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Stacy H.
Bolton, CT
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Retired Nurse, Mother; Energized By God, Nature, Plants And Animals
I am a retired RN with over 8 years of experience in several settings including hospital, rehab, in-home visiting nursing, and schools. I officially retired from nursing in 2019 due to health reasons. My educational background and experience is somewhat diverse: Air Force mechanic veteran, disability claims processing, customer...
Stacy can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, personal care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
(4)
I was a cna for 15 years, I took care of a lady 6 1/2 years, as a live-in 5 days a week. Also for past 2 years I took care of a lady who had dementia, I have experience with, Alzheimer's, dementia, I also was a physical therapy aide. I love to do crafts, I have a very bubbly personality, love live theatre! Going to the beach....
Sandra can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Sandy in the Fall of 2021 when the burden of caring for my husband 24/7 became too heavy. I knew
she was heaven sent as soon as she started working for us. She showed compassion and patience for my
husband who was afflicted with dementia. Her experience...
Deborah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before I had my children. I have always loved children. I have worked in the public schools as a special education para. I have experience with special needs children and children of all ages from newborn to 12 years old. I have a degree in...
Kari can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over."
John B.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you have a loved one with MCI or Alzheimers, you probably need a Bredesen Experienced Caregiver.
I have experience with the Bredesen ReCode Protocol. I can aid your loved one in implementing the protocol.
The Bredesen Protocol is a strategy for reversing Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairment. The protocol was tested with an...
Lorie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"A very responsible and caring person"
Geoffrey R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a caring and compassionate mother of two grown children. I recently moved to Connecticut to be near my daughter. I have worked in customer service my entire life. I started cleaning homes in my teenage years, went on to do many other jobs as my life progressed. It is something I find very therapeutic. I love people...
5.0
"My parents have only good things to say about Kathy's housekeeping help. She is friendly, professional, easy to communicate with, and has been very responsible with Covid precautions."
Melissa H.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Kathy has recently been working PT with my mother. She is a delight to work with, and extremely reliable. In fact, she consistently exceeds the expectations by going above and beyond what is asked of her. Kathy has a way of picking up on what is required and going...
Merideth T.
Eudesia H.
East Hartford, CT
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
I feel qualified for this job, due to my experience working for 10 years in cleaning, Horizon Services Inc., with them to date. I perform all types of cleaning, in homes and offices. I have a small cleaning company, and I also have insurance.
Eudesia can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Very responsible, caring and respectful lady."
Liliam D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Do you need helping hands? Call me now! My name is Gosia. With many years of experience, I'm offering cleaning and organizing services. I clean weekly, bi-weekly , one a month or one-time. My service including deep cleaning, regular cleaning, move in move out, new construction, office. Call me for free estimate.
Gosia can also help with: Basement cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Great. Great. Great! Gosia is awesome and we would certainly recommend her services. Communication is great. She is always punctual. VERY thorough. My wife and I always comment on how excited we are that we hired her on the day that she comes to the house....
Brian C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
30 years of experience and dedication providing a wide variety of health aid services. Proven expertise providing geriatric care, as well as care to those with physical and mental disabilities. Care and personal references supplied upon request. I have clean background and motor vehicle history. Looking forward to hearing from...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Pamela is a knowledgeable, caring and compassionate caregiver.
She has helped my 89 yr old male relative recuperate from a three week hospital stay. Pamela is also flexible as far as work hours to fit his schedule."
Cathy R.
Marisol R.
East Hartford, CT
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Providing dog sitting service in my home. Over 8+ years of dog sitting. Have an established clientele, which can attest to my services. Your dog will be loved and taken well care of.
Marisol can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
Kyla K.
Marlborough, CT
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a mom of 3 girls who lives in Marlborough. I currently work in New Haven as an occupational therapy assistant for the past 2yrs. I am looking to impact, improve and help people who need assistance.
I am an organized and patient person. Cleaning is a form of therapy for me. As crazy as it may sound, I love entering a mess and working my magic. The results, the process, it's truly rewarding when everything is all done.
Bailey can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I am moving back to Connecticut from Florida and looking for a full time position. I have 10 years of experience working with children in daycare, preschool, elementary school, Montessori school and clinical/therapy settings. For the past 2 1/2 years I have worked as a Toddler Lead Guide at a Montessori School.
I started...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! My name is Heather! I'm 28 years old and have 12 years of experience babysitting and working with children. I recently graduated with a Masters in Special Education with a focus in ABA. I have previously worked in the school system and love working with children whether its helping them with school work, doing crafts, or...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am a current graduate student with a bachelor's in Health Sciences. I have 2 bundles of joys that I care for, 9 and 10-year-old girls. When need be I babysit 3 boys; 2, 3, and 5 years old. I am currently a service member where I provide direct education and care for kids. Throughout high school, I worked as a teacher's...
Kenia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I provide pet care and walking in your home. I absolutely adorable all animals and have many years of experience taking care of dogs, cats and bunnies and have also provided dog walking services. Please consider me to look after your precious furry friends when you are away!
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Nicole R.
Glastonbury, CT
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
My background is in psychology, and I have worked with both adults and children with various mental health challenges, as well as individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Most recently, I graduated from an occupational therapy assistant program. I am looking for part-time caregiving work through...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Kristalyn B.
East Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting services within your own home. The basics like feeding and walking is what I have experience with.
Kristalyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Melissa S.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$23-33/hr • 9 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Looking To Provide In Home Services
Hi! I'm Melissa and I am a certified special education teacher for preschool aged children. I've been a certified teacher for 9 years, and wouldn't want to do anything else! Through my career I've noticed that once Birth to Three services are no longer available due to a child aging out, families are left still needing in-home...
I would love to add a spark of joy to your loved ones day as a companion care professional. I provided companion care services for a 95-year-old gentleman and his senior dog Wriggly which involved Bathing, grocery shopping, bringing to doctors appointments, light cooking, cleaning around the home, walking the dog, and taking him...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Bolton, CT
Sandra S.
5.0
Sandra was a very outstanding sitter/aid I very much loved how she'd treated my children! She was very kind responsible and reliable .If I had an emergency somewhere she would take my kids for longer than normal, she would literally treat us like family and she did everything I expected her to do on...
- Tauna R.
Kari Z.
5.0
Very professional and courteous. Extremely well qualified, personable, warm and friendly. Exchanged several emails, arranged an interview and she arrived on time and was flexible and patient as our prior candidate interview ran over.
- John B.
Lorie W.
5.0
Lorie is caring, punctual, and empathetic. She followed our care plan for my mother with Alzheimers which included the Bredesen Protocol.
She oversaw my mom taking her blood sugar, ketone levels, and blood pressure. She made sure my mom took her medicines when required and that she had her lunch...
- Johnathan B.
Katheryn A.
5.0
My parents have only good things to say about Kathy's housekeeping help. She is friendly, professional, easy to communicate with, and has been very responsible with Covid precautions.
- Melissa H.
Katheryn A.
5.0
I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her compassionate nature, reliability,...
- Carola D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Bolton, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Bolton, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Bolton, CT, 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 Bolton, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Bolton, CT 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 Bolton, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Bolton, CT. 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 Bolton, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Bolton, CT, 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 Bolton, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Bolton, CT, 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.