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Brooke G.
Newport, RI
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I own and operate a property management/concierge business on Aquidneck island. Part of the concierge services include caring for animals.
I also have experience in taking care of handicapped dogs. My dog was recently paralyzed. I had to learn the proper techniques to care for him.
I'm available to stay in house with the...
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Tyler C.
Kingston, RI
$15-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of childcare experience and have also worked as a respite PCA and DSP with disabled adults and children. I have worked at Dr. Daycare as a Therapeutic Integrative Specialist. I have worked at a nursing home as an activities aide. I have worked at a residential facility for the intellectually disabled. I am a...
Tyler can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Annie D.
North Kingstown, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Fun College Grad Student Available For Your Family!
Hi! My name is Annie, I'm 24, and I am a graduate student at Quinnipiac University getting my doctorate in Physical Therapy. I have babysat for 10 years and have been a full time nanny for a family for 40 hr/weeks. I have experience working with infants through teenagers, as well as children with disabilities. I worked as a...
Annie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Matthew R.
Wakefield, RI
$15-20/hr
Hello! My name is Matthew. I am currently in graduate school to earn my doctorate degree in physical therapy. In my free time I like helping individuals with whatever help they may need. From child care, to senior care, to peg care, to running errands, I am happy to help in whatever area that you may need. Feel free to reach out...
Matthew can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Thank you for taking a peek at my bio. I am a middle aged professional. I have a flexible career and enjoy helping families as well. I have experience in the medical field as well as past experience working in nursing homes as a rehab assistant. I have excellent communication and customer service / people skills. I like to think...
Shannon can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
I'm 22 years old and I have over 9 years of experience in babysitting and was an overnight camp counselor for 2 years. I am a very patient and creative person. I did four years at URI hoping to do physical therapy but have recently taken some time off to try and make my dream of being an artist become reality. With a clean...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Annie, i'm 22, and I am a graduate student receiving my doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2022. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I am comfortable teaching children of all ages, helping with homework, and providing study tips! I have experience working as a Behavioral Therapist for a child...
Amanda O.
North Kingstown, RI
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HIGHLY EXPERIENCED DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER
& home organizer/ cleaner
My names Amanda, I am 29 years old. I have over seven years of experience working with children. I worked at a daycare for over 4 years, and became a lead teacher in the toddler room. I currently work as a home base therapy worker HBTS. If your not sure what...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I have 10+ years of experience working with families. I am trustworthy, reliable, friendly, positive, hard working, and overall put my heart into my work! I have plenty of references. Please give me the opportunity to work for you!
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, respite care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been caring for pets for over 25 years in their homes and mine. My family and I love animals, especially dogs. We do doggie daycare in our home, which has almost an acre fenced in the backyard. I also provide daily dog walks and in-home visits, as well as overnights in our home and pet-taxi services.
Kelly can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Matthew R.
Wakefield, RI
$22-30/hr
Hello! My name is Matthew. I am currently in graduate school to earn my doctorate degree in physical therapy. In my free time I like to help individuals with whatever help they may need. From senior care and child care, to pet care, to running errands, and tutoring, as an individual who is invested in medicine and dedicated...
Currently working as a Direct Service Provider at Ocean State Behavioral for the past 10 years. Providing professional care to many families. Plenty of references will agree!
Jane K.
West Kingston, RI
$32-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Experienced Concierge Senior Care MSN/MHA, RN
I am a early retired RN with over 30 years experience in various health care settings. Most recently, in the long term care/nursing home and post-acute/rehabilitation setting as director of the nursing department. I am currently practicing as a private concierge nurse offering geriatric caregiving and management services in the...
Jane can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Aellen V.
Narragansett, RI
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Aellen! I am currently in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program with a Bachelors of Science in Molecular Cell Biology. I am a reliable, responsible, and trustworthy person who enjoys reading and swimming. I am CPR and First-Aid certified and can provide a fun and safe environment for your child. I am here to make...
Aellen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Lydia I have 5 years of experience working with children and caring for them throughout the summer and school year. I have experience working with children that have intellectual and physical disabilities. I am a current student at the University of Rhode Island studying for an undergraduate degree in...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Deryn O.
East Greenwich, RI
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!!
I am a very positive, fun, reliable person with approximately 3 years of experience with children (ages 1-5) and pets! I am an aspiring artist in the Rhode Island community, and have 10 years of customer service/hospitality experience. I am looking to find a steady job in a field that fosters love, care, creativity, and...
Deryn can also help with: Pet sitting
I have 3 years of childcare experience and have also worked as a respite PCA and DSP with disabled adults and children. I have worked at Dr. Daycare as a Therapeutic Integrative Specialist. I have worked at a nursing home as an activities aide. I have worked at a residential facility for the intellectually disabled. I am a...
I have been caring for children on my own since I was in middle school, as well as while under supervision before then. Throughout middle school and high school. I was constantly volunteering in the child care facilities and helping take care of the children to gain my community service hours and experience. I have cared for...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Matthew R.
Wakefield, RI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Matthew. I am currently in graduate school to earn my doctorate in physical therapy. I love babysitting and pet sitting on the side to have money to put towards living expenses as well as educational expenses such as textbooks. My passion for babysitting and pet sitting came from babysitting my cousins at a...
Matthew can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Amy S.
East Greenwich, RI
$15-30/hr
I am a retired Special Education Teacher. I have years of experience with caring for my pets. I also provide services for a family with 2 Frenchies. I am looking to have fun with your pets. Love walking, playing and just enjoying quiet time together. If you have any questions, please reach out. Thank you
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Saunderstown, RI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Saunderstown, RI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Saunderstown, 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 Saunderstown, RI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Saunderstown, RI is $15.00 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 Saunderstown, RI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Saunderstown, 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 Saunderstown, RI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Saunderstown, 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 Saunderstown, RI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Saunderstown, 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.