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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Victoria and I am a senior psychology major at West Chester University! I started babysitting when I was 14 for multiple families and children ranging from 0-14. I have 5 younger siblings so I have plenty of capability when it comes to taking care of multiple children at a time!
In high school, I took child...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!"
Kim G.
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Working with children is my passion!
I've been working with kids since 2011. I started out at a children's Museum (The Please Touch Museum in P. a.) where I found the path of child care and have never looked back. I've had experience in nannying for about 10 1/2 years now. I love children and helping them to flourish in life!...
Alannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alannah was our daughter’s Nanny for two years (6mo-2.5y) and is the best ever! She took such great care of our daughter and was a joy to have in our home. Can’t recommend her strongly enough"
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced house keeper for roughly the past 10 years. I specialize in common duties such as laundry, in depth cleaning, and organization. I also run errands, such as grocery shopping. I also offer pet sitting services to my clients who own any animals. I am excited to be part of the maintenance of your home.
Sandra can also help with: Attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Very polite and professional. Extremely meticulous in carrying out her duties. Very hard worker."
Steven J.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**Provided after-school childcare for over 10 years.
**Driving services available for pick up and drop offs to play dates/ extracurricular activities.
**I love being a positive influence around children.
Theresa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Theresa to look after my four-year-old daughter while I went on a business trip. I have been on care.com for almost 3 years now, and never have I ever met a more personable and reliable sitter than her! She goes above and beyond what you ask of her. She is...
Gwendolyn B.
Marissa V.
Philadelphia, PA
$17-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years experience in cleaning homes. My services include standard, deep and move related cleanings.
Marissa can also help with: General room cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and they look forward to seeing her. She can easily entertain all 3 kids, and she notices their best qualities. Linda...
Shamita C.
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a stay at home mom and part-time worker at an academic institution. To pay my daughter's the high cost College tuition payment I started helping families in need as housekeeper, baby sitter and elder care since 2008.
I am meticulous, a detail oriented old fashioned. I am highly skilled in cleaning and organizing...
Munhtuya can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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"Tuya has been working with our family as a housekeeper for over a year. She is hard-working, thorough, dependable, and detail-oriented - she cleans our home as if it were her own, and leaves our house looking spotless. She is also very caring and considerate. We...
Jackelyn B.
Daphnee J.
Philadelphia, PA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Meal Prep And Housekeeping, Full Time.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had the pleasure of providing care and companionship to seniors for 11 years . I have experience in daily living skills, as well as more specialized care, such as Alzheimer's , Dementia. and Parkinson. I do assist clients with escort services to and from medical appointments, errands as well as social programs. I provide...
Daphnee can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
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"Daphne is a lovely person and an excellent, responsible, trustworthy, knowledgeable and dependable care taker. She was more than a caretaker to our mom - Daphne was a friend and companion as well. Her kindness, generosity and support for our mom and family were...
Bonnie F.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Well versed in cleaning tools and supplies. I have my own equipment or I can use yours. I have many years of personal experience and several months commercially. For this reason I try to be more accommodating in your preferences. I am also not opposed to off-peak hours for bookings if this helps you achieve your goals.
I am...
Joyce can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
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"Not sure what we do without Joyce! She is so warm and always smiling. She has great energy. She will spend all day making sure our house is perfect. She really takes pride in her work and we are so grateful for all that she does for us. Our house is always spotless...
Pilar P.
Hi! My name is Julia. I am currently in graduate school for occupational therapy. I will be in between full time clinical placements the month of August. I would love to take care of your loved pets with my extra time. I primarily have experience with cats and dogs, but love all animals.
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Hi! My name is Jamie and I am a graduate student at Drexel University getting my Masters degree in Family Therapy. I love dogs and I know how important they are to a family so I would love to help!
Jamie can also help with: Boarding
Gretchen H.
Bryn Mawr, PA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Happy To Take Care Of Your Pets, Including Walking, Drop Ins/feeding And Overnight Care.
Lifelong pet lover, owner, caregiver. Including volunteer pet therapy at Children's Hospital. Have been professionally taking care of pets for years and have many references available.
Gretchen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I may not have paid experience working with dogs but I have a 75 lb Labrador who I love and care for everyday. I love interacting with dogs at work especially our therapy dogs. I enjoy playing with them, walking them, and making sure their needs are met.
Chevy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi!! My family founded a non-profit for service dogs, so I have tons of experience!! Willing to transport as well
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am a lifelong dog lover with years of experience caring for dogs. I currently have three of my own, so I am very comfortable and familiar with dogs of all sizes and temperaments. I understand the importance of regular exercise and socialization for your furry friends.
I offer reliable, attentive, and loving dog walking...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking
Greetings! My name is Aloh. have 3 years of experience providing dog walking, pet sitting and dog-boarding services. I am an extremely compassionate animal lover and have been surrounded by them all my life. I have experience with multiple animals, dog breeds of all sizes and, fish, birds, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, etc....
Aloh can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I own 3 Labrador Retrievers of my own, and have professionally trained service dogs for the last 5 years as a volunteer for the non profit organization, Canine Companions for Independence. I am very experienced in caretaking of dogs of all sizes, from Jack Russell Terriers, to Great Danes.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Jackie, and I am a dedicated occupational therapy student with a heart for nurturing little ones. With 7 years of experience in childcare and a background in occupational therapy, I bring a unique blend of expertise and warmth to every babysitting session.
About me:
I am pursuing my doctorate at the...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I grew up in a 4+ person home and hated it being dirty. Would clean before and after school all the time. Anytime I spend time at someones house I would always ask to clean or straighten things up for them, cleaning is just my therapy!
Nichole can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing & more
I recently became unemployed as a private care provider in Aston on for a 93-year-old female on hospice. Proceeding that position I was at Granite Farms Estates in Media, where I assisted a client with her schedule complete with occupational therapy, speech therapy, fitness classes and taking long walks within the facility....
Patricia can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Swarthmore, PA
Victoria V.
5.0
Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!
- Kim G.
Alannah E.
5.0
Alannah was our daughter’s Nanny for two years (6mo-2.5y) and is the best ever! She took such great care of our daughter and was a joy to have in our home. Can’t recommend her strongly enough
- Care member
Sandra V.
5.0
Very polite and professional. Extremely meticulous in carrying out her duties. Very hard worker.
- Steven J.
Theresa R.
5.0
I hired Theresa to look after my four-year-old daughter while I went on a business trip. I have been on care.com for almost 3 years now, and never have I ever met a more personable and reliable sitter than her! She goes above and beyond what you ask of her. She is always on time, and best of all, my...
- Gwendolyn B.
Linda M.
5.0
Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and they look forward to seeing her. She can easily entertain all 3 kids, and she notices their best qualities. Linda is reliable, punctual, and a...
- Shamita C.
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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.