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I have an 85-year-old mother, and am familiar with some memory issues and the need to help with errands and companionship. I would enjoy a few hours a week providing these services for an elderly loved one! I have flexible hours and enjoy taking to appointments and shopping as well as providing some social interaction.
Catherine R.
Amesbury, MA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Upbeat, Reliable, Collaborative, Engaging, Creative, Mature, Dedicated Nanny With Great Experience.
5.0
(1)
I'm a mature, experienced nanny who is professional, collaborative, educationally minded, conscious of the ages and stages of childhood development.
I have a lot of great experience as a nanny with infants, toddlers and older children. I can share some terrific references.
I also have had a long history of working in human...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I’ve known Cathy for many years, and she is a fantastic person, and a wonderful caregiver. She would be extremely beneficial to anyone who is looking for help with their children or other people in their family. She has a very youthful spirit which makes her such a...
Steve B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had extensive experience caring for children ages 5 months to 11 years in a variety of settings. These include babysitting, homework helper, assistant dance teacher for beginning dancers, and assistant teacher for a first-grade classroom. I have also worked in after-school programs including homework club, self lead...
Tea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tea arrived right on time today and my toddler who is usually very guarded and hesitant with strangers connected with her immediately. She usually clings to me but she took to Tea right away. They interacted for hours without any TV time or need for my assist and...
Bridget N.
5.0
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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have a Bachelor of Science Degree and I have worked in health care for over 25 years, currently as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide. I have provided care for individuals including assisting them with daily activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, bathing and dressing, and companionship. This...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lisa has helped me tremendously for the past 6 months in my healing journeys, including laundry, shopping, showering, house cleaning, grocery shopping, doctor appointments etc. I found Lisa to be dependable, energetic, flexible, trustworthy, kind and thoughtful....
Betsy S.
5.0
(3)
I have over 15 years of varied experience working with elders. My experience includes working as a special programs case manager and assessing elders needs in their homes and hospital settings. In addition I have a degree in human services and a minor in counseling. I have earned a certificate as a professional organizer and...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Marie was the caregiver to my dog Duchess whenever I went on vacation. To say she has a passion for animals is an understatement. My dog Duchess was an old dog who needed a lot of care during the last days of her life. I hired Marie to come to my home a few...
Donna G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Emily and I am a certified K-6 Elementary School educator. I received my undergraduate degree from Endicott College in 2018 and obtained my masters of education from Boston University in 2020. I presently am a passionate educator working as a 4th grade teacher in Reading, MA. Given my years of in classroom...
5.0
"We were looking for help with daughter after schools closed because of the pandemic. Emily was exactly what we were looking for and more! She is kind, professional, punctual and makes learning fun. Our daughter counts down the days to her visits!"
Alissa S.
5.0
(1)
I offer pet care and pet sitting in my home or yours. My services include pet daycare, pet overnight, and dog walking. I am experienced in caring for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and rabbits. I have also fostered. My home provides a large yard enclosed with a 6 foot fence, and the option of using a private room for cats with a cat...
Marie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, dog training, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed....
Nathan D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Samnell I am a 25-year-old educational nanny for toddlers age 2. 5-4 ! I am looking to bring my services to MA in March ! I have been working with children for 10 years now through centers (recently was an infant teacher at Primrose School of East Cobb), nannying, and public school systems (through my vocational...
Samnell can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Samnell is amazing! She has so much energy and the kids really enjoyed spending time with her!"
Floris P.
Emily B.
Amesbury, MA
$25-28/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight Babysitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed social worker and have been in the field for 8+ years! I have worked in a range of settings, clinical, recreational and in community based family therapy. I primarily love working with youth and families and supporting the family dynamic. I love being outdoors and exploring the creativity and imaginations of...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emily has been great working at my summer camp. She is great with kids."
Greg B.
Ty R.
Merrimac, MA
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ty! I am a certified infant, toddler, preschool and Pre - K teacher. I have experience with school age children, 5-12-year-olds as well. I am also the oldest out of all my siblings and cousins and helped raise them. I have about 8 years of professional experience in the child care field. I have experience with ABA...
Ty can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ty has been our Nanny since early Sept 2020, and she's helped us immensely. We have a 6yo and 4yo and she's great with both of them. We are homeschooling our 6yo and Ty has really taken the lead with the curriculum and makes it fun for our daughter. She is...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I am a well experienced caretaker, I done mind running errands, taking you shopping or anything you might need, My main care taking back ground is with dementia and Alzheimer patients. I love to help and I'm very patient. Please reach out so we can chat. I also have experience with neuropathy and helping with...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle is incredible. She's very flexible to our crazy schedules and is an excellent cook, companion, and helper. In the short time she's been helping us, she's made a tremendous impact in our lives. I truly can't say enough nice things about her."
Paul W.
Hi! I have been a Nurse for 20 years and have experience with children and adults. I am certified in Alzheimer's and Dementia and also a certified hospice and palliative care nurse. For the past 10 year's I have been a home health and hospice nurse, but decided to branch off privately so I could spend more time with my patients...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Occupational Therapy Assistant for five years, CNA for five years prior.
CPR and first aid certified.
Comfortable with dogs, clean driving record.
Jacqui can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
I am a 35-
year-old professional with a B. S. in Psychology and went back to school to become an occupational therapy assistant. I have always loved animals since I was young. I have had cats my entire life and two dogs. I have pet-sat for people that have cats and or dogs who need some attention while their owners are away for...
Cyrilla can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Cassie. I am 28 years old and have been working with kids my whole life!
I went to SNHU to study Early childhood Development!
1. 4 years as Lead Toddle/Preschool Teacher at Bright Horizons
2. 2 ears (current full time job) ABA Therapy
Very energetic and love outdoors.
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Kiersten C
Merrimac MA
EDUCATION
-Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
TMS Therapy Tech through Boston Children's
WORK EXPERIENCE
-PCA for a gentleman with disabilities.
11/1/21-present day
-Private cleanings
2017-present day
-Merrimac Fire Department
Merrimac MA, Sept 2020-Present Day
I am the Admin to the...
Constantina R.
Seabrook, NH
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have dependable I take pride in cleaning an pay attention to detail. I owned my cleaning service but decided to get back into medical field however I'm currently looking to take on few part time cleaning jobs
Constantina can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
I'd describe my personality as easy going, attentive and kind.
I'm looking for a job that I can lend a helping hand to someone who is in need, while also going above and beyond with the quality of my services.
In my spare time, I like to stay home and hang out with my cats, I also enjoy practicing photography.
One thing you...
Sandi C.
Ipswich, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My career in early childhood education has provided remarkable opportunities for me to work alongside families and children from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. Furthermore, it has provided me with extensive knowledge and experiences working with individuals diagnosed with disabilities such as autism, hearing...
Sandi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Adrianne C.
Haverhill, MA
$20-30/hr
I have two dogs and two cats, I've been offering my pet care services since 2019 and am extremely comfortable around even the most timid animals.
Adrianne can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Newbury, MA
Catherine R.
5.0
I’ve known Cathy for many years, and she is a fantastic person, and a wonderful caregiver. She would be extremely beneficial to anyone who is looking for help with their children or other people in their family. She has a very youthful spirit which makes her such a good fit to work with children....
- Steve B.
Tea F.
5.0
TĂ©a has been an amazing caretaker for our 17-month-old son over the past year. In addition to being a reliable, friendly, and trustworthy person, her dedication to early education has exceeded our expectations. TĂ©a does her research and brings in fun activities each week that hit on key...
- Kurt M.
Lisa C.
5.0
Lisa has helped me tremendously for the past 6 months in my healing journeys, including laundry, shopping, showering, house cleaning, grocery shopping, doctor appointments etc. I found Lisa to be dependable, energetic, flexible, trustworthy, kind and thoughtful. I would not hesitate to recommend...
- Betsy S.
Marie O.
5.0
Marie is an outstanding caregiver. Personally, she is patient, compassionate, respectful, reliable, has excellent interpersonal skills and is a wonderful communicator. Her empathetic personality is encouraging and positive. She has effective time management skills so she can multi-task, plan well,...
- Janice D.
Emily H.
5.0
We were looking for help with daughter after schools closed because of the pandemic. Emily was exactly what we were looking for and more! She is kind, professional, punctual and makes learning fun. Our daughter counts down the days to her visits!
- Alissa S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newbury, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Newbury, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Newbury, 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 Newbury, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Newbury, MA is $15.00 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 Newbury, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Newbury, 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 Newbury, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Newbury, 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 Newbury, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Newbury, 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.