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5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care skills gained through 15+ years of experience as a CNA, nursing home, home-care nursing assistant, childcare teacher, and physical fitness trainer. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients with diverse medical conditions. AAFP and...
Pema can also help with: Personal care, companionship
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pema is caring, compassionate, trustworthy and experienced in care giving. She is more than a caregiver, she is a loved companion."
Care member
Kendall C.
Canton, GA
$17-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello there! I am 22 years old and a recent graduate.
I LOVE crafts, sensory activities, spending time outdoors, and trying to minimize screen time wherever possible. I am able to offer tidying/cleaning services, homework help, pickup/dropoff, cooking, and am super flexible with hours and days.
I love to create fun and...
Kendall can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kendall is a very loving and caring person who never fails to put a smile on everyone's face. She grew up around siblings her whole life ; younger, older, and special needs. Kendall had copious amounts of experience with children, also aside from family. She is...
Alexandra W.
I'm a very patient, reliable and compassionate person with over 10 years experience in pet therapy and working with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I trained my 220 pound Great Dane (Blue) to be a therapy dog, he went to hospice, hospitals, nursing homes, schools and special needs classes. I loved making people...
Stacey can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Just a passionate fur mom and tiny human tamer! Looking to lend a helping hand to those who need it!
My tribe describes me as compassionate, encouraging, and supportive.
In everything I do I look for the opportunity to grow and make a difference.
Where I'm from, Puerto Rico, my grandfather had 20+ acres of land. He had...
Karen C.
Canton, GA
$10-15/hr
I am a certified therapy dog handler. Our therapy dog passed away a few years ago but I have my Monday and Wednesday mornings free and would love to help out another pet owner. I am available from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. and can provide walks, attention and feeding as well as training work and training tips if that is what you need or...
Karen can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
I am an energetic mom of 3 teens with years of experience. Some experience incl. homeschooling, tutor, mentor, art therapy, daycare, homecare, a medical degree, professional organizing, homeopath and medical intuitive, detox therapies, reading , painting and crafting. References, clean driving background drug and smoke free. My...
Lori can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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My name is Liz and I am the founder of M Family Solutions. I created this company to assist our local families with all residential services they may need assistance with! We own a residential cleaning service, but provide dog & cat sitting, feeding, walking, etc. We also help with other general residential services- like...
Elizebeth can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Stacey S.
Cumming, GA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a very patient, reliable and compassionate person with over 10 years experience in pet therapy working with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. I trained my first Great Dane (Blue) to be a therapy dog. He would visit hospice, hospitals, nursing homes, schools and special needs classes until he "retired." My two...
Stacey can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
I have grown up with a plethora of different pets throughout my life, and they are family to me. I have cared for my own pets from dogs to ferrets, as well as others' pets throughout my neighborhood and community. I do walks, playing, feeding, cleaning up after, and more!
Greighson can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Worked as a live in 2017 - 2018 for a elderly woman. Serviced seniors at an assisted living with chair massage therapy. Did grocery shopping for seniors..
Alexandra M.
Alpharetta, GA
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a graduate student getting my masters in Occupational Therapy at TWU. I have grown up with animals my whole life primarily dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and fish. I have pet sat for various animals for over 5 years, including feeding, walking multiple times a day, and giving them baths. I am very loving and caring, truly...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rachel S.
Alpharetta, GA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
1.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
I am a 26-year-old living in the Atlanta area! I grew up in the suburbs of Georgia and started nannying/babysitting early on in high school. I have 10+ years of experience with kids! I interned with a special needs therapy clinic for children when I was 18 as well.
I am a graduate from Kennesaw State...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We thought Rachel was GREAT ! She handled 3 very small children (6 months, 2 yo and 4 yo) beautifully - and our 4 yo can be very sitter adverse. Rachel stepped right in giving us the confidence to go out . Highly recommend and will use her again !"
Care member
Cayla C.
Cumming, GA
$13-20/hr
I love to help my community by providing services of dog walking, and pet sitting. If you need someone to come check on your beloved pets I'm the person for you. I have walked dogs for a bunch of different families and love to work with families near me!
Cayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Deetta P.
Woodstock, GA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
29 yrs experience as a Caregiver: experience with an adult daughter. 29 yrs old, with Williams Syndrome.
17 yrs Educational experience -Para- pro and Substitute teacher in pre-K thru middle school inclusion and self contained special education classrooms, 6 years FT Lead K5 - 2nd grade teacher, 14 years administrative...
Kelsey K.
Alpharetta, GA
$10-20/hr
I am a Child and Family Development major at Georgia Southern University. My goal is to eventually get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy to work with individuals who have special needs and or physical disabilities. When I was younger I volunteered with kids who had special needs. I am an extremely quick learner and can easily...
I am an experienced educator with over 15 years of dedicated service working with special needs teenagers and adults. I am currently seeking a full-time or live-in position where I can provide primary care and support for individuals with special conditions or elderly individuals.
My expertise lies in delivering comprehensive...
Hi I'm Brea!
I've been a care giver for children, pets, and the elderly for over 14 years. I have a heart of serving and am dedicated to providing quality service to everyone I encounter because relationships matter more than money, and giving care to others is more than just a job to me.
I have 14 years of babysitting/...
Brea can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
Alanna C.
Roswell, GA
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a lot of paid experience with dogs and cats. However I am also a horse girl and use to own a bunch of chickens and ducks and horses and can provide services for farm animals as well . I have a 15 week puppy right now and she is my everything, so I understand the need for having someone you can trust and not have to worry...
Alanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Dara F.
Alpharetta, GA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Dara and I am a 22-year-old graduate student. I am from Alpharetta, GA and am looking to see if anyone needs babysitting, petsitting, or tutoring assistance! I have been babysitting/nannying for over 8 years and tutoring math for 6 years (open to other subjects as well!)
I really do love tutoring and taking...
Dara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello, I am a 23-year-old ethically trained direct service personal. I have experience working with children to adults on a spectrum of physical and mental disabilities.
I also have experience administering healing arts practices like yoga, painting, and more! I at one time was pursuing a doctorates degree in this but I have...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Ball Ground, GA
Pema L.
5.0
Pema,
Has been an amazing caregiver for my mother. Pema ensures my mother eats healthy and gets the needed exercise to help here deal with her Parkinson's and Dementia. She is punctual, reliable and compassionate. I would highly recommend Pema.
- Doug S.
Kendall C.
5.0
Kendall is a very loving and caring person who never fails to put a smile on everyone's face. She grew up around siblings her whole life ; younger, older, and special needs. Kendall had copious amounts of experience with children, also aside from family. She is more than ample to be a...
- Alexandra W.
Rachel S.
5.0
We thought Rachel was GREAT ! She handled 3 very small children (6 months, 2 yo and 4 yo) beautifully - and our 4 yo can be very sitter adverse. Rachel stepped right in giving us the confidence to go out . Highly recommend and will use her again !
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Ball Ground, GA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Ball Ground, GA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Ball Ground, GA, 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 Ball Ground, GA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Ball Ground, GA 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 Ball Ground, GA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Ball Ground, GA. 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 Ball Ground, GA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Ball Ground, GA, 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 Ball Ground, GA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Ball Ground, GA, 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.