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Margaret C.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Margaret, though I usually go by Maggie. I have 5 years of experience with multiple families, along with my nieces and nephews. I can help with anything necessary (i. e. travel, errands, tutoring, etc.). I love kids and enjoy having fun with them, as well as helping them with their schoolwork. I am a college...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie is super sweet and kind! My daughter loves her and had such a great time with her. I would have her over my home again in a heart beat! Wonderful person and great with kids!"
Jennifer T.
Emma C.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$22-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a senior at Connecticut College. I am graduating in May and moving back to Cape Elizabeth, Maine! I have been a summer camp counselor and babysitter for 6 years, and I absolutely love working with kids! I am working at Cape Elizabeth Community Services Summer Rec Camp this summer and I am available on weekends, or...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is intelligent, active, responsible, reliable, trustworthy and can handle kid behaviors calmly and competently. And she has a great sense of humor. We love her and hope she returns to our area!!!! My kids are very particular and both love Emma ❤️🌟❤️. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am local to Portland, I have a small cleaning business and am taking on new clients in the greater Portland and surrounding areas. Reasonable prices without sacrificing quality work. My attention to the fine details makes my service superior to other big business cleaning companies. I would love your business and look...
Jennie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, window washing
5.0
"I have used Jennie for rental turnovers, for apartment clean outs, and for my own house. She and her people have always been thorough and extremely professional, show up on time, and reasonably priced. As long as she is doing this, I wouldn't consider anybody else,...
David S.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Shauwna. I am looking for a senior caregiver position in Maine. I am committed to being a qualified, disciplined person. I have my own transportation!
Service Abilities:
I will take care of personal care, simple dressing, and respite work. Meal prep, errands as well as housekeeping, help care for pets and also...
Shauwna can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shauwna is an excellent caregiver. She does a perfect job bathing, bathrooming, medicating, and caring. Of the ten or more caregivers who helped me take care of Dad, Shauwna was the absolute best."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Turning up at work and shining on the daily... fueled by positive energy and scrubbing toilets like my life depends on it! The onset of the pandemic has allowed me to keep my house cleaned and organized. I enjoy wiping the dirt and finding a place for everything. I understand how important it is to spend time with family,...
Rabiah can also help with: Changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Rabiah is fantastic to work with! She is very transparent, communicative, and does a fantastic job with house cleaning. Highly recommend!"
Kathryn S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in home management services for over 30 years now. I am comfortable dealing with large homes to small condos, making sure to be careful with details you request and your priorities first. I can make my own natural cleaning supplies or use what you already have. Besides what is listed and checked in my job...
Venita can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Venita has been working for us for a year and a half and we're so grateful to have her! She's very detail oriented, extremely thorough, respectful of your needs and always willing to do more. We couldn't ask for more from her and highly recommend her!"
Julie M.
Merril A.
Portland, ME
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Home Health Care Registered Nurse; Big Smile & Holistic Approach
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Combined 25 yrs registered nurse, chaplain specializing in home health, geriatrics, dementia/alzheimer's, chronic health issues, home care, assisted living, transportation, food planning, errands, cooking, respite, mvmnt/exercise support, organizing medication routine, emotional & spiritual support, elder depression, fear, mood...
Merril can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
5.0
"My dad lived with Parkinson's & dementia, he was difficult and hostile at moments. Merril handled him w/perfection, humor and lots of successful moments. She helped him with all his personal and emotional needs. Here ability to be flexible with his needs was...
Elaine I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working both with live-in and live-out nanny positions, as well as private and public school settings. These positions I have worked with a variety of children and individuals with diverse learning, emotional and attention needs.
My joy in interacting with people and engaging in positive life experiences...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda has exceptional people skills, is dependable and reliable and has been a loving presence for my two boys."
Helen H.
Summer W.
Phippsburg, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Owner/Operator Of Small Residential Housecleaning Business In The Midcoast Area
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi There,
My name is Summer. I am a mature woman, married and an empty Nester living in Phippsburg. My house cleaning clients presently span the areas between Edgecomb and Yarmouth.
I first started my housecleaning business about 7 years ago. I began with just a few names passed on to me by a woman leaving the state for warmer...
Summer can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Occupational Therapist with 10 years experience working in an acute physical rehabilitation hospital. I can assist with anything from functional exercise to bathing and dressing, healthy meal prep to good conversation. I am here for comfort and care, or helping you accomplish meaningful tasks by your side while ensuring...
Torie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Torie has wonderful skills: she's an Occupational Therapist, extremely kind, organized, personable. We feel very lucky that we found her!"
Maryjo M.
Skilled and dependable local who would love to care for your pets! I offer drop in services that include dog walking, and overnight care in your home. Please contact me for specific rates and details! I carry a pet care insurance plan!
Holly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Taylor S.
Lewiston, ME
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Taylor and I have over two years of experience caring for the elderly in skilled nursing (therapy), long-term nursing care, and in-home care. Thank you for your time!
Taylor
Taylor can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I take pride in providing high-quality cleaning services to my clients. Although I currently rely on clients to provide the necessary cleaning products and equipment, I aim to eventually offer these supplies myself once I can cover the costs. Until then, I focus on delivering exceptional service in areas such as organization,...
Gabrielle can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
Katrina R.
Portland, ME
$22-27/hr
Passionate responsible and energetic elementary teacher offering part-time tutoring services for the summer!
Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and empathetic person who has approximately four years of working with seniors. I graduated from the University of Vermont in 2020 where I majored in Human Development and Family Studies. Throughout college I volunteered at a nursing home where I ran Friday afternoon bingo, played card games with...
Alex can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, specialized care, companionship, personal care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a registered/licensed occupational therapist and a certified massage therapist with a huge passion for aging in place. I have much experience in rehab so I've worked with people with an array of cognitive and physical deficits. My philosophy is to work with the whole person to maximize independence and help maintain function...
Darcy can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been in the housekeeping industry for five years now. I am currently the General Manager of a cleaning business in Freeport, ME. Looking to clean on nights and weekends for extra money. Experience with maid services such as laundry, dishes, organization and general housekeeping. Can provide commercial grade vacuums....
Taylor can also help with: Organization, window washing, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
- Only currently available for date night/weekend/one time services -
Hi there! My name is Corinne! I am in the Westbrook/Portland ME area. I currently work for SMHC as an inpatient behavioral therapist. I graduated from Lesley University with my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Music Therapy. I have...
Corinne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very easy to communicate with, showed up on time and was super sweet with our 20 month old son. This was our first time using care.com for an out of town wedding and we felt very safe with Corrine. She even sent updates throughout the evening. Would 100% have her...
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Izzy. I am a fun-loving childcare provider and a native Mainer. I have ample experience caring for little ones, and love to do so!
I have been babysitting ever since I could remember, as I have two younger siblings, and a handful of families I have babysat for over the years. I have been a summer camp counselor,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Georgia N.
Windham, ME
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, thoughtful, and patient
I like working with kids because it is so rewarding. I love to see them learn and grow as individual and watch their personalities shine.
I'm looking for a job that I can help nurture and support young people in a safe environment.
I started working with kids...
Georgia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Freeport, ME
Margaret C.
5.0
Maggie was wonderful! Very calm and easy going, patient, positive and a joyful disposition. My kids had a blast with her. Though it was for "babysitting" my kids viewed it as a treat because they enjoyed their time with her so much. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Emma C.
5.0
My kids had a great time with Emma. They are now asking when we'll be going out again so Emma can come back and watch them. I felt very comfortable with her and would definitely have her back again.
- Morgan N.
Jennie N.
5.0
Jennie has a very strong work ethic, sets and meets high standards for her work. She always arrives with a smile, is thoughtful, careful, attentive to details, and shows overall excellence in every aspect of housekeeping. I trust her to care for my most precious possessions and keep our home clean...
- Mary E.
Shauwna C.
5.0
We hired Shawna for our mom after hip surgery. Shawna is an excellent caregiver and companion for our mom. She keeps a daily log of what they do together and mom considers her to be a friend which makes us very happy.
- Betty Jo B.
Rabiah B.
5.0
Rabiah is fantastic to work with! She is very transparent, communicative, and does a fantastic job with house cleaning. Highly recommend!
- Kathryn S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Freeport, ME
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Freeport, ME?
To find a therapy dog near you in Freeport, ME, 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 Freeport, ME?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Freeport, ME is $35.00 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 Freeport, ME?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Freeport, ME. 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 Freeport, ME receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Freeport, ME, 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 Freeport, ME help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Freeport, ME, 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.