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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 55 yrs old and have a passion for cleanliness. I pay attention to detail and take pride in doing my job the best it can be done. I go above and beyond to make sure my clients are happy and satisfied. I've cleaned my entire life as it gives me great pleasure. I'm animal and child friendly. I've always had pets and have 3...
Trina can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting & more
Hello!
I grew up in the Roanoke Valley and I am a graduate of Radford University where I obtained my bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy. I have 10+ years of experience working in various settings with children of all ages and abilities. Some of these settings include in-home, clinical settings, Montessori schools, a...
Emma M.
Salem, VA
$22-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm a recent graduate of James Madison University. I majored in Health Services Administration with a minor in business. I have nine years of experience in childcare. Additionally, I have four years of patient care experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in hospital and home health settings. I'm CPR certified and fully...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Lauren Y.
Blacksburg, VA
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am a graduate of Virginia Tech, set to begin graduate school for Occupational Therapy in August. I started working in childcare when I was 15 as a nighttime babysitter and enjoyed it so much I began working for the youth and family department at the Botetourt Family YMCA when I turned 16. I...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Morgan and I am a graduate student at Radford University for Occupational Therapy! I got my undergrad at Virginia Tech studying Human Development, Disability Studies, and Psychology! I am married, love to run, play guitar, and read in my free time. I taught a classroom of 3-4-year-olds at Orchard Hills Day School...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Payton. I am a human development major at Virginia Tech. I plan to work with children who experience trauma. I am currently interning for social services. I grew up in a huge italian family and am the oldest out of my cousins. I feel I took on the motherly role at a young age and have been babysitting since 8th grade....
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Hello! My name is Kelly and I would love to help care for furry friends. I have a degree in Child Development and Psychology and my most recent job was teaching ESL to adults and Spanish to children. I have 8 years experience working as a veterinary assistant and can administer any medication to dogs, cats, birds, and small...
Kelly can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kelly’s pet sitting services are amazing. Not only did she provide TLC to my dogs and cat while I was away, she also cared for my chickens! Because this was my first time away from all the animals in over a year, Kelly was able to keep in touch with me on the...
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm able to provide a variety of services for your pet(s)! I'm comfortable with dogs, cats, and smaller animals. I can come to your home to feed, let out, or walk your pet. I can also provide one-time or ongoing extended care. Please contact me for reliable, responsible, and loving care for your furry/feathered/scaly friends!
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Amy does an amazing job watching my dog Moose! He has a blast playing with her dog Sadie in their huge yard and he is always super tired from running around so much by the time I go to pick him up. She has been the best sitter Moose has had so far and he is always...
Nicholas C.
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of elderly care I under my belt. My services include, bathing, meal prep, transportation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and personal care. Experience with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
Teresa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Very good care for my mother. If available and if a need arises in the future, would hire again!"
Jeremy W.
4.0
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Hello! My name is Kelly and I would love to help care for all your loved ones. I have a degree in Child Development and Psychology and speak fluent Spanish as well as conversational French, Chinese, German, and Italian. My most recent job was teaching ESL to adults and Spanish to children. I lived in Spain and taught English to...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kelly quickly became our children’s favorite person. When we hired her our kids were 3, 4, and 6 and she managed to create a Spanish curriculum to teach all of them appropriately at the same time. She did a wonderful job of finding activities for them that were...
Care member
5.0
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I am a current Occupational Therapy graduate student at Radford University Carilion!
I have a number of years of experience caring for children, from working full time as a nanny for two young children this past summer, volunteering at my church's weekly Kids' Clubs for 5 years to teaching and overseeing a class of 2nd graders...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madeline is professional and mature. She interacts well with adults, but knows how to have fun and engage kids. My boys loved to play board games with her. She would also take them outside to get their energy out. She always arrived on time and with a pleasant...
Greta W.
5.0
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Able to provide caregiving services, housekeeping services, and errand services to you or a loved one. Available Monday-Friday from 8a-4p
Monique can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, dusting, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
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Schlomo J.
5.0
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Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through seven years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).
Provided assistance with daily grooming and bathing...
Jellisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a registered nurse and have been living in Pittsburgh, PA for over 7 years. My husband and I have recently relocated to Roanoke, VA where I plan to use my experience from hospital and elder care environments. My last year of employment has been in private duty nursing which I prefer, as I am able to provide complete...
Jitka can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, personal care & more
5.0
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I provided tutoring and after school care about 15 years ago when my children were in school. I also offered after school art classes for students who were in 4th-7th grades. My experience is working with kindergarten through seventh grade.
I believe in multi-modal educational experiences as this ensures any student the...
Mia R.
Christiansburg, VA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I would be happy to provide references and more information depending on what kind of service you're looking for :) Can help with errands.
Hello! I'm a caring, reliable, and trustworthy pet sitter. I'm an animal lover that grew up with cats, dogs, and turtles and I'm currently a dog dad to Henry, my 8-year-old hound mix. I offer a variety of services, including pet/house sitting*, long and short walks, hikes, park visits, litter/waste cleaning, and pet...
Zachary can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Get Reading and Math tutoring from a licensed teacher! I have my M. Ed. In Special Education and am currently teaching in an elementary school setting. I also have a strong background in various phonics methods and am familiar with elementary math concepts.!
I have training in Orton-Gillingham, Fountas and Pinnel and LETRs...
Allison I.
Roanoke, VA
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
CPR Certified. I have 3 years of experience with Senior Care, Transportation Services, and Home Care. Experienced with many different cultures and backgrounds. Willing to travel some. Mostly weekdays.
Allison can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
I have been caring for seniors, including those with dementia/alzheimers for almost a decade and enjoy being of service! It is important to me that clients and their families are met with joy, patience and respect at all times. Additional areas of experience include working with paralysis and stroke patients, cancer and other...
Meghan can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Elliston, VA
Kelly A.
5.0
Kelly’s pet sitting services are amazing. Not only did she provide TLC to my dogs and cat while I was away, she also cared for my chickens! Because this was my first time away from all the animals in over a year, Kelly was able to keep in touch with me on the status of everyone and send a daily...
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Amy S.
5.0
Amy does an amazing job watching my dog Moose! He has a blast playing with her dog Sadie in their huge yard and he is always super tired from running around so much by the time I go to pick him up. She has been the best sitter Moose has had so far and he is always exited go spend the day with Sadie!
- Nicholas C.
Teresa C.
5.0
I hired Teresa to help take care of my Mother in the evenings. Teresa was dependable, punctual and a delight for my Mother. My Mother loved the time she spent with Teresa. Teresa is a very caring person and continues to check on my Mother even after she moved to the nursing home. I would highly...
- Betty D.
Kelly A.
5.0
My daughter has been seeing Kelly for piano lessons since she was 4 years old and I have been told by many people, including music teachers that the skill she exhibits is amazing for one so young. Not only does she read music and understand theory with incredible skill but she LOVES playing and...
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Madeline B.
5.0
Madeline is professional and mature. She interacts well with adults, but knows how to have fun and engage kids. My boys loved to play board games with her. She would also take them outside to get their energy out. She always arrived on time and with a pleasant disposition. I highly recommend her!
- Greta W.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Elliston, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Elliston, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Elliston, VA, 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 Elliston, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Elliston, VA is $18.00 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 Elliston, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Elliston, VA. 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 Elliston, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Elliston, VA, 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 Elliston, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Elliston, VA, 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.