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5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, compassionate, loving.
I've always had a joy for taking care of others and a great relationship with my grandmother, so as she became more dependable on our family l was able to be a companion during her last years with us. I became a HHA in 2012 where I started my in home care experience....
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle helped take care of my 92 year old mother with Alzheimer’s. Michelle is a very caring and compassionate caregiver. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced housekeeper/manager, and I have extensive experience over the last 18 years running households. Duties performed are: daily meal preparation & service (including gourmet meals), general cleaning & organization, vacuuming, laundry (including ironing), changing linens, organizing closets and polishing silver....
Tereza can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Tereza has worked for our family for the past 5 years on a part time basis. I originally interviewed Tereza for a full time position but she was only available two days a week. We decided to move forward with 2 days and she's been here since. Tereza is reliable...
Cindy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and my passion, I truly love it; which is shown in my over 35 consecutive years of providing services to families in the community. Of these 35 years, I have about 20 years of experience working with children with...
5.0
"Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is...
Amanda J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nurse Assistant/ Certified Home Health Aide/Companion over 13 years experience caring for seniors in their homes, and in health care facilities. I am an experienced caring, reliable, friendly, and compassionate person. I have extensive experience caring for seniors who have Alzheimer's/Dementia, poor balance,...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care, hospice services, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nancy I would like to speak with you for some reason I can't get a message to you any other way"
Dorothy V.
Yesenia C.
White Plains, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Caring Nanny With An BS In Communication Disorders (SLP) Focused In Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a experienced, enthusiastic, and caring person that love children. I'm from Dominican Republic. I've been living in the country for more than 9 years. I'm certified in CPR/AED. I am also graduated from Mercy College. I earned my BS in Communication Disorders (SLP). I have more than 9 years of experience, along with helping...
Yesenia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yesenia is an incredible caretaker to our daughter! The most important thing a nanny or caretaker can do is love your child, but it's impossible to interview someone and know if that will happen. Yesenia loves children, she takes care of our daughter with patience,...
Andrew B.
Zasembo M.
Hartsdale, NY
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
24-Hour Health Aide Service Available Including Holidays & Part-Time
4.7
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have many years experience and consider my patients and the families that I have gotten to know as my friends. I take pride in making sure they are safe, engaged in conversation or activities and not taken advantage of .
I can cook from ingredients, home cooked meals. I have very solid references and long time clients. I...
Zasembo can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Caring, loving, pro-active, good company, sweet, conversational but also respectful of privacy and particular family needs"
Craig J.
Simone A.
Greenwich, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia, light housekeeping, run errands, bathing, meal preparation etc...
Simone can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands
5.0
"Simone was very pleasant and diligent with my grandmother for the 3 years she worked with her. She took great care of her and paid full attention to her needs, ensuring that she was in good hands. She was reliable, communicated well and was very professional. "
Care member
Paula S.
Scarsdale, NY
$17-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have always had a deep affection for pets, having cared for dogs, cats, and birds throughout my life. In Brazil, I gained valuable experience by walking dogs, and I am eager to continue this activity in my new location. I am keen to explore opportunities to volunteer or engage in professional pet care services.
Paula can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I'm Dunia! I'm a dedicated and caring dog lover with years of experience caring for dogs, including my own Cavapoo. She's my emotional support dog and is friendly, well-socialized, and loves interacting with other pups. If your dog enjoys companionship, they'll have a playful friend to keep them entertained!
I understand...
Dunia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello, my name is Brittney!
A little bit about me.
I am a 28-year-old graduate student at Mercy University pursing my masters degree in Occupational Therapy!
Outside of school, I love hiking, reading, and spending time with my friends and family!
Im currently looking for some part time babysitting in the afternoons M-F. Also...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Hi everyone! My name is Luana and I have 4 years of experience as a home cleaner. My goal is offer a personal and customized job offering deep cleaning and regular cleaning (weekly, bi-weekly and monthly) I'm very organized and handling multiple cleaning services. I'm pet-friendly and I love provides a exceptional service to my...
Luana can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Aliza W.
Mount Kisco, NY
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have provided services including meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, bathing and dressing my clients.
Aliza can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Samantha D.
Hartsdale, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! my name is Samantha, kids call me Sami! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and have worked with ages 2-14 years old. I have my bachelors degree from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut. I work as a front desk assistant and I have my own car for transportation services and am available anytime after 5 p.m....
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Loice O.
Armonk, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Loice. I am a caring, compassionate Home Care Provider. I have over 15 years as a care provider both in long term facility and private duty. Over eight years as a certified nursing assistant, and over seven years as licensed practical nurse.
My many years of experience has allowed me to possess skills in caring for...
Hello, I am Marina and I found great satisfaction in work as a childcare because I was a daycare teacher assistant for three years where I helped the teacher helping toddlers training to use the toilet, helping feeding children, assisting with basic learning activities colors, numbers, reading books.
That was a wonderful...
Marina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience includes child care, Early Childhood Education Teacher, Personal Assistant, Event Planning, Administrative Assistant and Director, bookkeeping, senior care and customer service. I am an individual who is outgoing, patient and very responsible. I love the outdoors, animals and children.
I currently work for The Arc of Rockland. I have been employed with this company since 2015. I currently provide services for individuals with a vast range of disabilities. I used to work in one of the residential houses until I got a promotion to a different department. I still work with individuals with disabilities I just do...
Marina P.
Harrison, NY
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Marina after volunteering at an adult care center to provide companionship to adults. I felt like I can do more for this community. I became certified as a Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide with 6 years of experience working for NORTHWELLHEALTH Hospitals In Westchester County and NYC Health + Hospitals
I have...
Marina can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have 20+ years of senior care. I participated in services of cleaning/bathing, cooking, shopping, driving, light house cleaning and more. Willing to talk more about my experience.
Hilda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
Pediatric occupational therapist with 27 years of experience would love to help your child with fine motor, visual motor, visual perceptual, writing, sensory needs, art projects and general occupational therapy tasks through fun activities online. Not sure? ask me I'm flexible.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Thornwood, NY
Michelle B.
5.0
Michelle was very responsive, professional, and friendly. I needed specialized assistance on short notice, and she was there for me.
- Alfredo P.
Tereza F.
5.0
Tereza has worked for our family for the past 5 years on a part time basis. I originally interviewed Tereza for a full time position but she was only available two days a week. We decided to move forward with 2 days and she's been here since. Tereza is reliable and honest. She is a thorough...
- Cindy K.
Debbie F.
5.0
Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is so patient with him. Highly...
- Amanda J.
Nancy Z.
5.0
Nancy I would like to speak with you for some reason I can't get a message to you any other way
- Dorothy V.
Yesenia C.
5.0
Yesenia is an incredible caretaker to our daughter! The most important thing a nanny or caretaker can do is love your child, but it's impossible to interview someone and know if that will happen. Yesenia loves children, she takes care of our daughter with patience, pride and love, and it has been...
- Andrew B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Thornwood, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Thornwood, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Thornwood, NY, 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 Thornwood, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Thornwood, NY is $26.00 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 Thornwood, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Thornwood, NY. 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 Thornwood, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Thornwood, NY, 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 Thornwood, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Thornwood, NY, 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.