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I volunteered at Rivercourt Residences in the Alzheimer's/Memory Unit for over Six years. I was working with the enrichment director of that unit and helped with activities, outings such as lunch, concerts etc. I was offered the director of activities for the assisted living and independent residents(roughly 70 residents). I...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
I have 8 years of experience caring for cats, dogs, and chickens. I love all animals and enjoy spending time taking care of them and keeping them active. In the past, I have also provided house-sitting services such as watering the garden, emptying humidifiers, and organizing mail.
Kersten can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Nancey M.
Tyngsboro, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in cleaning service. I have also worked privately for family and friends, cleaning homes and offices. I am very passionate about cleaning. I believe it takes actual work to clean, wiping and light cleaning is not a clean job.
Nancey can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am detail oriented and take pride in my work. I am reliable, responsible and dependable. Can also help out with household errands such as shopping, pet care, transportation, gardening and landscaping.
References available per request. Flexible working schedule. Feel free to contact me for an estimate. Available for weekly,...
Kelley can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Kelley has been a godsend to me! She cleans my home twice a month and that's with three boys under the age of seven, so that's no easy feat, trust me. She's very thorough and tidies up each room she goes through the home. Friendly, dependable and hard working! I've...
Nicole S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Marissa and I have a personal love for organizing. It takes a village to run a family and a home. I have been in child care for the past 10 years and also hold an administrative background. I merged my experiences to help structure your spaces. Organizing and checking things off the to-do list are a few tasks to keep your...
Marissa can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
5.0
(1)
I am a LNA with 10 years of experience, I started my career as a caregiver because bring me joy and make me feel closer to my parents that live faraway from me.
I am a sensitive and dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of care service and client satisfaction. Adept at handling a variety of client issues and problems with...
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful provider. She tends to the patient as if she was her own parent. She has been taking care of my mother for over two years and has been available at a moments notice to come in early, stay late, or add a shift due to changes with providers."
Beverly T.
3.0
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Hi, I'm Madison! I am a recent graduate of UMass Lowell and will be starting an AmeriCorps service year in the fall. I am looking for a recurring part-time babysitting/dog sitting position for the summer. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have experience as a tutor and full-time nanny. I have been a volunteer at the...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a wonderful person. She is kind, reliable, energetic, and a lot of fun to be around.
She is attentive to the children in her care and always engages with a sweet, patient smile.
I highly recommend her for a babysitting position!"
Tracy J.
Leslie K.
Townsend, MA
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a degree in Human Services. I operated my family childcare business for almost 18 years. The economy failed and I was offered a position working with an elderly couple. Sometimes the highlight of a persons day is reminiscing. I have great communication skills but I also listen. My grandmother needed...
Leslie can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Leslie cared for my father for a little over two years, who had become bed bound with ALS. His condition was complicated by being ventilator dependent and having a feeding tube. During that time she helped to assemble and manage a team, maintain a high quality of...
Geoffrey M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human services field for 8 years now as a mental health specialist and as a direct care support staff. At my work I have been helping with ADL's, preparing food for the residents, taking the residents food shopping, helping the residents meet their goals. As a mental health specialist I was able to help...
Caroline can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is kind and compassionate. She is reliable and trustworthy. She worked in a program for which I provided insight for years. She also worked side by side with me at another agency. I would happily hire her again if the opportunity presented itself."
Mary P.
I have had pets my entire life, including dogs, cats, birds and horses along with a goat. I owned a dog training business for years and am comfortable with all breeds. I have had Great Danes, Dobermans and Shepherds, so large breeds are not a problem. Recently, I adopted a rescue dog. She is a smallish mixed breed. I also have...
Lisa can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking & more
Hello to potential families requiring elder care services!
My goal is to provide elders with higher quality care while allowing your loved ones to maintain their independence from nursing homes and assisted living facilities. I have 3 years of experience with one-on-one elder care. I have learned many card games and enjoyed my...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, transportation
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Melanie N.
Westford, MA
$16-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I have been watching children for about 8 years now and have lots of experience. I recently worked at a summer camp, and also have experience teaching swim lessons. I have experience with kids age 6 months to 14 years. I am graduating from UVM in May and will be attending UVM again in the fall for my Doctor of Occupational...
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Claire F.
Nashua, NH
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is Claire I am 21 and a third year nursing student in Boston. With Covid I've been able to take remote classes and work locally for my clinical work. I enjoy working with people of all ages and abilities. I enjoy arts and crafts, sports, music, and so much more. I have worked in the past as a PCA, CNA, EMT, and...
I work as a part time Project Manager for ACT Services Corp. As a Project Manager for ACT I'm responsible for all their government janitorial contractor accounts.
I'm a quick learner with great work ethic and a knack for being innovative. I am also very dependable and extremely outgoing. It is in my personality to please...
Johanna can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning
I grew up on a working family farm and run it now. I have kept my own Horses, ponies, donkey, goats, Llama, Dogs, cats, bunnies, ferrets, hamsters, chickens, geese, parakeets, iguanas, skinks, tree frogs, salamanders, toads, fish and a violet Gobi dragon fish. I am a mom of a school age child, have a vehicle & Happy to be in...
Melisa can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, dog training & more
I have experience taking care of children from birth and up. I'm a mom and a Mimi of 3 grandchildren ! I've also taken care of children on the autism spectrum. I'm flexible with hrs and services.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Hello! I have worked as a therapist for young kids with autism, and a dance, theatre, and music educator for kids ages 6-16. I have also been trained as a student music therapist during my time in university. I attended university for music therapy, and have experience using music both as entertainment and as a tool to aide...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I would love to help care for your loved one! As a mom of 3 and a teacher, I know the importance of organization and scheduling. Using these skills I can help provide services to seniors in need of cooking, errands, house work.
Caitlyn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Catrina F.
Hollis, NH
$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Catriona an avid animal lover with a love for caring for pets of all shapes and sizes. With over 5 years of experience, I offer compassionate and reliable pet care services tailored to meet your pets's unique needs.
Whether it's dog walking, pet sitting, or simply providing companionship, I prioritize the...
Catrina can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Danielle L.
Westford, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Danielle (25 years old) and I am looking to expand my pet sitting and dog walking clientele for the summer! I am a special education teachers assistant during the school year, but have summers off! I am a HUGE animal lover and have had several different animals over my lifetime! I currently have a dog and...
Danielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Groton, MA
Kelley H.
5.0
Kelley is a good communicator, is very friendly, likes pets, and has a great attitude along with meticulous cleaning work.
- Gregg L.
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is a wonderful provider. She tends to the patient as if she was her own parent. She has been taking care of my mother for over two years and has been available at a moments notice to come in early, stay late, or add a shift due to changes with providers.
- Beverly T.
Madison T.
5.0
Madison is a wonderful person. She is kind, reliable, energetic, and a lot of fun to be around.
She is attentive to the children in her care and always engages with a sweet, patient smile.
I highly recommend her for a babysitting position!
- Tracy J.
Leslie K.
5.0
Leslie cared for my father for a little over two years, who had become bed bound with ALS. His condition was complicated by being ventilator dependent and having a feeding tube. During that time she helped to assemble and manage a team, maintain a high quality of care which included keeping his...
- Geoffrey M.
Caroline N.
5.0
Caroline is wonderful! Very warm, caring and professional. she is always here ahead of time, and waits in the car till time to start. She learned the care routine for my husband in two visits. We both trust her and enjoy her visits. We feel lucky to have found her! I'd give her 8 stars!
- Robin Morrison P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Groton, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Groton, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Groton, MA, 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 Groton, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Groton, MA is $17.00 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 Groton, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Groton, MA. 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 Groton, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Groton, MA, 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 Groton, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Groton, MA, 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.