
"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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Hi my name is Aubrey I am 19 years old. I am a sophomore softball player at the university of toledo. I am studying nursing. I am offering child care and senior care. I have babysat for families with children ranging from 1-12+ since I was 15. My responsibilities included cooking, cleaning, and putting to sleep. I took care of my grandmother who has dementia for multiple summers. I can cook, drive to appointments, and another other task needed around the house!
Hi there! My name is Alli. I am currently starting my own business; I have a bachelors degree in integrative medicine. I love working with kids and have for a long time. I was a live-in nanny for over a year for a family of four. One of the kiddos was two, one was five, and one was twelve. After that, I worked with another family managing their household for a year. They had a two year old and an eleven year old. I then substitute taught at a democratic school. These are just the families I’ve worked with long term, I’ve done a lot of babysitting in-between! I have little nieces and nephews and they’re the light of my life. I’ve done a lot of pet sitting over the years as well, including elderly dogs who required a lot of extra care. I love children and animals so much! I am very comfortable cooking, cleaning, driving, and running errands. I’m very organized and can help in this way as well!
Hi! My name is Comfort and I am a student studying public health and I’m a responsible, patient, and caring individual with experience helping families with child care, senior support, and household tasks. I’m dependable, detail-oriented, and I take pride in creating a safe, clean, and positive environment. I genuinely enjoy helping others and building trust with the families I work with. Services I Offer • Child care and babysitting • Senior companionship and non-medical support • Light housekeeping and household assistance • Errands and basic meal preparation • Homework help and supervision Child Care Experience with age groups: I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, school-age children, and teens. I’m comfortable following routines, supervising playtime, and ensuring children are safe and well cared for. Activities I enjoy doing with children: • Reading and storytelling • Arts and crafts • Educational games and homework help • Light outdoor play and creative activities • Helping with routines like meals and bedtime Special skills or talents: • Homework help and tutoring support • Light cooking and snack preparation • Patient, calm communication • Creative activities like drawing, music, and games Certifications or training: While I do not currently hold formal certifications, I am eager to learn, follow instructions carefully, and take safety seriously at all times. Senior Care Experience with senior care: I have experience providing companionship and assistance to seniors, helping them feel comfortable, respected, and supported in their daily routines. Non-medical skills I offer: • Light cooking and meal prep • Errands and basic shopping • Light housekeeping • Companionship and conversation • Assistance with daily tasks Why I enjoy senior care: I enjoy senior care because I value patience, respect, and meaningful conversations. I find it rewarding to support seniors and help them maintain comfort and dignity in their daily lives. Household Services Experience with household services: I have experience assisting with household upkeep and understand the importance of cleanliness and organization. Services I offer: • Light cleaning • Laundry • Organizing • Cooking and meal prep • Running errands Cleaning supplies: Yes, I can bring my own basic cleaning supplies if requested, or I’m happy to use household-provided items.
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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent

"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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