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Dedicated, experienced caregiver seeking a private, home positions to provide services to elderly patients in their homes.
A friendly and empathetic caregiver with a strong work ethic and open availability who desires to provide the utmost part time patient care to work along side and offer support to family on an as needed...
Lynn can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Hi!
My name is Cassandra!
I love being a nanny and love kids. I have been a Nanny for about 5 years and have loved every second of it. I grew up taking care of my little cousins and started doing this as a job when I was in highschool. I would consider myself outgoing, respectful, trustworthy and responsible. I also have...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
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Hi! I am Paige :)
I am a college grad from St Catherine University with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
I currently work at Fraser as an Intensive ABA Behavioral Health Tech for kids ages 2-7 with level 3 autism.
My previous experience comes from 10+ years of child care (new borns-middle school) I have worked as a nanny...
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Paige, I'm a graduate from St Catherine's OTA program.
My experience with children of all ages comes from 10+ years of babysitting/nannying, day care aide, and clinical work at Children's Hospital & True Friends (non profit pediatric therapy center).
I am a gentle and naturally nurturing caretaker, I love...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Paige when our daughter was 9 months old. Paige was absolutely wonderful with her and was really invested in her growth and development. Our little girl loved spending time with Paige and my momma heart was at ease knowing my little girl was getting all...
Megan Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Cecilia S. I am married for 38 years , I have 3 adult children , they have their careers in business and they are married too. I love working with kids, that's why I studied 4 years child development at SBCC and became a preschool teacher. I want to do not only the best possible care for your kids, but also the...
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cecilia was so loving and engaged with my 8 month old. It's clear she deeply cares about children and takes her role as their care provider seriously. I felt very comfortable leaving my son in her care. She put us at ease and navigated his fussy days graciously."
Bryn S.
4.6
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience providing caregiving services to seniors, including being a live-in caregiver for a person who had a stroke, as well as assisting my own father when he was ill. I am able to administer medicine, and help with bathing, mobility, meal preparation, and feeding. I am also available to run errands, open mail, and...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship & more
5.0
"Nancy was hard working, reliable, conscientious and caring. "
Care member
Nancy L.
Santa Barbara, CA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking Forward To Spending Time With Your Child/children And Enriching Their Lives.
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am creative, enthusiastic, polite, nurturing and fun!
I love working with kids of all ages. As a parent, I know what I would look for in a caregiver. Focused, hands on care with love and respect. I have adult children now, so I'd like to share my love for kids with another family. In addition, I have a lot of experience...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nancy is wonderful! She jumped in with great and found ways to connect with my children individually. She’s energetic, patient and kind! "
Care member
I have been pet sitting for over 20 years. I also dog train and groom. I have been studying to become a dog behaviorist. There are many hours required in various fields before I can pass the state board exam. My goal is to be able to certify service dogs . I would love to spend some time with your animals. Working with animals...
Amber can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Annie S.
Goleta, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Professional Specializing In Play & Art Therapy And Emotional Support
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Annie (I go by Bella) and I am passionate about providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children. I have a Master's in Social Work, specializing in children and youth with a concentration in social work in schools. I have extensive experience supporting children with social, emotional and...
Annie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been surrounded by animals my entire life! I am an animal lover at heart, and hope to open up an animal shelter in the future. I would love to take care of your furry friends. I can assure you that they will feel super loved, and given constant attention under my care. :) I work at Cat Therapy and have plenty of...
Brenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Anaele M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$27/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I have extensive professional animal care experience. I can provide pet care during the day or overnight boarding in your home. I'm an experienced animal physical therapy assistant and prominent volunteer dog foster (and lover) who has rescued and fostered 51 death-row dogs from the West LA area. It is my goal to provide the...
Anaele can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, dog training, grooming, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maria. I have over 25 years of housecleaning experience. I am a very responsible, reliable, honest, friendly, and hard-working woman. I have my own transportation and have excellent references. My services include cleaning houses and empty apartments/houses for deep cleaning, office cleaning, and smaller jobs like...
Ma De Jesus can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, attic cleaning & more
Ava H.
Goleta, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
4+ years of childcare experience. I've worked summer camps, babysat for years, I was a swim instructor for 3 years, and I currently administer ABA therapy for children with autism. I'm looking for a little extra money from time to time, and love working with kids!
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I began babysitting for my neighbors 2 children ages 4 and 6. Then I began to babysit for my mother's coworkers child who was 3! I have 3 other experiences babysitting! I currently work at a tax services place
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, kind, and understanding
I like working with kids because growing up I was an...
Johnathan R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Caring for your fur babies is of the utmost importance. With over six years of professional pet care experience, I specialize in providing reliable, personalized care for pets of all types. From dog walking to administering medications, I excel at ensuring each pet's needs are met with care and precision. My attention to detail...
Johnathan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jessica N.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a freelance copy editor, looking to spend more of my time in direct service.
I have a graduate degree in counseling psychology, and I have worked in an educational capacity with kids of all ages for 15 years. My history includes:
*Tutoring (all subjects, all ages)
*Editing essays and developing writing skills (high...
Brooklyn R.
Goleta, CA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Brooklyn I am a third year at UCSB. I have been babysitting professionally for the last 3 years, I have worked with a variety of family's proving different services such as school pick up/drop off and day and night babysitting. I have watch children from the age of 3 and up and also have experience with special...
Brooklyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Daisy P.
Goleta, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello my name is Daisy and I would like to offer you my house cleaning services. From weekly, biweekly, monthly and move out cleaning I can accommodate to your needs. I'm also comfortable around pets. A clean home is a happy home.
Daisy can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, bathroom cleaning
I have extensive childcare experience with children newborn-4 years. I can provide excellent references. I love working with young infants and toddlers. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a B. A. in Psychology. I have studied child development and I'm passionate about positive growth. In my previous...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sadelle and I just recently moved to Santa Barbara this summer. I am looking for a part time babysitting role for weekends and/or weeknights after work. With around 1 year of experience in childcare (both babysitting and working at a behavioral therapy center) and a bachelor's degree in psychology, I am...
Sadelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Santa Ynez, CA
Paige W.
5.0
Paige took amazing care of our two kids and we are so sad she is moving away. We hired her primarily to care for our younger son who was 6 months old at the time but she helped watch our 2.5 year old occasionally as well. Both kids adored Paige and looked forward to seeing her every morning. Paige...
- Erin M.
Cecilia S.
5.0
Cecilia was so loving and engaged with my 8 month old. It's clear she deeply cares about children and takes her role as their care provider seriously. I felt very comfortable leaving my son in her care. She put us at ease and navigated his fussy days graciously.
- Bryn S.
Nancy S.
5.0
Nancy was hard working, reliable, conscientious and caring.
- Care member
Nancy L.
5.0
You can't find a better caregiver than Nancy. She is the best! She is everything you want in a nanny and more. She always goes above and beyond. Our children are in love with her and so are we!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Santa Ynez, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Santa Ynez, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Santa Ynez, CA, 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 Santa Ynez, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Santa Ynez, CA is $21.00 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 Santa Ynez, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Santa Ynez, CA. 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 Santa Ynez, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Santa Ynez, CA, 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 Santa Ynez, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Santa Ynez, CA, 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.