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Hi! I have several years of child care services of all ages and can provide several references. I have an open schedule and can be available most times.
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
I will provide a variety of services based on meeting each individual clients needs. I do not mind any size animal and have worked on a farm before. No job to big or to small.
Alexandria can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with 20 years experience.
Provided one-on-one service to patients in a hospital facility.
Cared for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disability, those undergoing post-operative recovery and convalescents.
Took and recorded vital signs such as temperature, blood...
Ana can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
Experienced Caretaker with a background in customer service as a host at Longhorn, showcasing exceptional patience and a genuine love for children. I believe in the magical lens through which kids experience life, cherishing their unique perspective on the world's small and wondrous details. As a big sister to four siblings, I...
Kourah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Fatoumata S.
Damascus, MD
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced Caretaker With A Background In Customer Service As A Team Member At Panda Express.
As a big sister to three siblings myself, it is always a pleasure for me to take care of them whenever my mother is busy because I love to see them learn, play, and develop as a person. I also love to laugh and play with them whenever I have the chance to because I strongly think that it will create that great atmosphere they...
I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology and four years worth of experience providing excellent academic services to children, to include three years as a para-educator in the Montgomery County Public School System. I have helped numerous children with IEPs in a school setting in various school subjects to include English,...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...
Recent review:
5.0
Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor...
Lisa E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30-year-old attorney and am looking for some supplemental income as a regular or occasional weekend babysitter. I am an experienced babysitter and tutor. I have worked as a summer camp program director for the Rose Hill Manor Children's Museum, a tutor in three DC area schools, and a program associate with the Boys...
Alison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She is AMAZING!!! My kids absolutely loved her, she was always doing crafts with them & had themed days, such as Harry Potter Day, Pokemon Day, Dinosaur day. Would take them outside and she would let them play in the kiddie pool we had and she would make things...
Ariel R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Growing up, I helped care for my two younger brothers and grandma. In high school, I worked as a Ropes Course and Archery Instructor at a summer camp that I have maintained relationship with and continue supporting with one-time annual services. In college, I tutored Math, Chemistry, and (unofficially) English, babysat,...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Gabrielle is the best! Everything we were looking for and a whole lot more--on time, engaging, and goes above and beyond! Our 4 year old grandson can be very difficult and she distracted and redirected him like a pro. Gabrielle is the first person we call for...
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Octavia, I've just moved back to Maryland after spending the last 5 months on an epic hike across the country from the Mexican border to Canadian border on the Pacific Crest Trail. Before hiking I lived in Bend for just a year and a half working in wilderness therapy. I am a 28 y/o from Maryland, I graduated from...
Octavia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
4.0
We hired Ovtavia to take care of our 7 week old while we were on vacation in Bend. This was the first time we had ever left our daughter with anyone other than a grandparent - it went great! As a nervous first time mom, Octavia calmed any nerves that I had once...
Andrea F.
Maria G.
Montgomery Village, MD
$20-34/hr • 2 yrs exp
Excellent Care Giver With Great Patience And Energy
5.0
(2)
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I have worked with numerous clients, and always put their needs first and above everything. I am bilingual and willing to flex my schedule with no hesitation. I worked as a registered nurse right out of college in my hometown in El Salvador...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
5.0
Maria is the best! She genuinely cares for the people she cares for and is able to take initiative and complete her responsibilities with the utmost care and love.
Luis C.
Kimberly A.
Woodbine, MD
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience as an RN. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning, pet sitting, just about anything....
Kimberly can also help with: Companionship, errands, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Recent review:
5.0
I had Kim over in the late afternoon early evening to help with dinner and things around the house. Kim was always 15 minutes early, never late. Kim was a joy to have around the 4-5 times I had her come over. I would highly recommend Kim.
Graham H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother to four children: three grown and one older teenager. In addition, for many years, I operated a family home daycare in Montgomery County and was an assistant preschool teacher for a year before returning to school. I am experienced with a wide variety of ages and temperments. I guide children with a loving attitude...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Easy to work with and a good communicator. My toddler warmed up to her right away and she was great with the baby too.
Mabilia R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear family,
My name is Tatiane. I am detail-oriented, trustworthy, organized housecleaner.
I'm an expert in cleaning bathrooms, rooms, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning kitchen, and general cleaning.
I have my own supplies and vehicle.
I take pride at my work and I go above and beyond to deliver an outstanding cleaning...
Tatiane can also help with: Dusting, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
Tatiane is awesome! She is trustworthy and diligent.
David W.
Linda I.
Montgomery Village, MD
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Assistant Available For Care Taking, Companionship, Help With ADLs/IADLs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am caring, respectful, and passionate about working with all ages, from young children to elderly individuals.
I am a COTA (certified occupational therapy assistant) and work in a skilled nursing facility M-F. I am available weekends (and possibly some weekday evenings) and am able to help with ADLs, transfers, errands,...
Linda can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Recent review:
5.0
Really helpful. Willing to learn how to take care of complicated medical issues. Hoping she will continue. Break was only due to patients hospitalization
John W.
Elizabeth K.
Gaithersburg, MD
$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
College Student, Looking For Seasonal/summer Employment
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always liked kids and have been told by other people that I'm very good with younger kids. when I was in middle school would occasionally babysit my neighbor's son, who about 8 or 9 years old, for few hours after school. During the summer between my freshman and sophomore years of high school I went on a service trip to...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Elizabeth is absolutely terrific. She sat our kids every afternoon during the summer, and we could not have asked for more. She was incredibly reliable, punctual, flexible, and was disciplined about making a healthy snack for the kids each day and keeping them on...
Kris K.
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: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
(1)
As an applied Behavior Analysis is a systematic, individualized approach to help individuals with developmental and learning disabilities. Since children with autism have difficulty interacting with others, they often miss out on learning from the world around them the way that other children do.
So with my knowledge on ABA...
Recent review:
5.0
She is a thoughtful, very duty conscious person who takes responsibility very seriously. Linda is easy to work with, cooperative, and is a good team member. I will hire her again anytime!
Ernest N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently do not have any experience in senior care, however, I am very interested in gaining more experience in caring for the elderly. I enjoy hearing listening to them talk about their life experiences and believe there is a great need for senior care and very few people willing to help them in their daily lives. I hope to...
Riley can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, dementia
Recent review:
5.0
Riley is very attentive and kind. She follows directions well and wants to excel at whatever she does. She has worked with my mother as a companion, and now following a stroke provides part time dependent care for her.
Wendy K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 12 years of experience with patients with Dementia and other chronic diseases. I can help with transportation services, errands, home care, and light housekeeping. I am trustworthy, reliable, and passionate about promoting health and well being for the elderly and sick population. I provide excellent personal...
Yadira can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Recent reviews:
5.0
Yadira pays attention to details. She asks great and appropriate questions to make sure she understands the needs of the patient and the patient's family. She is kind and considerate. She is proactive and takes her job seriously. She is trustworthy. Yadira is...
Pam A.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Damascus, MD
Victor M.
5.0
Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor had compassion for our situation...
- Lisa E.
Alison V.
5.0
She is AMAZING!!! My kids absolutely loved her, she was always doing crafts with them & had themed days, such as Harry Potter Day, Pokemon Day, Dinosaur day. Would take them outside and she would let them play in the kiddie pool we had and she would make things that they could play with in the water...
- Ariel R.
Gabrielle B.
5.0
Gabrielle is the best! Everything we were looking for and a whole lot more--on time, engaging, and goes above and beyond! Our 4 year old grandson can be very difficult and she distracted and redirected him like a pro. Gabrielle is the first person we call for babysitting.
- Care member
Octavia S.
4.0
We hired Ovtavia to take care of our 7 week old while we were on vacation in Bend. This was the first time we had ever left our daughter with anyone other than a grandparent - it went great! As a nervous first time mom, Octavia calmed any nerves that I had once she arrived. Her calm attitude put me...
- Andrea F.
Maria G.
5.0
Maria is the best! She genuinely cares for the people she cares for and is able to take initiative and complete her responsibilities with the utmost care and love.
- Luis C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Damascus, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Damascus, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Damascus, 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 Damascus, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Damascus, MD is $16.33 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 Damascus, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Damascus, 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 Damascus, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Damascus, 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 Damascus, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Damascus, 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.