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5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello all,
My name is Laroyal and I am a
current Graduate Student enrolled
in a Master program for
Occupational therapy. I have
experience as a former teacher in
the k12 school system and I
currently work for a pediatric clinic
for speech, OT, feeding & play therapy. I am very passionate about growing myself
as well as helping...
Laroyal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My hubby and I were both a nervous wreck with me returning back to work after 14 months of working remotely, him continuing to work remotely, and our three year old son on the waiting list to get back into Montessori school. Laroyal messaged us after seeing our...
Demetria And Al T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan. Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.
Marica can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Marica is nothing short of AMAZING! She has a positive personality, great energy, warm presence, and is willing to go over and above to provide the highest quality care. She assisted our father with his recovery from surgery after he broke his hip. He is also in...
Andrea D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, I am very great hands on person and willing to learn. I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, minimum supervision, also will provide a safe and stable environment for your kids. I love pets so if you have any that need attending I can also provide those services
Ty can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I needed last minute transportation for my 7th grader to get from his school to home. Ty responded in a very timely manner, communicated well, and put me at ease about my child's safety and getting home. My son was dropped off safe and in a timely manner. He said...
Lakaymia C.
Grace U.
West Columbia, SC
$12-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Starting at age 5, my family did foster care for 0-5-year-olds. I love children, and genuinely just want to see them smile. I worked at an After school care in South Carolina for 5 months for my college internship. This was with 4-13-year-olds. I helped with snack, events, activities, and tutoring. I obtained my associates...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Where do I begin! Grace was/is my saving Grace, she not only loves our daughter like she is her own but the love she has for our family is astonishing, from our daughter, to myself, to my husband and our two fur babies, she just wants to be there for us and love...
Danielle B.
Faust C.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking For Part-time Work With Seniors. I Work In Nursing Hm & Did Private Sitting. Have Cert
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked in a nursing home, did private duty sitting and 7 years in mental Health services. I did AM/PM care, administered medicine, update nurses notes and communicate any changes or no changes. Ailments: Dementia, someone who is unresponsive to conversation, mental Health
I am retired and help care for my niece/nephew. I love...
Faust can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"The connection with this caregiver was immediate from phone call to meeting! She is intelligent, caring, and competent. We hired her and couldn't be more pleased. Mother's care manager says she is the best caregiver she has ever worked with and is overjoyed at her...
Rick M.
Helena C.
Columbia, SC
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I did a lot of babysitting for families in the neighborhood with kids of all ages. In college I worked in ABA therapy for 2. 5 years. Through that opportunity I got a lot of experience working with children on the autism spectrum.
In my spare time, I like to read, watch new...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madyson G.
West Columbia, SC
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am 24 and in grad school at USC! I work with children with autism in behavior therapy and serve in kids ministry at my church! I love babysitting in my free time, particularly evenings or weekends! I have babysat for multiple families with kids of varying ages, from newborns to older children! I also love animals and dog...
Madyson can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Chassity A.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Chassity A. and I am a sophomore at the University of South Carolina. I'm an exercise science major, on a pre-occupational therapy track. I have been helping out with friends and family for years, but I have 4 years of experience as a paid caregiver. I have experience with children of all ages, and also with...
Chassity can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Colleen S.
West Columbia, SC
$8-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
ViCare is a HomeCare provider equipped to provide non medical services in South Carolina.
I started caring for seniors when 8 years ago.
Colleen can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
I have been caring for children for about 9 years now. I am very energetic and love kids. I feed, play, wash (parent permission only), take kids out (parent permission only) and etc. I don't smoke and I have a car. I currently work as a CNA and am looking to leave soon. I will be starting Physical Therapy school in September...
Caliah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren S.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am Lauren a recent graduate from Elon University. I have served as a tutor for elementary students in Burlington for 2 years. I have additional experience working with children from babysitting and after-school programs. I enjoy working with children of all ages and abilities and will be attending graduate school this fall to...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Jayden J.
Columbia, SC
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have done these services and more for multiple families. I would love to help you out in any way possible.
I am currently a middle school teacher so I work with children 6-8 grade regularly. I also previously worked in the nursery at my church caring for children during church services. I played with the children and also provided snack for them.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am Sierra and I have about a year of paid experience in the residential cleaning industry. I have taken on standard, deep, move in/out, and Airbnb property bookings, so I am aware of what to look for to leave a clean finish! After my services are complete, I do a walkthrough with the resident if they are available, to...
Hannah E.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Nice to meet you! My name is Hannah and I finished graduate school in May with a Masters in Social Work. I currently work full time for child protective services but will be leaving in the new year to take some time off and study for my licensesure exam, before applying for new jobs over the summer.
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Jules W.
Columbia, SC
$12-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Jules Sophomore At The University Of South Carolina Exercise Science Major
I started working with kids in high school since I took a child development class allowing me to work in a preschool. I taught and made lesson plans and learned about how children develop and the best ways to teach them. I continued working with kinds every summer since I work as a counselor in summer camps and was a nanny for...
Sara H.
Columbia, SC
$8-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi!! My name is Sara. I am a marketer in the medical field which allows for me to work remote & have a very flexible schedule.
I would love to offer my services for you as I know how stressful it can be to board / trust someone to take care of your pets while away.
I sit on the board for two non-profit dog rescues and work...
Sara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have two years of experience with senior care now. I started out working through an agency, particularly with special needs, but soon fell in love with senior care. I have done everything from overnight care to just spending time talking and reading. I have enjoyed this work so much, that I have majored in music and am getting...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
My name is Jasmine. I am a licensed practical nurse. I have been an LPN for a little over 2 in a half years. Prior to being a LPN I was a medical assistant for a year and before that a CNA for 5 years.
I bring over 5 plus years in the healthcare field. I strive and focus on given quality compassion care to each individual I...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, visiting nurse, transportation, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
Hi
My name is Audrey .
I am very interested in the pet sitting position you have available.
1999 to 2007- I owned and operated a small residential cleaning service. In this position, I detailed cleaned upscale residential homes throughout the Columbia area.
Part of my service included caring for my clients dogs,
(walking and...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Hopkins, SC
Laroyal S.
5.0
My hubby and I were both a nervous wreck with me returning back to work after 14 months of working remotely, him continuing to work remotely, and our three year old son on the waiting list to get back into Montessori school. Laroyal messaged us after seeing our listing for a nanny. Immediately after...
- Demetria And Al T.
Marica H.
5.0
Marica was a blessing to our family in our time of need. She cared for my mom in her last days. She was helpful, respectful and patient in caring for my mom. We are thankful that we found her and she was able to assist us.
- Devora B.
Ty G.
5.0
I needed last minute transportation for my 7th grader to get from his school to home. Ty responded in a very timely manner, communicated well, and put me at ease about my child's safety and getting home. My son was dropped off safe and in a timely manner. He said Ty was very cool and made him feel...
- Lakaymia C.
Grace U.
5.0
Where do I begin! Grace was/is my saving Grace, she not only loves our daughter like she is her own but the love she has for our family is astonishing, from our daughter, to myself, to my husband and our two fur babies, she just wants to be there for us and love us! From day one she fit perfectly...
- Danielle B.
Faust C.
5.0
The connection with this caregiver was immediate from phone call to meeting! She is intelligent, caring, and competent. We hired her and couldn't be more pleased. Mother's care manager says she is the best caregiver she has ever worked with and is overjoyed at her addition to the helping team!!!!
- Rick M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Hopkins, SC
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Hopkins, SC?
To find a therapy dog near you in Hopkins, SC, 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 Hopkins, SC?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Hopkins, SC is $18.33 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 Hopkins, SC?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Hopkins, SC. 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 Hopkins, SC receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Hopkins, SC, 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 Hopkins, SC help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Hopkins, SC, 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.