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Victoria S.
Islip Terrace, NY
$18-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting for friends and family since I was only 16. I've worked at an assisted living for 5 years. I love working with seniors and children. I am currently going to school for occupational therapy, so being able to get that one-on-one experience is very insightful. I have a very bubbly, outgoing...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am a dedicated caretaker of pets. I was a pet parent to 2 amazing pups for many years. (Heart) I am experienced, educated and professional. I am very loving, kindhearted & affectionate. I adore animals, I am an advocate as well, & I get fulfillment & joy being in service to...
Athena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello, my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am a private home-care professional. I am educated & experienced. I have a BA in Psychology with a Pre-Med minor & Graduate studies in Law. I care for seniors/individuals/children with/without disabilities. I am a social, loving, kindhearted, patient & compassionate person....
Hello my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am experienced, educated & professional. I have worked for private non-profit schools with special needs children/individuals from pre-K through 21 years of age, daycare & provide homecare as well. I have a BA in Psychology with a focus on childhood development, independent...
Hello, my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am a professional, dedicated, educated and experienced caretaker of children of all ages. I am a single mom as well for many years. (Heart) I have a BA in Psychology with a focus on childhood development, independent studies on children with illness, a Pre-Med minor, as well...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Patricia I am a Home Health Aide. I am HHA certified and I am signed up for CDPAP program with Addus Home Care. I have over 20 years experience working with clients who have a range of illnesses that include Alzheimer's and Dementia and some who have little or no mobility. I am efficient with assisting them with...
Patricia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Patricia a/k/a Annie, is a very soft spoken, kind, compassionate woman. She has been taking care of my mom for a few months now. She is a hard worker and very dependable."
Marie T.
Willamina P.
Patchogue, NY
$15-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I grew up on a farm taking care of my families dogs, cats, goats, chickens, and horses. You name it! From there, I wanted to be able to secure the comfort of other families when their away, knowing their loved ones were in good hands. I've been pet sitting (amongst other care services) for over six years. :)
Willamina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Willamina is amazing! Our dog loves her and is so excited to see her every time she comes to take care of him. Willamina is kind, reliable and really cares! She not only walks our dog, but spends time with him, and has stayed over our home many times when we were...
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Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "
Amy H.
Janice C.
Bay Shore, NY
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Register Home Health Care Aid With Her Own Transportation
5.0
(4)
Hi allow me to introduce myself to you. I am HHA PCA & TBI experience I work private cases. I have 21 + years experience in senior and adult care. I also have experience in Working with individuals with Multiple sclerosis Parkinson's Alzheimer's And dementia . I am a caring and compassionate person. I have a lot of patience. I...
Janice can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Janice is a very loving and caring person."
Madaline A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I offer house cleaning, deep cleaning and comercial cleaning services.
I have references and excellent reviews.
If you are looking for someone responsible and trustworthy, I am your ideal candidate.
I have 6 years of experience, and I service all over Suffolk County.
Gabriela can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization
5.0
"Gabriela and her partner were very punctual and thorough in the cleaning job they completed for us. I will continue using her services."
Jodi L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. Having to worked in both assisted living facility and homecare setting I think I have first of all helped in maintaining a safe independent and dignified lifestyle. helping seniors with the activities of daily living makes me feel some form of...
Alex can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Alex is caring, reliable, patient and playful. I would recommend him to any family you will not be disappointed."
Judy L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jenna and I'm a pet sitter in Ronkonkoma, New York. I'm experienced with both cats and dogs and provide a variety of services for pet owners, including dog walking and pet sitting and overnight care. I'm passionate about providing the best care for your pets and can guarantee that my services will be top-notch. My...
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Jenna took very good care of our two kittens and they loved her. She sent us photos every day and responded very quickly when communicating about her stay. "
Care member
Diane V.
Bay Shore, NY
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a fun, happy, dependable, reliable, trustworthy. I am returned to college 2021. I loves kids and animals as if they were my own. Babysitter on an I am a fun, happy, dependable, reliable, trustworthy. I am returned to college 2021. I loves kids and animals as if they were my own. Babysitter on and off since 2000 to present....
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Diane is great with kids and they respond so well to her. She has been amazing with my daughter over the years. She knows how to connect with kids whether it's with art or sports, to get them to interact. Diane is a sweetheart!"
Michele P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and watching children (newborn to adolescent) for as long as I can remember. In between working in a nursing home and my regular day to day life I tried watching as many of the kids I normally did prior. Now that I am no longer work in the nursing home, I definitely have more time to babysit the children...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with kids. My girls just love her and she has been watching them for over 3 years. She is dependable and is very caring. Anyone would be lucky to have her watch their children."
Allison D.
Jenie S.
Brentwood, NY
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a housekeeper for over a decade. I can provide great reference. I am ready to provide with an excellent service and willing to learn individuals cleaning preference. I am motivate to learn and eager to start working for you.
Jenie can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
4.0
"Jenie showed up as per our agreement. I was pleased with her work considering it was her first time cleaning my home. Her experience showed. I will definitely use her again."
Marcia O.
Denise D.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate, Patient, And Warm Hearted Caregiver Available To Babysit! Teacher Schedule
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Denise! I am a loving mother of two amazing children! My son is 19 and my daughter is 15. I I have had the pleasure of being a stay home mom to provide my two children with the foundation for success! They both knew how to read by 4! Providing the building blocks for young children is and has always been a...
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Miss Denise has worked with my son since he was 7 weeks old, and with my six year old as well. I truly cannot imagine a more amazing child care provider. She arrived at our home like Mary Poppins, with bags full of learning activities, art projects, fun playtime...
Allison H.
Thais D.
Holbrook, NY
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny that has worked with children of all ages. I absolutely love children and I have been caring for children .
I am seeking a part-time or full time live out nanny position AND I am able to offer my services as a reliable babysitter on evenings and weekends (date nights).
Thais can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Thais is a such careful and lovely woman. She takes care of the kids doing her best and always with love. Such a good nanny. "
Marcella M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Satisfying house home healthy atmosphere. Clean organizing, I do also cooking - extra for that service.
Pleasant trustworthy fun!
Diane can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization
5.0
"Diane is so kind! She was so caring and fun while watching my daughter. It was clear that my daughter enjoyed her time with Diane as a caregiver and a playmate. She was with us a couple times a week for several months and she was always full of energy and had no...
Alexandra D.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Islip Terrace, NY
Patricia C.
5.0
Annie was a caregiver for my mother for the last 6.5 years. My mother was 85-91 years old during this time. She also helped my brother who was dying of cancer in his last few months of life.
Over the years, Annie helped my mother with dressing and showering, preparing her meals, helping her...
- Connie V.
Willamina P.
5.0
Willamina is amazing! Our dog loves her and is so excited to see her every time she comes to take care of him. Willamina is kind, reliable and really cares! She not only walks our dog, but spends time with him, and has stayed over our home many times when we were away to take care of him. We have...
- Care member
Amanda M.
5.0
I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.
- Meryl B.
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
- Andrea I.
Janice C.
5.0
Very caring and treats her patients like her own family
- Marlo F.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Islip Terrace, NY
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Islip Terrace, NY?
To find a therapy dog near you in Islip Terrace, NY, 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 Islip Terrace, NY?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Islip Terrace, NY is $26.60 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 Islip Terrace, NY?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Islip Terrace, NY. 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 Islip Terrace, NY receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Islip Terrace, NY, 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 Islip Terrace, NY help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Islip Terrace, NY, 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.