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I've gained experience from taking care of my mother for years while she battled dementia. I've became very passionate about the senior citizen community from working beside her. I want to extend my services to other elderly individuals.
Alvia can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, visiting physician, visiting nurse & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love caring for others and helping them to be as happy and as healthy as possible.
My experience includes a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I can use and maintain feeding tube, tracheostomy tube, IV's, respiratory equipment, suction equipment, physical therapy equipment and aids.
Theresa can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Theresa is caring, experienced and totally reliable. I recommend her highly without any reservations."
David S.
Helen P.
Trafford, PA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Promise: The Best Pet Care Services for Your Fur Kids and Your Peace of Mind
4.9
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for our family pets for over 35 years. I have often been called upon by friends to care for their pets while they travel or are working extended hours to care for their pets. I have found that many times, I've had the same need for exceptional pet care services and had nowhere to turn! I'm a single parent and...
Helen can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"I needed a person to care for my 2 cats and 1 dog during a recent surgery; both cats are 'special needs' in that they must be fed with supplements due to health conditions, and my dog is a recent rescue, so I was looking for someone that exhibited the right amount...
Ken K.
5.0
(5)
I would love to walk your dog! I've had pets my entire life and for the past year I've started caring for others in addition to my German Shepherd. I love all pets, young and old, big and small. I do walks, hikes, and even a play time at the park. If you have an active dog, I am the one for you! I take my dog to woods everyday...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Everything went smooth and great! Felt at peace while we were away."
Emmanuel M.
Alyssa P.
West Mifflin, PA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! Thank you for viewing my account!
I have 4years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Incompetence Care, Bathing/Dressing, Daily exercise PT/OT. Dementia/Alzheimer's care, meal preparation/feeding, housekeeping & companionship.
I am also CPR/BLS certified & fully vaccinated.
Alyssa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Alyssa took care of my 92-year-old father-in-law. She is loving and caring. I had the utmost confidence in her abilities to care for him. She is trustworthy, reliable and compassionate. Very attentive to his needs. The other caregivers loved working with her. They...
Keith K.
Latawsha T.
West Mifflin, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, responsible. CURRENTLY CPR Certified. Cert In Occupational Therapy And CNA .PT/As Needed
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
LOVING, RELIABLE, PATIENT ; 10 plus years of paid babysitting/nanny experience.(NON SMOKER) I have cared for children from newborn up. I am CPR certified. Certified in Occupational Therapy as my primary job. I have 15 plus years of healthcare experience as well I LOVE children. I enjoy taking my babes to the park, taking walks...
Latawsha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Latawsha is awesome! She is very caring
,loving and will do anything for anybody. She is definitely a hard worker, always on time and very friendly also easy to get along with and persons able. I have known Latawsha 11 plus years. She is just an all around good...
Alex F.
5.0
(1)
I am a ordained minister.. I just love our Father God.. it is a privilege to be able to take care of elderly and disabled people. that is my passion. I get to be our Lord's hands and feet.. I also have a trained professional service dog.. she is wonderful with any dementia clients that I have..
I'd describe my personality as...
Cathy can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cathy came into our lives like a true Angel. She was so wonderful and caring for my father and our whole family. We felt so lucky to have found her and she was amazing helping me and caring for my father. I would strongly recommend Cathy as she is truly amazing...
Margie E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about empowering individuals to achieve the highest level of independence & safety. I have experience helping w/mobility, wound management, & daily activities bathing/dressing. If needed, I can provide recommendations for adaptive equipment & fall prevention. I can assist you/your loved one w/exercises to improve...
Emily can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Emily is absolutely wonderful. We hired her full time (40 hours/wk) to care for my elderly mother with early stage dementia in my home and to clean the house. Unfortunately, my mother had a bad fall (not when Emily was here) and my mother had to move from my home...
Jill S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shania! I am 28 and have a BS is psychology from Allegheny College. Prior to this, I was a behavior specialist for adults with disabilities in a residential setting for two years, then have been a recovery/service coordinator on Allegheny county's Dual Diagnosis Treatment team for individuals with ID and acute...
5.0
"We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!"
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Mary M.
Turtle Creek, PA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Education, high school, associates degree Pitt . St Francis school of Nursing, CNA. . Caretaker of a elderly patient in her 80's, duties included supervision of medicines, daily, hygiene, exercise in and out of the home light housekeeping, errands, sometimes with or without the patient, I try to get my clients outside if...
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She was a great caregiver for my father he loved her knew what she was doing and just a caring personality "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Brittany. I am seeking a fun part time job with animals. I am dependable, honest, and loving. If you need services shoot me a message to discuss any further information! Have a great day! =)
5.0
"Professional, personable, and all around outstanding service! From cleaning to communicating, Brittany covered everything...excellent service provider!"
Stephanie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, compassionate and conscientious
I like caring for seniors because making a difference in someone's life everyday while having them share their stories and memories of a full life is very rewarding.
It feels great to help ease the physical and mental burdens associated with aging.
I...
Kamala can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kamala took care of my mom for 3 1/2 years (until the end) and was AMAZING. She was kind, loving, smart, intuitive and TRUSTWORTHY. My mom had alzheimer's and limited mobility. Kam was always one step ahead knowing what she needed or wanted and she was reliable!...
Barabra M.
Previous dog owner for over 18 years, can walk most dogs within reason. I am a smaller person and won't be able to walk large dogs such as mastiffs.
Cynthia can also help with: Pet walking
I'd describe my personality as patient, loyal, and humorous.
I like working with animals because they tend to not judge too harshly. Seeing them get excited everytime you walk through the door easily puts a smile on my face.
I've lived with various pets since I was a child. My father was a dog breeder (pitbulls), so being...
Plachette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I am a mature trustworthy person. I can help with your pet needs. Visits to your home for walks, meals, meds or staying for overnight needs. I can also keep pets at my home for boarding needs. Would be in my home with my family ( no cages or isolation) A Peace of Mind service.
Melynda can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I have experience in professional residential cleaning I have worked with maid on the spot and other cleaning service jobs !
Myla can also help with: Window washing, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
I love dog and cats I have my own trained professional service dog.. she is a yellow Labrador retriever she is my baby girl.. please try to get ahold of me through my caregiving application on this site that way we can talk directly
Cathy can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I paid my way through school by working at a daycare. When I graduated I realized how much I missed the kids and decided to start a career in pediatric physical therapy. I still do occasional babysitting on the side because I enjoy taking care of kids and teaching them so much. I love to make connections with new families.
Rachelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a caring occupational therapy assistant, have been working in home healthcare settings for over 13 years. Prior to home health, I've worked in hospital and skilled nursing facilities. I have also been a caregiver for a couple family members. I am able to provide assistance with self care, housekeeping, laundry, medication...
Dawn can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Although I have not cleaned houses professionally, I love to clean them. I would like to say I'm very good at cleaning, kitchens and living rooms are my specialty. I am always on time and can clean any time I am not in class. I can do all day services and mainly just looking for a side job to help get through college.
Brooke can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in East Pittsburgh, PA
Theresa W.
5.0
Theresa has been serving clients in her field for many years now and her dedication, knowledge, and skills reflect greatly in her work.
- Lester M.
Helen P.
5.0
I needed a person to care for my 2 cats and 1 dog during a recent surgery; both cats are 'special needs' in that they must be fed with supplements due to health conditions, and my dog is a recent rescue, so I was looking for someone that exhibited the right amount of caring and concern for these...
- Ken K.
Jennifer M.
5.0
I'm so glad I found Jennifer! My K. girl took an immediate liking to her and I couldn't be happier. My pup loved her walks with Jen and now is always so happy to see her. She even took incredible care of my two cats. It was so nice to see pictures of my little ones when I was away from home. If...
- Kelly H.
Alyssa P.
5.0
Alyssa took care of my 92-year-old father-in-law. She is loving and caring. I had the utmost confidence in her abilities to care for him. She is trustworthy, reliable and compassionate. Very attentive to his needs. The other caregivers loved working with her. They all made a great team. I would...
- Keith K.
Latawsha T.
5.0
Latawsha is awesome! She is very caring
,loving and will do anything for anybody. She is definitely a hard worker, always on time and very friendly also easy to get along with and persons able. I have known Latawsha 11 plus years. She is just an all around good person that loves to have a good...
- Alex F.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in East Pittsburgh, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in East Pittsburgh, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in East Pittsburgh, PA, 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 East Pittsburgh, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in East Pittsburgh, PA is $10.00 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 East Pittsburgh, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in East Pittsburgh, PA. 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 East Pittsburgh, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in East Pittsburgh, PA, 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 East Pittsburgh, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in East Pittsburgh, PA, 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.