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(4)
Greetings, my name is Tyria I'm a Certified home health aid with over 14 years of hands on experience in personal care. I find it rewarding working with the elderly and individuals with disabilities and illnesses such as dementia and Alzheimer's. Due to my experience in elderly care I am able to provide exceptional one on one...
Ria can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, visiting physician, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ria is a remarkable caregiver: patient, responsible, flexible! And she is a new friend to me and to my husband. She has earned my highest regard!"
Lorelei B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I LOVE TO CLEAN! I am a house cleaner with over 15 years of experience in hotels, houses, mansions and apartments with high cleaning standards. Responsible, honest, punctual, and detail oriented are some of my qualities. The opportunity to take care of your home keeping everything in the right place and leaving it with a...
Mirlene can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting & more
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"I like how she clean my house.She is very responsible, hard work, details oriented, Reliable, affordable, very professional service !! Definitely recommend .. !!! My apartment changed and I loved it !
thank you"
Kayla S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hard working private housekeeper with 13 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning, childcare, and budgeting. Experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping service on live-in and live-out basis at families' primary residences and vacation homes.
Tiffany can also help with: Window washing, kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
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(1)
I am a teacher during the school year but during summers, evenings and some weekends, I tutor in a variety of subjects. Elementary, middle school and ESL. Adult ed. I have many pets of my own and being oriented towards science, not too many pets phase me.
I am willing to do odd jobs and help for a few hours with short term...
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting
Mzia I.
Dunellen, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...
Mzia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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"Mzia is a dependable, caring and responsible caregiver. She took care of my mother for over 6 years and was not just a health aide for us but we also considered her a member of the family. Mzia will go above and beyond to make sure your loved one is well taken care...
Brooke V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
ABOUT ME:
I AM FULLY VACCINATED.
Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021)
I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic woman.
I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental needs & age of the...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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"Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and...
Melissa R.
Coco B.
Cranford, NJ
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been blessed with over 10 years of experience as a K-6 Elementary Classroom Teacher across a wide range of settings.
Since transitioning from the classroom in 2020, I have had the incredible opportunity to work directly with families in their homes providing virtual learning support and fully customized homeschool...
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My names Amanda. I've owned hamsters, parakeets, a bunny, hermit crabs, kitties and a dog (a Bichon). I love playing and taking care of my pup. He's been with us for 8 years now! I currently have three kittens and a full grown kitty too!! I have experience from working with a pet care service and can give you contact...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming as well as ample activity such as running.
I am also willing to provide home services if you are going out of town. I can stay with...
Melissa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Emeline P.
Dunellen, NJ
$20-41/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone. I have been professionally providing cleaning services for almost 2years - at a very young age my mom taught me being clean and keeping the house tidy is very important. Looking forward to helping families feel relaxed in a clean home!
Nancy M.
Westfield, NJ
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Respite Worker Looking For Part - Time Work.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nancy. I love helping people reach their fullest potential.
I have a degree in the Arts and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant as well. When I worked in the Occupational Therapy field, I helped residents become more independent with their ADL's through standing and strengthening activities. I also have...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 15, I took care of triplets and a 5-year-old. A few years later I was hired by a Hungarian family in New York City to help with their 3 children ages 2-8. I spoke to them in Hungarian, which was a huge plus for the parents, and I watched them in the evenings. Since then I have been a nanny for 3...
Agnes can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Agnes took care of our two daughters, 5 and 20 months, this spring. It was a very hectic time in our lives because we were between houses, and renting in a less-than-ideal situation. Agnes provided consistency and calm at a time our girls really needed it. They had...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Jessica. I am a Occupational Therapy Assistant right now at Irvington School district. I have experience working with both regular and children with disabilities. I have been babysitting over 10 years now. I have an understanding of food allergies and I have been educated on administering an EPI Pen. I am a strong...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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"Jessica was our baby's nanny over the summer. She took great care of our 4 month old baby. Jessica was very kind, thoughtful, caring, and engaging with our baby. It was wonderful having Jessica as our nanny."
Prajakta S.
Julie H.
Fords, NJ
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I'm a positive and reliable, patient person. I like to watch and take a good care of the old people, to make there life easy with love and caring
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother."
Diane D.
5.0
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My name is Ashley, and I'm looking for a part-time job while I am in my fieldwork for occupational therapy. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 and am in my 3rd year of graduate school. I have experience as a nanny, paraprofessional, and direct support professional in a group home. Please message me for my resume!
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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"Ashley has nannied for my family for 2.5 years. Watched and helped to make both my babies grow! She is a genuinely loving and caring person. Don't walk, run! Anyone would be lucky to have her as a caregiver "
Becky N.
4.4
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lily, I'm from Brazil. I offer a service with more than 8 years of residential experience on a regular weekly and biweekly basis. I have a valid drive license. I am a trained worker with a lot of experience in cleaning and organizing. My service is fast, efficient, flexible and affordable. It is designed to meet your...
Liliam can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
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"She is a very honest and detailed professional. She left my house sparkiling. She is the best! 😊"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, for children between the ages of 1 to 16! I have worked with children in many capacities: tutoring, youth theatre, summer camps, church services, and in-classroom assistance. I'm passionate about encouraging creativity and imagination in kids, and I am skilled in coming up with...
Alison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
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"Alison has been our babysitter since she started out 5 years ago. I have 3 children (2 boys and one girl) and Alison is always their first choice when we need a nighttime sitter as well. She is fun interactive, and creative with the kids. I trust her driving my...
Megan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications
Assist my patients in the bathroom
I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them
Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
Ailce C.
Union, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate And Reliable Certified Home Health Aide With 5 Years Experience.
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My main focus is to connect with patients and their families to be able to provide the highest quality of care. I have a valid NJ driving license, and a reliable vehicle - I can help with transportation services, errands, and respite care. I am CPR certified, and will monitor patients vitals and note any behavioral changes, or...
Ailce can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
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"My family and I are so happy we found Ailce to care for our Mother. She is extremely diligent and hardworking and takes her job seriously. She is caring, kind, and gentle. We are happy with the way she treats our mother, like family, with respect and humor. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Are you need a house cleaner? We are experienced, dependable and ready to clean your house. We do the work, you relax and take it easy. We work for give you the best experience with a checklist designed for clean every point, every area leaving your home disinfected and smelling clean and fresh.
Our services...
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"I hired Jennifer for a house cleaning. She did a great job! She showed up on time and really made the house sparkle"
Claudia M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Scotch Plains, NJ
Ria M.
5.0
Ria has provided home care for my family since 2017.She originally worked with my husband,who initially was able to walk with a cane later declining with several Hospitalizations and brief stays in a physical care facility,and finally through Five months of home hospice care and eventual demise in...
- Judy H.
Mirlene N.
5.0
Did a great job! Honest, kind and very good at cleaning ! I recommend her !
- Karen W.
Mzia I.
5.0
I just wanted to write this letter of recommendation for Mzia I. She was the caregiver for my mother Laura S. during the last three years of her life. Mzia was an excellent caregiver and incredible support for her. She was not only her companion but also her friend. Mzia is a great person as well. I...
- Dorothy F.
Alison V.
5.0
Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and adventurous. The kids absolutely love her...
- Melissa R.
Agnes K.
5.0
Agnes took care of our two daughters, 5 and 20 months, this spring. It was a very hectic time in our lives because we were between houses, and renting in a less-than-ideal situation. Agnes provided consistency and calm at a time our girls really needed it. They had fun doing the games she created...
- Jessica C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Scotch Plains, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Scotch Plains, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Scotch Plains, NJ, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Scotch Plains, NJ is $18.80 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 Scotch Plains, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Scotch Plains, NJ. 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 Scotch Plains, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Scotch Plains, NJ, 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 Scotch Plains, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Scotch Plains, NJ, 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.