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Jenny S.
Ellington, CT
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time homeschooling mom to a 7 yr old boy. Before this, relevant experience included various forms of child care (&dog/house sitting) for numerous families & day cares in CT, Germany & Ireland. This included: Care for infants to toddlers; PU from daycare & school; Bottle prep; Cook & serve/feed meals; Supervision &...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma A.
Chaplin, CT
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello!!
My name is Emma , and I am a dedicated professional with a Bachelor's degree in CJ from the University of New Hampshire and four years of service in the United States Air Force. As a CPR and AED certified caregiver, I bring a wealth of experience in nurturing and educating children, spanning from infants to preteens. My...
Lori G.
Mansfield Center, CT
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A Semi Retired Respiratory Therapist, 40 Years Experience In Hospital But Now Doing Care Giver
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I have done care giver for 2 years now, helping with every day activities, exercises, keeping client mentally engaged, can help with all checks to be sure medication are being taken , and any other needs. I am a semi retired respiratory...
Lori can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Alyssa M.
Chaplin, CT
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Alyssa, I live in Chaplin. I am 20 years old, going to school for massage therapy right now full time. I've been around kids my whole life, babysitting and watching my little cousins. I have a 3-year-old nephew and a 4-month-old niece that I watch. I've always loved kids. Im very active and energetic. I want to help...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
I was a cna for 15 years, I took care of a lady 6 1/2 years, as a live-in 5 days a week. Also for past 2 years I took care of a lady who had dementia, I have experience with, Alzheimer's, dementia, I also was a physical therapy aide. I love to do crafts, I have a very bubbly personality, love live theatre! Going to the beach....
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Sandy in the Fall of 2021 when the burden of caring for my husband 24/7 became too heavy. I knew
she was heaven sent as soon as she started working for us. She showed compassion and patience for my
husband who was afflicted with dementia. Her experience...
Deborah C.
Cindy B.
Windham, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have many years experience as a CNA, hospice, physical therapy. I am a very hard worker, compassionate, reliable and outgoing. I have many references . Please consider me for this .position. Look forward to speaking with you. Thank You, Cindy.
Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My kids were always well cared for. Cindy went out of her way to help me as a working mom, make learning fun and provide a safe and healthy environment for my children.
Cindy was an absolute blessing to our family!"
Jen C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience in many different areas of caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia needs.
Siearra can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Sierra was kind, punctual, trustworthy and caring. She got my mother going in the morning, making sure she was up, ate, took meds, got dressed and was ready for the day. She picked up, got lunches and dinners ready, most important my mother liked her (and...
Merrill R.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
30 years of experience and dedication providing a wide variety of health aid services. Proven expertise providing geriatric care, as well as care to those with physical and mental disabilities. Care and personal references supplied upon request. I have clean background and motor vehicle history. Looking forward to hearing from...
Pamela can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, home modification
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Pamela has been a caregiver for my mother for many years. In addition to being my mom's main caregiver, she has become remarkably close to our family. My mom is disabled and in wheelchair. Pam helps my mom with daily hygiene items such as showering and toileting...
Robert G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Do you need helping hands? Call me now! My name is Gosia. With many years of experience, I'm offering cleaning and organizing services. I clean weekly, bi-weekly , one a month or one-time. My service including deep cleaning, regular cleaning, move in move out, new construction, office. Call me for free estimate.
Gosia can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Great. Great. Great! Gosia is awesome and we would certainly recommend her services. Communication is great. She is always punctual. VERY thorough. My wife and I always comment on how excited we are that we hired her on the day that she comes to the house....
Brian C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before I had my children. I have always loved children. I have worked in the public schools as a special education para. I have experience with special needs children and children of all ages from newborn to 12 years old. I have a degree in...
Kari can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over."
John B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Kathy has recently been working PT with my mother. She is a delight to work with, and extremely reliable. In fact, she consistently exceeds the expectations by going above and beyond what is asked of her. Kathy has a way of picking up on what is required and going...
Merideth T.
5.0
(4)
Hi all!
I'm looking to join a family as I am moving to Connecticut! I have a strong passion for childcare and creating a warm and nurturing environment for children to flourish. I'm also open to discussing the possibility of continuing beyond the seasonal break for a longer-term fit.
In my current roles as an ABA for 4th/5th...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alex is the warmest, kindest most thoughtful caregiver. She’s been providing care for our kids (ages 5 & 7) for years and we are always blown away by how much the kids adore her and how she cares for them with ease. Not to mention, she’s a talented artist and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Abby! I am 25 years old and I am a speech-language pathologist working in an elementary school and a private practice.
I have been working with children for 14 years and have watched children ages 4 months-14 years old. I have worked at a daycare and also volunteered in a preschool for 2 years. I also have experience...
Abby can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Stephanie S.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Stephanie and I am 23 years old. I am a recent graduate from UMass Boston with a Bachelor's Degree in Science. In undergrad I majored in Exercise and Health Science and currently I am working towards continuing my education for pediatric occupational therapy at MCPHS. I have been babysitting since I was 13...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She did a great job with our 2 year old daughter, they developed a good relationship, our daughter look forward seeing her, she helped us during a very busy time for the family this summer. She is fun, reliable, gentle and dedicated. We got along very well with...
Johanna B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in home health care and residential care for approximately 10 years each.
Within residential care, I provided residential habilitation services, as well as non-residential habilitation and specialized companion services within the community.
I worked with people who had varying degrees of intellectual disabilities...
5.0
"Jennifer words can't express how awesome Jen is.
She has been a lifesaver to us. We have a daughter who has special needs and has seizures and is not able to walk or talk. We needed someone we could trust and feel comfortable with.
Jen is that person. When we...
Carol D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was a teacher at a child care service for 4 years. Sadly our center closed due to Covid. I was blessed by the L. Family when they asked me to care for their boys! Being their nanny/teacher was the best job I've ever had. I love the one-on-one teaching and feeling like I'm part of the family! I've also been a Teacher at Trinity...
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am currently a childcare center director but I worked with Kaitlin for a few years she was my teacher assistant and I couldn't have asked for a better partner! Her love and care is incomparable to anyone else that I have worked side by side with. She is kind,...
Zulay A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of professional experience in childcare. My education is an associate's degree in general studies, including courses in child development and children's literature, which I have used extensively by reading many good books to every child I take care of! I have received play therapy training and used it in working...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary helped me with my newborn for 4 months, she is very caring and experienced, she went above and beyond to help and helped me establish a schedule for his naps, I recommend her without reservation "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Clean is my standard. I implement Eco-friendly products along with utilizing aseptic cleaning techniques to eliminate cross contamination.
My 15 plus years cleaning homes, offices, mega-homes and mansions has allowed me to cultivate my consistent and thorough cleanings , eye for detail, professionalism and communication...
Vickie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, oven cleaning, dusting, move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning & more
5.0
"Vickie was a fantastic cleaner! She was always on time. She listened to my specific wants and accommodated all requests. She has a wonderful personality and was a very positive person to have in my home."
Amy E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have an Associate of Science Degree in Human Services and focused on Early Childhood Education. I gained experience working with children through internships at Berkshire Center for Families and Children in the Children's Center and in an integrated preschool classroom at Crosby Elementary. I then went on to work at the Boy's...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Cara worked with us this summer (2018) and I feel so Blessed to have met her! She is truly a beautiful and sincere soul. I enjoyed her company and my children absolutely love her. She managed my three toddlers and that is not an easy task. She is trustworthy and...
Bilal C.
5.0
(1)
I feel qualified for this job, due to my experience working for 10 years in cleaning, Horizon Services Inc., with them to date. I perform all types of cleaning, in homes and offices. I have a small cleaning company, and I also have insurance.
Eudesia can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Very responsible, caring and respectful lady."
Liliam D.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Willington, CT
Sandra S.
5.0
Sandra was a very outstanding sitter/aid I very much loved how she'd treated my children! She was very kind responsible and reliable .If I had an emergency somewhere she would take my kids for longer than normal, she would literally treat us like family and she did everything I expected her to do on...
- Tauna R.
Cindy B.
5.0
Cindy is a Very sweet and outgoing person and patient advocate. Personable and outgoing caregiver as well. I would trust her to take care of any of my beloved family members, and at any age - infant to elderly!
- Kristen A.
Siearra L.
5.0
In our specific home. Specific specialty things were needed, to make a very strong minded lady happy. I was the only one who could do it, until Siearra. She not only stuck to the specifics, but found her own click. I would love to have Siearra work along side or share a patient with me. She's would...
- Care member
Pamela S.
5.0
Pam has been so caring with my dad and we deeply appreciate her hard work, kindness and patience with all of us!
- Karen G.
Gosia K.
5.0
Gosia is wonderful. Very attentive, right on time, does fantastic work. And a kind and lovely person too! Highly recommended.
- Phillip P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Willington, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Willington, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Willington, CT, 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 Willington, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Willington, CT is $19.00 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 Willington, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Willington, CT. 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 Willington, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Willington, CT, 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 Willington, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Willington, CT, 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.