Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Aurora, IL
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60 therapy dogs are listed in Aurora, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Aurora, IL
Jill G.
Aurora, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Will Care For Your Family Members As Kindly I Would My Own
I believe society needs to better respect their senior members. I have worked at Aspire, a not for profit social service agency, since 1992 with adults of all ages including seniors & I have loved it. I recently quit this past February to find work closer to home, but I still go back & do therapy dog visits there. I was always...
Jill can also help with: Transportation, personal care, respite care
Daylinda M.
Aurora, IL
$39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA/ nurse assistant and CPR trained with over 12 years experience in caregiving; personable, compassionate
and jovial personality. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care, medication management , meal preparation, feeding, light housekeeping, laundry, companionship. Experienced in handling hospice...
Daylinda can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
I provide dog sitting services both in my own home and the owner's. I am happy to take dogs on walks and care for cats or exotic animals. Can also perform light grooming.
Janelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Melissa R.
Aurora, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and fun!
I have experience working as a behavior technician for kids in ABA therapy. I have a younger brother who has Autism so I have had experience with special needs! I am currently in a graduate program for a master's degree in Occupational therapy with hopes to work in...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning
Christine F.
Aurora, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Teacher- Good With Kids, Seniors, And Dogs And Cats
My new position requires me to travel to Maui once a quarter; I am looking for a child care, tutoring or senior care position in the off-months while I am home in Aurora. I retired from teaching middle school for 22 years in District 204. I nannied in Naperville for two years, aided a quadriplegic client for a year, and worked...
Gina C.
Aurora, IL
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have dog sat over the years for several different families. I have my own pup who is a chihuahua and his name is George. I love all animals and have taken care of fishes and cats as well. I am open to any pet as well as any service needed! (baths, walking, feeding)
Tina B.
Aurora, IL
$26-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands. Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands
I am an Ethical Vegan which means I live by the ideals of causing no harm to any animals, human or non. I have experience with rescuing and caring for big dogs my entire life. But I love small dogs and cats, small animals and fish, too. I have had paid pet care jobs throughout my life as well. Currently, we share our home with 2...
Jill can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We hired Tina to care for our 3 dogs who had never been left before with anyone but family. We were gone for two weeks. Our dogs range in age from 1 year to 15 years old. They had a hard time and Tina hung in there with them. She encountered numerous...
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Jessica D.
Aurora, IL
$13-30/hr
Hi my name is Jessica and I am a very loving and reliable person . I treat everyone with kindness. I have 4 girls . I am looking to provide great services for you .
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
I am able to help with transportation services, household chores/ cleaning, running errands, provide companionship, and overall will provide any assistance needed with daily tasks.
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
I have 19 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have references with people whom I've worked with for years taking care of their parents or their friends.
Carmen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care
I have 3 years of experience for senior care, I can help with Transportation Services, Errands/Shopping and light housekeeping.
I use to work with people with dementia and stroke.
if you have any questions feel free to massage me at any time.
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Alma can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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responsible, hard-working, trustworthy, detail-oriented, flexible, honest, and reliable. Skilled in managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Maintained clean and orderly guest rooms and public areas.
Gloria can also help with: Carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing & more
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with transportation and home care services, I am a loving person, very patient, I love pets, I love children and being able to teach them new things!
Aydana can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning
Emma G.
Aurora, IL
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi. My name is Emma. I am looking for a family to provide babysitting services for this summer. I have two years of experience in babysitting. I am currently a freshman student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I am also a cheerleader for the Fighting Illini. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I am...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Gill does a wonderful job with my 15 year old son that has CP. She's very engaging and high energy - he really enjoys his time with her."
Tomi M.
Greetings! I'm Sofia G, an experienced cleaner with a strong dedication to creating tidy and organized living spaces. With a year and a half of hands-on experience cleaning apartments and townhouses, I have honed my skills in providing thorough and comprehensive cleaning services. From deep cleaning entire houses, including both...
Sofia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Jordan D.
Aurora, IL
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am 26 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children. Growing up, I helped my mom in her home daycare service, and I have experience caring for children from 6 months to 12 years. I love to read, do crafts, and stay active. I am CPR and first aid certified. I would love to meet you and your family!
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan is very professional and will do her very best to insure that her job is done to the best of her ability. She goes above and beyond, if she can, and will make sure that your family is taken care of."
Owen C.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Aurora, IL
Tina F.
5.0
Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his medicine in everyday! I highly...
- Krystal S.
Jill G.
5.0
Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly recommend her!
- Kevin F.
Jordan D.
5.0
Jordan is very professional and will do her very best to insure that her job is done to the best of her ability. She goes above and beyond, if she can, and will make sure that your family is taken care of.
- Owen C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Aurora, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Aurora, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Aurora, IL, 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 Aurora, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Aurora, IL is $17.00 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 Aurora, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Aurora, IL. 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 Aurora, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Aurora, IL, 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 Aurora, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Aurora, IL, 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.
Ratings for Aurora, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Aurora, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.