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Ilmira A.
Jewett City, CT
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Mira and I am eager to fulfill your housekeeping needs! I do have a full time job, but I enjoy providing my services to my community. My services are flexible to your needs, ranging from light housekeeping to a deep clean. I can also assist in event cleanups and one time cleanings. I am happy to provide my...
Ilmira can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning & more
Meaghan R.
Ledyard, CT
$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! Im Meaghan, 40 years old and a mom of 2 girls ages 17 and 10. Both of my girls attend school here in Ledyard. We are a military family and have lived in Ledyard for 3 years. I've worked in early intervention, home care and in the local school system. I enjoy doing laundry and cleaning my own home and am looking to offer...
Meaghan can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Linda B I have my own vehicle and I am available for transporting you to appointment, picking up your children from school or dropping them of to school or activities. I have CDL License for over 20 years. I'm available ASAP. So, if you're looking for someone dependable. I'm here to provide your service. Personable and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Abena, CNA certified. I have 15 years of experience in home care services. I am compassionate, trusting, dependable and competent caregiver. I have much experience with Alzheimer, dementia and hospice patients. I am very out going and easy to talk to, and also take my job very serious, I also have experience with...
Abena can also help with: General room cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
Myra K.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
I'm a mom of 4 adult children. My youngest son is on the autism spectrum, my oldest daughter, whom we adopted has RAD. I work in social services and have extensive experience with child development.
Joyce P.
Gales Ferry, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attenders,home Health Aide Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep And A Nanny
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 25 years and a Direct support professional at key humans services , Oak hill and whole life facility I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's and rehab patients and special needs patients also with traumatic brain injury patients
I love my profession and have a very caring and nurturing personality....
Joyce can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Sarah K.
Jewett City, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I can also help with some errands and lighthouse keeping.
Sarah can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Megan W.
Norwich, CT
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as devoted, caring and personable.
I like working with kids because it's been my passion since a young age. Helping child flourish and become the best they can be is what I live for.
I'm looking for a job that is willing to help me grow, I want to provide a family with my service and I want they to...
Angela C.
Uncasville, CT
$21-38/hr
Hello! I am a 23-year-old recent college graduate taking a year off from school to spend more time with my elderly father. I hold two Bachelor of Arts degrees: one in history and another in sociology. Most of my professional experiences are centered around education at the K-12 level, higher education, as well as work in...
Yulia P.
Uncasville, CT
$22-38/hr • 1 yrs exp
Empathic And Carrying Person Who Understands Other's Needs.
I don't have an experience working in the company but I have my personal experience helping taking care of my grandmother who was 76 with diabetics and 93 yo grandfather . I can help with Home Care, Transportation Services and Meal Preparation.
Yulia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, personal care & more
I am a certified vaccinated nurses aide. I have had ongoing training in CPR, first aid, Alzheimer's care, end of life care, and other various health care training. I also have a public service license. I have worked with various individuals with mental and physical handicaps for over 10 years. I specialize in working with the...
Marilyn can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were 100% comfortable leaving our children with Arielle. She easily connected with our 7yo while also navigating the chaos of our toddler and infant smoothly. Arielle is a breeze to communicate with. She was punctual and dependable. I would highly recommend...
Megan B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently a deans list doctorate of physical therapy student at the University of Hartford, and I live in Niantic CT. I am currently looking for a part time position while I am between clinical rotations for a family relatively close to Niantic who may need child care during the week...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was a caregiver in our church nursery for several years. I was most impressed with how naturally and creatively she played with the young children and toddlers. She immediately sat on the floor with them and engaged them in active play, or followed their...
Jill W.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a blessed mother of two grown children and grandma. I have spent my life devoted to being of service to others.
I made the shift to caregiving about 4 years ago after a dear friend was diagnosed with cancer and found it to be very rewarding. I cared for her from treatment to her last day. Most recently cared for a...
Katheryn can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kathy has recently been working PT with my mother. She is a delight to work with, and extremely reliable. In fact, she consistently exceeds the expectations by going above and beyond what is asked of her. Kathy has a way of picking up on what is required and going...
Merideth T.
5.0
(2)
I have an Associates Degree in Gerontology (Social Services for Elderly) and worked in a nursing home as well as private duty aide for the Ct. Social Service Department. I grew up around seniors as my parents ran a private nursing home when I was a child. In the early sixties I had more Grandparents than I could imagine and they...
Marie can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Marie was with my family for eight years. She was my step mother's care giver and then after her death, Marie continued in her role with my father. She made that loss bearable for my father who suffers from dementia. During her time with us, she was a kind,...
Dorothy A.
Cindy B.
Windham, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have many years experience as a CNA, hospice, physical therapy. I am a very hard worker, compassionate, reliable and outgoing. I have many references . Please consider me for this .position. Look forward to speaking with you. Thank You, Cindy.
Cindy can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Miss Cindy goes above & beyond her expectations, having her in our families life has been a true blessing.
She is modest and trustworthy, a person who always puts others before herself. This woman can easily work with humans of all ages and individual needs."
Emily M.
5.0
(1)
I was born and raised in Connecticut . I have 3 beautiful grown children . I am a retired pediatric nurse who enjoys many outdoor activities including hiking , swimming , bike riding and gardening I am a very creative person so arts and crafts have been a great outlet . As a pediatric nurse I enjoy working with children and...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kimberly was amazing! She went out of her way to make us comfortable leaving our three pets in her care. She updated us with videos while we were away and was flexible with the timing of care. We will definitely request her in the future!"
Timothy R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My career included 20 years of employment in a physical therapy department at a hospital followed by 15 years at out-patient clinics and rehab facilities. I also worked for the American Red Cross for 30 years, and a few years at Seniors Helping Seniors so I have a great deal of experience caring for people of all ages. I have...
Elaine can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"I have been working with Elaine now for several weeks, and she is nothing short of spectacular!
My experience using Care.com has taught me to be very careful of who you hire and allow in your home.
There are flaky people, not to mention at least one "scary...
Clifford R.
5.0
(1)
I am not your average Care Giver.... I have over 20 years of holistic body, mind and spirit centered care giving, teaching and training of others. Extensive experience with dementia and stroke clientele, hospice care, spinal degeneration and medication administration. My background is in Body Centered Therapies, Energy work,...
Charon can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Charon worked with my mother as a companion as needed over the period of several months to a year. She always brought her cheerfulness and fun ideas for engaging my Mom. She helped with getting my Mom lunch and even brought fresh vegetables from her garden on...
Jane P.
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I began my babysitting career by taking a course offered by my home town of Waterford, CT which taught safety measures, mindful ways of having fun with kids, as well as first aid. I've provided long-term services for families with children from 6 months to 9 years, and am super comfortable with children of all ages...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Dependable, patient, professional"
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Preston, CT
Arielle S.
5.0
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...
- Rebecca S.
Julia H.
5.0
Julia is responsible and fun. She has babysat for me at least once a month over the past year. My 5 year old and 10 year old boys love that she plays with them and they listen to her very well. She has a bubbly personality and always gets back to me quickly. Julia is honest about my kids and she...
- Stacy R.
Katheryn A.
5.0
I have had the pleasure being trained and working with Kathy for over 3 years . We shared the same client and have learned so many different things from one another during that time. Kathy is an excellent caregiver who is very compassionate about what she does. Her compassionate nature, reliability,...
- Carola D.
Marie J.
5.0
Marie was with my family for eight years. She was my step mother's care giver and then after her death, Marie continued in her role with my father. She made that loss bearable for my father who suffers from dementia. During her time with us, she was a kind, thoughtful caregiver who kept my...
- Dorothy A.
Cindy B.
5.0
Cindy is a Very sweet and outgoing person and patient advocate. Personable and outgoing caregiver as well. I would trust her to take care of any of my beloved family members, and at any age - infant to elderly!
- Kristen A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Preston, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Preston, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Preston, CT, 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 Preston, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Preston, CT is $25.00 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 Preston, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Preston, CT. 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 Preston, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Preston, CT, 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 Preston, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Preston, CT, 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.