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Alyssa K.
Ardmore, PA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa and I am a 25-year-old physical therapy student. I have 13 years of experience helping families as an after-school helper, a babysitter, a petsitter, and a summer nanny. I also have experience teaching dance classes to children aged 2-13. I can help with housekeeping and running errands. I look forward to...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyssa was great with my my two kids for the couple summers that she watched them while they were in elementary school. She would drive them to their activities, hang out at the pool with them, arrange other “field trips,” and took care of all their needs. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Getting older and watching those around us age or experience the curveballs that life throws us isn't easy some days, some more than others.
From volunteering in a senior living facility at a young age, to my professional career helping design those spaces, my own personal experience with the journey and loss of each of my...
Katelynn can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, transportation, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Katelynn is extremely kind and caring. She shares her positive spirit and glowing personality with everyone around her both people and pets."
Alexandra B.
5.0
(26)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Detailed oriented focused professional with over 30 years experience. My Reputation stands on my reviews and references. Need a break from the weekly routine of cleaning? I offer weekly, bi weekly, monthly services. Whatever suits your needs. How about a loved one who is struggling with the daily physical activities of living?...
Lori can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning
5.0
"Lori is very thorough in every aspect of cleaning my house and did a great job in the estimated time. We communicated well on the areas that I thought should require special attention. We also made arrangements on scheduling the next cleaning visit so that I could...
Edward W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny and a housekeeper for over 15 years. I have a degree in education. And I just opened an educational home based program for ages 3 months to 11 years old. I have drop in services, drop off and pick up services. And also weekend and evening services. Most of all services include one on one educational...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My 6 month baby does drop in services with Marissa, she is wonderful. She takes very good care of my baby. Marissa goes above and beyond for my daughter. I had an emergency at 4am, and Marissa was available. Apparently she is opened 24 hrs. Also, she supply the...
Marissa V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced housekeeper who has been in the business for over 14 years. I am a hardworking, dedicated, and reliable individual who is committed to ensuring excellent customer service. I am very organized, efficient and detail-oriented. I am also a very caring person who always puts the needs of my clients ahead of my...
Nicole can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Nicole is a loving , caring, compassionate woman with a heart of gold!!
Willing to go above and beyond what is required of her!!"
William F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Bri.
I currently work for a management company. I also work on the weekends in a French Cafe.
Cleaning is something I really would like to make a full time job. I enjoy making things organized, functional, and clean!
I live in South Philly. I currently do not own a car, but I have a compact storage...
Briann can also help with: General room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Bri is a phenomenal house cleaner! I have never had anyone so meticulous and thorough. She’s flexible, caring and you won’t do better in finding someone like Bri"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hello - My name is Daniela, I have been working as a nanny for approximately 4 years now.
I am offering childcare, senior care, and domestic services.
I love being a nanny and have been babysitting newborns, infants, toddlers, and children (including twins!). My responsibilities have included driving /from school, crafts,...
Daniela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dani is the kindest and most patient woman I have ever met. From the first few minutes she met my 4 sons, she not only won over the baby, toddler and 7 year old but also my special need preteen. If we could hire Dani full time and adopt her into our family we would...
Care member
Naomi G.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a postpartum doula, part of the service I offer its light housekeeping such as laundry, dish washing etc
Naomi can also help with: Dusting, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rosemary, and I am a seasoned childcare provider with experience in the nursery and kindergarten classroom as well as a decade of private babysitting for infants through tweens. My childcare practice is informed not only by years of experience but by studying child psychology through my social work masters, which I...
Rosemary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosie is wonderful with our children. They are always happy to see her. She has fed them, put them to bed, and completed amazingly creative art projects with them. We highly recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Scottie and I am a 20-year-old sophomore at Boston College studying Political Science and Journalism. I typically live in Boston, however, I am living at home until the beginning of February 2021. I was born and raised in Villanova and attended the Episcopal Academy for 14 years, graduating in 2019. I am in...
Winfield can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Scottie is amazing! She is very responsible, energetic, helpful, and best of all, communicative. She has been an amazing support system for our family (we have 2 girls - 3yo and 11mo) and always went above and beyond whenever she had a free moment (laundry, dog...
Caroline C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...
5.0
"Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the...
Karen R.
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Roslyn and I am a homeschooling, nature loving mama of 3, living in Drexel Hill where I run a well-established family home daycare. I am expanding my services to offer weekend evening care to parents in their own homes so they can enjoy a relaxing time out. This coverage can be either on a routine or occasional...
Roslyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Our oldest has been in Roslyn's care for 3 years now and our youngest coming up on 6 months. Simply put, we can't imagine our boys being looked after by anyone else. From day one, the communication has always been very clear and with great attention to detail....
Shannon C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am Joyce. I'm a 60-year-old wife, mother of three (now grown ups) and grandmother of one. I retired in 2010 from a major telecommunication company after 32 years of service. I am married and have been keeping my own house since I was 25. I have gained commercial experience, over the past year and a half. I give close attention...
5.0
"Joyce is hard working, dependable, and trustworthy. "
Albany B.
Abby S.
Philadelphia, PA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am currently taking a break from clinical work in community mental health to reset & plan next steps for my therapy practice, and I'm looking for childcare work in the meantime. I have over 10 years experience working with children, teens, and families as a childcare professional, arts educator, and child trauma...
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Abby to help us with our newborn daughter. She was incredibly caring and kind. Ultimately we needed her in home more than her schedule would allow but we would highly recommend her to our friends and family. "
Jocelyn T.
Kristina S.
Havertown, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Elementary School Teacher: Available For Babysitting (Havertown, Lower Merion, Surrounding Areas)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kristina, and I am excited to offer my babysitting services for the summer! As a 3rd-grade teacher in Montgomery County, I have extensive experience working with children and ensuring their well-being. If you need occasional childcare from late June to mid-August, I am here to help.
I am flexible in terms of...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep
Barbara M.
Glenolden, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Nanny Is Available, Full Time Is Available If Needed, I'm Flexible
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience providing childcare services to children of all ages, including twins, for the past 23 years. I am currently interested in an opportunity with a family in need of my experience on part/full time basis. I am kindhearted/outgoing along with being comfortable around pets. I am CPR certified and have my own...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was great with our son, dependable and always on time. I would recommend her for future roles. Thanks Barb!"
John G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Keenya (pronounced keen-ya). I have 16 years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Although I have worked in various settings, my specialty is Geriatrics. In addition to the services listed on my profile, I can administer insulin/other medications (oral, PEG tube), monitor vital signs, and perform...
Keenya can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
5.0
"She is very intelligent. She holds herself to very high standards. She has an excellent work ethic. She is an innovative problem solver. She is a team player. She is efficient."
Bryan S.
Jamie K.
Philadelphia, PA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi:) Im a graduate student at Drexel University getting my Masters degree in Family Therapy! I love working with kids and have experience from the last few years as a substitute teacher, summer school para educator, as well as previous babysitting experience. I am also currently giving therapy to minors at my clinical...
5.0
"Jamie was wonderful! We hired her for winter break to watch our 2 boys & newborn. She was always punctual, SUPER-friendly, and very responsible and did a great job helping our Kindergartner with online school & homework"
Najwa A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Angela!
I am looking to provide part-time child or pet care services to families on the Main Line during the summer months.
I have most recently worked as a behavioral health technician in a K/1 autistic support classroom for 3 years. I also have experience working in a daycare setting, providing childcare through...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My three boys (and myself!) love Angela. She is always on time, feeds them meals, puts them to bed, and does lots of activities with them. I never worry when I'm out, I know my boys are in good hands!"
Katie R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name's Samantha and I am 25 years old living in Chester County. I spent 2. 5 years as a preschool teacher at the Ridley YMCA from 2018 to 2020. While I was working at the YMCA, I also worked as a commercial custodian and housekeeper. I started including cleaning services into my babysitting and nanny offering because...
Samantha can also help with: Attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Samantha was prompt, friendly, loves animals. She listened to what my goal was for today. Very pleasant & thorough. Did a great job!
"
Margaret R.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Swarthmore, PA
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa was great with my my two kids for the couple summers that she watched them while they were in elementary school. She would drive them to their activities, hang out at the pool with them, arrange other “field trips,” and took care of all their needs. She also watched them for a weekend while...
- Care member
Katelynn G.
5.0
Katelynn is extremely kind and caring. She shares her positive spirit and glowing personality with everyone around her both people and pets.
- Alexandra B.
Lori B.
5.0
Lori did a wonderful job! Highly recommend
- John W.
Marissa V.
5.0
Marissa was my nanny for 6 years, then she opened her home based program then my infant and two school age are enrolled there. I miss when she used to come to my house as a nanny but I understand that other children need care also. Marissa come get all three of my kids at 8am and transport my 2...
- Care member
Nicole F.
5.0
Nicole is a loving , caring, compassionate woman with a heart of gold!!
Willing to go above and beyond what is required of her!!
- William F.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Swarthmore, PA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Swarthmore, PA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Swarthmore, PA, 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 Swarthmore, PA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Swarthmore, PA is $13.00 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 Swarthmore, PA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Swarthmore, PA. 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 Swarthmore, PA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Swarthmore, PA, 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 Swarthmore, PA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Swarthmore, PA, 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.