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Marie Michel A.
Boston, MA
$18-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm Marie (or Mija). I'm currently a sophomore in college studying biology in Boston. I had been babysitting children in my town since I was 12 but stopped when I got to college but I'm looking to get back into it! I love kids and understand the compassion and patience needed to take care of them. I'm responsible but still...
Marie Michel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marie was awesome! We needed a sitter very last minute and she responded to my evening job posting and showed up on time (actually a little early!) the next morning. She was responsible, warm, and great with the kids. Would hire again in a heartbeat!"
Care member
Suzanne G.
Natick, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate and hard working
person who has been working in this field for
over 12 years. I have skilled training in elderly
care from companionship, personal care, COPD,
dementia, hospice, medication management,
multiple sclerosis, stroke patients and much
more.
I am known to be someone who goes above
and beyond...
Suzanne can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Suzanne was a very attentive and intuitive caregiver for my mother.
She has a lot of patience with the elderly
She has experience advocating with Dr. office visits, managing meds, all ADL's. Experience with incontinence, colostomy care. In addition She is a...
Charlene G.
Roddy P.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Companion Care For Dementia And Alzheimer's Clients
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified Dementia Practitioner, certified in Alzheimer's Rehabilitation Training, and am CPR certified.
Seeking a position where I can help make a difference in someone's life.
Most of my experience is working with high-net-worth individuals in their homes.
Providing care, maintaining dignity, and stimulating cognition, are...
Roddy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Roddy has been a wonderful addition to our team at Seniors Helping Seniors. He is reliable, caring, kind and supportive of his client's unique needs. He takes time to get to know his clients to ensure he is making the most of his time with them....
Josh O.
Evelyn A.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
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...
Evelyn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very respectful, caring, and hard working"
Selina N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...
5.0
"Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."
Alysia M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently live in Medford, MA. I have over eight years childcare experienced as a Nanny, working as a Teacher's Assistant for a cooperative in Virginia Beach, or working as an RBT in Hawaii. I worked with children diagnosed with ASD while working as a Teacher's Assistant and RBT. I am trained in deescalating procedures as well...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica was our summer nanny last year and was absolutely wonderful. She was very engaging with my two boys and planned out activities for them to do every day. She was great about spending some one on one time with each of them daily as their interests are...
Lee V.
5.0
(1)
Professionals with 10+ years experience skilled in Acute, Skilled Unit Services, Memory care and Homecare setting.
Mbatudde can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"A lovely person who was incredibly patient and professional. Highly recommended."
Buz L.
Caitlyn M.
Medford, MA
$27-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 23 years old with roughly five years of babysitting experience! Most recently I was a preschool teacher working mainly in the toddler classroom for about one year. As well as my experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from just 3 months old up to 10 years...
Caitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlyn cared for our infant daughter until we moved out of state. She is sweet, dependable, and always on time. We would have loved to keep working with her!"
Amy L.
Nmesoma O.
Medford, MA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative lady who has 2+ years care experience.
With me, you and loved one will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks like grocery shopping, meal preparation, light house keeping if required. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Nmesoma can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Nmesoma is an educated cultured girl
Dependable loving work
Always smiling and well in work while lightly singing ( experience qualified)
Religious thinking makes our life upward
Very reasonable in asking for the remuneration
We had always enjoyed her...
Dhanjibhai P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, dedicated, reliable and flexible cleaning professional and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I offer high quality service and reasonable rates in one-time or regular basis (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) arrangement. Cleaning supplies are negotiable, I have the basic to offer and we can discuss...
Stephanie can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Melissa I.
Medford, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Creative Responsible Female Seeking Senior Care Positions
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with retired seniors in non-profit volunteer settings, and assisting them in their projects.
In addition, I have provided care services for my grandmother, who has lived in a senior community for several years.
I provide companionship, cooking meals, walking, reading, and good conversation.
I am...
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Carla.
I have openings in my Cleaning schedule and I could clean your house Once a month, biweekly, or weekly'
I offer competitive rates and great reference's
If you have any question or wish to discuss further detail Call or text.
Facilities Serviced
* Homes
* Condominiums
* Apartments
* Offices.
Carla can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
4.9
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a dog and cat lover with 10 years of pet care and house sitting experience, as well as the proud pet parent of 2 cats and 2 dogs, all rescues. For several years I volunteered at Save a Dog Humane Society, providing hands-on care and training. I have a flexible schedule and generally available on short notice. I am reliable,...
Katie can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Katie was a wonderful caregiver for our dog for five years. When we went away, she would stay overnight in our home with our pup. He required medication a few times ago and we trusted Katie to make sure he took it on schedule. She frequently texted us photos and...
Tamara W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Imani and I'm 24 years old. I'm a second year dental student with aspirations of specializing in pediatric dentistry. I am currently on leave until July, 2024, and looking to nanny part time. I am trained in CPR and first aid training, COVID and Flu vaccinated. I have also completed a background check and have...
Imani can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Imani was a wonderful playmate for my 4 yo and we would be happy to have her back!"
Joy G.
Emma S.
South Boston, MA
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am 24 years old. I absolutely love working with kids. I have worked at two different summer camps with children ranging from ages 3-12 along with children of special needs. In addition, I have babysat children from 6 months-13 years old and nannied full time the past four summers. I am CPR certified...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is an outstanding babysitter! We hired her to watch our 14 month old son for a date night. She is kind, responsive and very comfortable with children. She did a great job taking care of him for the few hours we were gone. We can't wait for her to babysit...
Kate F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gerline. I love working with children. Their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible, dependable, but also fun and energetic. I am originally from Haiti where I grew up.
I studied Early Childhood Education as part of my University Education in Haiti and have an...
Gerline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gerline took care of our little guy from 3 months - 9 months. She came into our lives when we were pretty confused about what to even do with a baby and she was not only a fantastic nanny but taught us a great deal about how to best care for him! Our son loves her...
Rebekah P.
5.0
(1)
I dedicate my spare time to the senior community. I feel this group needs my medical expertise, love, kindness, respect, laughter, and care. I bring professionalism and courtesy. I am a surgical specialist in the dental office. When I am not practicing dentistry, I dedicate my time as a nurse to assist seniors and special needs....
Amilton can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Reliable, very easy to reach and responsive to texts, very attentive, respectful and capable. Kind, friendly, strong. "
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I believe that honesty comes first. I know how hard it is to open the house to a stranger, but with serious professionalism everything works out well.
I really want to help. I like to clean and organize.
I have a lot of experience and some good references too.
Customized service!
I am a mother and a housewife.
Your...
Ana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Ana is absolutely wonderful! She is punctual, reliable, and thorough. We view her as a part of our family and would highly recommend her!"
Megan S.
5.0
(1)
Paula's Cleaning and Organizing Services - your partner in creating pristine and harmonious spaces. With a passion for cleanliness and an eye for detail, Paula are dedicated to transforming your home or office into an oasis of order and tranquility.
Paula understands that a clean and organized environment has a profound impact...
Paula can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Mary, I have a BA in Public Health . I have 15 years of experience providing health care support to a wide variety of patients ranging from patients with dementia and Alzheimer's , developmental disabilities and other challenges to hospice care for the elderly.
I enjoy providing in home care services for the...
Mary can also help with: Respite care, personal care, home modification, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Mary came at nights to help with my dad. She's very friendly, always willing to strike up a conversation! Every morning, she made sure that my dad had a bath and had clean clothes and teeth before leaving. Plus, my 4 year old would just wait by the door for her...
Suzie L.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Newton Highlands, MA
Marie Michel A.
5.0
Marie was awesome! We needed a sitter very last minute and she responded to my evening job posting and showed up on time (actually a little early!) the next morning. She was responsible, warm, and great with the kids. Would hire again in a heartbeat!
- Care member
Suzanne G.
5.0
Suzanne was a very attentive and intuitive caregiver for my mother.
She has a lot of patience with the elderly
She has experience advocating with Dr. office visits, managing meds, all ADL's. Experience with incontinence, colostomy care. In addition She is a great companion. And will do extras if...
- Charlene G.
Roddy P.
5.0
Roddy is exceptional!
Along with dependable and flexible, Roddy is conscientious, proactive, kind and bright!
He genuinely cares for his clients and holds himself to a high standard . So, if you want someone who goes above and beyond, is teachable while being experienced, Roddy fits the bill.
- Amy D.
Evelyn A.
5.0
I ended up not being able to bring Evelyn on, but I wish I had. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and had great suggestions. She clearly knew the job and had a wealth of experience. I hope to employ her in the future.
- Erika D.
Maria V.
5.0
Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her.
- Alysia M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Newton Highlands, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Newton Highlands, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Newton Highlands, 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.