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Hello, I'm a dedicated and passionate pet lover with years of experience in providing top-notch pet care services. As a dog walker, cat sitter, and overnight pet sitter, I've had the joy of working with furry companions of all shapes and sizes. I've grown up with dogs and we were always inseparable giving them love and care and...
Christina can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kelsey J.
Reading, MA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Pediatric Speech Therapist Ready To Nanny For A Great Family!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former pediatric Speech Language Pathologist and have over 10 years of experience working with and caring for children in a variety of settings, from nannying for several families to providing speech and language services in homes, clinics and schools to children ages 1-17. I now have a virtual life coaching business and...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I will also do some housekeeping. I am interested in companion work that involves personal interaction so I can give comfort and attention. I am a great listener.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Samantha and I am a 26-year-old grad school student. I am currently working towards my doctorate in occupational therapy and will be graduating this year! I have multiple years of experience nannying/babysitting for many families. I have babysat children of varying ages (ages 3 months to 15 years old). Additionally, I...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've been in cleaning services for 10 years, I truly enjoy living in a clean and neat place and I want to make feel the same feeling to my clients. Even life is better when your house looks and smells fresh and clean!! I live in a not pet allowed place so I enjoy my client's pets instead.
Cristina can also help with: Attic cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Jill D.
Reading, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started caring for children with special needs 15 years ago as an aide in a classroom for a special education collaborative summer extended year program. Since getting my Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, I have mainly worked with children (aged 3-22 years) with physical, emotional, developmental and/or behavioral...
Tatiana M.
Reading, MA
$22-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 24 years old and I have a bachelors degree in clinical psychology. I am currently in graduate school to become an LMHC. I currently work for a community mental health agency providing community based services to youth. I have several years of experience working with kids and significant experience working with kids...
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I am a Physical Education teacher and lacrosse coach in Lexington MA. I have a strong background in working with children, building meaningful connections, and creating a safe and enriching environment. I understand the importance of...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a Certified nurses assistant currently working with a pediatric special needs client doing home health care and working with dementia patients at an assisted living. I am in undergraduate school on the track to major in Occupational Therapy. I have lots of experience working with different age groups as I have volunteered...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Hi there! My name is Lexi and I am a 24-year-old
graduate student at Umass Lowell living in Reading. I love kids and have experience working with all ages. I grew up working at the Reading YMCA teaching swimming lessons for kids ages 6mo-15yrs and led the adaptive swim program. I have been babysitting for over 10 years including...
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Nicole S, and I am a senior at University with a major in Health Sciences. I am currently working at Partners in Rehab physical therapy for the summer and am looking for one- time jobs preferably in the afternoons/ evenings. I enjoy participating in all types of sports and I also enjoy helping children with...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to...
Daphney P.
Natasha H.
Medford, MA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I'm an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student at Tufts University. I have a breadth of experience working with kids in various settings, including special needs and recreational after-school programs. I love to plan craft activities and fun games, and would be able to help out with light housekeeping...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jadeline, I am a professional dancer and a junior at Salem State University studying Physical Therapy in the Sports Movement Science department with a concentration of Pre-Rehabilitation track.
I'm an experienced and reliable babysitter dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. With a...
Jadeline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jadeline was amazing!! Our son felt right at home with Jadeline. She arrived promptly and checked in throughout the night with updates.
We’d be thrilled to hire her again!"
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamya. I've work with Family and Children Services , in the teen scene mentor group. I mentored young children from Monday-Thursday, which has given me tons of experience dealing with kids from all backgrounds. Currently, I am a toddler teacher at a daycare in Marblehead, Massachusetts. I'm looking to switch to a long...
Jamya can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Jamya watched our 15 month old son during the work days while our babysitter was out for three weeks. Our son loves Mya, and she was able to get him down for his naps better than anyone in the house! We have a very wakeful baby (and we never sleep trained) so this...
Krista S.
4.8
(13)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
Gleisiany can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"In 23 years of work in the area, I don't know a person with such dedication, she loves what she does, very dedicated."
Paulo D.
Sayonara M.
Lynn, MA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide a skilled and professional cleaning service customized to your needs with punctuality and reliable efficiency. 12 years of experience in meeting customers requests.
Any questions don't hesitate to contact me.
Thank you SO MUCH!
Best regards
Sayonara can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"I hired Sayonara to clean my entire house, and during her deep clean she worked very hard the entire time. It was a lot of work and she did not stop until the job was done. I highly recommend Sayonara."
Cory S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for a very long time. I owned and ran a family day care for 15 years in Maracaibo-Venezuela where I cared for children between the ages of 3 months to 7 years old. Therefore I have experience working with a wide range of needs. I am offering my professional services to families in the Greater Boston...
Nola can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Nola babysat my two children, 1 and 3 years old for a week while our regular caregiver was on vacation. She was awesome! She was on time , she was very caring and attentive to the kids needs, she played and did crafts, and she spoke Spanish with them. We were...
Katherine G.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
First, let me thank you for considering me. I have had the pleasure of working with & caring for children since I started employment as a teenager. I spent my summers as a nanny/babysitter. I still maintain a relationship with the families and children even though they are grown. I went to school and obtained credentials in...
Rachelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"She is a very reliable, compassionate, and friendly person who is very dedicated and loyal. She has a great record for being dependable."
Deborah A.
Alline F.
Medford, MA
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Alline, I'm 33 years old, I'm originally from Brazil. With over 8 years of experience, I'm committed to providing reliable and thorough cleaning services, ensuring a safe and spotless environment for your family.
I have my own business and our satisfied clients appreciate our attention to detail and trustworthiness,...
Alline can also help with: Basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am offering Housekeeper services with more than 10 years of experience and good references.
I can Start the day with empty dishwasher and Clean your kitchen every time and also I can do errands and grocery shop. Laundry routine and keep your house organized. Having a housekeeper to clean and organize your home can make you...
Sara can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"She is incredibly responsible and able to do whatever task you ask, easy or hard! Her English is great and she is always dressed to impress! Definitely recommend her services to whoever wants a healthy home! "
Layane R.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Reading, MA
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole helped care for my 4 month old daughter 5 days a week. She was a joy to have around. She is very responsible and trustworthy. My daughter loved their time together and was always happy to see Nicole every morning. She was great with our dog. We are going to miss Nicole very much. She will be...
- Daphney P.
Natasha H.
5.0
Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!
- Care member
Jadeline G.
5.0
Jadeline was amazing!! Our son felt right at home with Jadeline. She arrived promptly and checked in throughout the night with updates.
We’d be thrilled to hire her again!
- Care member
Jamya M.
5.0
Jamya watched our 15 month old son during the work days while our babysitter was out for three weeks. Our son loves Mya, and she was able to get him down for his naps better than anyone in the house! We have a very wakeful baby (and we never sleep trained) so this is a testament to her skills as a...
- Krista S.
Gleisiany M.
5.0
While my mother was in the hospital and rehab for over two weeks she needed a lot more assistance than the nursing staff could provide. We found Gleisiany through a friend. I stayed with my mother during the day time hours and Gleisiany would spend the night caring for my mother and making sure...
- Michael Z.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Reading, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Reading, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Reading, MA, 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 Reading, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Reading, MA is $20.30 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 Reading, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Reading, MA. 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 Reading, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Reading, MA, 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 Reading, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Reading, MA, 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.