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I have worked with the medically fragile and profoundly intellectually challenged population for over 10 years. I have a Master's degree in special education, with numerous additional certification areas on my state license. I have taught dance, swim, and developed competitive young riders in equestrian sport for over 20 years....
I started as a caregiver to my father in law after returning from active duty services in the marines due to an injury. As time went on, I realize how good I was at the job and the happiness I am able to provide to my clients gave me a sense of fulfillment. I also understand how important it is to allow the families to have a...
Tiffany can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Anna May N.
Mount Airy, MD
$20-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
My Name Is Anna May, My Current Job Is Certified Nursing Assistant
Hi I'am Anna I have more than 12 years experience. I can do transportation service for doctor's appointments Laundry and light house keeping. I'am reliable and responsible. I give extra good care to my patients. I'am currently working in assisted living. And I work in emergency Department before. I can do IV, catheter for women,...
Anna May can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
I have 4 years of experience pet/house/farm sitting. Grew up with cats, dogs, small mammals. Currently have two cats and a snake and I have worked extensively with small/med farm animals. My services range from drop-ins to overnight stays.
Offer house cleaning and car detailing courtesy services while you're away.
Master...
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training
5.0
"Developing a homestead is wonderful, but it's also stressful when you want to go out of town. Will the berries I worked so hard to cultivate rot on the vines while I'm away? What about my fragile vegetable seedlings? What if my chickens start laying earlier than...
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello All. Offering heart felt care taking service to families in the area. My skills and passions lay with the earth. I'm a baby sitter, garden tender, personal chef, laundry doer, errand runner, pet sitter, art maker, house plant water-er, DIY home tending on all the levels. I love story and art time, swimming at the pool,...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole is a regular Marry Poppins! She's flexible, friendly, and always ready to roll with whatever the circumstances become. We are thrilled to have her take care of our kids. She gets them engaged with chores, they go for walks, play at the park, the pool, and...
Alex S.
Kimberly A.
Woodbine, MD
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience as an RN. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning, pet sitting, just about anything....
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, companionship & more
5.0
"I had Kim over in the late afternoon early evening to help with dinner and things around the house. Kim was always 15 minutes early, never late. Kim was a joy to have around the 4-5 times I had her come over. I would highly recommend Kim. "
Graham H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently do not have any experience in senior care, however, I am very interested in gaining more experience in caring for the elderly. I enjoy hearing listening to them talk about their life experiences and believe there is a great need for senior care and very few people willing to help them in their daily lives. I hope to...
Riley can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance
5.0
"Riley is very attentive and kind. She follows directions well and wants to excel at whatever she does. She has worked with my mother as a companion, and now following a stroke provides part time dependent care for her."
Wendy K.
5.0
(1)
I love all animals and have specialized care with dogs! I can move anywhere in the area and provide excellent service!
Preston can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I am an pet sitter who recently relocated from Sarasota, FL to Frederick, MD. I have experience caring for pets overnight in their homes, as well as drop-in and walking services. I love animals and enjoy my job! I can't wait to meet your family soon!
Clio can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding & more
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide direct non-medical care and services to senior adults and those with limitations. I have considerable care giving experience. I am experienced in bathing, dressing, meal prep, Hoyer lifts and transfers. I have experience with Alzheimer's, ostomy care, bedside care during Hospice and note taking during doctors appts. I...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Sharon has been providing care to my husband since January 2018. She is extremely dependable and adaptable to every situation. As my husband's illness has progressed, Sharon has been willing to learn how continue to support his needs. She can now use a hoyer lift,...
Mary R.
5.0
(2)
Hello, I'm Lorena! I have been a tutor for over 7 years and a babysitter for 1 year. This past school year I have tutored a student who was receiving C's in merit math and after I showed her some new skills, she became an A+ student who will be moved up to honors math next year! I am an outgoing, high-energy, and very organized...
Lorena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Lorena tutored and provided childcare for my 9 and 11 year old this year for several hours everyday during the school year. She is approachable to kids and bonds with them quickly. She helped my daughter go from an average math student to honors math and gain a lot...
Sarah V.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Octavia, I've just moved back to Maryland after spending the last 5 months on an epic hike across the country from the Mexican border to Canadian border on the Pacific Crest Trail. Before hiking I lived in Bend for just a year and a half working in wilderness therapy. I am a 28 y/o from Maryland, I graduated from...
Octavia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We hired Ovtavia to take care of our 7 week old while we were on vacation in Bend. This was the first time we had ever left our daughter with anyone other than a grandparent - it went great! As a nervous first time mom, Octavia calmed any nerves that I had once...
Andrea F.
Reina P.
Frederick, MD
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm offering my cleaning services for any jobs that may include things like, babysitting day and night shifts and many other things related to cleaning or taking care of things .
Reina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Communicative and friendly, and willing to work with our schedule!"
Gudrun H.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a compassionate person who loves working with the patience I serve. I am attentive and caring I'm very respectful of the needs of those I help. I have over 12 years of experience and am blessed to have created relationships with the families of the patients I've worked with. I cherish the recommendations of family...
Vivian can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"I hired Vivian to chaperone me back to my hotel after surgery, she was very caring, helpful and supportive.. I have to tell you that before my scheduled surgery, Vivian gave me advice on things to do and eat to prepare my body for surgery.. I drank her recommended...
Lisa E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30-year-old attorney and am looking for some supplemental income as a regular or occasional weekend babysitter. I am an experienced babysitter and tutor. I have worked as a summer camp program director for the Rose Hill Manor Children's Museum, a tutor in three DC area schools, and a program associate with the Boys...
Alison can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is AMAZING!!! My kids absolutely loved her, she was always doing crafts with them & had themed days, such as Harry Potter Day, Pokemon Day, Dinosaur day. Would take them outside and she would let them play in the kiddie pool we had and she would make things...
Ariel R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience offering Companion service for elderly individuals through a private care-giving agency in Frederick. I retired from Frederick Hospital after 32 years. I have prior EMT certification and current CPR certification. Individual services that I have provided include meal preparation, bathing/dressing,...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Brenda is a wonderful caregiver. She's been a great help and has an excellent skill-set. She is very reliable and can count on her help and support. Would hire her again."
Julian D.
Jenny V.
Monrovia, MD
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
CNA and CMT
Over 7 years experience in personal care and housekeeping arena.
Highly skilled in grooming, toileting, bathing, dressing and transferring elderly clients.
Well-versed in assisting residents with all kinds of activities of daily living.
Demonstrated ability to record and report changes in resident s eating habits...
Jenny can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Jenny took such good care of my mother. My mother loved her and was always happy to see her. The last few years have been so difficult. We took my mother out of a nursing home when Covid hit. Jenny helped our family in a hundred different ways. She is...
Judy T.
Maiella B.
Frederick, MD
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate And Caring Caregiver With Social Services Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive training and experience (4 years) working with older adults with Dementia and Alzheimer's diseases. My background is in long term care (nursing home) social services with a focus on this unique population. What I enjoy most about working with older adults is getting to know their legacy. I have completed...
Maiella can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Maiella did a great job taking care of my 63 year old brother. He has dementia and can be challenging. My family was impressed with the initiative Maiella took in finding activities for him. Most impressive was the fact that she stuck with it even during the times...
Hal J.
I'm a former homeschooling mom, and writer with a background in teaching Phys Ed at my childrens' school. I studied physical therapy and have student taught Anatomy and physiology and elementary ASL. I enjoy teaching 1:1 or in pods. I'm looking for a side gig, tutoring elementary age children, while my kids are with their dad. I...
Hi! I'm Michelle! I have more than 10 years of experience in giving senior cares. I can help with Transportation Services for doctors appointment, laundry and light housekeeping as well. I am reliable, responsible and patient. I give extra good care to my patients and will definitely perform the best on this craft.
Michelle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Mount Airy, MD
Margaret C.
5.0
Developing a homestead is wonderful, but it's also stressful when you want to go out of town. Will the berries I worked so hard to cultivate rot on the vines while I'm away? What about my fragile vegetable seedlings? What if my chickens start laying earlier than anticipated? For all of these...
- Care member
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole is a regular Marry Poppins! She's flexible, friendly, and always ready to roll with whatever the circumstances become. We are thrilled to have her take care of our kids. She gets them engaged with chores, they go for walks, play at the park, the pool, and visit the Library often. We have...
- Alex S.
Kimberly A.
5.0
I had Kim over in the late afternoon early evening to help with dinner and things around the house. Kim was always 15 minutes early, never late. Kim was a joy to have around the 4-5 times I had her come over. I would highly recommend Kim.
- Graham H.
Riley P.
5.0
Riley is very attentive and kind. She follows directions well and wants to excel at whatever she does. She has worked with my mother as a companion, and now following a stroke provides part time dependent care for her.
- Wendy K.
Sharon B.
5.0
Sharon has been providing care to my husband since January 2018. She is extremely dependable and adaptable to every situation. As my husband's illness has progressed, Sharon has been willing to learn how continue to support his needs. She can now use a hoyer lift, manage ostomy pouches, and provided...
- Mary R.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Mount Airy, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Mount Airy, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Mount Airy, MD, 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 Mount Airy, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Mount Airy, MD is $20.00 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 Mount Airy, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Mount Airy, MD. 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 Mount Airy, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Mount Airy, MD, 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 Mount Airy, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Mount Airy, MD, 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.