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Hi there! I'm Shauney, a 22-year-old college student pursuing dual licensure for Elementary and Special Education. I'm also a long-term substitute teacher. I absolutely adore working with children of all ages, and they hold a special place in my heart. I'm confident in my loving, caring, and down-to-earth personality that helps...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 17 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I am reliable, and you can depend on me. As a personal care aide I support with social and activities as well as basics such as eating/feeding and drinking. Medication reminder. Meals preparation. Household tasks. Personal care and doctor...
Terri can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Amy K.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as an ABA therapist, special education teacher, and developmental teacher for children with autism/other developmental disabilities, as well as work in the mental health field. I'm very behaviorist based but flexible and loving with the kids I work with! I have experience working with BCBAs, speech language...
Amanda V.
Edwardsville, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello families!
First, and most importantly, I'm a momma of two beautiful children: an 11-year-old son and a 1-year-old daughter. On top of that, I've been working in centers with children of multiple ages for about 12 years now and have currently been working at Head Start teaching preschool for 3 years.
I have my Associates...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Callie K.
Edwardsville, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Cleaning Services Available All Week Nights & Weekend Mornings
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Callie! I am 23 years old and a graduate from SIUE with my BS in biology. I graduated with high honors and took many child developmental courses. I have been doing housework for around 6 years and enjoy a clean house. I have always helped my mother clean since I was a little girl. You can count on me to get the job done...
Callie can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
I have 5 adopted siblings that vary in ages from 2 to 12 that I have taken care of and watched over the years for their parents. I enjoy being around children very much! I love pets and get along with them very well! I worked for a cleaning service for 5 years and am happy to do house work and do it well. I enjoy cooking,...
Nyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have nannied two young girls for eight years, and was responsible for pet-sitting, along with driving the children to activities when necessary. Additionally, I have led a volunteer group made up of college students would where we would go to an elementary school once a week to lead them in positive, confidence-building group...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Lisa watched our 2-year old boy on New Years Eve. She was very professional, friendly and we would use her services again."
Gerald O.
Emily M.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Full Time And Part Time Caregiver With Autism Experience
3.5
(2)
Hi! My name is Emily. I am a 2019 college graduate with a bachelors in psychology specializing in developmental psychology. I have 3 and a half years of professional nanny experience split between two families, and currently work as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral therapy to children aged 2-9 who have...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is a very attentive caregiver and always went above and beyond to plan fun activities for our 2yo. We loved working with her!"
Care member
Patrice F.
Florissant, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant Available Or As Needed Could Be Full Or Part-Time
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified nurse assisstant who has 18 years of experience in nursing, hospice, homehealth, specialty hospitals, rehabilitation, long term care, assisted living, nursing homes, experience with alheimer , dementia, stroke patients and diaysis, cancer, colosomy,
showers, bedbaths, dressing, feeding, vitalsisigns,...
Patrice can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She's a very caring person very dependable and truly cares for the human race."
Carla B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name Nicole! I have a lot of experience with children. I started out babysitting when I was 14 years old for many different families. In late high school and early college I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the 3 and 4-year-old classrooms. I worked there for about 2 years. I then was a nanny for a family...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Ana M.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Offer More Than Just Cleaning; I Strive To Provide A Sense Of Relief O Each Cleaning
5.0
(5)
Hi!
My name is Ana, and I hope this message finds you well. I recently came across your post regarding house cleaning services, and I wanted to reach out to offer my assistance.
As an independent house cleaner, I take pride in providing thorough and reliable cleaning services tailored to the unique needs of my clients. I can...
Ana can also help with: Changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"A dedicated young lady who is very dependable, organized, and thorough in her cleaning and assignments. I believe she is a great person and deserves five stars."
Care member
Alexandria P.
Florissant, MO
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
College Student That's Also An Occasional Sitter With Any Age And Or Needs.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a first time mom to a 1-year-old baby girl! I was a full time server at Cracker Barrel and also cleaned houses independently prior to my maternity leave. I've also nannied for the past 7 years for multiple families with different needs of service and availability. I've been a stay at home mom since having my little...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jenna L.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver | Certified In ABA Therapy | CPR & First-Aid Certified
4.4
(16)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jenna, an experienced caregiver in St. Louis available on weekends or date nights! With 10+ years of babysitting and 4+ years as a nanny, I offer specialized expertise in working with children with diverse needs. As a Registered Behavior Technician, I provide support using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. CPR...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"100% recommend her, if you are lucky enough to book her!!"
Eva S.
Elizabeth C.
Saint Louis, MO
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey friends! I am a nanny in the St Louis area looking for a new family to care for! I have 6 years of experience working with kids doing everything from swim instructing, camp counseling, and even assisting art therapy! I love dance parties, coloring, reading books, and playing outside! I can help kids out with lunches, doing...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Lizzie has babysat our 2 toddler boys several times over the past year or so. They both love her! I'm so grateful that she makes our boys feel so comfortable. She is fun and playful, but also is capable of being firm when needed. She always asks about things she...
Caroline H.
Megan B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
1. Helped with day-to-day and long-term management of personal affairs
2. Assisted with physical therapy, exercise, and general health
3. Administered and managed medication
4. Performed housekeeping duties including
laundry, grocery shopping, and cleaning
5. Planned and prepared meals according to dietary restrictions
6....
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"She was amazing with my mother in all regards. She really cared and went above and beyond and my mom so enjoyed her time with Megan. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Clean freak alert! Have clean mirrors without streaks and an effortlessly managed home. I avoid using unnatural/ toxic chemicals as much as possible and have a knack for organizing. I'd love to use these skills to help improve other people's lives. I'm friendly, reliable and ready to take on a part-time job while attending...
Andrea can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Andrea has been providing after-school transportation for our high school freshman (transportation was not an option on this survey, so "housekeeping" had to be selected despite her providing a different service). She is prompt, reliable, friendly, flexible, and...
Karma E.
5.0
(1)
I have been a caregiver for very many years both in private duties and group homes. I also took care of my elderly grandparents back home. I also got good relationships with people since I have also worked in retail and customer service
Charles can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Charles is hardworking and caring"
Leah M.
Mary J.
Hazelwood, MO
$8-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a service dog. Very experienced with dogs. Love them like family.
Mary can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a local & seasoned care provider with an extensive background & experience in multiple service areas; primarily in childcare & direct support care.
CPR certified
I love exploring the city, outdoors and finding fun new experiences for children to learn & explore. Museums, arts & crafts, you name it we can do it!
I have...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie is fantastic! We initially booked her on short notice, but she was incredibly accommodating, punctual, communicative, and wonderful with our kids. She asked if she could bring her one-year-old son W, and we thought it would be a great social experience...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I found my true passion in life - caring for seniors 30 years ago. I began working in the Food Service Department at a nursing home in North County. From there I took private positions in home health care from a chore worker, errand runner, to the overall care of bed ridden patients.
Judith can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Judy is a caring individual and has been wonderful with my mom."
Renee B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Wood River, IL
Lisa B.
5.0
Lisa is warm and professional, attentive and competent. I feel she can step-in and follow our house rules and guide my daughter with playing and routines. I have hired her a couple of times and we would love to have her over again. Thank you, Lisa!
- Koreen W.
Emily M.
5.0
Emily is a very attentive caregiver and always went above and beyond to plan fun activities for our 2yo. We loved working with her!
- Care member
Patrice F.
5.0
Very responsible and great people skills , great energy loving person to be around
- Victor A.
Ana M.
5.0
A dedicated young lady who is very dependable, organized, and thorough in her cleaning and assignments. I believe she is a great person and deserves five stars.
- Care member
Jenna L.
3.0
Jenna was hired to transport my daughter to and from dance twice a week on the same days. Jenna missed picking her up several times. Just completely forgot her. This caused my daughter a lot of anxiety. Jenna is great with interacting with her. She babysat my infant one time and seemed to do well...
- Nikki C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Wood River, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Wood River, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Wood River, IL, 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 Wood River, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Wood River, IL is $20.00 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 Wood River, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Wood River, IL. 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 Wood River, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Wood River, IL, 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 Wood River, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Wood River, IL, 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.