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Jerilynne B.
South Hadley, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Critter Sitter Available For A Variety Of Animals; Flexible Schedule
One of the primary goals in my life is to improve the lives of animals. Specializing in High School Biology, my career has been mainly teaching grades 4-12. I possess excellent communication skills and knowledge of caring for animals (many critters; from mice to horses). I am very familiar with customer service. I used to...
Jerilynne can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Zoe T.
South Hadley, MA
$16-25/hr
Hello! My name is Zoe and I have been caring for people my entire life.
I grew up as a military dependent, and began providing childcare services to families throughout my community from the age of 13.
I continued providing care for families until I graduated college in 2022, when I then joined the healthcare field. There, I...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
I have 5 years experience working in a high school as a speech-language pathologist. I've also worked part-time at a local medical center with adults for a range of communication and swallowing impairments. I have experience working with people who are stroke survivors or have diagnosis of ALS, MS, or Parkinson's.
I am...
Emily can also help with: Companionship
Full time business person. Part-time Activities Aide in assisted living facility in memory care and general populations. My daily mantra is to give at least a moment of peace to at least one person every day. I have an active CNA certificate since 2014, but want the time to work one-on-one with people to make them feel seen,...
Alma can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
I'm a speech-language pathologist with 6 years experience working with high school students as well as privately 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students for 3 years. I am currently scheduling for the school-year: speech, tutoring, and speech + child care sessions.
My private speech rates are not accurately reflected on...
Meg C.
South Hadley, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Meg. I am currently as a director of residential services working with adults with disabilities. I previously worked as a ABA therapist working with children with autism. I have always worked with children and young adults in my career. I love working with kids! I am excited to start here on care. com and work...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families, I am offering child care, senior care, and pet care services. Looking to make some mini bestfriends along the way and create life long friendships with some of the older folks I have the pleasure of caring for. Being the oldest of my 9 siblings I have been around kiddos my whole life. I have experience working...
Sarena can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Sarena was amazing with our 13 month old daughter! She was there for us last minute when we needed help and was always on time, friendly, accommodating and most important, GREAT with our daughter! Sarena made my husband and I feel completely at ease with our...
Melissa G.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'd love to offer my nanny services to your family. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and years of experience working with children, which you can see in the reviews from families I've helped on my profile. I'm responsible, fun, and passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment for kids.
In addition to nannying, I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace served as the babysitter at our wedding, and she was wonderful! She was kind and engaging and did a fantastic job keeping the kids entertained and well supervised during dinner. I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Rachel O.
5.0
(2)
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: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexandria was an amazing dog sitter. She took care of our pups sent pictures every day kept the house tidy took the dogs for walks. She was amazing and we would totally book her in the future."
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Will take care of your pet(s) like my own. I have cared for dogs, cats, and donkeys. Responsible, dependable, conscientious, timely.
I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager with time to spare and a flexible schedule to meet your needs.
Can pet sit in your home for extended getaways and provide other services such as...
Donna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Donna has pet sat and walked Bella for over two years, and that's been a great help to me. Bella loves her "Aunt Donna" and it's clear that's a mutual fondness. Sometimes Bella would instinctively want to return "home" to Donna's, after a walk with me! From walks...
Lorilee S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal, I am 36 years old. I have worked as a nanny for 9 years and enjoy playing with and taking care of children. I am kind, fun, and caring. I am a very involved nanny and am comfortable with pets and housekeeping.
I started my professional experience working with children at a Montessori school house for a year,...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Crystal is great. She was very calm and attentive with our 2 year old son and he responded well and was very relaxed with her. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter"
Daniel B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Services offered with child care are: light housekeeping; laundry; errands; groceries; meal preparation; transportation; plant and light gardening care; pet care.
Much of my recent work has been with elders, housekeeping, and pet care. But I'm happy to help with basic supervision of children while tending to above chores,...
Marilyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I can't compliment Marilyn enough. I hired her a little over month ago to help me with some housecleaning and laundry once a month and I can't be more thrilled to have found her. First, she is the most thorough, diligent, proactive, and detail oriented...
Kim J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience with household cleaning and organizing. Thorough one time cleaning, weekly cleaning and upkeep, laundry, and organizing services.
Paige can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Paige helped me clean my basement-she did a great job and is really fun to work with. Highly recommend!"
Judy M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Good-natured, competent, and well-organized child caregiver. I am a professional Pastry Chef, Culinary Chef, and retail manager trained in Vienna, Austria, and graduated with an associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy. I am a team player, flexible, calm, open-minded, cheerful, patient, tidy and organized. Spending time with...
Viviane can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Viviane was an excellent caregiver to my son. She watched him in my home, took him for walks and supervised outdoor and indoor play, and she cooked tasty, nutritious meals for his lunch. I consistently felt that my son was in good, dependable hands with Viviane."
Christopher S.
Kaitlyn T.
Holyoke, MA
$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp
Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care.
With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs.
I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids had such a great time. Can't wait to have you back again!"
Glen F.
5.0
(1)
One opening available for a well socialized, small to mid sized dog to join our small pack.
We socialize and exercise with up to 6 dogs total. Generally however we are a pack of 4 or 5 dogs (including yours).
Tuesdays through Thursdays, 4 to 6 hours a day. Pick up, and drop off included, with an approximate 1 to 2 hour, midday,...
Marilyn can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking & more
5.0
"Back in January, I hired Marilyn for some housekeeping who is amazing! After meeting my dog a few times, I could tell Marilyn really took to her and it soon became very apparent my dog also took to Marilyn. My dog is a very sweet, but shy, fearful, and cautious 8...
Kim J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature female experienced with housekeeping and household management.
Offering the following services: light cleaning; laundry; plant care; pet care; errands; grocery shopping; meal preparation; de-cluttering; organizing; bill pay and clerical tasks.
Marilyn can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, window washing, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"I can't compliment Marilyn enough. She is intelligent, kind, caring, responsible, diligent, proactive, and is very, very detail oriented. I hired Marilyn about a little over a month ago to help me with clean my house and do some laundry. Shortly after I hired her I...
Kim J.
Katarina N.
Holyoke, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver & Gerontologist 15+ Years Experience Supporting Quality Of Life
5.0
(1)
I am deeply committed to supporting quality of life for those with chronic illness or aging. I have a BA in Psychology and a MS in gerontology and have worked in the field for over 15 years.
I have supported individuals with: cognitive decline/impairment, chronic illness, movement disorders, physical limitations, visual...
Katarina can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Katarina is an exceptional human being who is highly educated, experienced, competent, and thoughtful. Moreover, she is willing and able to do exactly what is needed in the moment to care for clients with significant needs. Katarina goes above and beyond. She is...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in South Hadley, MA
Sarena L.
5.0
Sarena was amazing with our 13 month old daughter! She was there for us last minute when we needed help and was always on time, friendly, accommodating and most important, GREAT with our daughter! Sarena made my husband and I feel completely at ease with our daughter in her hands, we are very happy...
- Melissa G.
Grace H.
5.0
Grace couldn't have been a better babysitter for our first hire off of care.com. She is reliable, and great with our daughter (building forts, reading books, and keeping her active and entertained). She is comfortable heating up food, sitting with her during meals, and cleaning up afterward. She...
- Jared S.
Alexandria G.
5.0
Alexandria was an AMAZING dog sitter!! She took such GREAT care of our dog while we were away & treated him as if he were her own. She took the time to hold him and sit with him, so he would be comfortable with her. She communicated with us and even sent occasional pictures, so we wouldn't worry &...
- Jennifer S.
Donna W.
5.0
Donna is my dog Emmy’s pet sitter. Emmy suffers from separation anxiety and fear of thunder, and Donna is especially considerate of these impediments. I find Donna to be responsible and trustworthy. She truly cares about my pet’s comfort and happiness. I feel at peace
leaving Emmy in her care; she...
- Care member
Crystal B.
5.0
Crystal is great. She was very calm and attentive with our 2 year old son and he responded well and was very relaxed with her. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter
- Daniel B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in South Hadley, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in South Hadley, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in South Hadley, 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 Hadley, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in South Hadley, MA is $24.50 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 Hadley, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in South Hadley, 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 Hadley, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in South Hadley, 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 Hadley, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in South Hadley, 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.