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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Alex, a 21-year-old student attending UMass for Mechanical Engineering. I have been a professional dog watcher for 6 years. I have experience providing medicine (insulin, eye drops, meds in food). I care for dogs big and small, young and old. What's different about me is that I also provide housekeeping services!!...
Alexandria can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
I love children and can offer a safe, loving environment. I have 2 grown children of my own. My goal is to offer a service to parents where they can rest assured that their children are safe and being well cared for. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and I have a clean driving record.
Pamela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hello! My name is Matt. I am an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a B. A. in English from Clark University. With extensive experience in elementary education, I specialize in providing tailored, engaging tutoring services for students in grades K-6. My background includes teaching at The Center School in Greenfield, MA,...
I am very experienced with and passionate about working with individuals of a wide range of ages and abilities. I have taught preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and middle school special ed in the past and have completed direct volunteer services to kids and adults with many different disabilities. I have also worked as a behavior...
Summer L H.
Amherst, MA
$17-25/hr
While I have never done pet services professionally, I have pet sat and cared for many times. I house/pet sat for for 2 weeks with 2 dogs and 3 cats and a few fish so I know the ropes for those animals. I've also had a dog for 15 years so I've picked up a lot of things :)
Summer L can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Jasmin J.
Northampton, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Jasmin and I love to support elderly women in an in home environment. I pride myself on being kind and caring. I currently work at Linda Manor, Assisted Living Facility that serves elderly people. There my position is a server in the kitchen. I give elderly people dinner, drinks and dessert. Effective verbal...
Jasmin can also help with: Home modification, dementia
Hi, my name is Aldineia and I live in South Amherst. I am a caregiver for the elderly, I clean houses and I am passionate about animals. Some days of the week I am available to take care, clean, feed and walk with your pet. If you are interested in my services, please call me.
Thank you!
Aldineia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming
Brooke P.
Amherst, MA
$19-24/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided dog service for of course my own dogs, I have two german Shepard's and a husky, and I feed them, walk them, and of course spend all day playing with them. I have dog sit many of my friends dogs (and even a cat once) while they have been away. I am a college student and I miss caring for my dogs everyday, so I...
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Norah T.
Amherst, MA
$23-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Norah, a junior vocal jazz student at UMass Amherst! I've had about 2 years of experience working closely with kids ages 4-15 as a camp counselor. I also worked as kitchen staff so I'm readily available to help with cooking, cleaning and laundry. I'm also very comfortable with pets.
I'm someone who believes working with...
Norah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
With five years of experience as a pet caretaker, I am passionate about delivering exceptional care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, and small reptiles/rodents. My services are designed to meet a variety of needs and include dog walking, feeding, training, pickup and dropoff, and overnight stays if necessary. I approach each pet...
Priscilla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
Eulalee D.
Sunderland, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 15 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Live-In Home Care. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patient in long-term facilities, and in Assisted Living. I also offer home care services working overnight shifts, providing live-in home care services, and house manager services.
Currently attending...
Eulalee can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Hi, I'm Noelani. I'm a 23-year-old graduate student studying Library Science at Simmons University on the track to becoming a school librarian. I have 10 years of babysitting experience. 6+ years of summer camp experience and 3+ years of tutoring experience. I am Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certified.
I offer...
Katelyn M.
Amherst, MA
$20-30/hr
As a compassionate caregiver, I have extensive experience supporting individuals across various ages and abilities. Currently, I work as a PT rehab aide for older adults, helping with rehabilitation programs that enhance mobility, strength, and quality of life. I've also provided personal care for older family members, giving me...
Katelyn can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, my name is Seanna. I am a holistic child care professional.
I have worked with the youth for the past 10 years in a multitude of ways. Some examples of my childcare experience are nannying, running programs for home schoolers, teaching earth skills, and being lead instructor for a wilderness therapy program. I am a...
Seanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a Baleboosteh: (bal-a-boo-stah) an organized, efficient, praise-worthy homemaker. MYy services are as follows:
*Service Baleboosteh - Care for your domestic needs
*Personal meal preparation, shopping, and errands
*Child care
*Personal assistance
*Space organization
*Light housekeeping.
I had my own cleaning service, A...
Michele can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
COVID-cautious
Fully Vaccinated
Double Masked
Distanced
I pay the closest attention to detail, whether it be cleaning, cooking/meal prep, office work, organizing, or managing children.
I am an experienced personal chef-preparing everything from healthful casual meal prep to gourmet and international cuisine. My passion is...
Cynthia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
Rowan C.
Amherst, MA
$30-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
U-mass Undergraduate Student. 12 Years Of Experience Taking Care Of My Dog, Love Nature And Hiking!
I personally know how it feels to leave your precious animals in the care of someone else. Our pets are such an important part of our families. With this in mind, it is very important to me that your animal gets the best possible care. It is important to me that I not only tend to their needs health wise, but also keep them...
Rowan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am a life-long animal lover with a special affinity for dogs and cats with experience volunteering at the Dakin Shelters and providing pet care for friends and family.
I offer services including simple walks, play time, providing companionship to animals whose owners are away for extended periods of time, and feeding or...
Mars can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Karen I have spent 10 years caring for children of all ages from 3mon-15-year-olds all over Massachusetts and Connecticut. I provided safe care, entertainment, meals if desired, and most special requests, among other things. I'm a newly grad dental assistant. I have plenty of references, am fully vaccinated, have a...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Paulina A.
Northampton, MA
$20-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time
I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in South Deerfield, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in South Deerfield, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in South Deerfield, MA, 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 South Deerfield, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in South Deerfield, MA is $20.88 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 South Deerfield, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in South Deerfield, MA. 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 South Deerfield, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in South Deerfield, MA, 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 South Deerfield, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in South Deerfield, MA, 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.