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Extensive knowledge and training working with the senior population: bathing, dressing, toileting, physical mobility, bed mobility, meal preparation, and assisting with home exercise programs. Extensive experience with various diagnoses including, but not limited to: CHF, Alzheimer's, Dementia, MS, ALS, etc. Extensive experience...
Jenna can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
Sara L.
Riverside, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a full time college student looking to petsit, babysit, or be a caretaker of an older adult. Currently I have open availability until I graduate in the middle of May. I love working with kids and older adults. I'm currently in school to become an occupational therapist. Over the years I have babysat my...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Bennie F.
Riverside, RI
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Bennie. I've had many years of experience with children. I'm friendly and easy going. Not only do I love kids but also love pets in case you need assistance with them.
I know you won't be disappointed with my services. Would love to meet you.
Bennie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Callula H.
Riverside, RI
$15-20/hr
I can provide service for various kinds of pets, I have experience with cats and dogs! I love animals and I am able to give walks, do feedings, as well as baths and light grooming. I am currently working on getting another car at the moment, but I can use my moms if travel is necessary.
Callula can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I am available Weekdays after 5 p.m. and on Sundays to do any type of housecleaning services you may need.
Lisa can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Lauren G.
Riverside, RI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hey there, I've been working as an occupational therapist for almost 11 years now, specifically in subacute rehab, respiratory rehab, dementia, ortho and elder care settings. I LOVE working with this population and would love to help with any evening/ late night elder care services you may require. I'm CPR certified and very...
Lauren can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Susan A.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional And Compassionate Caregiver Over 17 Years Experience With Diverse Clients.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
-Over 17 years experience in private home care after leaving hospital.
-Fully Covid-19 vaccinated
-Reliable and Flexible with my own transportation.
-Services include: medication and dosage, personal care and hygiene, meal preparation, light house duties, transportation and scheduling of doctors and therapy...
Susan can also help with: Errands, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Susan has been the anchor for my Mom's overnights. She is an incredible person. She is extremely skilled at what she does - including allowing my Mom independence when she needs it, being a comforting companion when things are rough and making sure my Mom stays...
Mindy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience. I can help with meal prep, light housekeeping, Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have experience with senior care, as well as, working with severe to profound multi-handicapped individuals.
Kelly can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance
5.0
"Kelly is very easy to work with. She is compassionate, flexible, understanding and in a short period of time, connected quickly with my father. Kelly knows how to enforce boundaries in a respectful manner. She was very communicative, always punctual and extremely...
Jennifer W.
Tonien S.
Seekonk, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am CPR certified and experience in providing care .
Tonien can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Great performance and great work on time with work does everything she’s asked always smiles and calm very much helpful goes beyond her work."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hello , I am looking for full time / part time opportunity's . I have experience as a CNA working for hospice , & the VNA also for a private Dr. and for an elementary school nurse in the health room . I went to college for the OTA ( occupational therapy program) program and did graduate which included a variety of internships ....
Brook can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a creative, outgoing, communicative nanny with a love of the outdoors and arts. I have lived all over the world and love to travel. After majoring in art therapy in college, I moved to RI and taught private 1-on-1 art classes from 2013 to 2019. I also began full-time nannying in 2014, working with multiple families for both...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is a fantastic sitter. She did very well in the interview and managed to impress our family panel of interviewers. We hired her to care for my 6 and 4 year old boys while I was working. She was punctual and very flexible with our changing schedule. My kids...
Craig B.
Sarah M.
Providence, RI
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Most Weekends For Help Along With Some Afternoons!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 36 years old that loves to help out families when needed. I have a lot of experience with the elderly as I have worked for an agency since 2007. Some of my duties there are:
Meal preparation
Light housekeeping
Laundry
Errand services
Grocery shopping
Pick up prescriptions
Care for pets, houseplants and home while family is...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Sarah is very patient and supportive in the care of my special needs sister."
Carol C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an Elementary school teacher and mom! I'm wanting to be home for my son more, and am offering childcare from my home!
I have 10+ years of nanny and babysitting experience. I have worked in different school public school systems as a certified Teacher, Teacher Assistant, Mentor for at risk youth, Homework club advisor,...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Alex is such a sweet, wonderful, caring person. My son enjoys having her as his babysitter. They have fun playing games and reading. I highly recommend Alex to any family who needs a sitter."
Stephanie S.
Kristen M.
Warwick, RI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 15 years experience working with children from birth through teen years! I have my masters degree in occupational therapy in which I specialize in pediatrics. I love watching children learn and grow through play! I am very organized and dependable, and I have wonderful references! Please message me if I sound...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristen has been babysitting for my two boys, ages 4 and 6, for 9 months. She is the first sitter I have hired through Care.com, and she has greatly exceeded all of my expectations. She is very attentive to the needs of my children, and they (and I) are...
Lori M.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced house cleaner with 15 years experience. I am hardworking with good attention to detail. I take pride in my work and will always provide satisfactory results! I love pets and welcome all homes with animals! I provide all basic cleaning services as well as supplies and any special requests Look forward to...
Melissa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Melissa does Fantastic work. Very dependable and trustworthy. She cleans spotless. House is always shining and smelling good. Very fast hard worker. Does a complete job."
April K.
Leslie H.
Warwick, RI
$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."
Linda W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Cate and I recently received my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
As I study for my national boards, I currently have full time availability.
With over 19 years of experience, I've worked w/ children ranging from newborn to 14 years old in both professional and home settings. For several summers, I was...
Cate can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cate is a joy to work with. She really brings her best self to the job every day! I joke that she's my son's "best friend" but it's definitely true. She has helped our little boy to grow and learn so much over the course of the last year. We're really lucky to have...
Emily P.
Emily C.
Seekonk, MA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Emily and I am 24 years old! I have a bachelors in Public Health with a minor in Communications and Nutrition. I have 9+ years experience with children ages 2m-10 yrs! I have Nannied for many families some long term some short term based on their needs. I have my newborn and child CPR First Aid certifications...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was a wonderful sitter for our three children. She was always on time, clean, and thoughtful with activities to do with the kids. Our children would often ask when Emily could babysit again. She was very quick to let us know her availability and flexible...
Meaghan M.
5.0
(2)
I am a organized tidy person in general. I worked for a cleaning service for about 5 years. I've been nannying for the last 7 and I do all the cleaning in there house including changing sheets, doing laundry, steaming floors, wiping down the bathrooms and emptying the dishwasher all while the baby sleeps. But my daughter just...
Tammy can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Lisa G.
Warwick, RI
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lisa. I have been pet sitting on and off for 6 years I went back to school for a while so had to close acct due to my studies . I am an extreme animal lover . All pets I care for are loved and treated as my own I myself have 2 dogs 3 cats of my own I have fostered abused dogs and cats. I know how difficult and...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa made our vacation so easy because she was so good period... We will hire her without any question again!!! Very professional, dependable, and punctual...5 star!!! Thanks Lisa ...you were wonderful!!!"
Thomas M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Riverside, RI
Susan A.
5.0
Susan has been the anchor for my Mom's overnights. She is an incredible person. She is extremely skilled at what she does - including allowing my Mom independence when she needs it, being a comforting companion when things are rough and making sure my Mom stays safe. She has good ideas for how...
- Mindy S.
Kelly G.
5.0
Kelly is very easy to work with. She is compassionate, flexible, understanding and in a short period of time, connected quickly with my father. Kelly knows how to enforce boundaries in a respectful manner. She was very communicative, always punctual and extremely reliable. She went above and beyond,...
- Jennifer W.
Tonien S.
5.0
Great performance and great work on time with work does everything she’s asked always smiles and calm very much helpful goes beyond her work.
- Care member
Michelle L.
5.0
Michelle is a fantastic sitter. She did very well in the interview and managed to impress our family panel of interviewers. We hired her to care for my 6 and 4 year old boys while I was working. She was punctual and very flexible with our changing schedule. My kids can be challenging at times but...
- Craig B.
Sarah M.
5.0
She was compassionate- efficient- knowledgeable- I was comfortable having live in my moms home and caring for her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Riverside, RI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Riverside, RI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI, 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 Riverside, RI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Riverside, RI is $16.67 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 Riverside, RI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI. 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 Riverside, RI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI, 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 Riverside, RI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Riverside, RI, 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.