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Lilian O.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lilian and I just finished my bachelors degree at Smith College and I'm currently in Doctor of Physical Therapy School. I've been babysitting for 8 years and I have experience with kids and toddlers of all ages. I love arts and crafts, music, cooking, and playing outside!

Lauren K. says "Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took charge, and...

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Larysa K.

Housekeeping

River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Larysa. I have over 8 years of experience in professional house cleaning. I am a responsible and reliable person who takes great pride in providing high-quality cleaning services tailored to your needs. I do not work by the hour but offer flat-rate pricing based on the size and condition of your home. This...

Iuliia S. says "Great experience with Larysa! She is super detailed. Everything shines after the cleaning"

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Liudmyla Z.

Housekeeper/Cleaning Service

Chicago, IL

3.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Liudmyla. I am an experienced housekeeper with more than 15 years of experience. I can sweep, mop, scrub, dust, wax and polish furniture, window cleaning, furnishings, equipment. Clean and disinfect bathrooms, including tub/showers, bedrooms, sort, wash and unload laundry. Remove soiled and contaminated...

Michelle H. says "Liudmyla is a life saver for us. She is very flexible because our schedule changes frequently. She does a wonderful job cleaning our home and even...

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Joanna S.

High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 14 years of House management , family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef. I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...

Gwynne B. says "I recently had a bad experience with a care.com cleaner and am VERY cautious. Joanna made sure I was ok with her work during and when done. I took a...

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Brigita V.

Senior Caregiver

Brookfield, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
specialized care
dementia
personal care
mobility assistance
I have over 10 years of experience working as a caregiver in the Chicagoland area. I have worked with the elderly population who have various health conditions, such as CHF, COPD, Parkinson's disease, MS, and stroke. I hold a Master's degree in Physical Therapy from Lithuania and am a certified and insured personal trainer...
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Melony Z.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Caring for children isn't a job to me; it's my passion. My experience and references will show that I'm the perfect nanny for your little ones! I'm dedicated with an immaculate track record and besides childcare, I can offer additional services including tutoring, errands, and housekeeping. I'm committed to helping bring out the...

Nika P. says "Very sensitive and careful with babies. She wants to pursue a career in dealing with infants and you can tell she genuinely enjoys it. Trusted her with my...

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Magdalena P.

Full And Part-Time Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Basement cleaning
dusting
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Natalie V. says "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!"

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Katrina B.

Experienced Private Tutor

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been caring for younger children since the age of 12 when I began as a babysitter in my childhood church. I would watch the younger children in the church nursery so their parents could attend the service uninterrupted. Children there ranged from newborn to 5 years old. Later I began watching individual children for...

Lindsey N. says "Katrina has been amazing with our two kids. They look forward to seeing her every week, and we appreciate her dependability. She's flexible, communicates...

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Janiyah L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...

Care Member says "She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

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Ruth S.

Experienced Caregiver - Graduate Student

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Ruth, and I love working with kids! I'm a graduate student at Rush University pursuing a doctorate in Audiology. I have experience caring for children of all ages, ranging from infants to preteens. Additionally, I have experience tutoring children in their homes. I have a personality that is very happy,...

Mary kathryn V. says "Ruth helped us with our 1 year old granddaughter and 2 year old grandson before and during my daughter's wedding in June 2019. The children loved...

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Sarah B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
With a passion for animals and over 10 years of experience in pet care, I offer comprehensive services to keep your pets happy and healthy. From daily walks and feeding to special needs and medical care, I provide attentive, reliable, and loving care for all types of pets. Your furry, feathered, or scaly friends are in good...

Care Member says "Sarah very patiently dealt with my dog who was terrified of her even though she had walked with her and she had been in the apartment. My dog bit her...

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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Bee H.

Postpartum Doula Available For Newborn Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a postpartum doula specializing in the care and support of newborns and their parents just before and just after birth as well as a beloved nanny for over 15 years now. I am currently looking to help supplement care for families-specifically those with newborns or infants-on an occasional or part time basis! Open to any...

Erin M. says "We were sad that we were not able to hire Becca FT due to our schedule but she was great with our 3mo old during an afternoon trial. She was calm and...

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Alyssa H.

Experienced Caring Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Let me help make your family's life easier this as an educated, caring, loyal nanny with over 17 years of childcare experience. Over the years I've had the privilege of caring for children ages 6 month to 17 years old, working with families in a variety of capacities. My long-term roles have been as a summer nanny for one family...

Care Member says "Alyssa is an excellent caregiver she started with my daughter when she was 5 or 6 months old and now my baby is almost 9 months. She's attentive, kind,...

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Chloe G.

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver- Date night- Last Minute Care giving- Pet Sitter

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My love for kids started at a young age taking care of children at my local church in the daycare. Believers Church in Matteson gave me my very first childcare opportunity caring for the 2-3-year-olds during church services every Sunday morning. After that experience, I started my very own "babysitting club" based on the old...
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Michelle M.

Personal Assistant/Caregiver

Clarendon Hills, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
My name is Michelle and I'm an experienced Caregiver/personal assistant. I enjoy working with seniors and I'm compassionate about what I do. I understand that everyday life can get pretty hectic and I'm available to provide assistance whenever and wherever I can. My services include but are not limited to; light...
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Michelle A.

Chicago, IL

4.5(0)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hi! I'm Michelle - a reliable and caring babysitter with a background in psychology, child development, and behavioral support. I hold a bachelor's in Psychology and recently earned my master's in Clinical Psychology. I've completed clinical training and currently work as a therapist. I have extensive experience working with...
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Abagayle K.

Experienced And Loving Caretaker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...

Beth B. says "My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire...

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Veronica A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Veronica! I've been a dedicated pet sitter for 7 years and a veterinary technician for 6, currently working at an emergency veterinary hospital that cares for dogs, cats, and exotic animals. My experience allows me to confidently care for pets with special medical needs, including administering medications, injections,...

Suzanne M. says "Veronica is very trustworthy and dependable. She took a daily picture of Oscar, which was very nice."

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Zoe S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I am a recent speech-language pathologist grad, who is looking for gigs before the new school year! I am very outgoing, playful, and energetic caretaker! I try my best to get kids off of their technology and up and moving. My specialty is a good scavenger hunt! In undergrad, I also minored in educational services, so...

Gillian G. says "Have recommended Zoe for babysitting jobs to two different families and they both had absolute rave reviews."

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $45.00/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL

Therapy Dogs in Forest Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Lilian O.

Lillian cared for our 3 year old and 10 month old for many Fridays this past summer. Lillian showed up on time in the morning, quickly took...

- Lauren K.

Larysa K.

Great experience with Larysa! She is super detailed. Everything shines after the cleaning

- Iuliia S.

Liudmyla Z.

Liudmyla is a life saver for us. She is very flexible because our schedule changes frequently. She does a wonderful job cleaning our home...

- Michelle H.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Forest Park, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, IL is $45.00 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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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