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Hi! I am currently a student at the University of Vermont pursuing my bachelors degree in Public Communications. I will be home for the summer from beginning of June to end of August. I love working with kids and have experience babysitting my 2 yr old cousin as well as experience dog sitting for my neighbor for a few years. I...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leah S.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leah. I'm looking for occasional part-time jobs in the area of housekeeping. I have 3 1/2 years of housekeeping experience since I was a young teenager. I can provide references for each service as needed. Please call me anytime. Thanks!
Leah can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Isabella T.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Bella and am currently enrolled in Quinnipiac University and studying Occupational Therapy. I have experience babysitting children and as a lifeguard.
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling
Elsa C.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Assist On All Personal Needs Such As Cooking,cleaning,Dr Appointment ,chauffeur , Hair Salon,laundry
I am from Peru, 12 years of experience in senior nursing home, 30years experience in private home service people with dignity overall a well rounded person l use to work at mid way Nursing home located in Maspeth.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids for over 15 years. I have worked in camps, homes, and schools. Among the many families that I have watched have been a family with four kids, including an 1-month-old and two dogs, and a family with 16-month-old twins. I am good with caring for multiple kids of different ages, picking up after kids are in...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top...
Theresa B.
5.0
(4)
Hi !! My name is Maria , I live in Dover .
I have 12 years of experience. I Support patients by providing light housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. I Assist patients by providing personal services, such as bathing,...
Maria Isabel can also help with: Dementia, personal care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again."
Madelin D.
Genevieve P.
Hopatcong, NJ
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Professional Experience With Children With Behavioral Disorders
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have my bachelors degree in psychology and I have over one year experience working. During the time that I was working in behavioral therapy, I had clients with a variety of behavioral disorders and mental deficiencies. I have experience working with: ADD, ADHD, ODD, APD, autism, down syndrome, mentally challenged,...
Francine M.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My full time job since 1995 has been a stay at home mom raising my four boys. Now, my youngest is 20 years old. I've always enjoyed being around children and pets. I have a Holland lop bunny. I'm friendly, honest, and enjoy helping others and would be interested in child or pet care.
I'm also available to personal shop (food,...
Francine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Fran is fantastic.
She used to care for our 3 children ranging from 6 to 11 and had a great relationship with them all. Having seen her with her own family I had no concerns my 3 would be in safe hands.
I still get told I can't make waffles and mac and...
Beth M.
Evanisia F.
Wharton, NJ
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience as a caregiver, with love, care, giving my best. I am certified as CHHA, emotional and behavioral challenges and CBT ( Dementia/ depression/ anxiety/ anger); I have experience with medication management, caregiver support, bath, eating health... I have CPR, AED and First aid; Also, I am certified in...
Evanisia can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever."
Jessica D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I am currently working towards getting my masters degree in child psychology. I have grown up working with kids, while in dance or in a therapy setting. I love seeing the progress and connections that kids are making everyday. Children's brains are so malleable and take in so much of the world at once; so I want...
5.0
"alyssa is a gem! polite, timely, and great with kids!"
Angelo M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a nanny for 9 years now and I never get sick of it for a single moment. I worked as a TSS for Providence Community Services for over a year and thats when I gained experience working with children with behavioral disorders and completed my CPR, first aid, and crisis prevention certifications. I have a strong...
Genevieve can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Genevieve to work with our ten year old daughter, R, who has many special needs including being nonverbal. When Genevieve arrived to our house she was professionally dressed and immediately sat down on the floor and addressed R, saying "hi" and speaking...
Heather M.
I have owned several types of animals, knowing how each type of animal differs in specific types of attention. I currently own a dog and a cat, but also have experience owning and/or caring for other dogs, cats, fish, chinchillas, horses, frogs, mice, guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits. I am an animal lover, and have a...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation
Lauren D.
Sparta, NJ
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Doctorate Student Seeking Summer Work
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am a recent graduate from the occupational therapy doctoral program at the University of Pittsburgh. I am looking for work for this summer either one time/occasional or part time/seasonal, I'm open! I am available all days of the week (week days and weekends) and any time throughout the day.
I...
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Lauren D.
Sparta, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Doctorate Student Seeking Summer Work
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am an occupational therapy doctorate student at the University of Pittsburgh. I am home in New Jersey for summer break and will be available M-F starting July 22 until about August 22 for special needs. I have also years of experience as a babysitter, mother's helper, and summer camp counselor for...
Hi! My name is Lauren and I recently graduated from Pitt's Occupational Therapy Doctoral program. My schedule is very open with all days and times typically free! I am a hard worker and I am extremely detail-oriented and organized. I have worked a variety of jobs and can adapt to a lot of different situations! I particularly...
Joan M.
Sparta, NJ
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Joan. I have many years experience in cleaning homes as I once had my own small cleaning service. Once I had children they became the priority. Fast forward, I now have some time and would love to be able to provide a service to those in need. I am reliable, kind , considerate, respectful and accommodating within...
Joan can also help with: General room cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
I provide dog sitting, walking , and bathing services. I am an experienced dog sitter. I love having the opportunity to care for ones fur animals as they are an important part for any family. Dogs of all sizes are welcomed.
Christina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have a lot of experience watching children ages 4-13 but I am open to all ages. I have worked individually and in group settings. I love working with children and am currently working on my bachelor's degree in psychology with a focus on early childhood development. I also offer tutoring services in all subjects and SAT/ACT...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a recent graduate from the occupational therapy doctoral program at Pitt. I am looking for work for this summer either one time/occasional or part time/seasonal, I'm open! I am available all days and times throughout the week.
I am first aid/CPR certified. I have worked a variety of jobs as a...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Briana C.
Mount Arlington, NJ
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Briana and I am 23 years old. I am a huge animal lover and have probably owned every animal possible from domestic to exotic! A majority of my time has more than likely been spent with animals than humans! I grew up with 3 beloved ferrets who I owned from 1st grade all the way through high school, we also had 2...
Briana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oak Ridge, NJ
Laura D.
5.0
Laura babysat for my 10 year old one evening and looked after our extremely energetic dog on several occasions. She was terrific with both my daughter and the dog and professional and courteous with me and my husband. I would definitely recommend Laura as a top notch sitter.
- Theresa B.
Maria Isabel L.
5.0
Excellent caregiver , Always ensuring the wellbeing of her patients . I would definitely hire her again.
- Madelin D.
Francine M.
5.0
We hired Francine for our 2 yr old boy and infant girl. She regularly helps us out, our kids love her!! She's super dependable and is a lot of fun. We also found out that she's a very good cook :) since her kids are all grown up, her availability is very open and she's flexible with her time
- Jonathan F.
Evanisia F.
5.0
She is the best! Who has one Eva in life doesn't need anything else. She takes care of everything! She knows how to do and manage all situations. Also, she is the best cook ever.
- Jessica D.
Alyssa S.
5.0
alyssa is a gem! polite, timely, and great with kids!
- Angelo M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oak Ridge, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oak Ridge, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ, 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oak Ridge, NJ is $19.00 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ. 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 Oak Ridge, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ, 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 Oak Ridge, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oak Ridge, NJ, 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.