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My name is Tessa and I am a geriatric caregiver and care manager. I have 10 years of experience providing a full spectrum of care to seniors so they are able to maintain independence and quality of life.
My prior experience includes communicating with clients medical providers, assessment of client needs and implementation...
Tessa can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Regina L. C.
Westwood, MA
$34-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Energetic, Creative Senior Companion/Household Assistant
I have 10 plus years experience working with Elders with memory issues in a private, as well as, professional capacity. I adore working with elders; providing services that allow them to live a better and happier quality of life.
In addition I have several years experience working with individuals with intellectual as well as...
Regina L. can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship
I'm currently enrolled as a full time student at the University of Delaware, majoring in Human services with a concentration in early childhood development. I enjoy providing care for children of any age, and am currently employed with Lifetime fitness, as a child caregiver in the Kids Academy. I am trained and experienced in...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jane, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care for your furry friends. With over 20 years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting, I understand that each pet is unique and deserves personalized attention. My goal is to ensure that your pets are happy, healthy, and well-cared for while you're away.
Services...
Jane can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Jane truly loves animals; she has been helping out with our pets for many years and I have found her to be reliable, kind, and trustworthy. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
About Linda ... I am a licensed CNA. I have been providing health and rehabilitative services in the private community for over 25 plus years. Experienced and skilled, hands on personal care, warm and caring, compassionate to needs, meal prep and great cooking. Safety needs, medication, life enrichment. Personal services...
Linda can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, respite care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Linda took wonderful care of my Mom for over a year and a half until her passing. She was so caring and respectful to my mother that I don't know what I would have done without her. She goes above and beyond her job description and became part of our family. My Mom...
Jayne D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have already 12 years of experience with elder care. Helping with ADLs to clients in their homes. The services included bathing, shopping, toileting, transfers, light housework, transportation to doctors appointments and more. I'm a certified CNA with a college degree.
Juliet can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I am quadriplegic and have difficult care needs. I hired Juliette to care for me for four days while I was visiting Boston. What a delightful experience! She is capable, intelligent, learns quickly and is a pleasure to spend time with. I checked the references they...
Claude G.
5.0
(3)
[Red Cross Certified] My priorities are to have a calming approach with children and encourage activities daily for their motor skills and cognitive abilities. I have had experience with multiples of children , and prefer to manage the day with a routine.
When it comes to taking care of children, I believe it is good to meal...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is a great person and friend who has assisted me on multiple occasions. She is always professional, friendly, and kind."
Margaret G.
Ssekabira K.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I can help feed, bath, and dress patients. I can also make sure patients are taking their medications on time, I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Hospice care.
Ssekabira can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"I have known sekabira for 5 years, but he must be the most honest person I have met ,he treats every one with respect, he punctual and a listener ,his interpersonal skills are top notch I would recommend him any day"
Kaggwa J.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kirstyn, and I'm thrilled to offer my child care services to families seeking a kind, gentle, and creative caregiver. With a hands-on approach, I prioritize fostering a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and be themselves!
Kirstyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Kirstyn was wonderful with my daughter and dogs! I’d rehire her for any occasion."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well and CPR and CNA license. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking...
Aissatou can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Aissatou was a great caregiver. She's very honest and polite. She truly cares about your well-being."
Alice M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kristi and I am a kindergarten teacher. I have over 10 years of experience with babysitting and childcare. I am certified in the areas of Early Childhood and Elementary Education, First Aid and CPR certified and am happy to provide tutoring services in addition to babysitting.
Kristi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristi was just great! Professional and kind. She was the first babysitter for our 2-month old and made us feel at ease. We came home to a very happy baby!"
Alexandra D.
Maria D.
Brighton, MA
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello. my name is Maria and I can say with certainty that I am a person who enjoys working in this area. I am pleased to be able to help people and see things clean and organized. I can describe myself as a responsible person, who likes to learn new things and who is always looking to do my best. I've been working in this area...
Maria can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Maria D. has been doing housekeeping for me for more than 6 months now and she's an excellent hard worker. She's always on time and very meticulous and thorough on the cleaning and in keeping my apartment looking great and organized. She's friendly and pleasant to...
Bert M.
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...
Yanique can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."
Dana K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, dedicated, reliable and flexible cleaning professional and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I offer high quality service and reasonable rates in one-time or regular basis (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) arrangement. Cleaning supplies are negotiable, I have the basic to offer and we can discuss...
Stephanie can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Andrea S.
Needham Heights, MA
$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I provide in- home, assisted living and nursing home health care services to clients with limited physical and cognitive abilities. I work closely with clients and their family on an individual care plan based on their needs and desires.
I am a reliable, caring and compassionate woman who has approximately 20 years of...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Andrea's got a heart of gold and is so good to her clients"
Janet L.
Diana S.
Stoughton, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jill-of-all-trades Available For Anything And Everything You Need
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can offer you over 25 years experience in personal assisting, child care, home care (residential and commercial cleaning), cooking, and so much more. I am also a certified addiction counselor, and I have over 20 years experience in all things administrative (office management, bookkeeping, human resources, executive support,...
Diana can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Diana cleaned our house a couple times earlier this year and did a great job. She is very detail oriented and thorough, which I've not found to be the case for all cleaners. She was really flexible in scheduling when we needed her. We're trying to do a better job...
Emily W.
Diana S.
Stoughton, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jill-of-all-trades Available For Anything And Everything You Need
5.0
(2)
I can offer you over 25 years experience in personal assisting, child care, home care (residential and commercial cleaning), cooking, and so much more. I am also a certified addiction counselor, and I have over 20 years experience in all things administrative (office management, bookkeeping, human resources, executive support,...
Diana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Roddy P.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified.
Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life.
Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes.
Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...
Roddy can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Rodney worked in our garden for the better part of two days planting large bushes, which required fairly heavy labor working around rocks and roots. He was terrific. Worked non-stop, was responsive to our request and instructions but did not need careful...
Karen W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been known for my empathy and skills with little ones since I was a kid myself and after 20 years of providing care, I have not lost my silly charm, only gained the experience necessary to help raise confident and conscientious children. I have experience with kids aged birth through elementary school, but my superpowers...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is so much fun, my kids love her. I met her because one of the kids she nannies was in the same gymnastics class with my older child. During class, my younger child and I would often hang out in the same area with her and the older child she nannies. And I...
Grace S.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Westwood, MA
Jane H.
5.0
Jane was fantastic. She took wonderful care of my pets and sent regular updates and pictures. She was amazing.
- Care member
Linda S.
5.0
Linda took wonderful care of my Mom for over a year and a half until her passing. She was so caring and respectful to my mother that I don't know what I would have done without her. She goes above and beyond her job description and became part of our family. My Mom loved Linda and always had a smile...
- Jayne D.
Juliet S.
5.0
Juliet has been incredibly helpful to my Mom. She is kind, patient, competent, and very reliable. I feel lucky that we connected with Juliet and would highly recommend her.
- Meghan T.
Victoria S.
5.0
Victoria has been such a help with our 3 year old! It was great having some activities she set up for him on the weekend, along with helping to organize the playroom. She has been dependable and flexible with any last minute changes. It is truly a blessing to have her around.
- Angela S.
Ssekabira K.
5.0
It is a pleasure to recommend Ssekabira. We had many mediocre HHAs before him. He is the epitome of excellence. There aren’t enough superlatives to describe him. He now owns a home health care agency, Shalom Exal Services Inc; I can personally vouch for its excellence.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Westwood, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Westwood, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Westwood, MA, 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 Westwood, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Westwood, MA is $31.33 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 Westwood, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Westwood, MA. 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 Westwood, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Westwood, MA, 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 Westwood, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Westwood, MA, 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.