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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jenna. I am a licensed therapeutic yoga practitioner for children with special needs and Douala. I hold a BA in Psychology and Spanish and am working on my masters in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have more than 10 years of experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings; from...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Jenny S.
Ellington, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time homeschooling mom to an 8 yr old boy. Before this, relevant experience included various forms of child care for numerous families & daycares in CT, Germany & Ireland. This included: Care for infants to toddlers; PU from daycare & school; Bottle prep; Cook & serve/feed meals; Supervision & safety; Bathing; Diaper...
Jenny can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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: Personal care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hi, my friends and I provide pet care and have lots of background in the animal field. I Have had experience working an externship in a vet office and years working at kennels locally as well. I also own a bunch of animals I have rescued. If you have any questions, please let me know and I'll be happy to answer them.
Florinda can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
5.0
(4)
I was a cna for 15 years, I have 30 years of experience with Alzheimer's, dementia, I also was a physical therapy aide. I have hospice experience, I love to do crafts, I have a very bubbly personality, love live theatre! Going to the beach. Picnic lunches. You can text me @ eight six zero eight nine zero four one four zero
Sandra can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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: Respite care, personal care, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Miss Cindy goes above & beyond her expectations, having her in our families life has been a true blessing.
She is modest and trustworthy, a person who always puts others before herself. This woman can easily work with humans of all ages and individual needs."
Emily M.
Kaleigh S.
North Franklin, CT
$17-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
I am a reliable college student. I provide dog sitting and walking services and just dropping in to play with them for 30 minutes. I provide dog sitting services at my house where I have 2 cats and a dog. I am looking to grow my knowledge and provide your animals with the extra love or attention that your busy life may not...
Kaleigh can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Absolutely live animals and it shoes in her actions. She is very dependable and punctual and will make sure your animals are well taken care of."
Tristy H.
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, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sierra was able to provide outstanding care and emotional support to my 93 year old mother. My mother was truly blessed to have Sierra as her caregiver. "
Care member
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, dementia, home modification, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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.
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: General room cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Gosia is wonderful. Very attentive, right on time, does fantastic work. And a kind and lovely person too! Highly recommended."
Phillip P.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years senior care experience in care-giving. Experience with cooking, errands, grocery shop, light housekeeping, transport to appts, wheelchair transfers, feeding, bathing, medication .
I worked for a woman for 10 summers. I cleaned her house every week, did special projects for her, grocery shopping and appts. I...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Please do not steal Sue from us!! :)~
Sue is a GREAT caregiver, and she is very intuitive, and she has common sense, a great sense of humor, and the super power of getting along with anyone while doing things quickly and efficiently. Sue helps not only to take...
Katherine R.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and determination to better the lives of the kids she works with are unmatched, always putting their needs and wants first....
Care member
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 and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...
Kari can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & 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
(13)
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 5 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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her...
Carola D.
Joan M.
Manchester, CT
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Navigator/Caregiver Seeking Part Time And Full Time Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of proven experience working with children, seniors and people of all abilities. I have managed two non-profits and have the passion and skill set to work for you and your loved one. I provide care in the following areas: Assistance with Daily Living, Companionship, Entertainment, Errand Services, Escort to...
5.0
"Really shows and demonstrates what a top caregiver is all about. She sets the bar for professionalism."
Marc D.
Stephanie S.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 9 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"To say Mary went above and beyond would be an understatement. Our now 16 month old refused to walk until she started watching him.
Mary cares very much about feeding our baby a proper diet. He always eats fruits and veggies when she is around. She helps with his...
Liz S.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Cara is a warm, friendly, gentle, and caring person and child caregiver. She is kind, watchful, and keeps my child safe and does everything I ask. She will take him for walks and play outside, which makes him very happy. She keeps him entertained and happy, doing...
Lynne P.
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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.
Kaleigh S.
5.0
Absolutely live animals and it shoes in her actions. She is very dependable and punctual and will make sure your animals are well taken care of.
- Tristy H.
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.
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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 $22.00 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.