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Jacqueline H.
Pawtucket, RI
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 12+ years working in restaurant customer service and 3+ years working in a public school system. I currently have my teacher assistant certification through RIDE and a state passing para pro excel score.
I have a toddler of my own at home and am always excited to introduce new learning activities and educational...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jacqueline was a great with my daughter who has autism. She took time to help my daughter through a meltdown and was a pleasure to meet! I would 10/10 hire her again "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a creative, outgoing, communicative nanny with a love of the outdoors and arts. I have lived all over the world and love to travel. After majoring in art therapy in college, I moved to RI and taught private 1-on-1 art classes from 2013 to 2019. I also began full-time nannying in 2014, working with multiple families for both...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle is a fantastic sitter. She did very well in the interview and managed to impress our family panel of interviewers. We hired her to care for my 6 and 4 year old boys while I was working. She was punctual and very flexible with our changing schedule. My kids...
Craig B.
I have owned animals my entire life. I have just recently got a dog who I have been training to be a therapy dog. I am comfortable taking care of all animals from various lizards to rabbits to cats.
Gianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Julianna C.
Providence, RI
$15-20/hr
Pet lover happy to help with any care needs! I've had several animals throughout my life - dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, etc but specialize in dog care. My dogs have always been large, pit mixes so I am super comfortable with any dog! I am very active and affectionate and have cared for dogs through all their stages of life,...
Julianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Alden C.
Providence, RI
$10-15/hr
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting services. I love animals and I can feed them, bathe them, walk them, and most definitely play with them.
Alden can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Need someone to check on your fur baby while your slaving at a long day at work? Want to make sure you hire someone who will care for and treat you dog or cat as it's own when your not there? Rest assured that I will make that promise to you. I can walk, feed and play with you fur baby in your absence so that he/she can break up...
Lori can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kassandra A.
Johnston, RI
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Special education teacher with a background in providing ABA therapy to children and adults diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.
Kassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Aranza, I am an experienced nanny working with infants-teen. I also have background in ABA therapy and have done a lot of work with children on the spectrum. I am passionate about the work I do and love to provide the children I work with a rewarding experience. Please reach out if I can help.
Aranza can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caroline K.
Providence, RI
$12-20/hr
I have about 10 years of experience caring for cats and dogs, both personally and professionally through dog-walking, dog and cat sitting services. I have experience volunteering in animal shelters as well.
Caroline can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
PART-TIME BABYSITTING, FULL-TIME BABYSITTING, OR PARENT'S HELPER - My name is Emily. I am a college student who has opted to take a leave of absence from Clark University due to the many challenges and uncertainties created by COVID. As a 2019 graduate of The Wheeler School, community service and social advocacy have been...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a current MD/PhD student studying medicine, machine learning, and cancer therapies. I have a passion for teaching and empowering students. I believe that anyone can learn any subject with the right teacher.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I love what I do and I have excellent references.
Catrina can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, dementia & more
I am a retired, very energetic woman. I am looking for house cleaning jobs in my area. You will not be disappointed in my work. I have many references
Karen can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
Bridget M.
Providence, RI
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
While attending Trinity College, I had the
opportunity to volunteer with children at
Autism Families of Connecticut. I was on the Trinity college Track and Field team. Where I was able to make connections among students and do more volunteer work for bantams and balance; a program determined to help students find a safe haven to...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a business analyst by day and previous customer service guru, I am fast, savvy, organized, and enthusiastic! I have a wide variety of experience in cooking & meal prepping (I have been cooking since I was 4 years old and providing meal prep services for 2 years), tutoring (started my own tutoring business when I was 15),...
Bethany R.
Providence, RI
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 15 years experience working in nonprofits, but am starting grad school this fall. I am enthusiastic, optimistic, kind and a problem solver. Looking forward to providing quality care and services for those in this community. available for errands job
Keely H.
Providence, RI
$13-20/hr
I am a dog lover for sure. Over the years I have had 2 shitzus and 2 chihuahuas. I am more comfortable with smaller dogs but would be willing to meet a large dog as well. Services I could provide is overnight dog sitting for vacations, house visits, etc.
Keely can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
In my past experiences, I have worked as a PASS worker where I worked mostly on ADL's with young children and adolescents. We would work go on community outings to work on social skills and own personal goals as well. Another experience of mine has been working as a PCA for a young child with a neuromuscular disorder. I have...
Asiatou K.
Pawtucket, RI
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
hard working private housekeeper with 2 years of experience in managing household operations, including cooking, cleaning & childcare Experience in providing comprehensive housekeeping services on live-in and live-out basis at families, primary residences and vacation homes. Accomplished in fostering long-term relationships with...
Asiatou can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Worked in a nursing home 1978-79. I was training in physical therapy.
I was caregiver to my son who suffered with duchenne muscular dystrophy. I was certified by the state of Connecticut and paid by them to be his PCA.
I am passionate about helping those in need.
Joanne can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Smithfield, RI
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Smithfield, RI?
To find a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, RI, 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 Smithfield, RI?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Smithfield, RI is $14.00 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 Smithfield, RI?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, RI. 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 Smithfield, RI receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Smithfield, RI, 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 Smithfield, RI help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Smithfield, RI, 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.