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I was born and raised in Santa Barbara and have my Associate's degree from Santa Barbara City College. I am a babysitter and pet caregiver with a decade of experience. I provide pet care services to Summerland/Montecito pet parents and am willing to provide my services to my babysitting clients as well.
I love spending time...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
In past years I have worked with only a couple of seniors all with paralysis and needing my help with almost everything. Including my brother who became paralyzed from the neck down due to a surfing incident. Ever since then I have had a deep passion for helping those that truly need it. I love providing home care giving...
Cassandra can also help with: Personal care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents, my name is Daisy, I'm a 28-year-old loving, energetic, playful, trustworthy, enthusiastic and responsible. I love and care for every child as if they were my own and safety is always my #1, especially since all children are little explorers. I have been babysitting since I was a preteen. I love pets, have clean...
Daisy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"I highly recommend hiring Daisy for your childcare needs. We hired Daisy for about six weeks of full-time in-home child care. She was punctual, receptive to feedback, and quickly learned our plan for our child. I was most impressed by the care and attentiveness...
Adam Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a seasoned caregiver at 24 Hour Homecare with over two years of diverse behavioral-therapy experience & have been babysitting children from ages of 6 months old to 13 years of age through out my teenage and now adult years.
With my knowledge of behavioral therapy & passion for helping others while continuing to...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley has been our nanny for almost a whole year until our youngest started going to preschool. Ashley was incredibly cooperative, professional, reliable, and just extremely positive and happy while she worked with us. She was very respectful and I appreciated her...
Muniba S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a grad from the University of Pittsburgh for my Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. I am working in Santa Barbara on a travel contract. I recently cut back my hours to 4 days a week so I have some spare time! I am currently working in a pediatric clinic - I love working with children!
I have childcare experience of 10+...
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melanie was wonderful with my son. She was very intentional during her time with him. He really enjoyed her and was always happy when she would arrive. I felt very comfortable with her being with him! I would recommend her!"
Kerri A.
Bailey M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter/Tutor/Personal Assistant
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bailey!
I recently graduated from Westmont (23') where I majored in chemistry and minored in biology and art. I love the outdoors, being active, sports, and creating art. Throughout college (and after) I held many different positions: Chemical Researcher, Teacher's Assistant, Orientation Leader, customer service roles at...
Bailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She is punctual and reliable girl, and will do what you asked. she is quiet girl , I asked her reading for my kids a lot."
Yidan C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Look no further! I'm Cami and I would love to help you fill your child care needs. I've been caring for kids of all ages for over 10 years and offer a wide range of services, from school drop-offs to date nights. My schedule is extremely flexible so I am able to accommodate last minute requests with ease. I am reliable,...
Cami can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cami was AMAZING with the kids! Our daughter even said "this is the best day of my life" when asked how she was going that day. Thank you so much for the flexibility with hours, and the adventures you took them on. Would definitely recommend Cami!!"
Cathy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two wonderful boys, now thriving adults. We raised them with kindness and encouragement. I love children and would be very happy to be of service for a pod of up to 7 kids.
I have a degree in International Relations from UCSB. I taught Montessori preschool and infant swimming. I also worked for Lehman Brothers for 12...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I worked at a preschool over summer and have had babysitting jobs since age 15. I love kids and am looking for another part time job outside of the service industry :)
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Emily’s a great caregiver. She arrived promptly and kept me updated with texts and pictures throughout the night. My daughter had a great time with her "
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Beth G.
Santa Barbara, CA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Experienced In-Home Quality Care Provider
5.0
(1)
Level-headed health conscious professional providing practical, emotional and spiritual support for healthy individuals as well as providing support and experienced with those facing terminal illness/or diagnosis while remaining calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations.
Specializing in the Healing...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, personal care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Beth is a very caring, compassionate and nurturing caregiver. She has a kind spirit and a gentle touch. Her energy is uplifting and her attention is focused. She makes a very strong connection with whoever is in her care. All of these wonderful attributes are...
Dee S.
Brianna A.
Carpinteria, CA
$17-22/hr
I'm a nursing student seeking extra income while continuing my studies. With a deep love for animals, I believe working as a dog sitter and walker is the perfect fit. I offer reliable, compassionate care for your pets, ensuring they get the attention and exercise they need. Balancing my studies with pet care allows me to combine...
Brianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Estrella L.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver for 10+ years. I am currently looking for a part time job. I have worked with elderly, disabled, recovering cancer patients, children and animals. I also include light cleaning services along with companionship. I am capable of offering transportation to appointments or running errands for the household....
Estrella can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing
Maddy S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$35-50/hr
Are you looking for a pet sitter that will prioritize your pet? You have come to the right place. Instead of boarding your dog along with 30+ other dogs, myself and my employee(s) would stay at your house where your pet feels the most comfortable and loved.
My name is Maddy and I have been caring for animals for 12+ years. I...
Maddy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hello. I am a native Santa Barbaran with experience taking care of children and certified medical assistant. I have gone through a training program for parent child interaction therapy and can work with easy going or difficult children. Outdoors or indoors care for your child would include close supervision, attention to detail,...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
Heather B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am happy to provide the best care for your furry friends! I've loved dogs my whole life and have had the joy of owning and caring for four of my own at one point, giving me plenty of hands-on experience with dogs of all personalities and needs. In addition to being a dedicated dog owner, I've also provided pet sitting services...
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as patient, considerate and determined.
I like working with animals because they have been part of my life since I can remember. I'd like to offer my services to any animals that need to be taken care of while their owner is away!
I'm very flexible, open to early and late times as well as...
Alyssa can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Shana M.
Carpinteria, CA
$35-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with seniors throughout my life doing various things to encourage independence and mobility, as well as provide the care that's needed to each person that has come my way. My background in Occupational Therapy has given me the knowledge and confidence to work with an array of persons with different needs, as well...
Shana can also help with: Errands, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi!
My name is Nataschia, and I am excited to offer my babysitting services to your family. I have over seven years of babysitting experience, from overnight nannying for infants to managing large groups of children as a summer camp counselor. I have my CPR and first aid certifications and have lifeguard experience as well.
I...
Nataschia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Karen and I'm a local here in Santa Barbara born and raised I am a mother of two and have a little over a year experience with cleaning professionally I've worked at a private preschool maintaining the property cleaning doing laundry etc. I also do on-call work and overall I love organizing I love deep cleaning...
Karen can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
Blaise R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a second year student at SBCC majoring in business marketing with a plan to attend culinary school post graduate. I have 3 years of experience caring for children, and in the summer of 2024, I've worked with Sacramento County In Home Supportive Services as part of care program for special needs family member (my sister), as...
Blaise can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Summerland, CA
Daisy G.
5.0
I highly recommend hiring Daisy for your childcare needs. We hired Daisy for about six weeks of full-time in-home child care. She was punctual, receptive to feedback, and quickly learned our plan for our child. I was most impressed by the care and attentiveness provided to our child. She treated him...
- Adam Z.
Ashley V.
5.0
Ashley watched our twin 5-month-old boys in our hotel while we went to a wedding. She was on time. Easy and flexible to coordinate with. She was friendly and fun and easy to talk to as we talked through how we were hoping the evening would go. She was so great we asked her to watch them again our...
- Thomas D.
Melanie C.
5.0
Melanie was wonderful with my son. She was very intentional during her time with him. He really enjoyed her and was always happy when she would arrive. I felt very comfortable with her being with him! I would recommend her!
- Kerri A.
Bailey M.
5.0
She is punctual and reliable girl, and will do what you asked. she is quiet girl , I asked her reading for my kids a lot.
- Yidan C.
Cami H.
5.0
Cami was AMAZING with the kids! Our daughter even said "this is the best day of my life" when asked how she was going that day. Thank you so much for the flexibility with hours, and the adventures you took them on. Would definitely recommend Cami!!
- Cathy B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Summerland, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Summerland, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Summerland, CA, 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 Summerland, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Summerland, CA is $23.50 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 Summerland, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Summerland, CA. 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 Summerland, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Summerland, CA, 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 Summerland, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Summerland, CA, 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.