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I'm an experience house keeper looking for a part time job assisting families, ideally once a week and during summer breaks. During my college years, my occupation was cleaning homes, working at a dry cleaner and babysitting children birth to age 12. I have 10 years of experience working in cleaning floors, washing dishes,...
Velisa can also help with: General room cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, refrigerator cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Hello,
I have 20 years of housecleaning experience, running my own company. I also have a de-cluttering service. For housecleaning, I charge per job, generally between $75-$150. For de-cluttering, I charge by the hour from $50-$100, depending on the project. I have a 3-hour minimum for de-cluttering. I am happy to help you.
Mary
Mary can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I have an experience in senior care related services and I am a very reliable and responsible man . I love to care for people who needs assistance of any kind .
I'd describe my personality as
Responsible
Reliable
Trusted
I like caring for seniors because I just have the love to be around them and I grew up on a large...
Eugine can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
I would love the opportunity to bring my passion for animal care and my extensive experience working with pets to your family as a pet sitter. My background includes caring for dogs my entire life, as well as having birds, fish, and gerbils. Additionally, I have experience training service dogs to work with people with...
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Bailey F.
Madison, WI
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative, Energetic, And Entertaining Sitter Who Is Ready To Have Fun.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun, caring, creative, and patient 27-year-old occupational therapy practitioner who who previously worked full-time time providing occupational therapy services to children with autism. I currently work with adults at a hospital, so I am really missing that interaction with kiddos. I am available evenings or...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey babysat for our two young children (infant and 3 year old) for over a year and was FABULOUS! She was very responsive anytime we had reached out to ask for her services and prompt to arrive. It was comforting knowing she had professional experience working...
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Susanne O.
Madison, WI
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Semi-retired Physical Therapist To Create Or Continue Exercise And Functional Activities
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have just completed 10 years with the VA as a physical therapist, retired from there, and want to continue working with seniors in the home or community setting. I have a valid Wisconsin PT license and current CPR certification. My specialty is fall prevention, including home evaluation, and adaptive equipment. I like working...
Susanne can also help with: Transportation, errands, specialized care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"I am really looking forward to working with Susanne. "
Kathryn S.
Carmela M.
Madison, WI
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Engaging Caregiver- Certified Dementia Practitioner, Dementia Communication Specialist And Chaplain
5.0
(1)
My work with seniors is not a job, it is a calling. With 30 plus years of experience in nursing homes and seniors, I am equipped to engage people with dementia and people at end of life. I have training in pastoral counseling, Alzheimer's and recreational therapy. If you are looking for respite or someone to come and 'engage'...
Carmela can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Carmela is a compassionate person always available with an open ear. She is personable, and resourceful, always helping others around her. She has a hunger to assist others in achieving their success. "
Darcy L.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with littles for over 10 years now, primarily with infants, toddlers, and premature babies but also as a Field Guide , as a violin teacher, an ACT tutor, and a theater camp counselor. I take a Montessori-modeled approach, letting the child's natural curiosity guide our daily activities. I integrate time in nature...
Indigo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Indigo is so open and loving, she makes grown ups and kids feel immediately at ease. We appreciated her love of nature and music and her willingness to share those joys with us. Indigo is a creative problem-solver and worked tirelessly to help solve our kiddo's...
Christine M.
Lindsey M.
Cross Plains, WI
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay-at-home-mom (School Counselor) Providing Childcare
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a School Counselor of 8 years, now stay-at-home-mom for my infant (and 9&10y/o). I have a clear passion for children. I have worked with 4K-12 kids in school counseling.
I specialize in trauma-informed care, cognitive behavior therapy (using "think sheets" to change behavior), and reaching kids with special needs. I am...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsey was awesome to work with - flexible, dependable, communicative, and provided updates. I 100% would hire her again!"
Shoshanna D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in Special Education for nearly 4 years now and am currently working towards a bachelor's degree in the field. I currently work for Pioneer Center for Human Services in the children and adult group homes for individuals with autism and have been doing so for almost 3 years. I have volunteer experience with several...
Bonnie C.
Madison, WI
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Currently Employed, Only Open To Babysitting At This Time.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-Red Cross Adult Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED trained
-Previously certified in training classes with the Wisconsin Childcare Registry
-Child psychology & education courses through the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
-Worked for the licensed & accredited UWM Children's Learning Center: focus on newborns-18 months
-Nannied...
Bonnie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I honestly can not recommend Miss Bonnie enough! She is amazing and has been part of our families lives for almost 10 years. Her training and experience are absolutely top notch and outstanding. She is mature, professional and very intuitive to children's needs and...
Natalie M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently, I am finishing my Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders and Deaf Education, with a minor in American Sign Language. Previously, I nannied for twin boys for 3 years, a nanny share with two little girls for about 1. 5 years, and various other more short-term nanny positions. I worked in a clinic for children with...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is great with children! She is fun and loving and very patient. She is also great at finding regulating activities for children. My girls loved being around her."
Clara T.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Gabby and I am offering child care, senior care, and household services.
I absolutely love being a babysitter and I have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins) since I was 12 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, and even sports lessons. I...
Gabby can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby was amazing and my three children adored her! We were traveling and needed a sitter for a family wedding (two nights) and Gabby was the perfect fit. She video chatted with our family beforehand to make sure the kids were comfortable with her.
On the day,...
Wendy B.
Bailey F.
Madison, WI
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Caring for others has always been my motivation, desire and dream. I graduated from school in 2019 to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant I work with the individual and focus on meaningful tasks and ways to increase their ability to complete those tasks with or without assistance or...
Graduate 2015 at UW- Madison in Rehabilitation psychology. Specialize in individuals with disabilities. Studies and educational placement in counseling, early education, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.
Tutor with over 20 years experience.
Dependable and reliable
Hope I'm everything you're looking for and more.
Katherine B.
Madison, WI
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Recent graduate seeking after-school care jobs, or dog-walking jobs on a more flexible basis. I have experience in customer service as well as experience with children in an educational environment.
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Katie S.
Madison, WI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide any pet service in your home. I volunteer at two animal societies, so I am experienced with how to handle dogs, small animals and cats properly. I have gone through a small critter care class, a dog walking and care class, and a cat cuddling and care class at my home shelter, so I am comfortable handling most animals....
Katie can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Shelby T.
Madison, WI
$17-22/hr
Although I have little paid cleaning experience, I have a deep joy for cleaning my family members spaces. My parents joke that I clean their house now more than I did when I live there. I often clean my sisters house when she needs help as she is a mom with 3 dogs.
I am familiar with non-toxic cleaning products such as Norwex,...
Shelby can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning
My name is Natalie, and I'm graduating from UW-Madison this May with a degree in nursing! I'm looking for summer pet sitting jobs to pursue before I begin working as a nurse at UW-Health in the fall. I grew up with a dog, cat, and bunnies including getting one of my bunnies therapy animal certified. I have lots of experience pet...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah G.
Madison, WI
$19/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Sarah! I graduated from UW La crosse in 2021 with a bachelors degree in recreational therapy (play therapy). I have been working as a behavioral therapist for kids with autism since! I moved to the madison area mid August to get my masters in special education at UW. I have many years of experience babysitting and...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in DeForest, WI
Bailey F.
5.0
Bailey babysat for our two young children (infant and 3 year old) for over a year and was FABULOUS! She was very responsive anytime we had reached out to ask for her services and prompt to arrive. It was comforting knowing she had professional experience working with kids and it very clearly showed...
- Care member
Susanne O.
4.0
I am really looking forward to working with Susanne.
- Kathryn S.
Carmela M.
5.0
Carmela is a compassionate person always available with an open ear. She is personable, and resourceful, always helping others around her. She has a hunger to assist others in achieving their success.
- Darcy L.
Indigo E.
4.0
She communicated with our family really well. She was able to follow our regular routine with our family. We really enjoyed our time with her.
- Lisa H.
Lindsey M.
5.0
Lindsey was awesome to work with - flexible, dependable, communicative, and provided updates. I 100% would hire her again!
- Shoshanna D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in DeForest, WI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in DeForest, WI?
To find a therapy dog near you in DeForest, WI, 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 DeForest, WI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in DeForest, WI is $13.00 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 DeForest, WI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in DeForest, WI. 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 DeForest, WI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in DeForest, WI, 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 DeForest, WI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in DeForest, WI, 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.