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Widline S.
Hyattsville, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time CNA Available For Companionship And Everything Else
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello for over 10 years, I have served the younger and the elderly, physically and mentally impaired with an immense passion and fulfillment. I seek to enrich the life of your loved one and ensure their well-being on a daily basis. I have experience caring for people with physical/mental disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's,...
Widline can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I work at a local elementary private school in Washington, DC. I provide tutoring services for elementary, middle school and special education children.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm 35 and have been working with children for over 18 years, starting with helping out neighbors, to working in a daycare setting after high school and then as a nanny in families homes. I also had my CNA right out of high school and worked in a home health care setting with children. I also have three brothers who I helped...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"As a new mom, it was a little overwhelming trying to find a good match on Care.com. Which is why I feel so fortunate we connected with Michelle and decided to meet. It’s still hard for me to believe that after just one meeting I felt completely comfortable having...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a genuine love for children and serving others. I am at George Washington University for my doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I am organized, creative, flexible and competent. I have over 10 years of extensive experience with children. I am BLS/CPR certified. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma was fantastic looking after my 2 year old boy while I went to work. When she arrived, my son immediately took a liking to her. While I was gone she made sure he was occupied with games, toys, and kid approved tv shows, and fed him dinner before I got home....
Adrian W.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated professional CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) with more than 10 years experience who provides comprehensive home health care services, including overseeing physical therapy, use of varied medical devices, administering medication, monitoring vital signs as well as meal preparation and light housekeeping. I am...
Ted can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Teddy worked with my father for over six months, and in that time he consistently acted in a professional manner, with great respect for my father and a lot of patience with his difficult disease. Teddy exceeded the requirements of the job, ensuring my dad had...
Andrew M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Denise and I live in the Lanham area. I have worked as a tutor independently and with RA Educational Services for over 5 years. I work with students of all ages, from elementary school to college level. I have gotten exceptional results when teaching Math and English to student in elementary school through high school...
Ansley J.
Washington, DC
$18-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your home as well as dog walking services! I have grown up with dogs all my life and in my free time I volunteered with local animal shelters in the last few years - walking the dogs, feeding, and just keeping them company :) I am a huge animal person and would love to meet and take care of yours!
Ansley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"fabulous & reliable - my kids and golden retriever loved her!"
Caroline S.
5.0
(3)
I have cared for dogs and cats my whole adult life. Currently have 4 cats and working for a dog walking/pet sitting service. My schedule is somewhat flexible. Additionally.
Rachel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious...
Amanda F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Isata. Home/ personal care attendant/ personal assistant.
I have been in the field of personal care for a 15 years and have been responsible for helping folks remain independent at their home. I am certified as a personal care assistant PCA, as a certified nurse assistant CNA, and as a home health aide HHA.
My...
Isata can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I had a very early morning surgery and Isata showed up on time to pick me up and take me to the VA Hospital in Baltimore. She was very friendly and positive which put my mind at ease. I highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again."
Paul A.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a Nanny to make your life easy ! That is me
Hello! My name is Sherrell and I have over 17+ years of nanny experience. Being a mother of two, I have hands-on experience and knowledge of juggling multiple tasks at one time to ensure that every project gets completed on time. I have experience with newborns to...
Sherrell can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sherrell is Amazing !! My kids and entire family adores her. From early morning to after school daily activities with the children and preparing meals. Sherrell does them so effortlessly without needing direction because she is Always Prepared. Oh by the way...her...
Care member
Zufan M.
Silver Spring, MD
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...
Zufan can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zufan cared for my wife from 2019-2021 during the day while I worked. My wife is partially paralyzed and Zufan helped with dressing, grooming, preparing meals, giving medicine, and light chores. My wife liked when Zufan came and especially appreciated little...
John K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...
5.0
"Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!"
Jessa B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kaitlyn. I have approximately 10 years of experience in child care and it is something I absolutely love to do. I have cared for newborns through 14 years old. I have been helping families with childcare since I was 10 years old, and baby-sitting on my own since I was 12. My first job was working as a full time nanny for...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have been Kaitlyn's tutor since 2014 for Spanish I, II, and currently III. As her tutor, I have had the opportunity to observe her participation and interaction in class, and I would rate her academic performance as remarkable.
Katie?s work ethic and respect...
Patty J.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
As we all know , the family is the most important treasures in our life. I am offering my services to take care your love ones with compassion, patience and the commitment to provide quality of care as a Certified Nursing Assistant with 9years of experience, such a personal care including : bathing, grooming, feeding, meal...
Yadira can also help with: Visiting nurse, respite care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Dependable and organized, patient who suffers from dementia was not happy with care giver."
Carol B.
5.0
(5)
My name is Musu. I am a very pleasant, compassionate, punctual and caring person. I am an LPN with 17 years of experience in pediatric and geriatric nursing. I respect one's religion, beliefs and their wishes. I am skilled LPN offering expertise in ventilators, tracheotomy suctioning and care, wound care, J-Gtube feeding and...
Musu can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Musu was wonderful. She is a very competent nurse and is able to take care of any medical needs. She is very dependable and fun and easy to be with. I felt very safe leaving my mother in her care and would not hesitate to hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a professional and experienced housekeeper with 10+ years of experience in household cleaning services. I provide light house cleaning to heavy deep cleaning and move in/move out cleaning services. Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly. I provide all my own supplies and equipment or I can use the supplies you prefer.
Sarah can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
Hailey F.
Washington, DC
$18-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I do a lot of testing, therapy, and parent/teacher collaborative work for students with anxiety, autism, , and learning disabilities. I am passionate about improving the health of students :) . In the meantime, I am looking to find a family to work with! I love kids of all ages, and have the expertise to work with children with...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Always on time. Flexible. Great energy. Very pleasant personality. Our little one has had lots of fun with her and has learned so much!"
Melissa J.
5.0
(5)
I have worked in senior living facilities as a nursing assistant, medication technician, and dietary services provider. I am passionate about it because it's very personal to me, and my own mum lived up to 93. I have over 9 years experience now as a caregiver, worked in the facilities as Certified nursing assistant, Geriatric...
Richard can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Richard was an incredibly wonderful, patient and attentive caretaker. He was never on his cell phone. He was always so focused on my father. He gave him baths, kept him clean, shaved him, drove him to doctors appointments and to go to Starbucks. He cared for my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an extensive teaching and tutoring background with children, preschool - high school. I have worked with students from a variety of ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds in different educational settings. I have taught English, different types of math and science, history, physical education, mentoring and counseling...
5.0
"Aviva was a gem from the start. We needed someone to care for our daughter a couple of days during the week and she was a perfect fit. During our initial appointment, Aviva came into our home and immediately connected with our two year old. She got down to her...
Joseph W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am committed to providing this kind of service to families who are very busy with their jobs and other matter. I am expert in performing any combination of cleaning duties to maintain private households in a clean and orderly manner. I am able to do the following tasks: clean rooms, bathroom, bedroom, hallway, kitchen,...
Maria Christine can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Takoma Park, MD
Michelle N.
5.0
As a new mom, it was a little overwhelming trying to find a good match on Care.com. Which is why I feel so fortunate we connected with Michelle and decided to meet. It’s still hard for me to believe that after just one meeting I felt completely comfortable having her watch our newborn son. Michelle...
- Care member
Emma S.
5.0
Emma was fantastic looking after my 2 year old boy while I went to work. When she arrived, my son immediately took a liking to her. While I was gone she made sure he was occupied with games, toys, and kid approved tv shows, and fed him dinner before I got home. Wholeheartedly recommend Emma.
- Adrian W.
Ted G.
5.0
I recommend Teddy G unqualifiedly. He provided consistently professional, skilled and dependable daytime care for my husband who died of a severe neurological disorder. Teddy was impressively proficient in overseeing daily showers, personal hygiene, dressing and transferring to and from the bed,...
- Kathleen O.
Ansley J.
5.0
fabulous & reliable - my kids and golden retriever loved her!
- Caroline S.
Rachel L.
5.0
We've had several good dog walkers, but Rachel is the best we've ever had. She is responsible, punctual and very kind. She keeps me informed if she notices anything out of the ordinary with the dogs. I trust her absolutely. She has been very conscientious throughout the pandemic. I've had no...
- Amanda F.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Takoma Park, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Takoma Park, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD, 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 Takoma Park, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Takoma Park, MD is $18.67 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 Takoma Park, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD. 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 Takoma Park, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD, 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 Takoma Park, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Takoma Park, MD, 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.