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Laura N.
Scandia, MN
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been a babysitter since I was 11 years old, and I became a part-time nanny at the age of 16 to a wonderful family with 3 little kiddos. I worked in my church nursery running the infant or toddler rooms. I've cared for up to 5 children in a babysitting setting and 10 children in a daycare/nursery setting. I've also cared...
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I started as a companion caregiver many years ago and what I discovered was a true passion for the senior community. I LOVE what I do. Helping others and making someone's day brighter. I am PCA certified with a background study completed by Dept. of Human Services for providing care for vulnerable adults in a adult foster home....
Debbie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"As an RN who had the opportunity to work alongside Deb for 7-8 months while providing care for a home hospice patient, I can honestly say Deb is the best of the best. She goes above and beyond every day for the people she cares for and truly wears her heart on her...
Cassie R.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide caring professional help to seniors in their homes. I have 15+ years of experience working with the senior community, including memory care. I have a college degree, cleared background check, I know CPR, and most of all I have a huge passion for my work! I'm available throughout the day during weekdays or weekends....
Shannon can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, transportation & more
5.0
"Shannon is a wonderful caregiver who went above and beyond. She met all my mom's care needs, but also read to her, engaged her in meaningful conversations and played my mom's favorite songs for her on the piano. I would welcome her into our home again!"
Sharon P.
Hello, my name is kaitlyn. I just moved to Lindstrom with my boyfriend and dog! I enjoy being outside and learning! I'm will be attending my second year of college this fall for therapy/counseling. I love to do crafts, engage in creativity, and give children the best care provider they can have!
Sarah T.
Osceola, WI
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Sarah. I Enjoy Being Of Service To Others. I'm Quite Reliant And Considerate.
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and kind.
I like working with kids because I love being able to help and care for others.
In my spare time, I like to go on walks, hiking, and art projects.
One thing you should know about me is I am very dependable.
My skills include keeping kids entertained by different...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Amber N.
Forest Lake, MN
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Tutor and Childcare provider with a bachelor degree in speech, language, and hearing sciences. I also have experience as a behavior technician were I provided behavior therapy for children with behavior disorders and autism spectrum disorder.
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria and 24 years old. I am currently a part time Elementary teacher looking for a full time Summer job and a part time nanny position in the Fall! I began nannying/babysitting when I was 13 and continue to babysit for family friends and my own nieces and nephews as well. They are all under 12 years old. I...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Laura Z.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Part-Time Caregiver Available To Help You And Your Loved Ones
I am a Christian woman and I have found that my passion and gift from God is working with seniors. I have been a volunteer for nearly 10 years now visiting seniors in assisted living facilities either by myself or ideally with my therapy dog Max! My stepmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in her early 60s. My father was 14...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Hello! My name is Sarah. I'm 22 years old, and I enjoy being of service to others. I'm quite reliant and considerate. Available for pet care
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Amber N.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Tutor and Childcare provider with a bachelor degree in speech, language, and hearing sciences. I also have experience as a behavior technician were I provided behavior therapy for children with behavior disorders and autism spectrum disorder.
Nevaeh M.
Hugo, MN
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Love To Make Memories And Create Lasting Relationships, Always Looking To Make You Smile.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Welcome! My name is Nevaeh, but I prefer to go by Nev (my daycare kiddos call me, Ms. Nev)! I've been in childcare since 2020! I recently left the center that I had been at for two years, to pursue nannying again! Some of my hobbies include hiking, traveling, reading, listening to music, and spending time with my family. I have...
Nevaeh can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Nevy two summers in a row to nanny our infant and toddler boys. She is energetic, patient, and creative, which our boys were drawn to. She also respects routine and followed our wishes regarding food choices and movie time. She observes what will work...
Megan G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a hard working person with 6 years of experience in all around housemaid care taking/maintenance services. I have thorough experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping services in live-in family primary residences as well as nursing homes. Honest and hardworking individual with solid work ethics seeking long or...
Sadie can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Sadie is a high energy, organized house cleaner. She is extremely efficient and cares about the details (shaking rugs outside out of the path of the home, wiping up floors and getting far corners, etc). I am thankful to have her expertise!"
Barbie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, there! I'm Taylor, a 25-year-old occupational therapy grad student. I've had a great time babysitting and nannying in the past for friends, relatives, and families in the Twin Cities! History includes nannying and babysitting for several families with children ages 2-14. Activities have included meal prep, games, music,...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My 6- and 9-year old had fun with Taylor. She's a great communicator, she's honest (told me I overpaid her!), and she cleaned up the kitchen after dinner without being asked. Don't hire her too much, we want her!"
Kirk M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stacie and I specialize in Senior Care Disinfection, Senior Transportation and Senior Companionship.
-Child Development Associate
-Certified in Dementia Care and Management
-Certified in Elder Care
-Diploma in Caregiving
-Fully Vaccinated
-First Aid and CPR trained
-15 years professional experience
-Clean driving...
Stacie can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"A+A+A+ Stacie is great!!! I showed her what needed to be done and she went right at it. After she finished, we talked about my plan and she's coming back, she's just who I needed to help me. "
Wendy J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in senior care for the past 5 years, through an agency, a senior center and independently. I have a long history of working with seniors, starting with my grandmother while growing up. While attending the U of MN I worked part time in a nursing home as a CNA and currently have a PCA Certification through the MN...
Eileen can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
"Eileen has been my mother's caregiver since May 2021. She is compassionate, extremely caring, thoughtful, respectful, honest, and trustworthy. She is more than willing to help in all sorts of ways including taking Mom grocery shopping (and carefully watching her so...
Darla C.
Aimee D F.
New Richmond, WI
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 30+ years of experience in geriatrics starting as a volunteer in high school, PCA while in college and a degree as an occupational therapy assistant specializing in therapeutic recreation for 13 years and rehabilitation services for 16 years at skilled nursing facilities. I love to clean and I can help with Transportation...
Aimee D can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Hi there! My name is Grace, and I am offering walking and sitting dog and cat services! I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls. I grew up in a house full of animals especially cats and dogs. I now have a 2-year-old black lab and a 4-year-old tabby cat who I adore!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
If you're looking for a new friend to play with your furry friends, you've stopped at the right profile! I can provide pet walking and sitting services weekdays early mornings to late afternoons.
I have experience dog sitting and walking dogs.
Kelly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Currently a proud dog owner of a 7-year-old yellow tab, Tucker and been in love with animals all my life! I would love the opportunity to provide more love and care to other animals in need. I've also owned a chocolate lab, and had a cat for years as well. Let's just say I had 3 pets of my own at age 22, so I am that type of...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, dog training
Heather L.
Stillwater, MN
$19-30/hr
I've always grown up with pets and am comfortable playing, training and transporting! If you're looking for someone to love on your pets while you're away, I'd be happy to be if service!
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Scandia, MN
Debbie W.
5.0
Debbie is an incredible professional. She was a caregiver for my wife (dementia) three days a week in our home. I was the main caregiver supplemented by family beyond that. My wife lights up when Debbie comes and "Debbie Days" are her happiest days of the week. Our whole family (of which we now...
- Gil V.
Shannon Y.
5.0
Shannon is a wonderful caregiver who went above and beyond. She met all my mom's care needs, but also read to her, engaged her in meaningful conversations and played my mom's favorite songs for her on the piano. I would welcome her into our home again!
- Sharon P.
Nevaeh M.
5.0
We hired Nevy two summers in a row to nanny our infant and toddler boys. She is energetic, patient, and creative, which our boys were drawn to. She also respects routine and followed our wishes regarding food choices and movie time. She observes what will work best and builds her daily plan off...
- Megan G.
Sadie H.
5.0
Sadie is a high energy, organized house cleaner. She is extremely efficient and cares about the details (shaking rugs outside out of the path of the home, wiping up floors and getting far corners, etc). I am thankful to have her expertise!
- Barbie H.
Taylor L.
5.0
My 6- and 9-year old had fun with Taylor. She's a great communicator, she's honest (told me I overpaid her!), and she cleaned up the kitchen after dinner without being asked. Don't hire her too much, we want her!
- Kirk M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Scandia, MN
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Scandia, MN?
To find a therapy dog near you in Scandia, MN, 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 Scandia, MN?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Scandia, MN is $10.00 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 Scandia, MN?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Scandia, MN. 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 Scandia, MN receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Scandia, MN, 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 Scandia, MN help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Scandia, MN, 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.