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Hi ! My name is Sandy. I provide mid-day dog walking services Monday-Friday. Duration of walks 20, 30 or 45 minutes. I have many years of experience walking dogs and I enjoy working with families. I love the outdoors and love spending time with dogs- which are, some of my best friends! PLEASE NOTE, I DO NOT DO OVERNIGHT PET...
Sandra can also help with: Pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
4.0
(1)
I have trained with Home Instead and was employed working as a personal caregiver for a 95-year-old woman with diabetes. I assisted her with mobility and physical therapy. Currently I work with Commonwealth Care in Charlottesville and this has given me the opportunity to work with clients who have suffered strokes, Alzheimers,...
Sherry can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"She is very caring and knowledgeable, with much experience."
charles S.
5.0
(5)
I have 34 years of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services. Light housekeeping. Meals. Appointments and basic care!
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"It's hard to imagine a better care giver and I recommend her without hesitation. She had tremendous compassion and empathy for my mom and her situation, but also provides a firm hand with a no-nonsense approach when that's called for. She has the respect and trust...
Michelle C.
Farrelle R.
Charlottesville, VA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Animal Lover - Available To Care For Any Pet & Any Pet Service Needed!
I have always LOVED all animals and have experience caring for dogs, cats, bunnies, chickens, ducks and many more!! I provide a wide range of services for your pet needs including: pet sitting, dog walking, dog training, bathing and light grooming experience. I am also available to stay over-night to watch over your pets & house...
Hello! My name is Emily (she/her). I'm 27 years old and am about to graduate with my Master of Teaching degree from the University of Virginia. Through my student teaching experiences, I have worked in classroom settings with both 6th graders and 10th graders. I am also a professional writing tutor with 4 years of experience...
While I have had no experience in direct
childcare in the past, I have a 7 year age gap with my younger brother and have taken on that role over the summers growing up! In addition, I have worked for 5 years over the summers in a town with a heavy tourist population at a summer position doing henna tattoos, where I applied...
Aliah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Austin M.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with General Errands and Vacation Services. I'm a great house keeper!
I come from a household of 10. My life has been filled with keeping up with the housekeeping for not only myself, but for everyone else living under my roof as well. Over the summer, I also worked for a local cleaning service.
Hailey can also help with: General room cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Brooke H.
Charlottesville, VA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My Name Is Brooke And I Am Looking For Childcare Opportunities!
My name is Brooke, I am 22 years old and I am going to Graduate school at the University of Virginia to get my Masters in Education and Human Development!! I am graduating James Madison University this May, with a B. S. in Health Sciences and a minor in Occupational Therapy!! I have been a nanny for 3 years and I currently work...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cassandra and I am from a small town in Georgia. I went to the University of West Georgia where I received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. I had the opportunity to live overseas, and attended seminary after returning from abroad. I have worked with children in numerous types of settings. I was a camp counselor at a...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lori K.
Charlottesville, VA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a very organized, mature, professional woman who offers a vast array of home management/organization services. Can't find anything in the closet or drawers? The kids' playrooms or bedrooms? I'll come and magically bring order to it all! I also can take care of party planning, house sitting, pet care and cleanup, and of...
Lori can also help with: Organization
Farrelle R.
Charlottesville, VA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I have 15+ years of childcare and pet sitting experience. I have always adored children and can be entrusted with all age ranges. I have been a babysitter/nanny for most of my life and was a camp counselor to a group of 8 children I was solely responsible for at a time. I have recently moved to c'ville from TX where I...
Farrelle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a very active person. A D1 track and field athletes. I love taking care of children and catering to them and I also enjoy cleaning.
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, attentive
I like working with kids because it brings me joy
I'm looking for a job that allows me to take care of children and teach children in a...
Dayeabasi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Nakayla and I'm a third year nursing student at UVA looking for occasional babysitting jobs near UVA during the school year. I'm also looking to babysit occasionally while I'm back in Stafford during the winter break. I mainly have availability to babysit on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. I have my...
Nakayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature compassionate caregiver/assistant. I have a medical assistant diploma and worked in medical field for 7 years. In addition I have a kinesiology fitness degree and have 10 experience with physical therapy and exercises to improve quality of life. I have 10 plus years as part time caregiver
Katherine can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very caring person and she was great with my 91 year old mom!"
Donna N.
Sylvia B.
Waynesboro, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Professional Dog Sitter/Pet Sitter/House Sitter/ Pet Taxi
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I went into dog/pet sitting as a profession 15 years ago after caring for family and friends' dogs for years. I am a member of Pet Sitters Associates and am bonded and insured. As a full-time Pet Sitter, I primarily handle dogs and cats, but am happy to add all of your menagerie except reptiles. Services included in Overnight...
Sylvia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"We LOVE Sylvia, she has been the best pet sitter we've ever had. She goes above and beyond with our pets, spending quality time playing with them and genuinely caring for their well-being. Our pets love her too, they get so excited anytime they see Sylvia pulling...
Waverly D.
Marquita H.
Waynesboro, VA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Versatile Worker That Meets The Needs For Families And Their Loves Ones
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me take the work out of housework for you and be there for all your needs.
Weekly or Biweekly cleaning service
Estate clean out and junk removal
Marquita can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization
5.0
"She was cheerful and very helpful..my husband and I were very pleased with her work. We will definitely have her back to help us again."
Loretta D.
5.0
(1)
I've taken care of animals since I was 8. Family and friends have relied on me to walk their dogs, and help out when needed. I would love to do the same for you!
I work part-time during the week with availability for morning services around 6:00-8:30 a.m. and evenings starting around 4:30 p.m. with complete availability on...
Skyler can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Skyler is professional, punctual & passionate"
Lacie M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Donna and I am applying for the caregiver position. For the last two years I took care of a senior woman in Charlottesville, VA. She has had a stroke and unable to use 90% of her right side. I help her with transferring, all daily living needs , physical therapy daily. Her routine is shower, dressing, hair, changing...
Donna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I I hired Donna to care for my husband, who had Parkinson's and dementia. Donna was a great care taker. She is extremely knowledgeable with the skill set necessary to care for your loved one. She is highly dependable. Willing to work when she can to make your...
Lisa M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I majored in social work, and have worked as a social worker in a nursing and rehab center as well as in foster care. I sincerely enjoy the senior population. When I worked at a nursing home, the thing I liked most was actually sitting and talking with the residents. I would greatly enjoy providing companionship services to a...
Andrea can also help with: Dementia
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in North Garden, VA
Sherry M.
4.0
She is very caring and knowledgeable, with much experience.
- charles S.
Janell P.
5.0
It's hard to imagine a better care giver and I recommend her without hesitation. She had tremendous compassion and empathy for my mom and her situation, but also provides a firm hand with a no-nonsense approach when that's called for. She has the respect and trust of my mom and the entire family....
- Michelle C.
Katherine K.
5.0
Very caring person and she was great with my 91 year old mom!
- Donna N.
Sylvia B.
5.0
We LOVE Sylvia, she has been the best pet sitter we've ever had. She goes above and beyond with our pets, spending quality time playing with them and genuinely caring for their well-being. Our pets love her too, they get so excited anytime they see Sylvia pulling in the driveway.
We couldn't...
- Waverly D.
Marquita H.
5.0
AAA service she arrived on time and was very professional.
- Don M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in North Garden, VA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in North Garden, VA?
To find a therapy dog near you in North Garden, VA, 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 North Garden, VA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in North Garden, VA is $22.00 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 North Garden, VA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in North Garden, VA. 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 North Garden, VA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in North Garden, VA, 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 North Garden, VA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in North Garden, VA, 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.