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Hi, my name is Emily and I have been caring for children, elderly and pets for my whole life. I was a preschool teacher and a teacher's assistant for Bergen County special services for years while I was attending college part time. I have many references and can supply them to you upon request. I love to help people and tend for...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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"Emily has been amazing with watching both my kids. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old. She is so attentive, communicative and overall sweetheart. I would recommend her for anyone. Great child care is hard to come by, so I'm glad I was able to find her. "
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Hi families, my name is Wendy, and I have more than 10 years of experience as a Housekeeper. As a meticulous person with an eye for detail, I am confident that my abilities can be of great value for your home. I am committed to providing excellent housekeeping service each time I enter at your home. As an experienced...
Wendy can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
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"Wendy was an amazing asset to get my house together for my daughter's birthday party. Wendy has been cleaning my house bi-weekly for about 6 months now. She is reliable, personable and does a great job. I would highly recommend her."
Debbie S.
I love animals, and have the most experience with dogs.
My family over the years, has had turtles, parakeets, cats, hamsters, rats, goldfish and dogs.
I must admit that dogs are my true love. I have enjoyed training them, and have taken excellent care of them. Unfortunately, I recently lost my Max to illness and I currently do...
Marie can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Gina B.
Allendale, NJ
$24-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Yoga Teacher, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant , Musician And Artist
I have been a health and wellness expert for the majority of my life. After owning a yoga studio for 11 years, I went on to become a COTA ( certified occupational therapy assistant). I have been a life long musician, am a great communicator and friend of animals.
Julia S.
Mahwah, NJ
$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Julia and I just graduated from the University of Delaware in May with a Human Services major (concentration in Early Childhood Development) and a double minor in Disability Studies and Medical Social Services, and I plan to become a Child Life Specialist. I have babysat for multiple families and have...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
I have experience with owning my own dogs as well as taking care of pets of others. I am mature 50-year-old gal that ran my own household and business and that included caring for my dogs that required a lot of love and attention. My own dogs were preemie in size and required feedings to be on time and watched carefully so that...
Lexi can also help with: Administration of medicine
Vanessa H.
Hawthorne, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a college student in school to get my doctorates in occupational therapy at Rutgers University. I have worked at a nursing home for 3 years as a unit clerk providing some care to residents as well. I have worked in the Ot field as an aide for 3 years now at nursing homes, hospitals, and pediatric settings....
Vanessa can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I am an allied health professional for 27 years and a certified professional dog trainer/service dog trainer for 8 years. I am available to work in the later afternoon/evenings and weekends. I am reliable and trustworthy. I have worked in rehab settings as a therapist with all ages for 27 years and am in the process of...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
Elementary Math, Spanish, social studies, studying for a test
If you need extra help for you child and you work schedule is complicated I can help
I Love all pets. Reliable, compassionate, professional and honest
Pet walking or pet sitting services.
Very flexible schedule.
Christi can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
I am a friendly Italian woman that's been doing house keeping for 10 years; every time I service a home or business I give 100% of my effort using organizational and time management skills to ensure my customer is given the best experience.
Lucia can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Hi there! I am studying Education at Fairfield University and am offering tutor services when I am home on break. I will be home December 15th-January 10th and from May 10th to End of August. Expertise: Reading/writing and Elementary math. Also willing to help with college apps and essays! Looking forward to hearing from you.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in daycare and preschool. I drove a school service for the daycare. I am raising my 5-year-old granddaughter. I have babysat 3 children in Pa.
Reliable and dedicated Caregiver with over 20 years of experience. Knowledgeable on handling a variety of chronic and degenerative diseases with focus on geriatric care and special needs patients. Adept at meal preparation, maintenance of a household and developing a strong positive rapport with a client.
Committed to ensuring...
Nukri can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
I have 6 years of experience in customer service. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I am looking for part time work to pair with another part time job that I am currently working.
Christian can also help with: Errands, light cleaning
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I have taken care of my mother who had Alzheimer's for 10+ years and I kept her at home. I also have a grandson with Anoxic Brian Enjoy that happened to use ago. It will be 57. His car is hard but I'm learning every day.
Penni can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
I have some experience with children on the Autism Spectrum, and I am hoping to gain more experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely empathetic, adaptive, and patient. I study Human Services and have classes that focus on children with special needs and would love to gain experience and build relationships...
I am currently attending school to receive my masters in occupational therapy. I have run / volunteered for various camps for children with special needs. I have observed at multiple school sites where children with disabilities attend. Lastly, I ran a class room for 6 months for children with special needs.
I have 12 years of caregiving experience. I am a patient, reliable, compassionate person who will ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for your loved one to thrive in.
Whatever tasks or services you want me to provide I will be more than happy to accommodate your family members needs.
Janet can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning
I am an Art Therapist and mother of 3. I have enjoyed staying home with my children but now that they are all in school, I am looking to provide therapeutic and caregiving services to those who need it in my community. I have experience working with seniors and the geriatric population. I also helped to care for my grandmother...
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Riverdale, NJ
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Riverdale, NJ?
To find a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, NJ?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Riverdale, NJ 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 Riverdale, NJ?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, NJ receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, NJ help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Riverdale, 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.