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60 therapy dogs are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(9)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I would like to introduce myself as a candidate for the Housekeeper position. As a meticulous person with an eye for detail, I am confident that my abilities can be of great value for your houses. I am committed to providing excellent housekeeping service each time I enter a home. I have experience for almost 10 years. I worked...
Magdalena can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Magdalena was great at scheduling a time to clean our home. She arrived on time and was able to use the cleaning items in my home to make the house look great. She worked on her own with little direction. We are so happy with the outcome and will be having her back...
Maria P.
5.0
(4)
Dedicated, service focused professional, healthcare and nursing assistant
Highly motivated and reliable worker with the ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills.
Backed by a solid work history , reputation and commitment to help others.
Background includes experience caring for terminally ill patients.
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, transportation, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"This unbelievably dedicated and compassionate woman was my elderly mother's primary caregiver for over five years. My mom was in loving and caring hands with Ana every day and she adored her. Ana's attention to detail and communication skills are amazing. I would...
Dave M.
Charina M.
Northbrook, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Filipina Certified Nurse Assistant whose experiences varies from hospital works, nursing home and presently doing private duty care. I had private duty clients from hospitals, nursing facility, rehab, and private residences. Services depends on the need of the clients.
Charina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Charina is so nice, responsible and helpful. My father loved her as does our whole family. She is knowledgeable and is highly skilled. I highly recommend her!"
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have completed light cleaning for my clients, retrieve mail, water grass, and make sure the home is ok if out of town
I can assist with organizing as well as cleaning closets.
Also, when I'm babysitting which is another service I provide. I usually have to take care of the families home too, as far as laundry if needed,...
Danielle can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I am a professional cleaner with one year of experience in the industry. I have always been passionate about keeping spaces clean and organized, and I am thrilled to have turned my passion into a profession.
Throughout my year of experience, I have developed a keen eye for detail and an efficient cleaning process that...
Ludmila can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Lyudmila was very thorough and efficient. She cleaned our two story house and a finished basement and did a great job."
Aliya B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings to all families,
I'm happy to be back to offer my childcare services to families in the up north Evanston/Skokie/WILMETTE and surrounding areas. I have been a member with Care. com since 2011. Due to covid I am currently part time at Pediatric Associates of Wilmette. With all that is happening with schools, and mom...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Rebecca for a part-time nanny position. When we met her we were very impressed with the way she jumped right in and played with our children. She was very energetic and fun loving. Unfortunately, I ended up not returning to work so her services...
Amy W.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Izabel. I have over 15 years of experience. Top references.
I am looking for a full or part-time job as a caregiver/companion. I provide light housecleaning, cooking, preparing meals, feeding, dressing, bathing, managing medications, doctor appointments, making groceries , walks, physical therapy, and much more ....
Izabela can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Iza took care of my Aunt for three years. Not only did she care for her and took her to appointments, she also took her on outings and came up with activities to engage her mind. She is a true treasure."
James M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi :) my name is Ameena . I've been a stay at home mom since 2015, and I proudly had 4 kids within these 7 years . Two amazing girls and two beautiful boys . Before that, I was in customer service but now I feel that I have become an expert in child care . I nursed all 4 of my kids and it was the happiest years of my life . I...
Ameena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ameena was kind, patient, and fun with my 6 year old. Communication was great between us and the review from my little guy was “she’s the best.”"
Care member
5.0
(1)
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...
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"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 patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat. "
Rob S.
Jasmen J.
Wheeling, IL
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Very Compassionate, Sympathetic, Caring And Out Going Person, I Love Cooking And Gardening.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I experienced working with Dementia, Cancer, Alzheimer, Depression, Parkinson, fall risk, bathing male or female any size, some with broken hips, arms legs neck. I can do light house keeping and cooking. I do grocery shopping and pick...
Jasmen can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My mom is very physically compromised and in a skilled nursing facility. She requires extra care and Jasmen was perfect. Jasmen was very communicative with me and my mom enjoyed her company. She made sure my mom ate, helped her organize her room, put on her make...
Laurie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated, accomplished, bilingual Certified Nursing Assistant with over 23 years of senior care experience. I have provided direct care in both clinical and private home settings. I am well versed and experienced in Dementia care, Parkinson's disease care, Alzheimer's , MS, ALS, medication management, HIPAA regulations,...
Tania can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Tania is an amazing CNA with a lot of older adult care experience. Her experience includes nursing home care as well as home care. I have included that it is OK to contact me directly for a detailed reference."
Genoveva H.
5.0
(1)
My experience spans various roles within the healthcare and customer service industries. As an experienced Assistant Manager at Domino's, I have excelled in team leadership, problem-solving, and operational management. I am known for fostering collaboration, enhancing employee performance, and ensuring exceptional customer...
Brittany can also help with: Personal care, visiting nurse
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Brittany show great concern and care for me. Since she has started taking care of me, my life has become more relaxed and enjoyable. To lose the ability to care for yourself is hard to accept, Brittany reassures me everything will be ok and work out. I...
Dorothy D.
Marzena B.
Niles, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Housekeeper & House Sitter Moving Into Phoenix- Available Full-time From January 2018
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of combined experience as a housekeeper for many families in the Chicagoland and Phoenix area. I have proven to be a trustworthy individual. I am very flexible with scheduling, whether it is weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or even before/after families move. Services include either general or deep cleaning and...
Marzena can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
5.0
"I was so happy to have Marzena come help us clean. She did a great job."
Jennifer Y.
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers
4.8
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is currently employed in our home, serving as a household manager from 2-7PM daily. her responsibilities include keeping the house operational, driving the kids from school and babysitting. When we get home the kids (ages 2 and 5) are bathed, fed (Nicole...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently graduated with my degree, Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I have a passion to care for those in need, especially those who are most vulnerable. This has made me, comfortable, competent and confident with providing care for people with special needs.
I have over 9 years of care giving...
5.0
"We can't say enough good things about Veronica....she's caring, responsible, hard working and very flexible. She's been helping serve as personal assistant for our 20 yr old daughter who has some physical and intellectual special needs. Veronica quickly earned our...
John B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I presented my thesis on a pediatric case.
I have over 9 years of care giving experience. I have watched over 10+ families. I have cared for 1-6 children at a time in a home setting and enjoyed every part of it!
For several years I have been a...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Veronica is wonderful. She is so kind and energetic. My daughters loved having her as their sitter."
Laila H.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Maria and I have worked as a housekeeper for more than 10 years. I'm super passionate about this job and I'll make sure that your house will look spectacular every time I'm there. I am super attentive to details, very organized and trustworthy. I can say that working as a housekeeper is the best thing that happened to...
Maria can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Maria did a wonderful job at our home! She was very professional, friendly and our house is sparkling! We're looking forward to working with Maria in the future!"
Jackie R.
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and Trustworthy person. For 26 years, I have provided professional caregiving, meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping and transportation services to my wonderful clients , some of whose families have become lifelong friends. My former clients or their surviving families can provide detailed...
Russel can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Russel is not only competent, efficient, and reliable, she is empathic and truly cares for every client she aids. She went above and beyond for my mother-in-law and she is now a forever member of our family. Russel doesn’t just consider this work a job. She is...
Care member
5.0
(22)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
COVID-19 VACCINATED
I am a trustworthy and loyal hardworking housekeeper who consistently meets goals while maintaining a welcoming environment. Excellent communication skills and cleaning practices combine to ensure meeting expectations, great housekeeping experience and come with strong recommendations. I have a can do...
Dana can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Dana is an extended part of our family. She takes tremendous pride in her work, is a delight to spend time with and takes initiative to go above and beyond to make sure our home is immaculate and orderly. I can't say enough good things about her. She comes with my...
Steven M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated from the University of Iowa in May with a major in exercise science and a certificate in disability studies. I am planning to begin Occupational Therapy school next fall! I have extensive childcare experience through being a full time nanny for 6 summers and my time as a full time nanny/mothers helper in the fall of...
Jaclyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaclyn is great! She is responsible, a great communicator, and the kids love her!"
Chris B.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Des Plaines, IL
Magdalena P.
5.0
Magdalena is amazing! She's very detail-oriented, and does a great job. My condo is sparkling after she's done. Plus, she's very pleasant and reliable!
- Natalie V.
Ana G.
5.0
This unbelievably dedicated and compassionate woman was my elderly mother's primary caregiver for over five years. My mom was in loving and caring hands with Ana every day and she adored her. Ana's attention to detail and communication skills are amazing. I would happily recommend her to anyone.
- Dave M.
Charina M.
5.0
One of the most fabulous caregivers we have ever met! You must hire her!. My mother was struggling with self care with both mental & physical limitations. Charina made it a point to find ways to keep my mom going from reading to & with her, to encouraging daily exercise, to bathing and massaging her...
- Care member
Ludmila S.
5.0
Does a fantastic job, very thorough, flexible, and willing to work with our family's needs. Also incredibly punctual and very responsive to any texts or messages.
- Jennifer L.
Rebecca L.
5.0
We interviewed Rebecca for a part-time nanny position. When we met her we were very impressed with the way she jumped right in and played with our children. She was very energetic and fun loving. Unfortunately, I ended up not returning to work so her services were not needed. However, if I do...
- Amy W.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Des Plaines, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Des Plaines, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Des Plaines, IL is $20.76 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 Des Plaines, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.