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Therapy dogs in Summit, NJ
Emeline P.
Dunellen, NJ
$20-41/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone. I have been professionally providing cleaning services for almost 2years - at a very young age my mom taught me being clean and keeping the house tidy is very important. Looking forward to helping families feel relaxed in a clean home!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...
5.0
"In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child. "
Audrey G.
5.0
(4)
Hi there! My name is Angelita, I'm 38 years old. Between teaching and babysitting, I have many years of experience with children. I'm from Brazil and speak Portuguese, English and Spanish fluently.
I'm a very centered, attentive, trustworthy, and loving person. Also assertive and very organized. Have always loved being around...
Angelita can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
5.0
"I have a neurological disorder that can be quite debilitating. Angie is SO helpful, kind and loving. She has been willing to do anything I need with a wonderfully enthusiastic attitude. Very often, she has a more efficient way of addressing some of my household...
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Angela D.
Linden, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over10 years of experience as a certified patient care provider. I can help with Transportation Services if necessary. I have worked with patients with disabilities , cancer alzhiemers and Dementia. I am compassionate, patient and a non smoker. I will communicate with both patient and family. I have worked in kosher homes...
Angela can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Reliable, punctual, got along well with my mother whom she was taking care of. She took very good care of her."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
ABOUT ME:
I AM FULLY VACCINATED.
Criminal Background Check Available (From July 2021)
I am a loving, patient, caring, attentive, and enthusiastic woman.
I love arts and crafts, interactive play (both indoor/outdoor), reading books, etc. Please note that activities WILL VARY based on the developmental needs & age of the...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and...
Melissa R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!"
David M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full-time music therapist and musician interested in providing child care services and/or adapted music lessons. I have extensive experience in child care and have worked with children and adults of all ages and diagnoses. I am a reliable, responsible, and patient individual full of compassion and creativity. I am open to...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to two granddaughters, dog mom. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I am too young and energetic to...
5.0
"Barbara has been a very reliable driver for our teenage children. She has been easy to work with, is flexible, and shows care in what she does. We're so grateful to work with her. "
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Mzia I.
Dunellen, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...
Mzia can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mzia is a dependable, caring and responsible caregiver. She took care of my mother for over 6 years and was not just a health aide for us but we also considered her a member of the family. Mzia will go above and beyond to make sure your loved one is well taken care...
Brooke V.
4.2
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Veronica and I am willing to help all in need that are in need of immediate help and future services. I am a Senior care aide available for hire . I am well mannered and can take on multiple task . I am also a Medical Assistant / Administrative Assistant also a CNA ( certified nursing assistant) and I've also done...
Veronica can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification & more
5.0
"Veronica is a amazing worker she comes on time and always willing to do above and beyond with out asking. She keeps my apartment spotless and is great person to know. She is respectful and always willing to come in when asked for overtime. Over all, she has been a...
Lenny J.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I LOVE TO CLEAN! I am a house cleaner with over 15 years of experience in hotels, houses, mansions and apartments with high cleaning standards. Responsible, honest, punctual, and detail oriented are some of my qualities. The opportunity to take care of your home keeping everything in the right place and leaving it with a...
Mirlene can also help with: Attic cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Did a great job! Honest, kind and very good at cleaning ! I recommend her !"
Karen W.
5.0
(1)
In the past my experience has be very broad and providing services in area such
dementia patience
catheter
stroke
bedridden patience
psychological changes
hospice care
positioning transfers and ambulation
hydraulic lift
personal care skills {adls}
medications remined
client with disabilities
Vida can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Vida was very loving and gentle while caring for my mother."
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Ailce C.
Union, NJ
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate And Reliable Certified Home Health Aide With 5 Years Experience.
5.0
(2)
My main focus is to connect with patients and their families to be able to provide the highest quality of care. I have a valid NJ driving license, and a reliable vehicle - I can help with transportation services, errands, and respite care. I am CPR certified, and will monitor patients vitals and note any behavioral changes, or...
Ailce can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Ailce is a wonderful and sweet person! She has helped care for my grandparents and has been nothing short of amazing and reliable! We can leave our grandparents with her knowing they are loved and cared for!"
Kay M.
4.5
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very talented and responsible Home Health Aide who is a very compassionate, patient, kind-hearted and loving person seeking to take care of the elderly and people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities. I have 11 years' experience in elder care and have cared for people with: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer,...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to support the entire family when a loved one needs additional support. We ended the relationship with Maggie only...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with people with dementia, diabetes, párkinson, back surgery, hight blood pressure, patient in hospice 95 years old, feeling, administering medications
Assist my patients in the bathroom
I take them to doctors appointments and I cook for them
Encourage my patients to walk and continue practicing...
Eliane J.
Morristown, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Offers A Wide Range Of Services That Can Cater To The Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Your happiness is my goal . If you're not happy we'll work hard to make it right . Detailed deep cleaning,
Daily/ weekly: bi weekly
Move in out cleaning
Cleaning sanitizing
Eliane can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
5.0
"Eliane is a very hard worker with the highest level of integrity. We have hired her for many years as our housekeeper and would not consider anyone else. Even when her schedule gets busy, she has always made time for us when we need her. Eliane speaks English very...
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Blanca R.
West Orange, NJ
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Blanca, I live in west orange. I provide office and residential cleaning, I own a small cleaning business, which I provide the cleaning service myself alone with family members when need it. My objective is to do the best cleaning possible so I can make my clients happy.
Thank you.
Blanca can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Looking for a reliable and thorough house cleaner? Look no further!
Blanca responded to my initial inquiry immediately. She is friendly and treats my home and belongings with care. My home looks and smells great at the end of every cleaning. I couldn't be happier...
Lauren H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Baby Care Specialist with 10 (10) plus years' experience in infant and child care. Very responsible, trustworthy, mature, punctual, emotionally intelligent, excellent educational and personal background, friendly personality with fantastic communication and interpersonal skills. Baby or infant will be in safe, capable...
Latacha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Latacha was referred to me by friends she worked for and I am so grateful they did. I have two children and Latacha has cared for both of them from newborn to toddler. She is patient, competent, loving to my kids and overall so easy to work with as well as...
Care member
Jada A.
Vauxhall, NJ
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Jada. I Am A College Graduate. I Majored In Business Administration. I House/pet Sit.
I'd describe my personality as curious, motivated, and genuine
I like working with animals because animals are like a life line for many individuals. They are very smart and can even be used as a therapy animal and they are even studies that suggest getting a animal can improve your overall mood.
Jada can also help with: Pet sitting
Meghan S.
Dunellen, NJ
$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
19 Years / Service Dog Trainer / Pet Dog Trainer / Dog Walker
Hello, it's lovely to meet you! My name is Meghan, I'm a service & pet dog trainer with 3 years experience. I'm also offering dog walking services! For training clients, you can contact me any time via text for advice and questions whenever you may need.
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, daily feeding
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Summit, NJ
Yafrany G.
5.0
In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to reach a child.
- Audrey G.
Angelita L.
5.0
I have a neurological disorder that can be quite debilitating. Angie is SO helpful, kind and loving. She has been willing to do anything I need with a wonderfully enthusiastic attitude. Very often, she has a more efficient way of addressing some of my household needs. Anyone who gets to know Angie...
- Care member
Angela D.
5.0
Reliable, punctual, got along well with my mother whom she was taking care of. She took very good care of her.
- Care member
Alison V.
5.0
Alison is the most trustworthy, honest, professional, responsible, sweetest, reliable, amazing care provider I've ever met. I can trust her with my kids as though we are family! She not only shows my kids so much love, she is patient, understanding, fun, and adventurous. The kids absolutely love her...
- Melissa R.
Jennifer W.
5.0
JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!
- David M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Summit, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Summit, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Summit, NJ, 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 Summit, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Summit, NJ is $23.00 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 Summit, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Summit, NJ. 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 Summit, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Summit, NJ, 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 Summit, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Summit, NJ, 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.