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Laura J.
Portsmouth, VA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am compassionate, serve with humility and love love the elderly population! They deserve respect, dignity and authenticity. They have given so much in their lives, have such wisdom and it is an honor for me to give back.
We are a retired marine corp family and I am a homeschooling mama of 2 girls. I love Jesus, teaching and...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"Laura is a true caregiver in every sense of the word. She is attentive & responsible. She can tune into a person's needs & respond with sensitivity and resourcefulness. She seeks out ways to make the people under her care happy & comfortable."
Cheryl L.
5.0
(3)
I have 10+ years of nursing experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Dementia and Intellectual development disability individuals. I asssist. residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming. I'm very reliable, service-focused...
Kendra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Great at what she do, truly cares for the people she taking care of"
Dexter L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 10 years now in New York and Hampton Roads Virginia. My years with experiences with Home Instead Senior Care for 3 years and private clients (with or without Dementia) for more than 2 years has given me the confidence, knowledge and skills of care-giving that your mom or dad may need at the comfort of...
Jane can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jane is dependable, trustworthy and a natural caregiver. As compared to her peers, she exceeded all our expectations. I highly recommend Jane to take care of your loved one with reservation. Best care ever!"
Care member
Justine R.
Williamsburg, VA
$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have raised, owned, and or medically treated chickens, dogs, cats, sheep, fish, and small rodents. I am compassionate and careful. I am responsible with administering medication if necessary and I also enjoy playing with them, taking them for walks, and any other service you need! I will do it all! I do consider mileage and...
Justine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a licensed caregiver at a area hospital (PRN ONLY). I've worked in the private sector providing home health services. I'm willing to create an individual care plan for each client tailored to their needs and services I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I'm CPR and first aid certified. I'm very hands on and attentive to my...
Cassaundra can also help with: Dementia, respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She was very punctual hired for my elderly mother, who has dementia for the evening. My mom actually remembered her in the morning and said how sweet she was, so that is a BIG plus! Will definitely be hiring her again!"
Kari P.
Danielle M.
Williamsburg, VA
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Professional Nanny, Sitter & Preschool Teacher
5.0
(26)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am a fun, active, and energetic childcare provider looking for a kind, fun, and loving family I can preferably provide long term nanny care for OR open to a summer only position with hours ranging close to 30 hours to no more than 40 hours per week or coming up with a fair weekly rate that commensurate my...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is amazing with our kids. We have a 4 yo, 2 yo, and 6 mo. If we leave her a schedule for the night she's able to follow it with all the kids and she keeps me updated on our baby. We completely trust her to care for our kids and they love spending time with...
Ryan L.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm looking forward to meeting you and attending to your needs. I spent my early years as a child attending the girls club, spending quality time with family, learning to babysit and being responsible. Since then, I've babysat children of friends, associates neighbors and family members. I now have two kids of my own in...
Katrina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"While she was telling me she had no car, I was telling her where I live in case she was close and if I were close enough to pick up. She lives on the other end of my street! How funny! I look forward to having her in-person interview and start in the morning!...
Mindye J.
Saranette M.
Newport News, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurses Assistant, Alzheimer's Care Aide, Geriatric Aide, Dementia Care Aide, Hospice Car
5.0
(6)
Hello my name is Sara and I am a certified nurses aide. Hospice , Alzheimer's & dementia care, psychiatric aide over 20 years of Experience. I'm carrying, kind, respectful, Compassionate and Dependable. love giving care too those in need. Enjoy cooking and preparing meals. light house keeping,&provided laundry service. I...
Saranette can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"She is trustworthy ,dependable, and enjoys taking care of patients."
Barbara C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the healthcare field since 1981. I am a certified Personal Care Assistant and thoroughly passionate about being of service to others. I am honest, dependable, compassionate, professional and will always do what is in the best interest of my client and their family.
Larry can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Larry was a companion to my elderly father for roughly a year and a half until my dad passed away. My dad called him his buddy. Larry worked 6 hours a day helping me with dad while I worked from home. During that time, he became a close friend to my father and...
Melody H.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I m a highly experienced Certified Nursing Assistant and home health aide with over 15yrs of experience and dedication. I take pride in caring for all patients young and elderly. I ve had the opportunity to work with cancer patients, Parkinson, Dementia, Alzheimer's , hospice, or just being a companion. I don't mind going the...
Jenneh can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jenneh is a phenomenal care giver! She helped me during my post op recovery and did an amazing job! She was a few minutes early each day, managed long work days with ease and grace, shared her knowledge and ideas freely to aid in my recovery support, used her...
Jennifer J.
Samantha L.
Newport News, VA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Emphatic and dedicated caregiver with more than 8 years experience providing in-home care. One of my most important priorities is maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment. Excellent in assisting with daily task such as, bathing, assist in getting dress, grooming, feeding, light housekeeping, cooking, & transportation...
Samantha can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Samantha is a pleasure to work with! I hired her for my grandmother and so far it has been amazing !! She is kind, helpful, can cook and so sweet to granny. I look forward to having her around :)"
Lauren M.
Abner P.
Hampton, VA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my Name is Abner. I am a Certified Nursing and Home Health Associate (CNA/ HHA). I am out- going and I am passionate about Elder Care. I have over 6 years of Nursing Experiences working in Home Health, Nursing Home, and Hospital. My Nursing Care Specialty includes: Quadriplegics, ALS, Alzheimer and Dementia, Parkinson's, and...
Abner can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Abner is an amazing caregiver. He quite quickly became part of our family. He immediately established a good rapport with our dad. His kind and an efficient manner made dad comfortable with the level of care that Abner was providing. Our dad looked forward to...
Care member
Kelly P.
Williamsburg, VA
$35-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have my own company about cleaning services, I started to clean in hotels and after apartments in actuality I clean houses not just in Williamsburg around virginia beach, hampton, newport news, yorktown.
Kelly can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, window washing, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Thank you for the wonderful job. Everything looks amazing I will definitely be requesting future cleaning services from you. I highly recommend your cleaning services."
John C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Mackenzie,
I started working with children at a performing arts camp about 9 years ago. I come from a theater background, but my passion flourished the most offstage, interacting with kids. Whether teaching or nannying, I have been working in childcare for most of my life, and I love to do it.
My main goal...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mackenzie has been a true god send! We love her so much, and she has become part of our family. The kids always ask for her and when she is coming back. I would recommend her to EVERYONE. She is great with the dogs and kids and everyone is always happy and well...
Amy K.
Hello! My name is Mayu, and I'm originally from Japan. I live with my husband, who is in the military, our 4-month-old son, and our 1-year-old black Miniature Schnauzer. We welcomed him into our family last September, and through this experience, I've developed a passion for pet care. I've been providing pet sitting services for...
Mayu can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Jazmine B.
Hampton, VA
$13-17/hr
Hi I'm Jazmine!
I am currently the fur mom of two precious fur babies, a Shiba Inu and a Tuxedo cat. I've been a lover of animals my entire life, which is why I created this account. Any opportunity to spend time with animals I take it! Pet sitting and dog walking are my main services I provide.
Jazmine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Augustina O.
Newport News, VA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
passionate and like to render my services to the needy. easygoing and able to adapt quickly in any situation. Well respected and mannered child care provider.
Diana A.
Hampton, VA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Diana. I'm in the Army Reserve for 6 years. Also I'm a certified nursing assistant for 7 years in Hawaii. I also took massage therapy.
I have 5 years of experience babysitting, newborns and toddler. Also I'm a mama of a 2 years old. I love to read them books, playing outdoor, and any activities like crafting.
I been...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Whitney K.
Newport News, VA
$13-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experience providing services for animals in a range of settings. Capable of feeding, watering and bathing animals, exercising both large and small animals, and providing help with unique diets.
Whitney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Olivia W.
Williamsburg, VA
$13-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
I offer compassionate, attentive, and reliable services for your cherished companions. With years of experience and a understanding of animal behavior, I ensure a safe and nurturing environment for your pets in your absence. Your peace of mind is my top priority.
Olivia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Smithfield, VA
Laura J.
5.0
Laura is a true caregiver in every sense of the word. She is attentive & responsible. She can tune into a person's needs & respond with sensitivity and resourcefulness. She seeks out ways to make the people under her care happy & comfortable.
- Cheryl L.
Kendra H.
5.0
Great at what she do, truly cares for the people she taking care of
- Dexter L.
Jane T.
5.0
Jane is dependable, trustworthy and a natural caregiver. As compared to her peers, she exceeded all our expectations. I highly recommend Jane to take care of your loved one with reservation. Best care ever!
- Care member
Cassaundra T.
5.0
She was very punctual hired for my elderly mother, who has dementia for the evening. My mom actually remembered her in the morning and said how sweet she was, so that is a BIG plus! Will definitely be hiring her again!
- Kari P.
Danielle M.
5.0
Danielle has been such a help with our daughter. It is clear that taking care of children is her passion and she cares for our child as if she was her own. She is constantly engaged in enriching play and activities. I have been impressed by her knowledge of various age appropriate activities within...
- Emma B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Smithfield, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Smithfield, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, VA, 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, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Smithfield, VA is $16.67 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, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, VA. 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, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Smithfield, VA, 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, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, VA, 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.