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Current Occupational Therapy student with experience working with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. A positive and caring individual who loves to meet new people!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a freshman in college attending Gwynedd Mercy University for Occupational Therapy. I have volunteered in special education support rooms since the third grade and have coached children's developmental gymnastics. With this being said, I strive for children to always have access to physically and mentally...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, thanks for checking out my profile. I am currently a student majoring in Advertising. I offer a range of services while providing flexibility and competitive care. My experience includes being the oldest of 5 children, teaching 3rd grade school, and providing numerous families with long-term childcare. My schedule is...
Amelia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brianna S.
King of Prussia, PA
$14-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Clean up after, groom, exercise and provide care for cats, dogs and small rodents, includes dog walking services and litter box and cage cleaning
Observe outdoor and indoor play to ensure safety of the pet
Feed and provide water based upon client instructions, which may be very detailed and must be followed exactly as given
Meet...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Janet. and I'm an energetic, fun animal lover. I always loved animals since I was young especially dogs and cats, so when I was asked from a friend and also cleaning client a few years back if I could keep an eye on their fur baby while they were away for a week on vacation the response was of course a yes. It...
Janet can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Janet watches my two Cavapoo puppies a couple times a week and they absolutely love her! We never have to worry about them when Janet is there! She not only walks them but takes time to play with them before leaving. She is great at giving updates about the puppies...
Brandon B.
Sarah C.
King of Prussia, PA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy with 5 years experience as a pediatric occupational therapist working with children with disabilities. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am caring, creative and nurturing and have a passion for working with children of all age! I also am someone who believes in playing outside,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We loved Sarah. She took care of our 8-11 month old daughter part-time for four months. Sarah is incredibly responsible, respectful and is great at open communication. She really developed a strong relationship with our daughter and was even able to assist her...
Christie V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margaret has been working with our family supporting our young adult son who has Cerebral Palsy. Our experience with Margaret has shown her to be caring, thoughtful, reliable and responsible. She proactively looks for ways to improve our son's daily care and his...
Chris H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Briana and I have over 10 years of experience with kids ranging from ages newborn - 10 years old. I have watched up to 5 kids at one time and I have experience in watching twins. I also have experience with newborns/infants/very young children with a toddler or other siblings involved. I have my associates...
Briana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
" Briana is a very reliable, trustworthy, and compassionate. I have never worried about the safety of my newborn while in her care. She really loves children and it shows! I highly recommend Briana with full confidence. "
Michele M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 26-year-old college graduate who recently moved to Manayunk, and I'm looking for a summer position with the potential to continue into the fall. I'm a certified yoga instructor with aspirations to go back to school to obtain a Masters Degree in Yoga Therapy. After graduating from Washington University in St. Louis in 2017...
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meredith is great! She has a warm and comfortable way with our boys, even when they aren't at their best. She is reliable and we are always glad to see her. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend."
Hillary E.
Patricia H.
King of Prussia, PA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Housekeeping , housecleaning errands and animal care is what I've been doing for the last 30 years. I enjoy what I do- meeting people and being of service to others.
5.0
"Pattie is wonderful, flexible and as caring as they come. You’ll be in great hands with her!"
Care member
3.1
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 30 years experience caring for the elderly with chronic diseases. Patient population Alzheimers, Hospice, and Parkinson. Companion level through total care in their homes.
Skills included medication management, and G tube feedings. Assistance with activities of daily living bathing, light house keeping, meal...
Suzanne can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Suzanne to help with my 89-yr old bed-ridden mother-in-law who's health declined rapidly while she was under hospice care. Suzanne was a life saver and put in a lot of hours every week to help me out. She's had many years of experience with elderly care and...
Jayne C.
Maria P.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver /For Senior Or Children /Housekeeping
5.0
(6)
I have always enjoyed to work with people of different ages. Their safety, health and providing them with emotional and social support are very important to me . I have experience working with 80 years old female with health condition also a male with terminal cancer. To provide them with the best quality of service, love and...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria is extraordinarily warm, kind, responsible, trustworthy, dependable and hard working. My mother, who passed away last year, was very demanding and she adored Maria. There is no doubt that if we needed her, we would hire Maria again."
Leslie B.
Corri G.
Lansdale, PA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Childcare, Including Housekeeping & Meal Prep; Tutoring/Homework Support
5.0
(3)
Childcare, including Housekeeping & Meal Prep;
Tutoring Math: K-8 grades
Homework Support (Academic/Executive Function): 3-9 grades
QUALIFICATIONS:
*Nanny during graduate school and more recently during the pandemic.
*More than 25 years teaching young people ages 4-17 in classrooms, informal settings, and tutorials....
5.0
"Corri has many years of experience supporting children and adults with different styles of learning and needs. Her trainings reinforce her experience as well."
Leah W.
Samantha C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun And Flexible Babysitter For The Holidays -CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
If your kiddos like legos, crafts, and outdoor games I'm the sitter for you! I am a creative and compassionate 23-year-old psychology graduate who's looking to babysit date nights or weekends while I'm in school for Occupational Therapy. I have experience as a sitter for children as young as 3 months old, a summer camp counselor...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samantha was really helpful, she took care of my 3 boys (3months, 2 years, 4 years old) for the night. Very sweet and patient, they really enjoyed their time with her.
She even did the dishes I had left in the sink without me asking help for it. That was a very...
Claire L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica I have a master's in Art Therapy and Counseling. I am an art therapist for children and families. I have experience conducting art therapy for children with severe emotional and behavioral needs. I love to introduce and engage children in a fun and creative learning environment through arts and crafts....
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jess is everything you'd ever want in a caregiver and so much more! She taught us to many valuable lessons for our 2.5 year old son's behaviors (meltdowns) and really helped him (and us) process his emotions. She is so caring and patient, and communicates directly....
Emily H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated with my bachelor's degree from Penn State University Park and can tutor your child in several subjects.
Lori-ann W.
Warminster, PA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Helping And Doing Whatever Is Needed To Help Client And Family.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Caregiver/helper/companion/cook/driver/cleaning/organizer. Experienced in many aspects of customer service. Experienced in learning ways to help and adjust to individual/family needs. My gift is my ability to be very flexible, and to always show-up to do whatever it takes to be of help and give all involved peace of mind.....
Lori-ann can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Lori is an excellent caregiver. She is kind, compassionate and self-directed. Lori is always flexible, punctual and never calls out sick. Lori is open to taking care of whatever needs to be done with personal care and other aspects of life and household so her...
Susan J.
Noby X.
Souderton, PA
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Optimistic Humanist With Experience In Companionship, Handyman Services, Sales And Shopping.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an optimistic humanist, graduate in science. Certified in Basic Life Support including CPR and First Aid. Experienced as a compassionate companion for a dementia patient including assisting with daily living activities, running for errands, transportation, shopping and household tasks. I am highly energetic, friendly,...
Noby can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"He was punctual and very kind and did everything just the way I asked."
Toni D.
Jill D.
Chalfont, PA
$15-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Passion Is To Nurture And Help Young Children Reach Their Milestones
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a kind, friendly, experienced childcare worker available to help local families (s)with their childcare needs. I live in Warrington where I raised my 4 children. I am CPR and First Aid trained.
Feel that spending time with children watching them grow and guiding them in reaching their milestones is so enjoyable....
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jill has been a godsend for our family! We have 2 small kids and no family local to us, so Jill comes once a week to allow my husband and I to have a date night. The kids love her. Jill regularly brings games or activities to keep the kids busy while we're gone....
Rebecca L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a companion/home health care provider for 17 years. It has been a great experience for me, showing the value I can make in someone's life. I have experience in Alzheimer/Dementia, changing catheters bags, manage medication, take to appts, do errands and most of all I provide tender loving care. I took care of my...
Sandy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Sandy provided care and companionship for my elderly Mom during the last half year of her life. She was kind and calm and took care of Mom's needs. She prepared, served and cleaned up Mom's meals. She assisted Mom with taking medication, nebulizer treatments, and...
Janet D.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Gwynedd Valley, PA
Janet M.
5.0
Janet watches my two Cavapoo puppies a couple times a week and they absolutely love her! We never have to worry about them when Janet is there! She not only walks them but takes time to play with them before leaving. She is great at giving updates about the puppies and responding to texts. I...
- Brandon B.
Sarah C.
5.0
We loved Sarah. She took care of our 8-11 month old daughter part-time for four months. Sarah is incredibly responsible, respectful and is great at open communication. She really developed a strong relationship with our daughter and was even able to assist her OT-related skills like sitting up. She...
- Christie V.
Margaret R.
5.0
Margaret has been working with our family supporting our young adult son who has Cerebral Palsy. Our experience with Margaret has shown her to be caring, thoughtful, reliable and responsible. She proactively looks for ways to improve our son's daily care and his quality of life, and has been willing...
- Chris H.
Briana S.
5.0
Briana was great with our 1.5 year old daughter. I was nervous to leave her with a new sitter but Briana connected with my daughter immediately and I could tell she is an expert child care provider and certainly knows what she is doing. My daughter had fun with her and Briana assured me all was...
- Diane M.
Meredith D.
5.0
Meredith is great! She has a warm and comfortable way with our boys, even when they aren't at their best. She is reliable and we are always glad to see her. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
- Hillary E.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Gwynedd Valley, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Gwynedd Valley, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Gwynedd Valley, PA, 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 Gwynedd Valley, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Gwynedd Valley, PA is $16.67 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 Gwynedd Valley, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Gwynedd Valley, PA. 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 Gwynedd Valley, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Gwynedd Valley, PA, 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 Gwynedd Valley, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Gwynedd Valley, PA, 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.