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I have been a caregiver for 11 years. My experience includes Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, COPD, congestive heart failure (CHF), fall risk, hospice, and clients that just need help around the house. I care for my clients as if they were my own parents. I'm kind, compassionate, and caring. My services include...
Pat can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a pediatric nurse with over 30 years of experience working with children that have learning disabilities, behavioral challenges and medically fragile. I have feeding therapy training along with ABA experience. Please feel free to contact me for references and any questions you might have. I am relocating to Maryland in...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Helen is great! I needed help with my girls while my husband was out of town and she was the best, on time and both my girls loved her!"
Michelle R.
Jessica D.
Earleville, MD
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I can help you with your daily errands. If you need help transporting your pets to their appointments or picking up groceries or even a ride to an appointment I can be at your service
Hi there! My name is Hannah and I am 21 years old. I have one dog of my own and two cats. I love all animals and hope I can be of service to you! Feel free to message me if you are interested.
I have over 10 years of experience in housekeeping/nanny positions. I love kids and am truly passionate about helping others. I have extensive experience in housekeeping duties and would love the opportunity to use my skills to help with your housekeeping needs.
Stacey can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student majoring in Social Work. I have many years of experience providing housekeeping services.
I took a few years off of work to raise a family. I began providing services again last year to pay for my schooling.
I provide thorough and excellent cleaning services. I am dependable and flexible with...
Kristin can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"I have had Kristin cleaning my house for several months now. She has been consistent and flexible. She recommends areas needing attention and will spend extra time on areas I ask. When I come home, I know it has been cleaned."
Colleen B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello All!
My name is Ms. B. I am a teacher who specializes in Early Childhood Education (PreK-4) with additional experience teaching middle schoolers, grades 5th-8th. For 7 years I have had the pleasure to teach in a classroom and instruct children who had IEPs. Within those 3 years I have served as both a teacher and tutor. In...
5.0
"She has been teaching my three children throughout the pandemic on zoom. Ashley's amazing to work full time with two children of her own and still make time twice a week for two hours to teach my kids. I don't want to praise her because she might get too popular...
Jay V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 14 years of experience working with children of all abilities. I have spent the last 9 years working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). Over the last 10 years, I have been working with children from 16 months to 11 years of age diagnosed with ASD (verbal and nonverbal) in the school...
5.0
"She is very caring a nurturing to my children. Shadlyn has always gone above and beyond to assist me with anything I needed."
Octavia W.
Nicole S.
Middletown, DE
$10-25/hr
5.0
(6)
Loving mommy of 5 amazing children age range from 22 to 1 years old. Looking for a career change to have more flexibility for family life. Inspire to start a professional home daycare business in the future but will begin with Care. com to gain experience. Although I don't have "paid baby sitting experience" I do have 22 years...
5.0
"Nicole is a very loving, attentive and reliable individual. She has watched my son several times and I worried not a once."
Theresa M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
14 plus years working with people with disabilities. A CNA experience and ready to provide the services depending on their needs.
5.0
"I have nothing but high praise for Mariam. She was an answer to our prayers when she applied to assist my wheelchair bound sister with MS.
She is punctual, polite and has a positive attitude. Her duties include: transferring my sister multiple times daily, shower...
Sharyn M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced babysitter with children of all ages and pets of all kinds. With a genuine love for kids and a knack for creating engaging activities, I ensure a positive and enriching experience. Reach out to me for reliable and trustworthy babysitting services!
Dayja can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She took the time to get to know each of my children individually and tailored her care to their specific needs and personalities. I also appreciate that she has become a role model for my children. She is responsible, organized, and sets a good example for...
Eliza T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion is to be a positive role model for children and guide them to be their best. I have my B. S. in Education and M. Ed. in School Counseling. I am currently a public school counselor. I have years of professional experience as a teacher (ECE-8th grade, and SPED), camp/before/aftercare counselor, tutor, coach, & mentor....
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Natalie is awesome!! She is great with my children and I have one special needs son and she works very well with him and truly understands his needs. She is always punctual, pleasant and most of all you can really tell she enjoys working with children. You choose...
Alyce R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Dawn! I am a patient, compassionate, mature lady with a background in Occupational Therapy (I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant licensed in Delaware) I am also a Certified Living in Place Professional.
I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I am certified in Basic Life Support and CPR.
I have many years of...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
" She is very reliable and very driven "
Ralph S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If your child is struggling in school, you're feeling frustrated trying to help them with their homework or online learning, or if your child needs extra enrichment to further their education; I can help. I am a former elementary education teacher from the Cherry Hill, NJ school district who now lives in Townsend, DE. Besides...
5.0
"I was so lucky to find Donna. She tutors my daughter and has been doing so for over 2 years. Donna really knows how to cater to my child's strengths and weaknesses to maximize her learning experience. Donna is always on time and dependable. Donna is amazing!"
Lisa D.
5.0
(1)
My passion is to be a positive role model for children and guide them to be their best. I have my B. S. in Education and M. Ed. in School Counseling. I am currently a public school counselor. I have years of professional experience as a teacher (ECE-8th grade, and SPED). Teaching concentration (not limited to): Elementary &...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm available two days a week. Fully vaccinated, loving, safety awareness, and very maternal. Kind, caring, loving, and highly organized Nanny. Raised 2 successful children of my own. I have experience with twins and newborns. I can provide references. Proficient in Childhood and adolescence behavior through college degree, and...
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Denise to care for our infant daughter. She was excellent. She was punctual, professional, attentive, and nurturing. She would rock her and sing to her. We always felt like our baby was in good hands, We hope to be able to use her again in the future. I...
Tamarra W.
Lisa K.
Bear, DE
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Lisa. Home Health Aide I Will Provide The Best Care And Companionship For Your Love One
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, Im Lisa. as non-medical home care provider, I offer compassionate and personalized assistance to seniors and individuals with disabilities who require help with their daily living activities. My services are designed to promote independence, improve quality of life, and provide peace of mind to both clients and their...
Lisa can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I am happy that I hired Lisa to work for me. Not only is she reliable and respectable, she is also caring and sensitive to my needs. She will go above and beyond her duties to make sure my needs are meet. I honestly could not have asked for a better caregiver. Lisa...
Dianne H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Prospective Client,
My name is Carol. I am a compassionate, dependable, organized, trustworthy and skilled caregiver for medically challenged seniors. My clients are provided excellent care tailored to individual needs.
Care services may include:
Medication Management
Manage patient hygiene
Accompany patient to medical...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Mrs. Carol has been a wonderful addition. She is very professional. She has been very kind and compassionate with my mother. But has also got her to do things that she wouldn't have done with anyone else. She is an excellent caregiver and I would highly recommend...
Dainelle H.
Emile W.
Middletown, DE
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for working with children. I have 16 years of experience in child care, 5 of those years have been in Early Childhood Education and 2 in facilitating ABA therapy for children with Autism. I hold experience with children from birth to 18 by working various positions of childcare, early childhood...
Emile can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ms Emile was always punctual, she was flexible and adapted to my family's needs. She was professional and transparent during her interactions with us."
Nana I.
Shadlyn M.
Dover, DE
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9+ years working with children of all abilities. Has spent the last five years working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). Over the last 7 years I have been working with children from 16 months to 11 years of age diagnosed with ASD (verbal and nonverbal) in the school setting in addition to...
Shadlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shadlyn was a joy to hire and our 2 year old daughter took to her instantly. She is really creative with age appropriate games and has taught her some additional sign language! Truly great with kids. We will definitely hire her again!"
Renee G.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Galena, MD
Helen M.
5.0
Helen is great! I needed help with my girls while my husband was out of town and she was the best, on time and both my girls loved her!
- Michelle R.
Kristin B.
5.0
Kristin has been helpful, professional, and excellent! She is dependable and honest. Also, Kristin is a good communicator.
- Care member
Ashley B.
5.0
Hello everyone,
Mrs. B. is a wonderful tutor. She's on-time, reliable and most important my children love her. She has been working with my children for over a year now. And I greatly appreciate everything she has done.
- Jessica S.
Shadlyn M.
5.0
She is very caring a nurturing to my children. Shadlyn has always gone above and beyond to assist me with anything I needed.
- Octavia W.
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole is a very loving, attentive and reliable individual. She has watched my son several times and I worried not a once.
- Theresa M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Galena, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Galena, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Galena, 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 Galena, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Galena, MD is $20.00 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 Galena, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Galena, 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 Galena, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Galena, 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 Galena, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Galena, 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.