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Jan R.
Bellingham, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child, Adult Caregiver & Tutor, Transportation Services, Household Feng Shui
5.0
(2)
I have cared for children since I was one myself. I grew up into a large extended family in the Philippines and later came to the United States caring for my younger cousins during my youth. In high school I provided child care to the children of family friends and connections to save for college. I have a B. A. and am currently...
Jan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She worked for me within 3 years. She is very great with my grandkids. She sings and dances with them. Read them stories and help them out with their school assignments. She lets them eat vegetarian foods as she is a vegetarian. Nice healthy foods. I have 2,...
Judith E.
5.0
(1)
Hello caregivers of bitty humans! Are you looking for a goofy yet responsible caregiver for the most precious people in your life? Then I advise you to look no further. This is a one stop shop for all of your childcare needs. cooks, plays... but wait there's more! also transports your children from school! In all seriousness,...
Alexislee can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have worked with Alexis in childcare for several years. She is kind, caring and very professional. Her ability to multitask and organize tasks and activities are excellent. She is an amazing teacher and would be the perfect choice for a caregiver. I highly...
Chris V.
Lindsay L.
Uxbridge, MA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(14)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
-Reliable and Dependable
*starting babysitting when I was 11 for a neighbor and then went on to babysitting regularly
*was in night school for nursing in Medford
*work as a PCA
*CPR certified
*worked in two day cares one in the infant room and the other in the toddler room with fill inn's in the pre-school room
*watched twins 3...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsay is extremely reliable and hard-working. She will do or will try to do everything that you ask as it relates to hours, rules for the kids, and chores. She is a good communicator, too. Definitely recommend!"
Erin M.
Proscovia L.
Holliston, MA
$28-36/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
A trained Nursing Assistant/HHA, reliable, caring, patient, self-driven, and passionate about caregiving. I have 4+ yrs of experience caring for seniors and 6+ yrs' experience in social work. With me, my clients will receive appropriate care depending on their needs because I have sincere concern about their physical and mental...
Proscovia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Prossie is a very loving and attentive caregiver. She is well trained and very skilled. Prossie took care of my mother for a year and I feel we were blessed to have her in our lives. I can’t recommend her enough. "
Care member
Emily L.
Blackstone, MA
$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student Eager For A Caretaking Position!
Hello! My name is Emily and I am a second-year Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student looking for part-time work while I complete my fieldwork rotations.
I have 5 years experience working in the Recreational Department of both a nursing home and an assisted living facility. I have worked as a Physical Therapy Aide in an...
Emily can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
I provide dog walking and care giving services.
Curtis can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
Hey there! I love animals of all shapes and sizes. I have a dog and cat so boarding would have to be discussed, however I would love to care for your animals in anyway I can!!
Xandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Casey F.
Hopkinton, MA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I've grown up with dogs my whole life and have provided dog/cat sitting services for the past year. I am comfortable with all breeds and am happy to provide references. Hope to hear from you soon!
Hello, I am Melissa. I am professional care provider of 20 plus years. I am a mother of 2(16 ASD, SPD, ADHD,) (8ADHD, SPD). I am passionate about my work with families and kiddos. I love what I do and find it indescribably rewarding to support and witness those within my care access, explore and succeed in the world around them....
Sara N.
Millbury, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have many years of experience walking and sitting dogs throughout my years of school and am a recent new cat owner! I recently completed a doctor of physical therapy program moved to the area! As I wait to take my licensing exam in late April so I can begin looking for full time work, I am available to watch/walk your dogs...
Sara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi Everyone,
My name is Marcia , I have 5 years of experiences in house cleaning, I can help with kitchen cleaning, Bathroom Cleaning, rooms cleaning in general, change sheets, doing laundry e housekeeper services;
You can be sure that I can do an excellent job for you because I love doing this job.
Thank you so much
Marcia can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
I am a pet owner and animal lover. We have a cat, dog, and bearded dragon at home. I understand the level of trust it takes to have someone else care for your pet. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, fish, lizards and rodents. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable walking, feeding, playing with and...
Terese can also help with: Administration of medicine
Hi! I used to work in customer service and marketing, but decided to be a stay at home mom after my son was born. I treasured every moment of it and quickly realized that I wanted my days to be filled with more purpose than I felt from my corporate 9 to 5 gig.
My son (20 months old) and I began taking care of my mother in law...
Andrea can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Ambitious and energetic Nursing Assistant with an excellent ability to provide every person with exceptional care. Proficient in technical skills and service duties such as recording vital signs, assisting patients with basic hygiene, and activities of daily living. Genuinely driven to work towards achieving all persons'...
Jasmin can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia & more
I have lots experience with many types of pets, specifically dogs and cats. However, I can provide responsible service to pets like hamsters, turtles, etc. I am a great dog walker and avid animal lover.
Kasia can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I am a very caring, empathetic, compassionate, energetic, and dependable woman. I have extensive experience working with children ages 10 months-17 years old throughout the last 13 years. In addition, I conducted group therapy sessions regularly for children (ages 6-12) who had been diagnosed with a mental illness. Furthermore,...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
-Degree from Berklee College of Music in Music Therapy
-6 month internship with hospice
-2 years experience working at a daycare
-1 year experience working as a Music Therapist at a school for children with Traumatic Brain Injuries in Manhattan, NY
-CPR Certified
My cleanings are well made, organize and very detail-oriented and conscientious, I'm flexible, available to help , good references +2 years of experience. Reliable and responsible . My service is residential, comercial, move-in, move-out , construction cleaning . Please feel free to reach me out with any questions you may have .
Sueli can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Victoria K.
Shrewsbury, MA
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A Board Certified Music Therapist Looking To Make A Career Change Into Full Time Nannying!
-Degree from Berklee College of Music in Music Therapy
-6 month internship with hospice
-2 years experience working at a daycare
-1 year experience working as a Music Therapist at a school for children with Traumatic Brain Injuries in Manhattan, NY
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I have sited and taken care of many dogs and animals for different families .
Emilia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Upton, MA
Jan R.
5.0
She worked for me within 3 years. She is very great with my grandkids. She sings and dances with them. Read them stories and help them out with their school assignments. She lets them eat vegetarian foods as she is a vegetarian. Nice healthy foods. I have 2, a girl and a boy. They loved her...
- Judith E.
Alexislee L.
5.0
I have worked with Alexis in childcare for several years. She is kind, caring and very professional. Her ability to multitask and organize tasks and activities are excellent. She is an amazing teacher and would be the perfect choice for a caregiver. I highly recommend her.
- Chris V.
Lindsay L.
5.0
Lindsay is extremely reliable and hard-working. She will do or will try to do everything that you ask as it relates to hours, rules for the kids, and chores. She is a good communicator, too. Definitely recommend!
- Erin M.
Proscovia L.
5.0
Prossie is a very loving and attentive caregiver. She is well trained and very skilled. Prossie took care of my mother for a year and I feel we were blessed to have her in our lives. I can’t recommend her enough.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Upton, MA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Upton, MA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Upton, 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 Upton, MA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Upton, MA is $22.67 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 Upton, MA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Upton, 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 Upton, MA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Upton, 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 Upton, MA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Upton, 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.