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Hello, my name is Amy, and I would love to chat in regards to the services I offer. please feel free to contact me.
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
John R.
Chanhassen, MN
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Rehabilitation Case Manager & Home Care Comfort Concierge
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years of clinical care experience in psych nursing, brain injury rehab therapies, case and group home management, and was a certified Assistive Technology Professional for 16 years, specializing in rehabilitation engineering design of custom adaptive equipment, including specialty wheelchair systems.
I love to...
John can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I am very pleased with the services John R has provided for my son. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience which has been so helpful and comforting when he is with my son. My son has a traumatic brain injury and John is very engaged with his needs and offers...
Mary Pat S.
Amber O.
Osseo, MN
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as an elderly case manager for several years, and have also done direct services with elderly and mentally ill individuals. I currently work for 2 families of both an adult and a toddler with autism. One is nonverbal. I am physically capable of all tasks. I'm super organized and respectful. I'm looking for work in the...
Amber can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, dementia, respite care, specialized care & more
5.0
"Amber was terrific! She was intelligent, skilled, professional and very personable. I really enjoyed having her here."
Jo A.
Irene W.
Anoka, MN
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Irene, I have been in the field of care giving for over 25 years. I have a degree in human services, I have been working with families in Minnsota doing private care for the last seven years, I enjoy working with the elderly, I am fun, caring, dependable, on time always, have a clean background, CNA certified,...
Irene can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Irene was an amazing caregiver to our bedridden grandmother. She was knowledgeable about turns, brief changes, medication, and all around general care. During the last week, as our grandmother was waiting on paperwork to transition to a care facility, she remained...
Brenda W.
Victoria R.
Minneapolis, MN
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time Days, Nights And/Or Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My child care career started about when I was 16 years old at a child care center in a hospitality service. Soon after, I began babysitting regularly for professional families throughout Westchester county, Century city, Culver City, Marina Del Ray, etc. I have held two nanny positions. One special thing that makes me stand out...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great sitter! My boys loved spending time with Victoria. We'll be sure to use her again and others should too."
Alixon C.
Amber O.
Osseo, MN
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a county case manager for 9 years, but I prefer direct services. I have been caring for an autistic toddler for 6+ months now. I prefer to be busy, so housekeeping is a plus. I am looking for seasonal work as I have a gardening business in the summer months. I have worked with waivers for many years, and was also an...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I found my passion for caregiving after taking care of three very close friends with cancer. I love taking care of others. I am very organized and a fast learner. I have worked with age ranges from 25-96. I'm fun loving, quirky, and have a great sense of humor. I have since gotten certified as an end of life specialist. I...
Laura can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"We found Laura about 1 year ago and our entire family is so grateful to have her around. Here is an incomplete list of reasons we love working with Laura: she's a straight-shooter, kind, qualified, honest, hard-working, funny, thoughtful, patient, reliable, and...
Michael M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Annie M! I recently graduated from the College of St. Benedict, receiving a bachelor's degree in Health Science. I am now working on earning my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the College of St. Scholastica. I am new to the Duluth area and looking for part-time work in the area.
I have tons of childcare...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We had Annie for only a couple of months during the summer to help look after our boys and during that time the they grew to love her. She was patient, understanding and always showed warmth towards my boys. She also had a lot of energy to keep them happy and...
Patti P.
Bernice N.
Minneapolis, MN
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Like Staying With Kids At All Times Because They Are Fun
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My Name Is Bernice but I prefer to be called "Bernice"I'm Very Passionate to service people, I respect and I love the kind of work I can do senior care
Bernice can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Such a goodhearted and smiling soul"
Wycliffe M.
Doreen B.
Chanhassen, MN
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
House cleaning/laundry is my passion. I am very detail oriented. I have provided cleaning/laundry services for the past five years for a family in Orono and for a family in Eden Prairie along with several families in the Chanhassen area. I've cleaned garages, boats, raked leaves, watched pets/houses, polished silver, cleaned...
Doreen can also help with: Basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Doreen came and helped my mother and I with hosting a sit down dinner for 26 on Christmas Eve. She was right on time, was professionally dressed and was such a pleasure to work with. She worked tirelessly for 7 hours. She helped us set up for guests to arrive,...
Jessica S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog walking and sitting in your home.
I understand how difficult it can be walking your dog when you are at work all day.
I love animals!
At this time I have a cat and two birds, but would like the opportunity to be around dogs.
I had a Keeshond for 13 years when I was younger. Unfortunately, he died.
I was living in...
Donna can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I have hired Donna four times in the last two years to care for my cat, Figaro, in my home. Figaro is a six-year old male. Each day when I am out of town Donna puts out a measured amount of food for Figaro and removes the droppings from his litter box. The duration...
Jerry S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. In addition to that I can be able to prioritize my task for example Managing medication to the right client and the right time. Other this are:
Preparing meals
Interpersonal skills, including exceptional patience and listening...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Catherine is amazing. She was right on time and really jumped in and helped my mother. My mom is very happy when Catherine comes and she really trusts her. We are very lucky to have her"
Shannon S.
5.0
(1)
I have previous experience as a nanny for a family with 3 and 1. 5 boys. Before that, I was a teaching temp for day cares around the metro in infant and toddler classrooms. I did a year long internship at a children's hospital where I worked in the Occupational Therapy department, helping out one of the therapists. I observed...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Meghan is a conscientious, loving, patient, observant caregiver who puts the child first always. She does activities with them that help them grow and gain confidence in themselves. Meghan arrives on time and is on the full time she is at work. Somehow she has an...
Deb S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My ability to consistently give the best possible service resulted in requests from clients for me to be their main caregiver for people with special needs. With different types of ages. Able to assess situations and implement actions to resolve problems .
5.0
"Catherine is part of our care team now. She is responsive, dependable, compassionate, and catches on really quickly! We hope to keep her on an ongoing basis!"
Sue S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I did professional cleaning for one year. I have been an in home caregiver/ nanny for 8 years and have provided house cleaning and cooking with in those services.
Must provide all cleaning tools and products.
Jessica can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been working as an aide for over 20 years and my love for humanity and the joy I derive from serving people has kept me in the industry till now. I take exceptionally good care of my clients just as I would my own family. I pay good attention to detail and make sure my clients needs are met.
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has an advanced skill set that would make her adaptable to most care situations. She has a very careful and warm approach. I would highly recommend her to care for your loved one."
Cheryl B.
Marla B.
Osseo, MN
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Geriatric Caregiver Specializing In Memory And Alzheimer's Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient and intuitive caregiver with ample experience in providing quality care for those and their families suffering from progressive illness. Maintaining dignity and instilling the sense of ongoing independence in my clients is very important to me. I do so by assisting with everyday needs while focusing on physical...
Marla can also help with: Home modification, personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Janet H.
Hopkins, MN
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with children and I have a lot of experience working with children in a variety of settings. My experience includes being a sitter/nanny as well as, a classroom teacher. Currently I am a substitute teacher in Minneapolis and will finish for the year on June 11. I have experience working with children with special...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a lot of fun. She house sat for me for weeks at a time for my dogs, cats, plants, etc. and everything was ship shape upon our...
Karen H.
Jessi W.
Minnetonka, MN
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Cat-lover With Years Of Experience Available To Provide Loving Care When You Can't Be There
5.0
(1)
Hello! Cat-lover here :) Over the last several years my family and I have fostered more than 40 kittens and cats through a local rescue. We fell in love with each and every one of them, and worked hard to find them the perfect homes. A special foster duo became our forever cats a few years back and we have been spoiling them...
Jessi can also help with: Pet sitting
Alison O.
Hopkins, MN
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a graduate student at UND in occupational therapy. I grew up with dogs and cats. I have experience dog sitting here in Grand Forks for families. I love animals and would love to help you out!
Alison can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Rockford, MN
John R.
5.0
I am very pleased with the services John R has provided for my son. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience which has been so helpful and comforting when he is with my son. My son has a traumatic brain injury and John is very engaged with his needs and offers a lot of good advice and...
- Mary Pat S.
Amber O.
5.0
Amber was terrific! She was intelligent, skilled, professional and very personable. I really enjoyed having her here.
- Jo A.
Irene W.
5.0
We are so grateful to Irene. She took amazing care of my mom - attending to all of the needs we did and didn't think of, making sure my mom felt heard in her various stages of communication and being a constant calming presence as my mom and our family said good byes. She was reliable, had great...
- Sasha W.
Victoria R.
5.0
Great sitter! My boys loved spending time with Victoria. We'll be sure to use her again and others should too.
- Alixon C.
Laura P.
5.0
We found Laura about 1 year ago and our entire family is so grateful to have her around. Here is an incomplete list of reasons we love working with Laura: she's a straight-shooter, kind, qualified, honest, hard-working, funny, thoughtful, patient, reliable, and proactive. I highly suggest you talk...
- Michael M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Rockford, MN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Rockford, MN?
To find a therapy dog near you in Rockford, MN, 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 Rockford, MN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Rockford, MN is $27.50 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 Rockford, MN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Rockford, MN. 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 Rockford, MN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Rockford, MN, 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 Rockford, MN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Rockford, MN, 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.