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I raised and trained three Cairn Terriers; two have their CGC recognition (canine good citizen through the AKC). I have one dog who is a certified therapy dog and he and I volunteer as a therapy team. I have experience in basic and intermediate obedience plus agility. I have had dogs and cats my whole life. I have cared for...
Anne can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, daily feeding & more
Serenity F.
Benson, NC
$10-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Serenity!
I am 18, I have been doing pet care services for about 2 years. I have 7 cats of my own at this time, and have had many other pets in the past; dogs, cats, turtles, lizards, frogs, birds, fish, ducks, chickens, and of course the classic hamster. I am experienced in caring for all kinds of pets, both household...
I have many years of experience as a wife, mother, dedicated friend and considerate citizen. In addition to that I have held leadership roles that were goal oriented and required team training. My teams always met and exceeded their goals and I hope to bring that same commitment to service to you.
Serenity F.
Benson, NC
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Serenity!
I am a textbook over-achiever. The biggest busy-body I know. My own errands simply are not keeping me occupied, so I am looking to take up other people's as well! I love helping people out and staying busy. When I read about this errand service on the Caregiver app, I instantly knew I had to sign up. I am...
Mitchell B.
Dunn, NC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Very Experienced In-Home Senior Caregiver Available
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
How may I help your mother live life to its fullest? I am a highly qualified, reliable, caregiver who has been passionately serving seniors for over 25 years. As a seasoned in-home elder care provider, my goal is to create a healthy, happy, safe home that is brimming with love, encouragement, attention, organization and life....
Mitchell can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mitchell has a caring manner, a pleasant demeanor and was a joy to work with. I was thankful for her service and would highly recommend her!"
Virginia R.
I have been cleaning since I was a young lady and I still do this everyday , I hope you give me a chance to take care of your home, it will be me by myself, hopefully I will be hearing from you soon thanks for your time
April can also help with: Organization, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing & more
I have been taking care of pets professionally as a part of my nannying career for 8 years. Every family I have worked with has had multiple pets that I have loved caring for and giving them the attention they need. I have also provided pet sitting services to families with dogs. I know that pets are important members of the...
Danie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I was raised in the cleaning business and have experience with residential and commercial cleans of every variety (recurring, move out, move in) of cleans. I have flexible availability with my own supplies. I know how important it is to our mental health to have a clean home but sometimes life just gets in the way. This is a...
Zoe can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning
Micayla W.
Four Oaks, NC
$8-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of nursing experience. I am willing to help any family that needs help with their loved ones in the evenings. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management.
Micayla can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide general cleaning services for homes and businesses.
Olivia can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Olivia is fantastic. She does a great, thorough job of cleaning our house, and she does it quickly and efficiently. She is punctual, and she is flexible if something comes up that requires a change in schedule.
She is also friendly and personable. When I am...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother and wife of our beautiful 8-year-old daughter. I have worked in human services for several years so I am certified in first aid and CPR. I love story time, singing, and going to the park. I have a 1-year-old God son that I take care of often and I just love the infant stage so much. I would love to take care of...
Johnita can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide a variety of pet-sitting services in your own home for any kind of animal. I have experience pet-sitting as well as experience from working at a dog-boarding facility over summers. While working at this facility, I was trained in the fundamentals of harness/leash training as well as clicker training. Before moving to...
Margaret can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Margaret is wonderful with animals and a delight!"
Betsey F.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am naturally a caregiver, passionate and driven to help others with empathy and dignity. Strive to create a fun and cheerful environment with positivity to make each day great. Ive always had a interest in Nutrition, Health and Wellness. I have 6 years of past experience as a CNA with an in home health service working with...
Wendy can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Wendy has a heart of gold and was born to care for others, she sacrificed much to help care for our mom and be involved thru out her cancer treatment. She always gives her best to help others.
She is lighthearted, funny, and a compassionate human being, anyone...
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Irina P.
Clayton, NC
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
After caring for my elderly father for many years, I changed careers and became a private care giver. For the last 6 years I have cared for many individuals with disabilities, medical or cognitive impairment that require assistance with activities of daily living. I worked at PCS service companies in Charlotte and Raleigh...
Irina can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Irina is compassionate, super organized, reliable and truly wonderful with my 90 year old mother!! "
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Patricia P.
Clayton, NC
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Have No Time To Do Household Chores? I'm Your Go To Person!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With the position of being a Nanny for 22 years, I also provided cleaning, laundry, other household chores, and organizing services within their homes. I am very passionate about keeping a clean and organized household. I would like to help you and your family by eliminating the stress and time-consuming duties of household...
Patricia can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Patti has been absolutely amazing in helping us manage our home. She cares about doing a great job and has great communication. Would highly recommend!"
Dielle M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am bilingual, I am able to help with chores around the house or lifting heavy objects, I have experience with physical therapy.
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Victoria was a huge help to our family. She is kind, caring, and dives right into what needs to be done. I highly recommend her."
Mark P.
Heidi B.
Fuquay Varina, NC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with a little girl with Williams Syndrome. I loved working with her each day in her school. I would work with her therapist in making sure her schooling/therapy was being done at home as well. I really became part of the family, which is one of the things I loved most. A couple of years ago I ran the Indy half...
4.0
"Due to scheduling conflicts, Heidi was only with us a short time - but in that short time, she proved herself to be conscientious, reliable and dedicated. I felt instantly comfortable trusting her with my 5-year-old daughter, who has autism. Heidi's previous...
Kerry B.
Destiny H.
Clayton, NC
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Destiny and I'm a very easygoing, dependable girl who loves children of all ages.
I have been nannying professionally for about 2 years. I have worked with nanny-share as well which allows two families to combine services for a reasonable but affordable rate for each party. I have also worked with differently families to...
Destiny can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Destiny was very dependable. She played with my girls, entertained them, and took care of them. She fed the breakfast, lunch, and snack. She had no problems accommodating schedule changes as needed. My girls really enjoyed her and I would highly recommend her! We...
Ashley M.
Sandra Q.
Garner, NC
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teaching, Caring And Contributing To Children's Development Is My Passion.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
The most important thing in the world are children, they need love, patience, fun, enthusiasm tenderness, guidance, knowledge and above all safety. That is my reason to live, to help busy parents in the development of their children in a completely peaceful and full of fun. I offer my services in which I have a lot of...
Sandra can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Sandra was the very first person (outside of our family) that we trusted to leave our 6 month old son with. We absolutely adore her and she gives us such peace of mind each time we leave our son in her care! He is 8 months now, and absolutely lights up when he...
Courtney T.
Callie K.
Smithfield, NC
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter Available Whenever You Need Me Not Afraid To Babysit Twins Or Multiples
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My family are moving to Smithfield end of May/beginning of June. I am a military spouse and step mom to a 7yo child. I am fully vaccinated and also have up to date CPR and First aid certifications. I got my first official childcare job in 2016 working as a lead teacher in the 1-2yo class at a Kindercare learning center. I...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Two years ago, I signed up with Care.com to find a sitter for our two boys. We contacted/interviewed 7 different sitters. We chose Callie and couldn't be happier. My boys are crazy about her. I get asked "When is Callie going to watch us again?" constantly. There's...
Aaron A.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Benson, NC
Mitchell B.
5.0
Mitchell called and came out and introduced herself before she was even suppose to be at work and that proved a blessing because I ended up needing her before her first official day at work. She is energetic, outgoing, and we already totally love her. She's has came into our family so smoothly and...
- Genny B.
Olivia H.
5.0
Olivia is fantastic. She does a great, thorough job of cleaning our house, and she does it quickly and efficiently. She is punctual, and she is flexible if something comes up that requires a change in schedule.
She is also friendly and personable. When I am working from home, I enjoy stopping to...
- Care member
Margaret S.
5.0
Margaret is wonderful with animals and a delight!
- Betsey F.
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy is an amazing human! Truly caring with a passion and a natural talent for connecting with people. She has worked with my son with autism for many years now. He adores her. She is patient, kind and goes with the flow. She sees him beyond his autism and is able to get on his level whenever they...
- Care member
Irina P.
5.0
Irina was taking care of my aunt and I am extremely satisfied with her attention to detail, high level of responsibility and great attitude and care. She was very well experienced and totally prepared for any situation normally expected in the daily life of an elderly person. With Irina I was...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Benson, NC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Benson, NC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Benson, NC, 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 Benson, NC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Benson, NC is $11.75 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 Benson, NC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Benson, NC. 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 Benson, NC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Benson, NC, 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 Benson, NC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Benson, NC, 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.