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Elizabeth M.
Melissa, TX
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am currently a Masters student at the University of Texas at Dallas in Human Development and Childhood Disorders in which I am active in several roles that allow me to share my passion with individuals with special needs. I am currently a registered behavior technician in which I provide therapeutic services to children with...
Hi, I'm Sylvia, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with over five years of experience caring for patients who've suffered brain injuries and strokes. I have experience in physical therapy treatments, specific diet meal preparation, and basic life needs. I am also bi-lingual (English/Spanish). References available upon request.
Sylvia can also help with: Hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Elizabeth M.
Melissa, TX
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
10 years of experience with children of all ages and abilities
8 years of experience in applied behavior analysis
Specialty in early childhood intervention
Experience in implementing: sleep training, food expansion, speech and language development, toilet training, fine and gross motor development, tutoring, infant care,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Early Education
First Aid
Nadezhda N.
Melissa, TX
$16-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am an empathetic, creative individual who loves kids! I first started caring for children when I became an aunt in 2018. I took child development and human services classes in high school, so I have knowledge about developmental needs and milestones, as well as the proper way to care for children in different age groups. I...
Nadezhda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
10years plus as adult care RN with experience in critical care and heart health. Overall care including heart health rehab, lifestyle and meal teaching/coaching, very empathic soul for memory care dementia and alzheimers. Assist with ADLs, ROM, ambulation, non-invasive dressing changes. Possible assist with transportation to...
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Sanjuanita, I'm 23 years old. I'm from Dallas, Texas but I currently reside in Melissa. I do have professional and non-professional experience in child care. I have been a babysitter since I was 16 years old and Professionally I've worked in child care for about a span of 3 years. childcare has always been a passion...
Sanjuanita can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Michelle M.
Princeton, TX
$17-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through five years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a special needs Paraprofessional having worked in both the middle school and high school settings. I have experience with non-verbal autistic children and adults. I am CPI certified and proficient with ABA behavioral training. Caring for, educating and loving these special individuals is what makes me happy.
I...
Amy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amy is amazing and I would highly recommend her. She is so kind and played on the floor with my 3 year old for hours. When she left he kept saying "where is Amy? I love her." I feel so blessed to have found her and will use her again! Thank you Amy!"
Dannielle T.
Ajula L.
McKinney, TX
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
***EXPERIENCED IN-HOME CAREGIVING (ADULT/ SENIOR/ CHILD/ SPECIAL NEEDS)***
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name Ajula is and I strive to provide just the right care in just the right way! In other words, my services are defined by your needs. My mission is to make sure that my client is comfortable and lives their best, most enriched life. For me, care giving is not simply a career... It's a calling! I become a part of my...
Ajula can also help with: Respite care, personal care, visiting physician, home modification, live-in home care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"If you are looking for someone who can assist with making appointments, organizing schedules, monitoring nutritional needs, and planning, Ajula is the right person for the job. Ajula is very focused on following guidelines prescribed by health professionals and...
Sara R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
MY PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Professional with extensive experience in hospitality and service industry. Self-motivated, goal oriented, organized team player with strong work ethic, communication skills and service attitude. I work with individuals, families, offices, and businesses to help reduce clutter and organize space, time,...
Zahra can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Zahra did a great job for us. She is AWESOME in ORGANIZING. I was surprised to see the way she organized my house. My closet, kitchen and garage looks beautiful. "
Shweta B.
5.0
(5)
Hi! I'm a mother of a 2-year-old baby girl. I have 6 years of experience as nanny. I also can help with cleaning services. Responsible and dependable!!!
5.0
"Mariela is a very caring person always supporting others."
Selene R.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a mother of a 5-year-old girl. I have 10+ years of experience doing cleaning services.
I can also do
-organizing
-Laundry
-Errands
Very responsible and dependable!!!
I have good references!!
Mariela can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, move-out cleaning
5.0
"I'm so happy with the service she provided. Definitely will be keeping her as my helper!"
Merly W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a member of the Yale Class of 2021 with a B. S. in Chemical Engineering. I am originally from Dallas, TX and currently work as a full-time engineer in the Richardson, TX area. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring on my free-time as teaching is one of my hobbies!
I prioritize the development of effective strategies necessary...
5.0
"Can't say enough good things about Jonathan! He was able to help my daughter in the last week of a 5 week summer Calculus I class. He literally was a life saver - he helped her to understand difficult material in a very short span of a few days over 4 hours of...
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
Hi! :)
I'm Leham, and I am a first-generation Ethiopian-American. I'm the oldest of three girls, with my younger sisters being twins. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's in Psychology & minor in Rhetoric, and am doing my masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I've nannied two sisters under the...
Leham can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leham has watched our toddlers on multiple occasions and has been nothing but professional. Our toddlers opened up to her quickly and felt very comfortable around her. She is warm and caring and we know we can trust her with our kids. The kids also have a great...
Katelyn B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Taking care of your loved one is the most rewarding job I will ever have - I love making people smile even if it's brushing their hair, cooking their favorite meal, giving the ladies a manicure, bringing fresh flowers, arts/crafts, bathing, dressing, pet care, board games, gardening, companionship, laundry, light cleaning,...
Denise can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Denise is wonderful! If I could clone her, I would! I hired her to help with the care of my 96 mother-in-law, after she broke her leg. She is a truely wonderful care giver. She is reliable, kind, compassionate and very helpful - in every area. She's willing and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have more than 20 years of experience. Until 3 yrs ago I was a highly decorated patient care assistant, working for one of the major hospitals in Texas. Now I am more on the therapy side of things , working with ASD children. I can help in a variety of ways... from bathing to teaching life skills. This includes administering...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I grew up in an extremely clean home. For a lifetime I have helped clean my home, homes of friends and family as well as church. I have been in the service industry for 9 years, which has not only constantly perfected my cleaning ability but increased my social and communication skills. It is important to me to have a good...
Catara can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Catara is AMAZING!!! I promise you will NOT regret hiring her. She came into quite a messy situation we have here and made it sparkle by the time she left. She is super sweet and has a great energy. It felt like I had a friend in my home rather than a stranger. We...
Nickelle M.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I strive to provide just the right care in just the right way! In other words, my services are defined by your needs. My mission is to make sure that parents are comfortable and that children live their best, most enriched life. For me, this is not simply a career... It's a calling! I become a part of my clients lives and...
Ajula can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed AJ for a part-time nanny position. Both phone and in-person interviews were great; she is punctual, well-qualified, and very personable. "
Amanda M.
Carin U.
McKinney, TX
$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.5
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for more than 25 years. In my eyes, children are a blessing from God. I love them and care for as if they are my own.
I enjoy music, arts and crafts, teaching, and playing. I also enjoy volunteering at a place called Mane Gait, where equine therapy in done for those with special needs. I have two...
Carin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Caring, dependable, affectionate, kind, soft spoken,"
Sudarshan R.
5.0
(3)
I'm a cleaning specialist to large and small homes and commercial buildings. I've cleaned as a profession for 15+ yrs. Detailed cleaning and organization is my specialty. A clean and organized home or building that brings peace to your day. My cleaning demonstrates the value added service I provide. I'm comfortable cleaning...
Danna can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"Danna is a woman of integrity, excellence, and commitment. She delivers on time and goes the extra mile to make her clients satisfied and happy. If you want a ground shaking changed my world result, Ms. F is the person to hire."
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Melissa, TX
Amy D.
5.0
Fantastic sitter! Our 2 boys love her! Very dependable and quickly engages with the kids. I appreciate her questions about the schedule to make sure she understands and can keep the routine. Excellent communication via text/chat.
- Jonathan And Kimberly T.
Ajula L.
5.0
Ajule is outstanding. Her credentials match her intelligence and skills. She took care of bathing, ordering meds, laundry, light cleaning and any thing else we asked. She gave safe, timely transportation to doctors appointments. She is cheerful and an interesting conversationalist. She cared for me...
- Care member
Zahra O.
5.0
Zahra did a great job for us. She is AWESOME in ORGANIZING. I was surprised to see the way she organized my house. My closet, kitchen and garage looks beautiful.
- Shweta B.
Mariela L.
5.0
Wonderful to work with, kids love her, very honest!!
- Oscar G.
Mariela L.
5.0
Mariela is an extremely hardworking, and intelligent young woman. She is always on time and is very flexible by nature! She cleans for me every week and I don’t have to give her any instructions. She works on her own and has a very high standard of work ethic. Am very happy to have found her. I...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Melissa, TX
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Melissa, TX?
To find a therapy dog near you in Melissa, TX, 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 Melissa, TX?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Melissa, TX is $16.00 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 Melissa, TX?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Melissa, TX. 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 Melissa, TX receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Melissa, TX, 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 Melissa, TX help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Melissa, TX, 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.