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Valencia B.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Valencia; I am a fourth-year college student, studying to receive my bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. I have been working with children my whole life and have been professionally working in childcare collectively for about 10 years. I've nannied, taught in schools, worked in daycares, and I have completed...
Valencia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Valencia was amazing with my 3 year old. He loved her so much, she has become a consistent character in his make believe stories. She is flexible and reliable and easy to get along with. I'm so grateful for you during this time, Valencia! Hope to see you again!!"
Emelia H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Guntas. I am from Norwich, CT. I'm a mother of two. I am down to get homework done, play games, have dance parties, color, paint, watch a movie, read, or do whatever it is that your kid needs! I can be a helping hand for you too. I can do dishes, clean up, do laundry, and even meal prep. I'm here with anything...
Guntas can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Guntas was very good with my toddler and 10 yr old. She played games right alongside them and had a great attitude. She was on-time and very friendly! The kids adore her and can't wait to see her again."
Donelle S.
5.0
(2)
My name is Daniele, I have 3years of experience in cleaning houses, apartments and home care, for you who do not have the right time to clean your house, I offer my services with all dedication and care, fair price with quality, I am ready to I answer you, I have references! Send me a message that we can negotiate a great price!...
Daniele can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Great Job! Reliable, capricious and very clean!"
Rose V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate person, I give all of me when I work so the families can rely on me for other times they need my services, I like to learn from every opportunity, so I can improve every time. I'd describe my personality as versatile, affectionate, and proactive.
I like working with pets because I love how pure they are,...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Laura did an amazing job with my dog. She took great care of my Kira for about 2 weeks while I was in my honeymoon. She is the kind of person that gets along with animals so I had nothing to worry about. Can't recommend enough!!"
Kira O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for 15 plus years now, ages newborn to 15 years of age. I have full experience as a caregiver/ babysitter since I am a mom as well. I love kids! I enjoy taking them to do activities such as parks, pools, libraries etc. I love playing with the kids and caring for them as if they were my own. I also help...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy was a pleasure to work with. She was instrumental in getting our 2.5 year old potty trained and ready for pre-k. My son now considers her and her two lovely daughter's part of our family."
Michelle B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone my name is Glorimar and I'm currently looking for opportunity to work for you . Not only can I help you with the buying of groceries or dropping off/picking up other household items, I can also offer you and your family a host of other services.
From cooking your meals to making phone calls, paying bills, hiring...
Glorimar can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, fun, and solution oriented. I'm a hard worker with a very silly personality. I put my heart in all that I do.
I have always had a passion for children. The connection I have to children has always been natural and never forced.
I'm looking for an opportunity that will allow me to...
Avriana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Avriana was very friendly and put my shy, 6-year-old son, immediately at ease. He had a great day with her! She was energetic and attentive and set boundaries on his video game playtime, as I had asked her to. I would definitely be happy to hire her again."
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(4)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through over 12 years of experience as a CNA
Kameka can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kameka worked with us for over 10 months dealing with a very difficult and challenging medical situation - a neurological terminal disease, ALS. From the moment I met Kameka, I knew she was the right individual to care for and support my significant other and...
Les S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haily and I'm a University of Maryland graduate working in The Montgomery County Public School system. Because I work in a school I'm also available when kids have days off. In addition to my current position, I've worked at a nonprofit that serviced students grades K-12, at a preschool as a teacher's...
Haily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey was great, she is very responsible and my kids loved her. "
Ellen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I provide nanny/sitting services for children of all ages. I can also help with meal prep, house chores, errands etc. With your child(ren) depending on their age(s), we can spend our days outside at the park, reading books, playing board games, art and crafts, tummy time, imaginative play, sports, or any activity of you...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Teresa showed initiative and was very responsive during the hiring process and set very clear expectations. She was flexible when there was a miscommunication with another nanny and she stepped in to help on short notice. She was very patient with our son who was...
Heather E.
5.0
(1)
Hi,
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. Would love to learn more meeting your specific needs.
Gordon can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, respite care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Gordon since he was a young college student and I was a diplomat for my country. He is polite, caring, and very empathetic. He is also respectful; if he does not agree with your viewpoint, he will own up to the differences and many times politely asks...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm 35 and have been working with children for over 18 years, starting with helping out neighbors, to working in a daycare setting after high school and then as a nanny in families homes. I also had my CNA right out of high school and worked in a home health care setting with children. I also have three brothers who I helped...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"As a new mom, it was a little overwhelming trying to find a good match on Care.com. Which is why I feel so fortunate we connected with Michelle and decided to meet. It’s still hard for me to believe that after just one meeting I felt completely comfortable having...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am Nurse in my country, in Philippines.
I am a license CNA in US.
I work in a rehabilitation facility.
I work in assisted living facility.
I work as a private caregiver.
I work also in hospice clients.
Try me for a week. If you don't like my work or service, it will be FREE OF CHARGE.
Thank you.
Reymond can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"For almost a year Reymond has provided simply outstanding care for my father, who has advanced Parkinson's disease. Not only is Reymond a true advocate for his patients, treating them with the utmost respect for their needs from a feeling of sincere compassion...
Marjan M.
4.0
(2)
Thank you for taking the time to read about my services that I cannot only offer to you, but your loving companion as well!
I have always been an avid animal lover. I have owned guinea pigs, hamsters, dogs, cats, frogs, turtles, toads and rabbits. As a child, I wanted to become a veterinarian, so my father purchased me...
Talia can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing, and companionship
Estelle Edith can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Love her. Professional,caring,gentle, always willing to help out"
Carolyn M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a full-time nanny position starting in late August or September. The little girl that I've been taking care of since she was 2 months old is now starting school full time. I have over 10 years of experience and am a Certified Nursing Assistant, CPR trained, have my own car and a spotless driving record, and clean...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are very happy to recommend Rebeca, who has been an exceptional nanny for our two children over the past three years. Rebeca joined our household when our daughter was just an infant and our son was 5 years old, and her unwavering dedication, professionalism,...
Care member
Zufan M.
Silver Spring, MD
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...
Zufan can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Zufan cared for my wife from 2019-2021 during the day while I worked. My wife is partially paralyzed and Zufan helped with dressing, grooming, preparing meals, giving medicine, and light chores. My wife liked when Zufan came and especially appreciated little...
John K.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Almost every job that I've held has involved working with children. I've worked with kids in many capacities. For about two years, I worked as a camp counselor with kids as young as 5 up to middle school ages. Additionally, I worked as a party host for children's birthday's and other events. For the past four years, I've been...
Trista can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"she seemed great but her hours were not compatible with our needs. I was impressed with her."
Elsa W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Angel & I've got 5 years experience in paid childcare services. Ranging from children 3 months to late teens. I've recently been working with an infant and toddler & absolutely loved the year and a half with them. But I'm open to children of all ages.
I've also got special needs experience as I've worked with...
Angel can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Wound Care
5.0
(1)
I have 4 years of experience as a housekeeper/personal organizer. I'm available Monday-Friday and some weekends from around 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., but I am flexible and will try to work around your schedule. Services I offer are cleaning of all rooms in the house as well as laundry. I'm very energetic, caring and honest person. I...
Nicole can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Ashton, MD
Valencia B.
5.0
Valencia was extremely kind and patient with our 4.5-month-old daughter who takes time to get adjusted to new caregivers. We really appreciate her help!
- Leigh A.
Guntas K.
5.0
Guntas was very good with my toddler and 10 yr old. She played games right alongside them and had a great attitude. She was on-time and very friendly! The kids adore her and can't wait to see her again.
- Donelle S.
Daniele R.
5.0
Great Job! Reliable, capricious and very clean!
- Rose V.
Laura O.
5.0
Laura took great care of our puppy and pet bird while my husband and I were away!
- Amanda M.
Nancy S.
5.0
Nancy was a pleasure to work with. She was instrumental in getting our 2.5 year old potty trained and ready for pre-k. My son now considers her and her two lovely daughter's part of our family.
- Michelle B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ashton, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Ashton, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Ashton, MD, 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 Ashton, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ashton, MD is $15.00 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 Ashton, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ashton, MD. 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 Ashton, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Ashton, MD, 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 Ashton, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ashton, MD, 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.