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Camille B.
Sandy Spring, MD
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Success Coach, Tutor (English, Social Studies, SAT/ACT)
3 years of formal tutoring experience, as well as endless hours spent as student. Very comfortable and confident with individualized lessons. I am a role model and friend. My greatest skill is helping others recognize and revel in their capacity to succeed in whatever endeavor they so choose. Anticipating City Year of service...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...
5.0
"Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor...
Lisa E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a child development specialist who enjoys supporting families through childcare and other services. I have over a decade of experience working with children in education and therapeutic settings, as well as in-home childcare. I am taking a break from my career as a pediatric occupational therapy practitioner because I enjoy...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan was spectacular. She was very professional, and helped to keep my high-energy 4 and 6-year-olds happy for the summer. She had experience as a camp counselor, which she utilized to keep the kids engaged in activities, and projects. She kept them well cared...
Niki G.
Linda I.
Montgomery Village, MD
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Assistant Available For Care Taking, Companionship, Help With ADLs/IADLs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am caring, respectful, and passionate about working with all ages, from young children to elderly individuals.
I am a COTA (certified occupational therapy assistant) and work in a skilled nursing facility M-F. I am available weekends (and possibly some weekday evenings) and am able to help with ADLs, transfers, errands,...
Linda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Really helpful. Willing to learn how to take care of complicated medical issues. Hoping she will continue. Break was only due to patients hospitalization"
John W.
Ana J.
Olney, MD
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an easygoing person with a great personality! I stay humble so nothing is too absurd to ask me to do... Reasonably of course! I was raised to be hard working and honorable. I understand what great services should be and to always provide satisfactory performance! My goal is to be great at what I do.
I am detailed oriented,...
5.0
"Ana has been coming to once a week to clean my house for almost 2 months. She does an amazing job cleaning and organizing our home. She is friendly and dependable. I highly recommend her."
Angie T.
4.0
(2)
Thank you for taking the time to read about my services that I cannot only offer to you, but your loving companion as well!
I have always been an avid animal lover. I have owned guinea pigs, hamsters, dogs, cats, frogs, turtles, toads and rabbits. As a child, I wanted to become a veterinarian, so my father purchased me...
Talia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
(4)
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through over 12 years of experience as a CNA
Kameka can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kameka worked with us for over 10 months dealing with a very difficult and challenging medical situation - a neurological terminal disease, ALS. From the moment I met Kameka, I knew she was the right individual to care for and support my significant other and...
Les S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Angelica. I'm very punctual, honest, and responsible. I have 7 years of experience in cleaning houses and offices. I work in the DMV area and am available for free estimates. I speak both english and Spanish. I also have flexible prices. References can be provided upon your request.
Angelica can also help with: Basement cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Angelica is a wonderful worker, always on time and cleans and organizes my home beautifully. She has worked for me over a year and I am so happy I hired her. She is 100% honest and I feel comfortable leaving her alone and she always get all the work done very...
Arleen B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 12 years of experience with patients with Dementia and other chronic diseases. I can help with transportation services, errands, home care, and light housekeeping. I am trustworthy, reliable, and passionate about promoting health and well being for the elderly and sick population. I provide excellent personal...
Yadira can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Yadira pays attention to details. She asks great and appropriate questions to make sure she understands the needs of the patient and the patient's family. She is kind and considerate. She is proactive and takes her job seriously. She is trustworthy. Yadira is...
Pam A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello family :))
My name is Ludimila I'm 26 years old, I came from Brazil, I have a lot of experience with children I've been working with them since I was 18 years old, I became I kindergarten teacher in my country and since I arrived here I just worked as a nanny. I have some great references whom can talk better about my...
Ludimila can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ludimila was absolutely wonderful with our infant son. Our son's day care had closed unexpectedly for a few days, and Ludimila took care of our son for about nine hours each day. She was prompt, easy to work with, and took excellent care of our son!"
Ann M.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter with over 20 years of experience!
I love all Dogs! Tiny dogs and Extra Big dogs have my heart! I am an animal Lover!
I absolutely love what I do! I love my furry babies and my clients!
You will see the difference in the quality of care I provide and the love I give to your furry...
Shelley can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Shelley was great as my dog’s walker/sitter for over two years. She was always prompt and communicates great. Definitely recommend her to anyone seeking dog walking and/or sitting services."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother to four children: three grown and one older teenager. In addition, for many years, I operated a family home daycare in Montgomery County and was an assistant preschool teacher for a year before returning to school. I am experienced with a wide variety of ages and temperments. I guide children with a loving attitude...
Linda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Easy to work with and a good communicator. My toddler warmed up to her right away and she was great with the baby too. "
Mabilia R.
Talya H.
Rockville, MD
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hi,
My name is Talya I'm 23 years old.
I have over 8 years of experience with all ages of children.
I have been doing babysitting since I was 14, worked in summer camps, worked in a kindergarten, did national service with special needs children and volunteered with many organizations.
I love spending time with children, and I'm...
Talya can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Talya is amazing, she always makes her self available to help us.
She is great to communicate with, very responsible and reliable, so patient with our children, always on top of everything and very organized.
She is a pleasure to to have around and our kids...
Care member
4.3
(24)
Hired by 36 families in your neighborhood
Fully-vaccinated with double booster shots
CPR & First Aid Certified
Currently seeking part-time job, or occasional & as needed childcare booking requests only
Hello families! My name is Stephanie, I'm 25 years old and I have 10 years of experience working as a full-time private nanny. I've watched toddlers grow into...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie is an absolute rock star. Throughout last year, we enlisted Stephanie's help in caring for our 2-year-old son, as well as on the occasional evenings when we had plans. She was amazing with Benicio. Stephanie always arrived at our home on time, ready to...
Maria S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Angel & I've got 5 years experience in paid childcare services. Ranging from children 3 months to late teens. I've recently been working with an infant and toddler & absolutely loved the year and a half with them. But I'm open to children of all ages.
I've also got special needs experience as I've worked with...
Angel can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a well experience housekeeper, detail oriented, reliable, accountable and very organized. I'm available to help you in your cleaning needs. I know you will be please with the kind of work you will receive because I like to do it with the best of my abilities and at the same time you are being such a great blessing in my...
Claudia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Claudia is great at cleaning and very accommodating to my extra requests (Like cleaning my oven that hasn't been touched in 3 years). She has a pleasant personality. She was so sweet and patient with my toddler who can impede the efforts of someone trying to clean....
Jennifer M.
5.0
(1)
I am currently working with a family who I met here on care. com. I take care of rambunctious 6-year-old autistic boy, who is non-verbal. He is getting home schooled and receives ABA therapy at home. I have learned a lot since I started September end last year. I thought I was patient before but I realized to have tons more....
Anu can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I met Anu more than 10 years ago in college, she was an RA and wonderful support to the floor of young women that she was assigned to. Her ability to support others has continued and broadened. She has always been a wonderful cook of Indian cuisine and able to...
Em J.
Lourdes F.
Rockville, MD
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Nurse from El Salvador Available to Work Part or Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurse graduate in my country of El Salvador and I have a lot of experience working as a babysitter. One year ago I worked as an aide in a school for kids with special needs in Arlington Co., VA, it was an interesting job because I had the opportunity to know more about Autism, Down syndrome, etc. Working with and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone my name is Glorimar and I'm currently looking for opportunity to work for you . Not only can I help you with the buying of groceries or dropping off/picking up other household items, I can also offer you and your family a host of other services.
From cooking your meals to making phone calls, paying bills, hiring...
Glorimar can also help with: Dementia, respite care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
(2)
Hello dear family. I'm from Brazil, fluent in Portuguese, English, learning Spanish and little bit of sign language.
I am reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 7 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I worked in Brazil at a Montesorri school which method I love and I like to...
Elisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elisa was a nanny to my three children (ages 6, 4 and 1 at the time) for a year and she was wonderful with all of them! She was kind, playful and active with my kids, often taking them on walks outside and to parks and playgrounds. Elisa was dependable and...
Karen M.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Sandy Spring, MD
Victor M.
5.0
Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor had compassion for our situation...
- Lisa E.
Megan S.
5.0
Megan is absolutely the best , not only is she a wonderful occupational Therapist , she loves working with kids and truly makes them feel seen. She is reliable , kind and patient.
- Care member
Linda I.
5.0
Really helpful. Willing to learn how to take care of complicated medical issues. Hoping she will continue. Break was only due to patients hospitalization
- John W.
Ana J.
5.0
Ana has been coming to once a week to clean my house for almost 2 months. She does an amazing job cleaning and organizing our home. She is friendly and dependable. I highly recommend her.
- Angie T.
Kameka P.
5.0
Kameka worked with us for over 10 months dealing with a very difficult and challenging medical situation - a neurological terminal disease, ALS. From the moment I met Kameka, I knew she was the right individual to care for and support my significant other and provide me with the peace of mind I...
- Les S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Sandy Spring, MD
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Sandy Spring, MD?
To find a therapy dog near you in Sandy Spring, MD, 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 Sandy Spring, MD?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Sandy Spring, MD is $20.00 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 Sandy Spring, MD?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Sandy Spring, MD. 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 Sandy Spring, MD receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Sandy Spring, MD, 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 Sandy Spring, MD help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Sandy Spring, MD, 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.