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4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm an experienced, friendly and easy going nanny. COVID vaccinated, have a car and good references. Currently I am employed full-time during the week, but I will be available full-time starting in early july 2024. The baby I take care will be starting to attend a day care and from late June on they won't need me...
Yasmin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Yasmin was thoughtful and kind, and tried hard to keep the kids occupied and entertained while we were working from home. She is creative and likes arts and crafts; great with play doh and coloring. She is a good cook. Likes puzzles and games with the kids....
Victor C.
5.0
(4)
Greetings! I am thrilled to announce that I come with over a decade of experience working as both a caregiver and nanny. I am confident in my abilities to provide exceptional care for children of all ages, ranging from newborns to teenagers. My expertise also extends to light housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation to...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"She is an excellent person, nanny, always took great care of my kids, kept my house clean, and did more then what I expected. "
Care member
Tori T.
Stamford, CT
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Seeking To Help Loved Ones Or Those In Need
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Tori and I'm currently available to assist any family in need of personal care for its loved ones (or for him/herself). With over 10 years of CNA experience, I am most noted for my abilities to rise to any occasion, my knowledge of a wide range of illnesses along with the utilized training to execute daily tasks....
Tori can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tori has worked for me in the past to take care of a friend on disability (not on Care.com). She is outstanding! Lots of experience. Delivers only the best care and she is extremely attentive. Her personality is upbeat, warm and kind. She makes an immediate...
Adele L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Work experience: Daycare, Homework help program, Athletics Summer Camp, Full time families, Part time families, Occasional Date Night.
I have traveled with families as well.
I graduated May of 2019 - Master's Degree in Investigative Services. Looking to pursue my P. H. D. in the far future. Keeping children busy with fun...
Angelika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We worked together as co-nannies and we did really well together. Angelika was great at communicating with me so that we were able to coordinate fun activities/outings for the children. Shes very organized and always on top of things. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Are you looking for a patient, dependable, and effective tutor to assist your child with test prep, homework, or ever-changing curricula? I can help! I am an experienced certified educator and tutor with 12 years of service in public elementary and middle schools.
I have extensive tutoring experience and have helped students...
5.0
"Rachel is a knowledgeable tutor and my daughter felt very comfortable with her. She was engaging and took the time to lay out a detailed plan in order to prepare her for her test. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Nine year experience caring for those who need it the most. Performing services such as admitting, transferring, and discharging.
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Hiring Denton was one of the best decisions my family made when arranging care for my 90-year-old dad. Denton proved to us to be a skillful professional care-giver, a conscientious and reliable employee, and a caring companion for my dad. He also repeatedly...
George D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 5 years of experience working as a housekeeper, talented, detail oriented providing excellent housekeeping service. Professional attitude and highly motivated individual. My services include clothes washing and organization, dust, mop, sweep, change sheets, change bulbs, care of delicate clothing, cook healthy...
Ana can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"I am writing to recommend the character and work ethic of Ana G., who has worked with our family for almost three years. Ana is simply the finest person I have ever worked with and I cannot say enough positive things about her.
Ana has simultaneously worked as...
Erin C.
4.4
(20)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Dear friend: I do match well, with wise, positive attitude, humble, no hoarders./I have experience with property management, new born babies, all the way trough college, home schooling, autism, down syndrome, 5 siblings at one's, quadriplegics, pets, elders, all stages of Alzheimer's, I was blind's volunteer, professional...
Lila can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"He is a super nice, positive and very hardworking person."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and I truly love it. I have over 10 years of experience. I enjoyed watching my daughter grow up and graduate from college. As a single mom, it wasn't easy, but I am a hard worker and love what I do. After my daughter...
Debbie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Debbie to babysit my 8 year old daughter and we absolutely love her. Punctual, reliable, friendly, helpful, and most importantly, great with kids. My daughter likes how she sticks to the bedtime schedule because it gives her a sense of security when I'm not...
Danielle C.
Yesenia C.
White Plains, NY
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Responsible Caring Nanny With An BS In Communication Disorders (SLP) Focused In Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a experienced, enthusiastic, and caring person that love children. I'm from Dominican Republic. I've been living in the country for more than 9 years. I'm certified in CPR/AED. I am also graduated from Mercy College. I earned my BS in Communication Disorders (SLP). I have more than 9 years of experience, along with helping...
Yesenia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's very enthusiastic, responsible, and experienced babysitter. She will find something to do, not the kind of sitter who seats because the work is done. Such a good person. So grateful I had her as part of my family."
Melanie R.
Dogs are my life. Have taken care of dogs for friends and family for many years. Reliable, trustworthy, affectionate. Dogs are truly family to me.
Never far away from dogs. Open to house sitting as well as walking opportunities. Very flexible. Availability generally any day of the week. Can work around our schedules.
When...
James can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jim has walked my 12 yr old Pomeranian many times, and I’ve had him watch Petie in my home when I’ve gone on multi day trips. I trust Jim completely, Petie talk to him immediately. Jim is caring, responsible, punctual, and an attentive - He has a wonderful way with...
Craig C.
Hi! My name is Nicole and I have been a Harrison resident for over 30 years. I have two grown children and two beautiful granddaughters. In addition, I had a Maltese named Chloe who recently passed away and still have my Senior Goldendoodle Sophie. They are part of our family and included in everything. I can offer boarding,...
Nicole can also help with: Boarding
Estefania L.
Norwalk, CT
$15-25/hr
I really love animals and taking care of them don't consider it a job but a therapy, something I do with too much love. I have no professional experience, only that in my country I occasionally took care of the pets of my family and friends.
I consider myself a responsible and reliable person for the care of pets.
Estefania can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hello! Here is your friendly dog lover! At this moment I have two dogs, one 12-year-old little white fluff ball and another 4-year-old rescue mut. I have been taking care of them since they joined our family. I love going on walks with up to three dogs and playing fetch with them at parks! Please message me if you are looking...
Juliet can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rachel J.
Stamford, CT
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Vocational / job coaching
Behavioral therapy
Social Skills Development
Companionship
Motor Skill development
ADHD coach
Organization Coach
Guided meditation instructor
Sofia B.
Bayville, NY
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Sofia. I am 19 years old, I live in Bayville and I love dogs and Pokemon. After being a camp counselor for community service I love playing with children and helping them have fun with outside activities. I also have taken care of my boyfriend's twin siblings last summer and they are the reason I love babysitting. I...
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting
a professional cleaning service dedicated and impeccable cleaning for residential and commercial spaces.
Nana Kwasi B.
Stamford, CT
$26/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there, I am Nana. I am a UConn student and I have 1 year of experience in babysitting and 1 year experience with elderly care. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. If you're interested in my services please contact me. Thank you and have an awesome day.
Nana Kwasi can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Jenny P.
Stamford, CT
$16-21/hr
I love working with dogs and have in the past provided in home pet sitting and pet care services such as feeding, walking, socializing, reinforcing good habits, and overnight care.
Jenny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My mom offers cleaning services! If you are looking for someone to give you an extra hand around the house and help maintain your house clean, my mom is the one! She doesn't fluently speak english but she does understand it! Her main language is spanish. Please contact me if you are in need of any house cleaning services and I...
Deleni can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Riverside, CT
Yasmin O.
5.0
Yasmin has been working with my family for 2 years. She has become a family member. Unfortunately, my kids do not require full-time care. She has always been helpful. She is dependable and responsible. She will think ahead and plan accordingly. My 2 kids love spending time with her. She is...
- Tiziana D.
Jennifer E.
5.0
Nanny Jenny is wonderful with our 12 week old baby. She is patient, loving and nurturing. She is very knowledgeable and has great tips for me as a first time mom from both her professional and personal experience
- Care member
Tori T.
5.0
Tori has worked for me in the past to take care of a friend on disability (not on Care.com). She is outstanding! Lots of experience. Delivers only the best care and she is extremely attentive. Her personality is upbeat, warm and kind. She makes an immediate personal connection with her patients and...
- Adele L.
Angelika B.
5.0
We worked together as co-nannies and we did really well together. Angelika was great at communicating with me so that we were able to coordinate fun activities/outings for the children. Shes very organized and always on top of things.
- Care member
Rachel D.
5.0
Rachel is a highly-professional, effective, and caring tutor. We hired her for four months to help our 5th grader prepare for the ISEE test. She was very organized in planing each session, leaving our son with extra assignments, and providing a thoughtful email summary of each visit that was...
- Adam A.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Riverside, CT
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Riverside, CT?
To find a therapy dog near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, CT?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, CT?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, CT receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, CT help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Riverside, 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.