable quick to learn my routine is very professional and caring would hire her again if needed"
Jenny M.
Garnet W.
Henrico, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reality Of Nursing: •Compassion •Competence •Confidence •Conscience •Commitment
5.0
(4)
Versatile: I am an alumna of Long Island University in New York. I majored in Nursing and Psychology. I have worked as a counselor 4 years with The Center For Family Support and Birch Family Services serving individuals that has Mental Disabilities. I have worked with Healtronix as a Wound Care Consultant Therapist. I have over...
Garnet can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization
5.0
"She is a very professional and courteous"
Gracelin W.
4.8
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents,
I hope you all are doing great! Here is a little about me and my service to you and your family.
I have been in the childcare business for over four years and very passionate about what I do. While working in a child care facility, there are many families that I come across and as the years go by, new...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This sitter is AMAZING!!!!! My boys were are well taken care of and once picked up they don't want to leave her Lol!!! She loves her work, has a great passion for children, therefore takes great pride in all she does. Her home and car are clean and she is VERY...
Angela J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been housecleaning for 28 years. I have owned my own business and also worked for a maid service, and an independent contractor. I have a keen eye for dirt with an exceptional eye for detail. I am also very good at organizing and de-cluttering. I'm only available on the weekends right now.
Anne can also help with: Dusting, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
Hi, I'm Shea! I am a full time student at VCU, living in the Fan in Richmond. I have 1 year of professional experience with dogs & cats, gained during employment with the Richmond SPCA, & Leash & Lead (a local pet sitting company.) I am open to servicing both in the city & outside! Please reach out if I can be of help to you &...
Shea can also help with: Daily feeding, dog training, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
Hi there! My name is Rachel, I'm 21 years old, and I'm a junior music therapy major at Shenandoah University. I adore animals and have had many experiences animal sitting and dog walking! I am honest, hardworking, punctual, patient, flexible, and very organized. I'm also more than happy to provide animal sitting in yours or my...
Rachel can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Julia C.
Richmond, VA
$13-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Julia. I am a 20-year-old college student at J Sargent Reynolds in Richmond. I like to read and spend time outside with my dogs. I love kids and have experience with babysitting in the past. I also helped with some summer camps at a local kids camp, and have helped with kids gymnastics classes. I have 2 dogs and 2...
Julia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
I've been an aide for multiple children work special needs, such as severe Autism, Cerebral Palsy and ADHD. During those jobs I helped with school, physical therapy and speech therapy.
After this, I taught at a kindergarten for 2 years and a JHS for 1.
Currently I have been a nanny for a private family for 3 years, with one...
I've been a nanny for 9 years now, ranging in ages 2-9. Most of my families have had some sort of special accommodations, such as autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, speech delay and/or autoimmune disorders, so I am very comfortable with learning medical needs and even assisting with physical therapy or speech therapy routines.
On...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Quinton, VA
Karla R.
5.0
Karla has watched our toddler for a few months. Her energy and care for him exceeds our expectations! It is so wonderful that he gets to play, learn and be around a positive person.
- Care member
Keyonna W.
5.0
Such a sweet hard working person.
- Ashley G.
Catherine C.
5.0
Catherine has worked with us over the last two years with our 3 children (now ages 2.5, 6, & 8). She is responsible, empathetic and nurturing. She is excellent at jumping into deep, imaginative play and letting the kids be kids. She has been able to help with meal preparation, nap time, visits to...
- Tara H.
Alicia P.
5.0
Alicia is a gem and is absolutely phenomenal! She has helped me when I have to travel to Richmond for work. I currently live in Dallas, TX, but travel to Richmond, VA, monthly for work. I bring my 10 month old daughter with me on those trips and Alicia watches my daughter for me, while I am away at...
- Cecily F.
Jenna C.
5.0
Jenna is gentle, sweet, and skilled. I have a Tuxedo cat named Stanley who is 1 year old this month. I needed somebody who would be willing to come to my home and trim his nails. She came in and found him hiding in a bedroom closet, trimmed his nails, and walked out with him in her arms! We were...
- Diane H.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Quinton, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Quinton, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Quinton, 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 Quinton, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Quinton, VA is $13.50 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 Quinton, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Quinton, 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 Quinton, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Quinton, 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 Quinton, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Quinton, 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.