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I have been unofficially cleaning since the age of 12 for some family members.
However, I started cleaning for a company approximately a year and a half ago. Since then, I have started my own business, M's Cleaning Services, based in the Grand Rapids area. I have spent my time studying cleaning and have dedicated myself to...
Molly can also help with: Basement cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a childcare provider that has had about four years of paid experience, with about eight years of unpaid/unofficial experience.
I have been a nanny for two different families, only leaving the job when they moved or the child went on to school. Overall, I had the chance to nanny for about two years altogether. I...
Cecilia C.
Comstock Park, MI
$11-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Cece.
I have worked at a dog kennel the past three years caring and fulfilling daily needs. I have been dog sitting for the past couple of years and I really enjoy doing that! Currently, I am enrolled at Northern Michigan University. I am studying to get my bachelors degree in Sports Science and then going to...
Cecilia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children all my life. I babysat, taught school, did daycare and did therapy for children with autism. I have 4 girls of my own that I love to pieces! I love working with children and helping them learn new and exciting things.
I am new to being a housekeeper. However, I have experience with running a family home. I am a mom of three with three cats, one dog, and a busy lifestyle. I can understand how difficult it can be to keep a tidy home and how a cluttered house can clutter your mind. Whether you are looking for someone to alleviate the stress of...
Hillarey A can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
I have completed internship in Skilled Nursing Facility and have experience in residential aide services.
Alessandra can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia
Madison T.
Comstock Park, MI
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experience Nanny/ Babysitter! Dedicated To Your Children's Well-being, Safety, And Happiness!
My name is Maddie! I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver dedicated to providing exceptional childcare services. With over 8 years of experience, I specialize in nurturing the development and well-being of children of all ages. From engaging activities to ensuring safety and fostering a supportive environment, I...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
2.0
(1)
I am going into my senior year at Grand Valley and currently taking 2 online course. I am looking for a side job to assist with the cost of tuition and books. My mother is the owner of a personal home-care service business for senior citizens. Though, I did not get paid for my services, I worked with her for 2 years and have...
Qi'shaun can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning & more
Cecilia C.
Comstock Park, MI
$11-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!
I am currently a senior at Northern Michigan University majoring in Sports Science (Pre-Physical Therapy). I have babysat a teenager with special needs for the past four years and absolutely love it! I am CPR/First Aid certified along with experience in lifeguarding. I enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities,...
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everybody - Need or WANT some organization in your life? Sick of takeout every day? Do you wish you had a personal assistant or a household manager to make life a little easier? Well I may be the solution you are looking for. I'm offering some key services to busy families, individuals, couples, or transitioning households...
Nicole can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, attic cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Nicole is a amazing. My husband and I are not very organized and she keeps us sane and takes care of things before we even ask her. She is responsible, dependable, but especially intuitive and has a lot of initiative. Also, she is great with pets. Nicole is a true...
Claudia P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Everybody - Need or WANT some organization and support in your life? Do you wish you had a Household Manager to make life a little easier? Well I may be the solution you are looking for. I'm offering some key services to busy families, individuals, couples, seniors, or transitioning households looking for some extra support....
Nicole can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I've been extremely happy with Nicole. Her professionalism, service and schedule. She keeps our home running smooth. Also great with pets!"
Joe P.
5.0
(6)
Hello! My name is Amanda. I have 10+ years of experience cleaning, with multiple references if needed. I'm very organized (I live in my daily planner lol!) I enjoy style organizing but I can also use a traditional style. Cleaning is very cathartic for me so I actually enjoy it. I'm happy to work with single people living alone...
Amanda can also help with: Move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Amanda does a great job cleaning our house! She is always on time and very professional! The house always looks great. We are very lucky to have her."
Mel C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY OFFERING:
Day time appointments
Date night
**Hourly minimum: $21/hr.
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ABOUT ME:
30-years-old.
Social Worker.
Grand Valley State University alumni.
GVSU Grad student.
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EXPERIENCE:
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Elementary Team Lead at Boys & Girls Club
Bashor Children's Home (Residential)
Wedgwood Christian Services...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on...
Stephanie W.
Heather J.
Grand Rapids, MI
$35-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently have 15 yrs experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in a sub acute rehabilitation setting which has provided me skilled, technical training along with the fundamentals of care giving along with 20 years of personal care experience with the elderly population. This has given me experience with many different...
Heather can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, home modification, errands, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Heather arranged for Mel to help me with showering, dressing, stairs, household tasks, errands. Mel is prompt, dependable, pleasant, willing & eager to help. She has made my recovery in my own home possible. I would highly recommend her."
Mary Y.
Deborah R.
Rockford, MI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. Loved helping and caring for the elderly with their needs. Meals, meds, doctors appointments etc. believe it's a benefit for family to have trusted care . Alzheimer's, Dementia, Sundowners etc has been my area of experience.
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"So great as a caregiver! Makes amazing meals and genuinely cares for her clients."
Angela C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Ainslie and I'm a rising third-year medical student at MSU CHM in Grand Rapids. I have a break from June-August before my third year begins, and hope to spend part of my time off tutoring.
I completed my undergraduate at the University of Michigan, receiving a Bachelor of Science from the School of Kinesiology....
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in rural Minnesota where my parents owned a family resort on a lake. This experience shaped me to be down to earth, relaxed and simply authentic. I started to work in hospitality for my parents but my work continued to be service oriented when I moved to Fargo, ND, completed a degree in Christian Missions, and began...
Lindsey can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Lindsey is fantastic. She is intuitive, thorough, and does a great job. She is at the top of my list!"
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Willow G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified CareDoula, Passionate Medicine Woman, Radiant Love
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
You may be a good fit for my services.
My eyes, ears, experience, and skillset become your assets to navigate the unknown.
You get a personal fierce and loyal advocate looking at multiple perspectives to ensure your loved one has the best experience for them.
Personal Experiences as:
Emotional Support through Grief, heart...
Willow can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Willow shows care and compassion at an extraordinary level. She truly engages her clients at a personal level that is unique."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Working as a summer camp counselor for 5+ years has really opened my eyes to how great kids are! I have so many ideas for how to engage your kids and help them learn new things. I am a huge outdoor enthusiast and love doing things like hiking and swimming.
I graduated in April 2022 with my Bachelor's of Social Work and I am...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cassie B.
Sand Lake, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Expert In Challenging Behavior And Life-skills Development
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just moved to the area and I am looking to get back into the field. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities.
I've worked as an assistant director of a camp for people with DD, a job coach, a skills trainer, a group-home residential counselor, a live-in behavior...
5.0
"I highly recommend Cassie! Our son, now 10 years old, is autistic and at a level 2 support. Cassie was his nanny beginning in September 2020. The expertise that she provided made all of our lives better, and I'm not exaggerating. She has been through hundreds of...
Rebecca S.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Sparta, MI
Nicole B.
5.0
My wife is a marketing executive and I run my own businesses. We have two sons, 10 and 14 years old, and moved fairly recently to the Grand Rapids area. We did a lot ourselves in the first year, but were running out of steam and bandwidth, and certain projects just kept getting pushed back.
What...
- Michael R.
Nicole B.
5.0
I've been extremely happy with Nicole. Her professionalism, service and schedule. She keeps our home running smooth. Also great with pets!
- Joe P.
Amanda N.
5.0
Amanda is thoughtful & considerate, she always asks what you'd like her to focus on. She will also ask if there was something she missed. She is friendly and caring. She does a great job every time.
- Becky P.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is amazing with kids! We have three children (ages 3, 5, 7) who've had very little interaction with sitters for the past two years due to the pandemic. Kate engaged with them immediately- through games and art projects she proactively brought/thought of on her own. My kids always have so much...
- Stephanie W.
Heather J.
5.0
Our family worked with Heather to hire an amazing caregiver named Mel. She supported our father through his final year of dementia and health problems until he passed away in 2021. We loved her compassion and caring that she delivered to not only our Dad, but our whole family. She is such a great...
- Jeanne C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Sparta, MI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Sparta, MI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Sparta, MI, 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 Sparta, MI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Sparta, MI is $21.50 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 Sparta, MI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Sparta, MI. 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 Sparta, MI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Sparta, MI, 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 Sparta, MI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Sparta, MI, 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.