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5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience with service ranging from taking care of the elderly, persons of disabilities, mentally challenged individuals and children.
During this time I have worked in different setups ranging from hospitals, facilities, home daycare to owning a home care agency.
I have the ability to multitask and...
Christine can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Christine to provide senior care for my parents, both of whom are dealing with Alzheimer's. In addition, she does housekeeping, cooks meals, administers their medications, and provides transportation to and from medical appointments. The meal preparation...
Care member
Debralle W.
O Fallon, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Customer Service Driven! Detail Oriented! Dependable! A Care Taker By Nature!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
10+ years of Customer service and communication skills. I have worked within the public as a hostess and cashier. I have an Associate's degree and have worked in the medical field, caring for the elderly for over 7 years. I myself have 4 children and as I enjoy caring for the elderly, I also enjoy caring for children as well!!...
Debralle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Debralle was a true delight to work with. I hired her for a move-out cleaning of my father's apartment after he passed. Debralle was not only very compassionate, but I knew his home was in trustworthy hands. Her communication was wonderful, and I just overall...
Precious S.
Shearry W.
Belleville, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Empty Nester With 20 Years Of Child Care Experience, As A Mother, 14 Years As A Substitute Teacher
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been married for 33 years. My husband is a retired IL State Police Officer. We have 3 daughters, ages 29, 27, and 24. Previously, for about 12 years, I worked as a substitute teacher in Belleville. I also worked at BASSC as a student aide, teacher's aide, and substitute teacher for 2 yrs. Before having children, I worked...
Shearry can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shearry has been with our family for over 3 years now. She has been the best addition to our lives as not only a caregiver, but also a friend, role model, and teacher. Every week our boys are happy and excited to see their “nan” and know exactly what day it is...
Care member
Debralle W.
O Fallon, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Caregiver With Over 5yrs Of Experience In Home Care And Facilities.
5.0
(1)
I have over 15yrs of Customer service and communication skills. I have worked in the medical field for over 8yrs, working with the elderly and memory care clients. I have always enjoyed caring for others and I also have 4 kids of my own. So I know what it means to show care, compassion, patience, understanding, privacy and...
Debralle can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hire Debralle to do light to medium housekeeping and to help care for my sick mother in law. She later had to care for my wife once she took ill. Both really love Debralle and she is a great worker."
Harry B.
Now at age 33, I have maintained my CPR certification since I was 14 after taking a babysitting course as a 4-H project. Ever since then, I have had a myriad of different experiences in childcare, including providing therapy for children on the autism spectrum for 6 years, and a nanny for 4 years. I also have experience with...
Crystal can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Rayven H.
Belleville, IL
$16-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Rayven- I am a full time student looking to offer tutoring services! I love working with children and have been a nanny for the last 11 years. I have always incorporated tutoring/homework help into my responsibilities. I also volunteer in helping elementary children with math and English. I am looking to gain more...
I have been a speech-language pathologist for 4 years, and I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming therapy for individuals ages 4+. I am currently a teletherapist for public schools across Illinois. I recently started taking on private clients through my practice Authentic: Speech Therapy, LLC. I see clients in-home or via...
I have worked both publicly and privately with dogs and cats of all sizes. I have over 10 years of hands-on experience and have even worked with service animals when requested. I personally have 2 dogs Dutch Shepherd/Belgium Malinois and a Golden retriever and one cat at this time.
My sons are also very good with animals and...
Erika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Vivian W.
O Fallon, IL
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I began tutoring a middle school age student for National Honor Society service hours in high school. Eventually this became a paying job. I helped the student complete homework, catch up on missing assignments, and taught them organizational skills to prevent missing assignments.
I have 14 years of experience, 22 years if you count raising my own children. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management I have a very good understanding of medicine interaction and timely administration. As a person who has spent several years managing my own and my families medical needs I feel confident I...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a full time Mom, I have a 3-year-old who is autistic and has a feeding tube. I have a CNA background, but I no longer do that work. im looking to do something during the day while my sons in therapy, I would have to go feed him at 11 everyday so you would need to be comfortable with me taking your little one with me.
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I have worked with kids with autism and other learning disabilities for the past five years. During the school year I work at school for autism in Maplewood Missouri. I have had lots of experience with older and younger kids. I also have had lots of experience with potty training, aggressive behaviors, sleep therapy and feeding...
Taylor L.
East Saint Louis, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Former Applied Behavioral Analysis Behavioral Technician
Hello, I am a college student earning my associates in Business Administration at SWIC. I have experience with children of every age and gender, as well as, experience taking care of children with disabilities. From October 2019- February 2022 I worked at Center for Autism and Related Disorders as a behavioral therapist,...
I have a dog and 2 cats. I have a huge respect for animals and all they offer us. I have had animals for my entire adult life and enjoy interacting with and caring for them. If you're away, out of town, I can offer some dusting, vacuuming, weeding, tidying, getting the mail, etc.
I have provided pet care in addition to babysitting services all throughout highschool and some college. I love animals and perceive that my cool, calm, and collected nature attracts dogs and cats alike. I would love to watch your fur baby for you!
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, creative and kind.
I like working with kids because I enjoy art, music and staying active. It's always fun teaching children how to be creatives and helping them learn new things.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to spend teaching children how to draw and be creative also other...
Debora P.
Belleville, IL
$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a senior caregiver for over 10 years in providing excellent care. I'm very patient and passionate about the care that I would be providing for you and your family. Im physically strong to better assist in high risk situations. My preferred availability is overnight care but that could be negotiable. I'm a Uber driver...
Debora can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Cathrynn C.
East Saint Louis, IL
$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am offering child care, senior care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, and even dance lessons.
Cathrynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12. I have babysat for many different family and I have lots of references. I worked in a daycare for two years. I also have experience work with children that are on the spectrum scale. The past two years I was a nanny for a family with two little boys. Before they moved to South Carolina. I...
Macy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I've been around pets all of my life. For the past 5 years, I have pet sit for friends and family. I have references available and am looking to gain more clients.
Back in my earlier years, I worked at a kennel in Saint Louis and really enjoyed it. These days, some pets do not fare well in the kennels and I am thankful to...
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Freeburg, IL
Christine C.
5.0
Wonderful woman and HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL. When she gets to work, you don't have to worry about a thing
- Vicki L.
Debralle W.
5.0
Debralle was a true delight to work with. I hired her for a move-out cleaning of my father's apartment after he passed. Debralle was not only very compassionate, but I knew his home was in trustworthy hands. Her communication was wonderful, and I just overall enjoyed her personality. But, on top of...
- Precious S.
Shearry W.
5.0
Simply put: She’s amazing. Shearry is extremely helpful and goes above and beyond to make our lives easier. She’s great with our son (and daughter when she’s out of school), helps clean, does laundry, grocery shops and makes delicious meals. She keeps a daily log of all the activities done each day...
- Care member
Debralle W.
5.0
I hire Debralle to do light to medium housekeeping and to help care for my sick mother in law. She later had to care for my wife once she took ill. Both really love Debralle and she is a great worker.
- Harry B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Freeburg, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Freeburg, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Freeburg, 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 Freeburg, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Freeburg, IL is $20.00 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 Freeburg, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Freeburg, 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 Freeburg, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Freeburg, 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 Freeburg, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Freeburg, 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.