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For over a year I volunteered at an adult day program for people with Alzheimer's and dementia. A team of volunteered worked with these clients from 9:30am-3:00 p.m. helping to provide two meals, engage in art therapy and various craft projects as well as singing and dancing, and games.
Caitlin can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a local mom with years of housecleaning experience. I paid my way through college mostly with cleaning jobs, first through a company and then I branched out on my own. For the past 17 years I've been raising my 5 children and when they all reached school age I decided to use my time to start building up a client base again....
Erica can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Good hard-working trustworthy punctual pleasant house cleaner!! Always feel wonderful coming home after work after she's been at the house cleaning!!"
Jessica W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Michael and I provide full service cleaning to suit your needs. I have several long term clients and I currently service an rental house in the area. In addition, I am an experienced handyman and I am happy to assist with all of your small jobs that need doing. Please send me an email and I will respond within 24...
Michael can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing & more
5.0
"We hired Michael to clean and turnover our vacation rental while on vacation, and he was willing to come out to see the home prior to being hired, was very friendly and professional, and did a wonderful job with the attention to detail a vacation rental requires!...
Bethany P.
Taylor H.
Southfield, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter, Pet Sitter, House Cleaner, And Chef Available
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Taylor. I am a 34-year-old female living in Southfield, MA. I recently relocated from Whitefish, MT; spending part of the season on the east coast. I graduated from college in Colorado with a degree in Spanish and Business, and have spent the last decade traveling around the world. Previously working as a...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is such a gem!!!
She is loving, she is creative and truly connects with your child."
krystal J.
Greetings! I offer a wide variety of services from pet sitting(cats, dogs, chickens, horses), house sitting/checks, mail pick up, water the plants and/or the garden, let the plumber in if you cant, set up for a weekend visit, grocery shopping, doctor runs, dinner party prep/clean up. I have over 10 years of experience cleaning...
Seasoned caregiver working with people of all ages. It's my passion to help others and share positivity in all aspects of life. Experienced in working with children of all abilities. Trained in special needs and one on one behavioral care needs. Creative background with art therapy approaches. Patient and graceful care provided...
Talia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
I have worked in the customer service and hospitality industry for the last 18 years. A portion of my career has been spent as a freelance yacht stewardess, this requires the highest demand for attention to detail, organization, product knowledge, and material/fabric maintenance. Since moving from the east coast to Montana, I...
Taylor can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Charlotte T.
Lakeville, CT
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an 18-year-old high school graduate living in Lakeville, CT. I have a younger sister (4-year age gap) who I have been watching and babysitting for years. Additionally, I babysat for three boys ages 7, 9, and 12 last summer; we spent a lot of time at the Grove. I babysat for a close family friend with four children for the...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Diane K.
Torrington, CT
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitting, Equine Care, Equine Sports Massage, House Sitting, Elderly Care, Babysitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Pet care services- Pet Care Services include pet chauffeur, dog walker, pet sitter, house and farm sitter, recently Equine Sports and K-9 massage. I have years of experience handling dogs, cats and horses. I was in the cat rescue business. It happened purely by accident, and I have handled numerous expectant mama cats and their...
Diane can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We have been really satisfied with Diane K. She loves animals very much and our pets like her a lot. She is educated, friendly and has a real knack for pet care and problem solving. We feel completely confident and comfortable having her in our home while we are...
Nikki W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a certified senior caregiver for 20 years. I have experience working with patients that have dementia, Alzheimer's, needed home dialysis, & hospice care. The services I provide are assistance cooking, light housekeeping, dressing, bathing, going to doctor appointments, grocery shopping, going for outings, physical...
Oksana can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Oksana is very knowledgeable, caring, supportive, and she got my Mom back in good health."
Carl T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in business for 10+ years. I'm trustworthy, focus oriented, and I understand that every home is different but I will take my time to listen to what you have to say and I will work with you to make sure you are 100% happy with my work.
I know having a stranger come into your house can be scary but I'm more than happy...
Diana can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Diana was excellent to communicate, she executed the cleaning well and was very organized and efficient.
Highly recommended. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Marivalda
Multifaceted Customer Service/Patient Care Professional
Diligent professional with a proven record of excellence in delivering compassionate patient care in the home/hospital setting and exceptional customer service in the retail arena; exemplary interpersonal and communication abilities; impeccable work ethic;...
Marivalda can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, visiting physician, home modification
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very professional, an excellent caregiver and very personable. Marivalda took care of my elderly mother and disabled sister. I recommend Marivalda highly. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Worked for QSAC (Quality Services for the Autism Community) as a Teacher's Aide. I am certified in ABA (applied behavior analysis). I had worked there for 4 years.
Dependable and dedicated Childcare Provider with 15 years of experience in schools and babysitting. Flexible and adaptable with some knowledge of child development....
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently employed at Columbia Memorial hospital as a housekeeper and have been here for 15 years now. I love to clean!!!! I take a lot of pride in my work and I'm very thorough and detail oriented. I'm enthusiastic about what I do, trustworthy, honest, reliable and dependable! I specialize in residential, commercial,...
Angel can also help with: Basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Angel is deserving of her name! She is an angel. Kind, respectful, hardworking, loving, and patient -- a truly remarkable woman. We enlisted her help to support elderly parents in their home with weekend cooking, cleaning and caretaking of Mom. Within a few weeks,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I would like to take a moment to tell you a little about myself. I am a mother to two daughters. I love seeing them become independent caring individuals; I feel that is the goal as parents.
I have a degree in Psychology, a minor in Music Therapy, I am a certified Recreation Therapist, and certified Special Education...
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen was amazing with my two children (5 and 3). She was patient and caring and the kids loved her."
Faith A.
Nicole L.
Pine Plains, NY
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've grown up with multiple dogs, and have been dog sitting/ walking for 5+ years. I have experience caring for cats as well. I am currently a student finishing my last semester of fieldwork for Occupational Therapy. I am on a school schedule so I am available after 3:30 Monday - Fridays and All day on weekends outside of my...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 9 cats and 3 dogs of my own that I have taken care of for 13+ years. I also am a certified animal therapy team with one of my pet cats and love it! I was in the vet program at my high school which allowed me to work with big and small animals on a regular basis and learn all about them.
Alexa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Tammy R.
Torrington, CT
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm an individual who doesn't focus on if my glass is half full or half empty, but rather just incredibly grateful to have a glass!! Licensed mental health first responder, behavior therapist with 8 years in the school system, avid arts and crafter and cheerleader of all things! Nature lover, music enthusiast and dog mom who...
Tammy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! My name is Carly and I'm a jack of all trades. I've had experience with babysitting - have worked in homes, daycare centers, afterschool programs, and volunteered for Connecticut Children's Hospital. I am first aid and CPR certified. I am respectful of every home I enter, whether it be for cleaning services, dog sitting,...
Carly can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Nicole L.
Pine Plains, NY
$15-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages since I was 14! I will be getting my Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy in December and hope to work in a pediatric setting. I'm in fieldwork right now at a school so I am available for after school hours and weekends(: please reach out if you have any questions !
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Canaan, CT
Erica M.
5.0
Excellent and extremely reliable. Would highly recommend. She did a wonderful job on our house!
- Tim O.
Michael M.
5.0
We hired Michael to clean and turnover our vacation rental while on vacation, and he was willing to come out to see the home prior to being hired, was very friendly and professional, and did a wonderful job with the attention to detail a vacation rental requires! We will definitely be hiring Michael...
- Bethany P.
Taylor H.
5.0
Taylor is such a gem!!!
She is loving, she is creative and truly connects with your child.
- krystal J.
Diane K.
5.0
Diane has taken care of my multiple cat household on several occasions and gave them the care and attention and love that I would have given them myself. Always willing to stay at my house and house sit for me too ! She goes above and beyond what I ask of her and is undaunted by my monsters inc.!!...
- Caroline N.
Oksana D.
5.0
Oksana is very knowledgeable, caring, supportive, and she got my Mom back in good health.
- Carl T.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Canaan, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Canaan, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Canaan, 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 Canaan, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Canaan, CT is $30.00 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 Canaan, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Canaan, 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 Canaan, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Canaan, 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 Canaan, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Canaan, 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.