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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am excited to work with you. Here is a little about me. I have a degree in Biology from Northeastern University. I come with an extensive history of working with children of various ages. Specifically with infants as I was a Newborn Hearing Technician for quite some time. Throughout my career, I've worked at summer...
Laureen can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laureen was a delight to work with. She was able to help my family out in my time of need. She babysat my infant on a few occasions. Her expertise with newborns really helped out in caring for our baby. I would recommend Laureen as a reliable and helpful baby...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...
Sura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!"
Samira E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jamie, I'm 30 years old and a University of Miami graduate with a BA in Sociology. I was recently working as a backup caregiver for Care. com, now I'm currently working Hybrid at City Hall as a Constituent Services Director. In terms of babysitting experience, I have plenty! I have been working with children...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would hire Jamie full time if she didn’t already have another job! She has so much energy and my kids both took to her immediately. Hope to get the opportunity to work with her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Bathing, toileting, eating (GI tube feeding), other personal care, household care like laundry, light dusting, vacuuming and light meal preparations, companionship, transportation, appointments and physical therapy.
Background
Transplant from Miami. Started as a PCA during college 16 years ago. Pursued a non medical bachelors....
Natalee can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Natalee is a wonderful Caregiver. She is caring and goes above and beyond the call of duty . The family was blessed to have Natalee care for our aunt who had Dementia and needed 24/7 Care. God bless you Natalee on your future endeavors. Keep smiling and continue to...
Anna W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gerline. I love working with children. Their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible, dependable, but also fun and energetic. I am originally from Haiti where I grew up.
I studied Early Childhood Education as part of my University Education in Haiti and have an...
Gerline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Gerline is an outstanding nanny & educator who can handle anything and anyone coming her way. She is unflappable in the face of a tantrum child, and perfectly balanced between being playful and authoritative. Our two children did exactly as she said, and hated to...
Victoria D.
5.0
(1)
I can help with Transportation Services. I used to deliver food. I have been a five stars rated driver for 2 years. i can take care of Senior too.
Mathias can also help with: Errands, transportation
5.0
"When I met him I said thank to God Because his willy a very nice man's polyt kind happy man's always . He likes people respectful man you never. Regrets anything he's done.
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Care member
Dylan V.
Allston, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced housekeeper and janitor, and I have a great deal of experience working with children. Some of my experience includes: General housekeeping for families Janitorial services for large companies (malls, night clubs, etc.) Housekeeping experience for a retreat center Private music lessons for children Babysitting...
Dylan can also help with: Changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Dylan worked for me for several years taking care of what I value most. My home and pets. He is always reliable, hard working and most importantly, trustworthy. There is never a worry or second thought when Dylan is on the job. If there is something I forget,...
Beth M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tara! I just graduated from Bay Path University with my Master's in Occupational Therapy. I'm a pediatric OT working in early intervention. I'm currently looking for some additional side jobs.
Prior to becoming an OT I have worked with a variety of children as a social worker, occupational therapy student and...
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tara is amazing! She has babysat for us for the last year. She is dependable, punctual, hard-working and our daughter loves her!"
Caroline J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate Caregiver Companion experienced in assisting individuals with daily living activities. I am very personable, easy-going and trustworthy. Your loved one and I will enjoy talking and spending time together. I am committed to improving their overall well-being and health through companionship and engagement. I can...
5.0
"Rachel provided companionship and care for my mother who has Parkinson's disease. She quickly bonded with my mother and became a dependable part of her care giving regimen. Rachel has a considerate demeanor and made my mother feel at ease. Her thoughtful little...
Rudy C.
Domenica M.
Waltham, MA
$22-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Assist residents with daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Provided non-medical home care service to elderly/disabled patients. Focused on personal care, companionship, homemaking, and transportation. Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding,...
Domenica can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues."
Marc H.
4.7
(10)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. I have worked in home care, assisted living, skilled nursing facility. I...
Gleisiany can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"In 23 years of work in the area, I don't know a person with such dedication, she loves what she does, very dedicated."
Paulo D.
Judith B.
Dorchester, MA
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a teacher for 8 years and a mom and I'm a residential counselor for baycove human services, I love taking good care of others.
Rafaela F.
Braintree, MA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings families,
I'm Rafa, a 30-year-old individual fully vaccinated against COVID, offering over a decade of childcare expertise. I pride myself on being responsible, calm, and cautious, providing care to children aged 3 weeks to 16 years. My extensive experience includes nurturing a special needs girl from her 3 months to...
Rafaela can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rafa is a genuine soul, kind and caring. She puts everyone before herself. She's great with kids and truly has a love for nannying."
Dani D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CPR and first aid certified. Also have been in childcare for 2+ years and nannied an extra 3 years. Comfortable with any ages! I have over 2500 hours of caring for children of different ages. I like to make crafts, always coming up with new indoor and outdoor activities for the kids weather permitting. I love play dates and...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ana was wonderful. Flexible, responsive, great with communication, and so fun. My kids loved her and keep asking to have her back. "
Care member
Brooke M.
Cambridge, MA
$12-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Growing up with 9 cats and 3 dogs, I've always had a love for animals and grown to be responsible. For 3 years, I have cared for a rabbit, fish, and two large dogs for weeks on end while a family is on vacation. I can assure you my love for animals will shine bright & you won't be disappointed with my service.
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I work as nanny and housekeeper in Charlottesville and I would like to find occasional Pet sitter jobs. I am committed to service excellence and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I am very flexible, reliable, animal lover. I have my own car and I can provide you references and background check.
I am looking...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Talia and I am a graduate student at Boston College studying Clinical Social Work with a concentration in Children, Youth, and Families. I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter, and I have mentored youth ages 5 to 18 for the past 8 years. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant and a reading, math,...
Talia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talia was an excellent provider. I would definitely recommend her. Our daughter was very excited to spend time with her!"
Argentina C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Imani and I'm 24 years old. I'm a second year dental student with aspirations of specializing in pediatric dentistry. I am currently on leave until July, 2024, and looking to nanny part time. I am trained in CPR and first aid training, COVID and Flu vaccinated. I have also completed a background check and have...
Imani can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Imani was a wonderful playmate for my 4 yo and we would be happy to have her back!"
Joy G.
Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Elizabeth. I work at a 7-12 educational institution and looking for part-time babysitting after work or on some weekends. I have experience with children of all ages and studied pedagogy in Denmark for 6 months. I love all kinds of outdoor activities, puzzles, and board games. I am also an avid runner. Likewise, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Roslindale, MA
Laureen C.
5.0
Laureen was punctual, flexible, and came prepared with lots of activities and ideas to spend a few hours with my 4 year old daughter. She did a great job adjusting to what we needed, and my daughter enjoyed the time they spent together.
- Matthew H.
Sura H.
5.0
Sura is responsible and well educated when it comes to kids! She has a very calm demeanor, and is extremely patient. Very fun and creative as well!
- Samira E.
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie was great! Timely with answering request. Stayed engaged with our son through session. Flexible with needs of the house during sitting (our son is a picky eater and she had to make some independent decisions). Professional and mature. Would hire again!
- Michael M.
Natalee D.
5.0
Natalee is a wonderful Caregiver. She is caring and goes above and beyond the call of duty . The family was blessed to have Natalee care for our aunt who had Dementia and needed 24/7 Care. God bless you Natalee on your future endeavors. Keep smiling and continue to bless others with your loving care
- Anna W.
Gerline S.
5.0
Gerline is a treasure. She was a part time nanny for our toddler and newborn for a 9 months before we had to move away and, with much sadness, leave her. She is professional, dependable, loving, generous, and smart. She even helped us teach our kids French. We always had complete confidence...
- Logan S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Roslindale, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Roslindale, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Roslindale, MA, 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 Roslindale, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Roslindale, MA is $21.40 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 Roslindale, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Roslindale, MA. 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 Roslindale, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Roslindale, MA, 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 Roslindale, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Roslindale, MA, 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.