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Sheila C.
Shelburne Falls, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Working with elders has been tremendously gratifying for me.
I've had many years of experience doing so.
I've helped families who weren't available to meet the level of need that their family member required.
My services have included companionship, meal preparation, errands and shopping, trips and travel.
I've assisted...
Sheila can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Sheila C.
Shelburne Falls, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've had pets all of my life. I am very devoted to animals in general and love providing pet care services for others. I'd be happy to talk to you about your needs.
Sheila can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Lisa. Thank you for clicking on me!
I am a very motivated and energetic worker who is looking for housekeeping and or senior care work. I am caring for a few families right now but have open days during the week I'm looking to fill. I love cleaning, and really love helping my families. I also have been...
5.0
"I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could...
Theresa L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for considering me!
I offer companionship and personal care to elders and people with limited mobility. I have 20 years of experience in a broad array of human service positions and 6 years as a personal care assistant. I am a strong advocate for people living full meaningful lives.
I love cooking and sharing...
Johnna can also help with: Companionship, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I hired Johnna initially for a short-term position in November 2021, to support me after knee surgery. She is a wonderful, capable, kind human being. She is especially skilled at creative, healthy meal preparation, which was sorely needed so my husband and I did...
Randy R.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Casey; I am 24 years old and live in Greenfield. I attend Greenfield Community College, and I am currently working towards my Associate's degree in Human Services. I have a wide range of experience with children. I am currently a one-on-one paraprofessional in a school district where I was previously a substitute. I...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Kelsey O.
Greenfield, MA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kelsey and I'm an Occupational Therapist. I have experience coordinating activities in a long-term care facility and designing therapeutic activities for my OT clients (both seniors and children)! I provide occupational therapy services at an Assisted Living/Rehab Unit. More often than not you can catch me with...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I'm so glad you found me! My name is Lisa. I love dogs and cats and have another profile here for housekeeping. I have been cleaning homes and caring for my clients beloved fur kids for over 10 years. To be honest, the pets really make my day, so I really look forward to helping out with walking their dogs more than I do...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Shayla P.
Greenfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
my name is shayla, im a 23-year-old care provider in western mass. I currently work in disability services, but I have experience in other caretaking positions as well.
I am CPR certified, I have received training in medication administration, and I am comfortable with all types of personal care and home care tasks.
I have a...
Shayla can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Hi! I am a senior caregiver with 14 years experience, in an assisted living facility and at home care. Some of the services that I have offered in the past include companionship, activities of daily living, like personal care, medication reminders, meal prep. I also have 10+years experience with dementia and Alzheimer's; 4+...
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, personal care, dementia & more
Amanda C.
Greenfield, MA
$18-23/hr
Hello! I am Amanda, 23 years old and currently a nanny going to school to become a birth/postpartum doula. I am available to provide cleaning services on most weekends for a couple hours. :)
Amanda can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Charlotte W.
Greenfield, MA
$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Charlotte (she/her) and I am looking for a regular babysitting/nannying gig within 25 or so minutes of Greenfield. I have 5 years of professional childcare experience in group care settings (preschools and after-school) and absolutely adore children. My preferred ages are 2-6, but I can definitely be flexible....
Charlotte can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
For 11 years I worked at the Center for Extended Care as a certified Nurses Assistant on the physical rehab, Alzheimer, and long tern units. My job included assisting treatment nurses with patient's specialized treatments and to give physical therapy in accordance with the Physical Therapist's orders.
I have had special...
Donna can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Hi, my name is Sarah. I have decades of service and retail management experience. I'm looking to translate that to part-time work helping others with elder care, pet care, errands, housekeeping, and more. I'm incredibly driven, efficient, and self-motivated and have a keen eye for detail. During my 20 years with Trader Joe's, I...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, personal care, light cleaning & more
Hello, my name is Mary and I am an adult woman looking for extra income. I am a special education teacher and mom. I can tutor, care for your pets/plants, help families care for either elderly members or children. I have several years of experience. I can help with Personal Care, Transportation Services and Home Care.
Mary can also help with: Errands, personal care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
My name is Laura. I am a 41-year-old mother of 2. I have been an LPN since 2006. Before that I was a CNA. Growing up I helped take care of my Dad who had Multiple Sclerosis and babysat my 2 younger siblings as well as other neighborhood children. I also am a visual artist and have a Bachelors of Fine Arts with a concentration in...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had four years of experience working as a companion/caregiver for an elderly man with Dementia. Prior to that, I volunteered at a Nursing Center with my dog as a pet therapy team through Pets and People. As a caregiver, I am happy to plan activities, run errands, go out to events, cook, help with cleaning, administer...
Julia can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary"
Gary B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Alex, a 20-year-old student attending UMass for Mechanical Engineering. I have been a professional dog watcher for 6 years. I have experience providing medicine (insulin, eye drops, meds in food). I care for dogs big and small, young and old. What's different about me is that I also provide housekeeping services!!...
Alexandria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexandria was AMAZING! One of our 3 dogs is a bit skittish and usually shy around new people and from the first time Alexandria came to the house to meet the dogs, he took to her immediately. So glad we found someone who cared so much for the dogs and went above...
Alyssa P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I live in Hatfield and am a young 70 yr old.
I successfully navigated the kids, careers, pets, ex and aging parents stages of life. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager; college-educated former beauty salon owner; certified end-of-life Doula and activities coordinator extraordinaire.
Available for companionship,...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, transportation, companionship, respite care & more
5.0
"Donna was punctual. She was very pleasant and accommodated all requests with a smile. I would definitely hire her again."
Deborah B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ivette, I am a certificated nurse assistant.
I am offering my services assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, companion care, groceries/errands etc.
I also have my Basic life support certification and dementia training.
I am fully vaccinated, non-smoker, very punctual,...
Ivette can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Ivette is the kind of employee anyone would be lucky to have. I can highly recommend Ivette. She was always kind, thoughtful and dependable. Ivette cared for my mom for about 4 years. Her duties were many and various. She handled all situations well. I have a...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 20 years in home health experience, I am offering Transportation services as a CNA. Reliable transportation to procedures or appointments, assist with getting in and out of the house and support at home after. I will run errands and pick up prescriptions as well.
I will transport one way or round-trip. As needed I can...
Marianne can also help with: Errands, transportation
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Marianne walks with my mom one day a week. She is very reliable and has a great outlook."
Wayne D.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Shelburne Falls, MA
Lisa W.
5.0
I am so impressed with Lisa's compassion and dedication to her clients. Unfortunately the opportunity I have for her is just too far away from her area . She was recommended by a friend who raved about her. She's smart, articulate, and very caring what more could you ask for.
- Theresa L.
Johnna B.
5.0
I hired Johnna initially for a short-term position in November 2021, to support me after knee surgery. She is a wonderful, capable, kind human being. She is especially skilled at creative, healthy meal preparation, which was sorely needed so my husband and I did not need to resort to nightly frozen...
- Randy R.
Julia L.
5.0
Julia L. cared for my Mom in South Deerfield before and was very good.
We are hoping she can fit my Mom into her regular daily schedule, few hours every afternoon between 2:00 PM to 6:00 or close to these hours as she can
Gary
- Gary B.
Alexandria G.
5.0
Alexandria was an amazing dog sitter. She took care of our pups sent pictures every day kept the house tidy took the dogs for walks. She was amazing and we would totally book her in the future.
- Care member
Donna W.
5.0
We hired Donna to care for an elderly friend who was hospitalized due to complications from hip surgery. Donna provided live-in care in her home for three weeks and we couldn't have been more impressed and grateful. Donna was kind, caring, responsible, and took the initiative to help with everything...
- Anna M.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Shelburne Falls, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Shelburne Falls, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Shelburne Falls, 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 Shelburne Falls, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Shelburne Falls, MA is $22.50 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 Shelburne Falls, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Shelburne Falls, 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 Shelburne Falls, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Shelburne Falls, 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 Shelburne Falls, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Shelburne Falls, 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.