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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Your pets home away from home! I have five years of pet sitting, pet boarding, and pet walking experience. I have three small dogs (very friendly, nutured, and spayed). If you choose my dog boarding service, I live near many trails, Which is where I will be walking your dog! I am able to take care of all dogs varying in sizes. I...
Taylor can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Makena S.
Gig Harbor, WA
$18-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Makena, I am 19 years old. Things to know about me is that I am a full time student at Bates Technical College for fire service training. I am a certified EMT, which means I am CPR certified as well as infant/child CPR certified. I have a 9-month-old niece who I have watched on multiple occasions and I used to...
Makena can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Deionne S.
Gig Harbor, WA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Deionne and I am a college graduate from Central Washington University. I am currently in the process of applying for physician assistant school, which does not begin until next year if accepted. I am currently working at Allenmore Hospital in the emergency department as an Emergency Services Technician. I thoroughly...
Deionne can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Theresa P.
Gig Harbor, WA
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 22+ years of experience with children and elders. Including infants, Autism, Dementia, limited mobility, cerebral palsy and schizophrenia. I can help with Moving Services, General Errands, childcare, meal prep, feeding, incontinence, medication management, transportation, elder care, shopping, memory, bathing, dressing,...
I have 22+ years of experience with children and elders. Including infants, Autism, Dementia, limited mobility, cerebral palsy and schizophrenia. I can help with Moving Services, General Errands, meal prep, feeding, incontinence, medication management, transportation, shopping, memory care, bathing, dressing, making phone calls,...
Theresa can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care & more
Esther R.
Gig Harbor, WA
$16-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello to all the families and staff who request assistance both in cleaning the home and in caring for people with disabilities. I Esther have felt the pride and experience in the cleaning area. Environmental service. and assistance at home. I now have the experience and the ability to do independently what I like to do. I'm...
Esther can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Ruth S.
Gig Harbor, WA
$40-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Provided Care Giving For An 80 Year Old Woman With Dementia For 4 Years
I worked for my pastor's 80-year-old mother with dementia for 4 years until her daughter retired. She is now taking care of her mother full time. I have an excellent letter of recommendation. I took care of housekeeping, grocery shopping, cooking, doctor and hair appointments, showering, dressing, giving medication, engaging her...
Ruth can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Chloe B.
Gig Harbor, WA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Chloe. I am 24 years old, currently in college for Human Services minoring in Chemical Dependancy. I have worked as a nanny and pet sitter on and off for 4 years. When I am not caretaking, I have worked as a manager and small business owner and a Probation aide at the Pierce County Juvenile Courts. I am...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I have 5 years of paid experience, as well as being a stay at home mom for the past 10 years. I can help with all general household cleaning, light weeding and yard work, and other projects as the need arises. I currently do side work for a laundry service, so I'd be comfortable tackling just about anything on your to do list.
Shannon can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
I have 8 years of experience, much more if I included my mother. Experience working with Parkinson's, & dementia. I can help with Transportation Services and all aspects Home Care. Previously worked for a disabled couple. I moved in after the wife passed as her husband wasn't able to live alone. Stayed with him until the end of...
Charlotte can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a proud mom of 7 children, being able to be a mom and grandma has been the greatest blessing in my life.
I love to help people in anyway that I can and also to help facilitate those that can do for themselves and just need some support in order to do so.
I have been providing care for both children and those up in age...
Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Diane H.
Port Orchard, WA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Sensitive, Compassionate, Attuned, Skilled Alzheimer's/Dementia Care, Support, Respite
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a caregiver/CNA that is certified and skilled in Alzheimer's/dementia care and mental health care/support. I provide quality, tailored, patient, positive one-on-one care by employing freedom of choice, people skills, reassurance, comfort, encouragement, diversion, distraction, gentle deception, being in the moment,...
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Knowledgeable, very gentle and kind."
Terry B.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, dedicated, adaptable
I like working with animals because I have been around them my whole life and have found a deep love for them and all that they add to life
I'm looking for a job that helps people feel peace of mind trusting their pets to me
I started working with animals when I...
Amber can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Do you need a hand with after school activities, shopping, or yard work.... no problem. I have done these services for the past 30+ years and would be glad to offer you my services.
In June of 2019 I graduated from college with a B. A. in Psychology and a B. S. in Social Services. Starting in September I was hired as a psychiatric child care counselor for the state of Washington at child study & treatment center. I currently work with a diverse community that has an array of psychiatric diagnoses. I love my...
Pamela O.
Port Orchard, WA
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 40 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. fun loving, active lots of skills
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Ashley B.
Lakebay, WA
$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello everyone! Ive had a lot of experience taking care of children! From volunteering 3 years to child care at my old church, to being a nanny for two families for 7 years, Ive always know children would be a core part of my life! Since moving in a new town and choosing to wait for children of my own, I have decided to open my...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi, My name is Madison but I go by Madi. I am currently 23 years old and employed as a psychiatric child care counselor. Recently I have realized how much I miss the life of being a nanny, so now I am seeking a full-time position to help someone's family.
A little bit about me,
From ages 18 to 20 I was a nanny full time. From...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My experience in housekeeping involved boutique hotel style with various luxury services, rental cleaning between guests, and most recently I managed a housekeeping/facilities team of a Retirement Home. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have!
Aaron can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
I worked for a maid service for a year and a half and then another cleaning service for 2 months. I love to work in gardens and have provided weeding, pruning, harvesting and various other services for the past four years.
Sandra can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, window washing & more
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Gig Harbor, WA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Gig Harbor, WA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Gig Harbor, WA, 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Gig Harbor, WA is $20.27 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Gig Harbor, WA. 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 Gig Harbor, WA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Gig Harbor, WA, 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 Gig Harbor, WA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Gig Harbor, WA, 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.