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Hello everyone, nice to meet you!
My name is Callie and I am a 22-year-old college graduate, with some extra time until my doctorate of physical therapy program starts in June!
I have had many jobs working with children, mainly as a swim lesson instructor, lifeguard, and swim coach. I am CPR/First aid certified through the...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Loving mother of 2 canine furr babies, Zoey (10) and Fidget (8 months), available to provide occasional/part-time pet sitting (Drop-In visits). I have cared for several pets including my brother's Chihuahua and also my friend's feline furr baby, as well as owning several feline furr babies over the years. Services provided:...
My pet care experience has been occasional and varied; I mostly have experience with cats and dogs. I've helped take care of family pets for the families I have Nannied for. I can walk your dog, feed your cats and dogs, feed and check on them for a day or weekend while you are gone, etc. I'm also happy to provide this service to...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, I'm Andrea! I am 20 years old and a Chemistry student at West Virginia University. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and I have a lot of experience with all age groups. I am responsible, reliable, and a lot of fun! I love to do crafts, play games, and any outside activities! I am also able to provide basic pet...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Megan B.
Morgantown, WV
$14-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a recent graduate from West Virginia University with a major in the areas of Child Development/Family Studies, Agribusiness Management, and Equine Studies. In May 2022, I will begin as a student in the WVU Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. Growing up with a sibling who has a disability has guided my passion of caring...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexa F.
Morgantown, WV
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi my name is Alexa and I am currently attending West Virginia University. I love dogs and cats and would be able to dog/cat sit and or provide dog walking services. If you have any questions let me know!
Alexa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Katie D.
Morgantown, WV
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Katie D. and I am 22 years old. I am an occupational therapy student at WVU. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have cared for children from 8 months old-12 years old. I have babysat up to 3 children at a time and have experience with special needs. I love playing games, going outside, and just doing...
I am the oldest of five children, so growing up I was always around my siblings and living a sometimes chaotically fun house. I've always had a passion for helping and taking care of children. I would be in charge of watching my siblings until my parents got home from work, and learning how to teach them about responsibilities...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a Postpartum Doula looking to support families during the tender period after the birth of a new baby. I'm able to provide a wide range of services including, but not limited to: emotional support, evidence-based information and assistance with baby care and breastfeeding, meal prep, referrals, errands, light housework,...
My name is Jessica and I am a current social worker who absolutely loves animals. Growing up my dad was a k9 trainer so I was used to always being around so many big dogs. Growing up, I had 6 dogs in my household as well as a many cats. We always took in the neighborhood cats and gave them a home. I currently own a 2-year-old...
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Anabella T.
Morgantown, WV
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Anabella and I am interested in helping care for your animals. :)
I am a diligent, reliable, and attentive hard worker who will care for your pet as I would my own.
I grew up and am comfortable around animals of all shapes and sizes: dogs, cats, bunnies, hamsters, horses, birds, reptiles, and more! I look...
Anabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi, I'm brand new to providing professional services for animals after years of always enjoying walking/running and caring for friends and family members' fur people.
Dylan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
HI! My name is Ashley, and I am currently an Occupational Therapy student. I have 10+ experience babysitting children of all different ages along with children with special needs. Others would describe me as kind, patient, caring, and reliable. My schedule is very flexible, and I am CPR and first aid certified. When I'm not in...
Ashley B can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I'm currently a college student about to attend my third year at West Virginia University. I currently am working on a major in sociology, along with a minor in criminology. I have completed my training in TESOL at the university as well. I am well versed in subjects such as English and Math, as long as the math does not go...
I can help with General Room Cleaning on a set schedule or for a one time service. I have worked in Healthcare for many years and now need a job that I can do with my children.
Cheyenne can also help with: General room cleaning
I have experience with handling seniors throughout their daily lives helping them with mobility tasks and preparing meals, also distributing medicine as needed. I helped care for my grandmother until she passed. CPR/First aid certified. Flexibile!
Megan can also help with: Companionship, home modification, mobility assistance, dementia
Renee H.
Republic, PA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love to clean, I have been in the business for 6 years. I am accepting residential
and commercial assignments. Call me for an estimate, ultimately seeking ongoing clients. I have my own equipment and products. That leaves no chemicals behind not harmful to pets or children.
Fee may vary depending on additional tasks such as...
Renee can also help with: Move-out cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a student at WVU. I have always had a passion for taking care of animals and this semester I will be starting classes to learn how to certify service dogs. I also have a 1-year-old puppy who loves other dogs. I currently live in a house with a big yard is a lot of to provide your pet with tons of...
Ashley B can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi I am Basic Life Support certified which includes CPR training and First-aid! I have over 8 years of experience as a nanny or working at an occupational therapy camp! I am energetic and willing to help in anyway possible! My availability is flexibility to work with what you need!
Shelby can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Jessica S.
Morgantown, WV
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitting Job - CPR Certified, Highly Trained
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I would love to be your babysitter! I come from a big family. Growing up, I had to take part in babysitting my younger siblings. They are 10 and 12 years younger than me. I helped babysit them from newborn age to 10 years old. I have been around children my whole life. I spent my summers teaching swim lessons to children at a...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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"We had a wonderful experience with Jess. She has a wonderful personality and the girls just love her. She has always gone above and beyond and has been willing to help with things around the house as well. Working with kids seems to come naturally to her. I would...
L S.
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Smithfield, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, PA, 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 Smithfield, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Smithfield, PA is $50.00 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 Smithfield, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, PA. 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 Smithfield, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Smithfield, PA, 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 Smithfield, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, PA, 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.