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Olivia H.
Byron, IL
$11-15/hr
I can care for your beloved animals! My services include pet sitting, dog walking, waste removal and much more.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Olivia! I have many years with house keeping and industrial cleaning. My family owned there own cleaning service for many years
Olivia can also help with: Oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"I love them. Olivia is an outstanding caretaker. Her communication is on point always informative. Extremely accommodating as well. I can not express how much she is a life saver, when I needed a sitter she was welcoming and understanding of the urgency. Both her...
Breeafton B.
Some tidying up can be hard with busy schedules! I enjoy helping make others lives easier. I plan to provide high class cleaning services, and pay attention to small details throughout your home. It is important that you trust your cleaners, I assure you your home is in good hands and will be even more welcoming once it is...
Elysia R.
Rockford, IL
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I have 5 years of paid childcare experience, starting when I was 15 at Byron Park District, and leading to where I currently work at Westside Children's Therapy. I love children and am CPR, CPI, and Life Guard certified! I am incredibly punctual and enthusiastic!
Elysia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Do you want a housekeeper who cares about YOU FIRST?
Independent owner and operator of "Sparkling Eagle Cleaning Service."
With 10+ years of experience across the globe, I am proud to be at your service.
Alexa can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as primary caregiver for 15years, and have gained a great deal of experience. The services I provide to the elderly are: companionship, assistance with bath, dressing, grooming, medicine reminder, light housekeeping, cooking, laundry, grocery, and driving to appointments. If you have any questions, please...
Manana can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Manana is amazing! She is working with my elderly father and she does an exceptional job. One can tell that she really does care about her job and about the people that she works with. My dad absolutely adores her. She is punctual, will do anything that it's asked...
Michelle M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been animal sitting and house sitting for about a year and a half now. To check out my references further feel free to look me up on pet care service! I love and care for animals as if they were apart of my family. I have endless patience for them and have experience giving animals medications.
Kristen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with infants, children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, especially with those on the autism spectrum providing 1:1 learning, individualized care, therapeutic support & training, behavioral intervention, community integration and play activities for over 25 years. This is not "my job" -...
5.0
"I am more than happy to provide a reference for Mariza. She was a Godsend this summer! We live out of state and are here often and found myself in a difficult situation with my teenage son who is on the Spectrum this summer. He's been going through a rough spot and...
Keren O.
Paula M.
Rochelle, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Since 2016., I have been a caregiver for a C6 female incomplete Quadriplegic, ROM exercises, bowel program, bathing and dressing. Light housework. All transfers in and out of the wheelchair done with a slide board. My daughter was born with a Grade II IVH, acquired Hydrocephalic and is mildly delayed. I had my Mother live in my...
5.0
"At home with Paula, I feel like I have a much-needed assistant in my life. We recently moved, and have been trying our best to unpack when we can, but progress has been slow, making our home sometimes feel a bit upside down. And, as a busy work-from-home mom of an...
Amy A.
I grew up in a family that bred dogs, horses, mules, cows, and just about any farm animal you could imagine. I am a major lover of animals and have been caring for them since I can remember. I currently have a service running for dog and cat sitting already and have had over 20 recurring clients in the past year. I work with...
Lauryn can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi My name is Ariana B. I live in the Rockford area and a special mother of 1. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning as well as every day living assistance, I have previous experience working with those with intellectual and developmental Disabilities as well as behavior...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
Hello! I can help you with your animals basic care, check ins, cleanup after your pet, and basic mail pick up/drop off. Send me a message with what you need, thanks!
My name is Tammy, and I started my own business about five years ago. I believe detailing my service is the best customer service I can provide, word of mouth has been the best business card. I do not charge by the hour, I charge per job, that way, there's never any confusion and we know whats to be expected. I do have...
Tammy can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
I have had animals all my life. I have a Lhasa Apso, an English mastiff, one cat and a 5,000 gallon Koi pond. I have worked for a groomer also. I also volunteered at Noah's Ark. Animals are wonderful companions for everyone.
Tammy can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
I am a very hard working individual, I like to give my clients the best service. I hold myself to the highest standard possible, and take pride in my work. I would be honored to be able to work for you!
Breonna can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning & more
Brenna A.
Rockford, IL
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
New to this! But I love senior/pet care, a true passion of mine. I am a licensed registered nurse with about 3 years of experience. My passion is helping others. I also love dogs. I am CPR/BLS certified, up to date in my continuing education credentials for my RN license. I am easily adaptable to all environments. Previous to...
Brenna can also help with: Pet sitting
I love helping others cooking, cleaning , bathing whatever is to meet their needs and making sure their happy and healthy
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Paula M.
Rochelle, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked with several families taking care of dogs and multiple cats. Services included nail trims, medication, Vet appointments and overnight stays in the client's home when needed.
Paula can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
2.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For the last year and a half I was taking care of an incredible man who just lost his battle with dementia. At first it was simple reminders and at the later stage was all 1 on 1 care
The 8 years prior I was caring for incredible gentleman. I took care of his catheter, diabetes, high blood pressure, meals, laundry, cleaning and...
Jodi can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jodi cared for my dad for 5 years. We initially had her come in for a couple of hours a days to help him with some light housework, but his needs soon became greater, and she gradually spent more and more time with him. Jodi really took the time to get to know...
Gaye H.
Porschae P.
Rockford, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Living out my passion, by providing service to individuals in need. More Healthcare experience than anything, willing to assist on a per diem basis. Errands available.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Byron, IL
Olivia H.
5.0
I love them. Olivia is an outstanding caretaker. Her communication is on point always informative. Extremely accommodating as well. I can not express how much she is a life saver, when I needed a sitter she was welcoming and understanding of the urgency. Both her and her husband are always very...
- Breeafton B.
Manana L.
5.0
Manana is amazing! She is working with my elderly father and she does an exceptional job. One can tell that she really does care about her job and about the people that she works with. My dad absolutely adores her. She is punctual, will do anything that it's asked of her, and then some. I am very...
- Michelle M.
Mariza M.
5.0
I am more than happy to provide a reference for Mariza. She was a Godsend this summer! We live out of state and are here often and found myself in a difficult situation with my teenage son who is on the Spectrum this summer. He's been going through a rough spot and I needed lots of support and care...
- Keren O.
Paula M.
5.0
Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs.
- Stuart W.
Jodi M.
5.0
Jodi cared for my dad for 5 years. We initially had her come in for a couple of hours a days to help him with some light housework, but his needs soon became greater, and she gradually spent more and more time with him. Jodi really took the time to get to know him and appreciate him as a person,...
- Gaye H.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Byron, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Byron, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Byron, 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 Byron, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Byron, IL 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 Byron, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Byron, 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 Byron, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Byron, 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 Byron, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Byron, 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.