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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madeline. I'm 25 years old. Originally from Chicago, I moved to the East Bay in 2021 and it has been my home ever since. I live in Albany but I am willing to travel to other locations as well.
I graduated college in 2020 from the University of Illinois. I babysat all throughout high school and college and have a...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madeline is wonderful! She’s responsible, great with kids, super-communicative, shows maturity and good judgment…an all-around dream sitter. I feel so fortunate to have found her and look forward to hiring her again. "
Care member
Sonam L.
Albany, CA
$28-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Warm And Caring Tibetan Companion With Organization, Cooking, Meal Prep And Cleaning Skills
Hello,
I am a helper by nature. I enjoy helping people make their lives smoother by assisting with light housekeeping, cooking, meal prep and organizing. I believe keeping ones place clean, eating healthy and having a companion to talk to is very important for your body, mind and spirit. I have experience with elderly people...
Sonam can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Brett R.
Albany, CA
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Immaculate Housekeeping Services For Daily Quality Of Life And Special Events Experiences.
I'd describe my personality as Experienced, Immaculate and Proficient
I like caring for homes because my experience reflects the qualities that that every family's home should shine and be immaculately well kept regardless if it is for the daily quality of life or special occasion preparations for parties or galas.
I'm...
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Anna, but please call me Mel.
After a year of working in childcare (3 months in ABA therapy and 10 months at a Montessori preschool) I returned to college, transferring to UC Berkeley to continue my undergraduate studies in Social Welfare.
I am thrilled to be back at school, but miss working with children and am happy to...
5.0
"As an employer of Country Hill Montessori, Anna M was always punctual, reliable, caring to the children and respectful to the parents and her colleagues."
Care member
Amelia C.
Richmond, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Caring for your loved one isn't just a job to me but also my extended family! I have been working for In Home Support Services since 2014. I can be a companion for your loved one. Take care of daily needs like dressing, bathing, cleaning, meal prep, and, most importantly, staying on top of their meds. I have experience with...
Amelia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Awesome! So helpful and and great communicator with seniors."
Faithe L.
Kate H.
Oakland, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Careful Housekeeper/helper Available Part Or Full Time. Pets, Childcare Too!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Experienced, educated, hard-working, dependable, pleasant and fun Kate-of-all trades available for any combination of everyday/light housekeeping and declutter/organization, laundry and ironing, meal prep, child care, pet care, errands, phone calls and personal assistant tasks -- everything you need help with to run your home...
Kate can also help with: Pet waste cleanup, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Kate is awesome, detailed and a great organizer!"
Sarah B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Animal lover with three years of paid experience in freelance pet care for dogs and cats. I have cared for Labradors, Golden Doodles, German Schnauzers, and Golden Retriever dogs, as well as a Siamese cat. Lately, I have been fostering dogs in my free time. I have fostered 6 puppies since becoming a foster with Tony La Russa's...
Francisca can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Francisca is great with my dog, Pinot! She takes her on outings to various parks when dog-sitting for me, and doesn’t shy away from giving Pinot a bath when she needs it. "
Care member
Monicalaire P.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked as a senior caregiver for 6 years, I have flexible availability during the day and night and come in weekends! I can assist with mobility assistance, feeding, changing , showers, transportation, lifting and therapy.
Monicalaire can also help with: Dementia, home modification, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
"So blessed to find a nurse as nurturing as her!!! there's been so many times that we had to turn away caregivers because our dad didnt want them around ... but my father loved her! He used to call her his ANGEL because she made him feel alive every single day. Even...
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Amanda T.
Berkeley, CA
$23-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Amanda and I am 23 years old. I have just moved to the bay area (Berkeley) from Colorado! I have my bachelors degree but am currently furthering my education by attending graduate school to pursue my doctorates degree! I am majoring in pediatric occupational therapy, and I had the amazing opportunity to...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If you want someone reliable, sweet, enthusiastic, and punctual, Amanda is the one for you! The kids loved her."
Care member
Patricia R.
San Pablo, CA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Friendly, Energetic, Highly Professional Caregiver with Great References Available
4.0
(2)
Hi. I'm middle aged and fit with a master's degree and a 25 yr professional career in the social services including significant management experience. I had a mid life career change (to writer) and am happy to do more flexible care work. I started in the field as a physical therapy assistant on a psycho-geriatric ward in the UK...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
4.0
"Applied through Care.com. Asked questions online. Responded punctually. Responsible, punctual and polite."
Carol P.
5.0
(1)
Feeling secure, knowing your beloved companion is going to enjoy the time spent apart makes those separations full of relief for the both of you! Safety, love, and playful creativity is how I engage with every animal. I provide this gentle approach relying on my strong intuitive connection with animals as well as my experience...
Corinne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've just completely my masters at UC Berkeley and am looking for part-time care positions while I apply for PhD programs and continue working with professors on related projects. I have a wealth of experience babysitting (below) and am a certified children's yoga instructor. Most recently I worked as a wellness & mindfulness...
Maya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Maya was great to work with. She was always on time and has a very lovely personality. And must importantly my son loved her! I highly recommend Maya."
Izell B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently available for a live-in care and also I do have 30 years of experience caring for senior patients from Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, MS, cancers, bedridden patients and of course Hospice.. I learned from day one that it's all about patients and their families, their wishes are my commands.. For me,...
Kaufoou can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kaufoou did an excellent job of caring for my mom under Hospice Care. Her years of experience were evident in her knowledge and assistance educating me on Hospice meds. Her caring nature comforted me and my mom as it was clear she was able to move and manage my...
Care member
Amber G.
Emeryville, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Assistant Available For Organization, Cooking, Cleaning And Pet care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Amber, thank you for viewing my profile. I have been working exclusively as a personal cook for folks throughout the Bay Area going on six years now, offering both in house and delivery services, and the occasional catering job.
I already have several clients who I work for but am looking to take on other...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Amber has babysat for my two young kids (3.5 and 1) several times and we love her! She is dependable and fun for the kids and always takes the crazy in stride. We come home to peacefully sleeping kids and hear the next day about the games they played and how much...
Stephanie S.
Tiller W.
Oakland, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Tiller from Oakland , Ca. 65 Yrs Old 3Yrs Exp. I Have 3 year of experience In adult and senior care State of California health and human services agency in home supportive services Ihss I have work with elders who have dementia I can help with doctor appointments transportation and some work around the housing
Tiller can also help with: Errands, light cleaning
5.0
"He arrive 10 minutes early to his in-person Interview. New hire, the few days he's worked he's been consistent and reliable; his care giving service is good, he's pleasant to work with; nice, joyful, upbeat personality, easy to communicate with and is a great...
Zandile C.
Senia H.
San Pablo, CA
$35-51/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Senia H.
I'm a wife and a mother of 2 amazing girls .
Caring for kids has been my pasión since before having children.
I have cared for kids in my local church since I was a teen and I'm always blessed to work with other Amazing families .
My goal is to create a special bond with each family as if there were my own...
Senia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Senia was so loving and wonderful with my 4 month old. She read his cues and helped him eat sleep and play perfectly. I would call her again!"
Annie D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. As long as I could remember I've always been good with children even when I was a child myself! I was always mature for my age so I often looked after little ones. That followed me as I grew up into my adult life where I began working with children for...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"She was wonderful with our son who was excited to have her watch him for a couple of weeks. Unfortunately, she cancelled the second week on short notice and left us in a bind."
Thomas O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Marilyn.
I have 5 years of experience. I have worked in hospital and skilled nursing facilities. In addition, to private homes. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Seniors' health is crucial which is why it should be cared for up to the mark.
Marilyn can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Marilyn did a great job cleaning and checking to see what my father needed."
Diana B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am recent college grad! I have my BA in psychology with a minor in early childhood studies. I have also worked as a preschool teacher for a year and a half. I am currently working as a Registered Behavior Technician and provide ABA therapy for children with autism. I have over 5 years of nanny experience and have worked with...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for my mother who suffers from a very debilitating disease. Plus 9 yrs on job experience
Currently & last 6 years I've worked for 3 busy families, providing all aspects of domestic care Child to senior care and household management.
The 3 years prior, I was a caregiver to an elderly...
Karen can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Karen went beyond with being attentive to my grandfather who had dementia. She shared ideas that would help him and would bring things that we could use to help care for him better. I never doubted that he was being taken care of properly. She was very...
Leah M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Albany, CA
Madeline A.
5.0
Madeline is wonderful! She’s responsible, great with kids, super-communicative, shows maturity and good judgment…an all-around dream sitter. I feel so fortunate to have found her and look forward to hiring her again.
- Care member
Anna M.
5.0
As an employer of Country Hill Montessori, Anna M was always punctual, reliable, caring to the children and respectful to the parents and her colleagues.
- Care member
Amelia C.
5.0
Amelia is a very hard worker. She always shows up on time or lets me know ahead of time that she'd like an adjustment in her schedule. She is VERY dependable.
Her job is not easy - my friend has an old dog who makes messes daily, and Amelia cleans up after her, takes her for walks, and gives...
- Kate S.
Kate H.
5.0
Kate is reliable, professional, and gets the job done. She is able to solve any problem, and is very easy to work with and talk to. I'd definitely hire her again!
- Melony B.
Francisca C.
5.0
Everytime I need to go on a trip i know my dog will be safe and well cared for by Francisca!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Albany, CA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Albany, CA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Albany, CA, 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 Albany, CA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Albany, CA is $29.33 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 Albany, CA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Albany, CA. 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 Albany, CA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Albany, CA, 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 Albany, CA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Albany, CA, 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.