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Itzel A.

Housekeeper

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
window washing
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
Hello My name is Itzel and I have been working in the housekeeping industry for over 12+ years. I understand how Important it is when it comes to doing an amazing job with what is asked of me weather it's deep cleaning , office related or a busy home. I am very well oriented, organized , and professional. I also do provide my...

Care Member says "I hired Itzel for a deep clean for moving into my apartment and she did a phenomenl job at leaving everything spotless. As an expecting mother, she...

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Bozena D.

Professional House Services !!!!!

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Organization
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
Professional, high quality, reliable house services cleaning, organizing, house management and more ! Many years of experience. Great references from previous clients !!!!!
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Shaina M.

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Shaina! I am currently an occupational therapy doctoral student at RUSH university! I am looking for any families who may need childcare assistance on the weekends! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Three words to describe me: adaptive, creative, and enthusiastic! I have experience...
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Marilou N.

Experienced Caregiver

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I have more than 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have experience in taking care of patients with dementia, parkinson's, cancer, stroke, psychiatric, injured/fractured, bed-ridden, hospice, elderly, etc.
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Mya M.

Happy Kids, Happy Life

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$26/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Mya, a dedicated and trustworthy childcare provider with 9 years of experience. I additionally am able to provide services for other needs such as errands, organizing, cleaning, laundry, scheduling, etc. Owner of Blush & Bliss by Mya
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Nargiza B.

Senior Care

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
dementia
You and your loved ones deserve the best care, and I am here to provide it. I offer compassionate support for individuals and families in need. I have experience with taking care of individuals with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. I also have worked with bedridden . I can help with multiple other tasks such as:...
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Mandy S.

One Love Pet Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I offer Pet Sitting+ Mobile grooming & at my home! (Pick up & drop off service available upon request) I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give! Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting. I treat all animals with the...

Karie M. says "Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha...

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Salma C.

A Friend To All Fur Babies

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Grooming
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hi there ! I'm salma. I have just graduated from UIC (University of Illinois - Chicago) with a degree in biology in hopes of becoming a psychiatrist. I am CPR and AED certified. I have been a Nanny for 5 years now. My pet sitter services stems from the childcare I have provided over the years. I started pet sitting for families...

Care Member says "Salma did a phenomenal job taking care of our pup Carson. We had her take care of him for about 5 days, and it was clear when we picked him up that he...

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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Edgar L.

With A Strong Record Of Health Care Service And Client Satisfaction.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi my name is ED, I'm a dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of health care service and client satisfaction for 23 years. I consider myself compassionate, hardworking, trustworthy and dependable. I can easily adapt and handling a variety of client issues and problems with kindness and professionalism. I'm looking for a job...

Milena R. says "Edgar is a kind, warm and patient with my husband. His positivity and pleasant manner is on point. He is hardworking and trustworthy and always on time....

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Amy W.

Fun-loving Pet Caregiver

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am willing to provide pet-sitting and/or dog-walking services. I have been around dogs since I was very young, and currently have a young Shepherd mix back at home. I have experience sitting for dogs (puppies-elderly), as well as cats. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered at the Naperville Area...

Rob S. says "Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great...

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Patricia M.

Care Giver / Companion Seeking Live-In Position

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a very caring, patient, dependable & compassionate caregiver. Spending quality time trying to share their interests & finding out their dislikes. I have kept my clients safe as a live-in for more than 15 years, providing personal care bathing, toileting, and dressing. Experience with Stroke , Alzheimer's, Dementia,...

Care Member says "Pat was great help for my dad when he came home with Hospice care. She was kind a gentle. She did everything we asked her to do . She was calm and...

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Priscilla D.

Compassionate Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...

Darleena W. says "Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "

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Agnieszka G.

I can take care of seniors.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
respite care
transportation
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hello beautiful families. I used to be a nurse and worked in the hospital for 6 years before I moved to US. I have been working here for different families more than 20 years . I have experience with dementia and a lot of different medical conditions that older people have. I am familiar with medication , insuline...

Care Member says "Agnes was great to work with and took amazing care of our dad. Very patient and sweet. She’s very knowledgeable with geriatric care."

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Judith D.

Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Selena O.

Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
6 years experience
Hi, my name is Selena. I am qualified nanny with 6+ years of childcare expirience, providing exceptional service to families in Northshore area. I am very comfortable with infants, toddlers, and Preschoolers. I focus on creating a safe and nurturing environment for children, while implementing age-appropriate activities. I...

Care Member says "We love Selena! She is fun, energetic, playful, and loving. She had my two boys doing unique and stimulating activities every day. She would sing to...

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Michael R.

Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Transport Errands/doctors, Days Mon-Fri.

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
If you're looking for someone to care for your loved one who has experience with care giving, and also possesses integrity, compassion, and attention to detail, please call me. I have experience providing companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation, as well as assistance with physical and occupational...

Laragene W. says "Michael is just the best! Calm, patient, kind, and careful. He was always mindful of everyone in the family and took such special care of my Dad with...

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Abby M.

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Abby-I am a licensed social worker, trained in play therapy, with a concentration on working with children and families! Prior to my master's, I worked for three years at a youth organization, specializing in education, social and, emotional growth with middle school-aged youth. Throughout, I have been a caregiver for...

Mary Beth M. says "We are so incredibly grateful for Abby! Abby started nannying for us when my daughter was 6-months old. Abby has a very gentle, warm style with...

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Kristine B.

Nanny Mobile At Your Service

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I also have 5 nieces and 2 nephews ranging from pre-teen to toddler, who I have cared for since they've been born, upon numerous occasions, so I have experience ranging from newborns to preteens. I am a non smoker with my own vehicle. My boyfriend is a mechanic, so my car...

Care Member says "Kristine used to sit for me when she was younger. I recently reached out to her, for help with my grandchildren while my daughter & son in law were out...

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Mukesh M.

Part Time Care Giver

Glenview, IL

4.8(1)
from
$28/hr
Mobility assistance
personal care
respite care
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, friends. this is Mukesh M. I am certified nursing assistant from 2012 Licensed CNA, expert care giver for seniors, compassionate, gentle and understanding matters related to aging. As a primary health care provider, I have first hand experience in managing issues and concerns of patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease...

Care Member says "Mukesh took me to a medical procedure. He was professional, careful, helpful, and did a great job. Would definitely recommend."

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.33/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Buffalo Grove, IL

Therapy Dogs in Buffalo Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Itzel A.

I hired Itzel for a deep clean for moving into my apartment and she did a phenomenl job at leaving everything spotless. As an expecting...

- Care member

Mandy S.

Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to...

- Karie M.

Salma C.

Salma did a phenomenal job taking care of our pup Carson. We had her take care of him for about 5 days, and it was clear when we picked him...

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Buffalo Grove, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Buffalo Grove, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Buffalo Grove, IL is $19.33 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Buffalo Grove, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Buffalo Grove, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Buffalo Grove, 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.

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