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Hello! My name is Lindsay, I am new to the platform and excited to get started as a Care. com member! I am a mother of two beautiful boys, an infant and a 4-year-old, and have over 15 years of experience working for families, caring for children and senior's. My responsibilities have included light housework and cleaning....
Lindsay can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization
Grace D.
Spencer, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Optimistic Sitter Who Enjoys Bringing Out The Best In Your Kid(s)
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Assumption University. I am pursuing a Master's Degree in Counseling.
Currently, I am a FT stay-at-home mom of two beautiful baby boys. After all these years of helping other families, it was time for me to have my own and I absolutely love it! I am currently available to care for your little one/ones.
I...
Grace can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace was excellent! Thank you!"
Miki F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Alexis and I love working with animals :) I have both large and small animal experience to care for your furry friends. Dogs, cats, small mammals, fish and turtles are ok. I have no experience with birds and other reptiles but am willing to learn! I used to worked at a small animal vet office, and I'm willing to do nail...
Alexis can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, grooming & more
5.0
"Alexis is my dog and cat whisperer! She's so loving and caring to my animals, 3 dogs and 2 cats. She's knowledgeable, dependable, nurturing, and loving to my pets. She would groom them, play with them, walk them and just a pleasure to have her around! Alexis...
Cindy G.
5.0
(3)
hi! i'm hannah I have three years of certificated CNA work experience and 3 years of working experience in nursing homes while not being certified. I have most of my experience in dementia care, but am well rounded in end of life, rehabilitation, and long term care. i'm currently a college student at Worcester State going for my...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Hannah is the sweetest young woman I have ever met, as someone who is double arm amputee who needs an extra pair arm around hannah was so helpful. She is detail oriented and a great listener. The best part was she is always willing to laugh . "
Care member
Khayel F.
Worcester, MA
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was recently a Paraeducator for the learning center at Galway Elementary school. There I spent most of my days teaching and aiding the kids. I also have a few years of a paid babysitting service. I love to play and have fun so your kids will never be bored!
Khayel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"KK was great she arrived early. Played with our daughter teach her how to organize her toys and then they played.
Highly recommend her she is great.
We will definitely call her for future assistance."
Kal D.
Yadira R.
Worcester, MA
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Personal Care and Hospice Services. I am an experienced and dependable CNA/ HHA.
Devoted to what I do and I take pride on my work.
Yadira can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Yadi is a wonderful caregiver. She helped my father a few nights a week while I attended night classes. We would hire her again, she has our full trust. "
Carolyn P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am currently a graduate student so I am always looking for any side jobs to pick up, especially one-time jobs! I have raised a cat for 3 years now. I have also cared for a golden doodle for 3-4 years and a Maltese for a few years! I have enjoyed my time walking, playing, and feeding them. I also have experience...
Monica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Monica is very caring and reliable. My little Maltese, Bobbi, gravitated toward Monica as soon as she met her. Bobbi just went through losing her mommy and was relocated to Boston from Florida and Monica was in tune with her moods from the beginning. She sent me...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of experience working with elders with a wide variety of needs. I can help with Transportation Services, Respite Care, light housekeeping, errands and all aspects of care. Experienced with Alzheimer and Dementia family members. Pet friendly and love animals as well as my clients. Very easy to get along with...
Christina can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name Elizabeth I live in Worcester MA. I am a certified nursing assistant with great experience as a CNA and home caregiver. I have done home care position for more than 7 family Dementia, Hospice services, I do cooking, housekeeping, doctors appointments and much more as the family or the patient require. I do...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Elizabeth is a great Caregive who goes above and beyond to make one feel comfortable. She is dependable (arrives on time, responds promptly, etc. ), she is respectful, has empathy, as well as an overall great personality. It was a great joy to work with her. She is...
Care member
5.0
(21)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I've been working as house cleaning for 19 years in worcester and have met wonderful people through my business. I'm using Care. com to expand my business . I love to work directly with my clients every step. I offer a free estimate and always do my best to keep my clients happy. At the moment I still open to welcome new clients...
Paula can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"We hired Paula a few months ago and have nothing but great things to say. In the few months that she has been cleaning for us, she has been punctual, professional, reliable, and fairly priced. Our house is spotless after her team's bi-weekly clean. We highly...
Jonathon T.
5.0
(1)
My name is Emma, Responsible devoted home health aide/CNA with over 10 years of experience in home health care and companionship for the elderly. I am Committed to providing quality care to my clients in line with each client' s needs, empathy, respect and privacy to clients. I have hands on experiences on assisting clients with...
Emmah can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We hired Emmah for our elderly disabled mother. She is professional, thorough, and has a wonderful disposition; compassionate, patient, and flexible. "
Sandra P.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com.
I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care of him, doing the bedtime routine often. She also...
Jennie G.
Bendu S.
Worcester, MA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I HAVE CPR/FIRST AID, AND MAP. I Am Looking For A In Home Service Because I Am Compassionate.
5.0
(2)
My name is Bendu. S, I'm a caring, loving and compassionate person. I am open/ available to give your family the best care they deserve/need. I'm experience in cooking delicious meal, bathing, dressing, feeding, medication management, companionship, friendship, listening, and errands to Doctors appt and more. I have worked and...
Bendu can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Bendu is very friendly and anxious to please. We ended up hiring someone who lives closer but will keep her in mind if it doesn’t work out.
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Darcia L.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jamila and I am a single parent to both my amazing 9-year-old daughter and 3-year-old son. I understand how important it is to know that your child is safe and in caring & loving hands. I have been babysitting and Nannying for over 15 years.
I like to keep children mentally and physically stimulated. We read,...
Jamila can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamila is very professional, dependable and accommodating. I would definitely recommend Jamila to others."
Sue M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work as an infant teacher for Child Care Services. I went to Worcester Technical High School and graduated in 2012 with my High School Diploma as well as a certificate from the Early Education and Care to be Teacher Certified, and now Lead Teacher Certified as well. I have had experience with all age groups. I love...
Davida can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Davida is fantastic.She was amazing with my 20 month old and had a bunch of activities planned out for her one of the days I worked out of the home for 8 hrs straight.She cares about my child and is dependable.I would hire her again in a a heartbeat."
Yvonne M.
Timia G.
Worcester, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey, There! Not Only I Watch Your Children But I Can Cleann ! ;)
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I bring over six years of diverse experience in childcare, both paid and unpaid. Since I began caring for children at age 15, I have transitioned to professional caregiving over the past four years, working with a wide range of age groups from infants to school-aged children. My background as an ABA therapist informs my current...
Timia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Timia was great with my 3 difficult boys - She knew how to distract them and appeal to them - My boys are full of energy and do not like to listen - Timia did a very good job of getting the boys to listen in a very nice way - I recommend Timia to other famlies...
Chuck V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm WĂ©lida !
Let me introduce myself to you, I've been clean for 4 yrs, I have experience and references. I always focus on my service, never had problem and people always be thankful. do my job with love and a lot of dedication and taking care about details . With so much responsibility !
Let me help you, will be...
Welida can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"When I interviewed Welida, she made a very professional presentation and displayed an upbeat, positive personality. Along with her assistant, she arrived promptly at the agreed upon time for the first cleaning. They spent 5 hours doing a 'deep clean' which...
Richard M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Grace and I am an undergrad at Assumption University, finishing up my last year to finally earn my bachelors degree in Human Services. I have a pure passion in helping children of all abilities obtain the skills they need in any and every aspect of life to conquer this thing we call life. I humbly have come to...
Monica T.
Auburn, MA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Lets Make Your Life Stress-Free While I Tidy Up Your Place For You! =)
5.0
(1)
Hi all! I love to tidy up spaces and organize in my daily life! I have been a childcare provider and a housekeeper for 8 years now. I have experience with washing dishes, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, doing laundry, and other cleaning tasks. I, unfortunately, do not utilize my own cleaning equipment and rather use the equipment...
Monica can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning & more
Audenes H.
Worcester, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Admirable experience in providing in domestic care.
Ability to prepare healthy meals for family.
Ability to provide housekeeping and laundry services, shopping...
I have 10 years of experience, and I enjoy make sure that every little nook and cranny is clean.
I do my best for my clients.
I'm honest and trustful.
Worcester MA...
Audenes can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Loving and caring woman, goes above and beyond to make sure your loved one is well taken care of."
Aline O.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Leicester, MA
Grace D.
5.0
Grace was excellent! Thank you!
- Miki F.
Alexis T.
5.0
Alexis is my dog and cat whisperer! She's so loving and caring to my animals, 3 dogs and 2 cats. She's knowledgeable, dependable, nurturing, and loving to my pets. She would groom them, play with them, walk them and just a pleasure to have her around! Alexis will be an asset to any home, hospital...
- Cindy G.
Hannah L.
5.0
Hannah is the sweetest young woman I have ever met, as someone who is double arm amputee who needs an extra pair arm around hannah was so helpful. She is detail oriented and a great listener. The best part was she is always willing to laugh .
- Care member
Khayel F.
5.0
KK was great she arrived early. Played with our daughter teach her how to organize her toys and then they played.
Highly recommend her she is great.
We will definitely call her for future assistance.
- Kal D.
Yadira R.
5.0
Yadi is a wonderful caregiver. She helped my father a few nights a week while I attended night classes. We would hire her again, she has our full trust.
- Carolyn P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Leicester, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Leicester, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Leicester, 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 Leicester, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Leicester, MA is $19.00 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 Leicester, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Leicester, 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 Leicester, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Leicester, 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 Leicester, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Leicester, 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.