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60 therapy dogs are listed in Lyons, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Lyons, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Does your child need aid in completing homework, studying for exams and maximizing learning? In the wake of COVID-19, education has become more complex, especially for children transitioning into full-time homeschooling. My goal is to aid in students needing help with homework, especially for those exclusively studying...
5.0
"So glad I hired Asia! She is super organized, knowledgeable, and made learning fun for my 7 year old son. She definitely has a way with kids. Super grateful for her help during this time. I've already recommended her to a few of my neighbors."
Jessica P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Abby and I am currently a freshman at American University. I am offering child care services!
I love being a babysitter and have lots of experience working with children. I took child education courses all through high school, have been a swim instructor for children for the past 3 years, and have been...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby babysat for us last summer and was an excellent sitter and help around the house. I have two children, 8 and 5, who got along very well with Abby. She was always on time, engaging with the kids, got them to their activities, and put my husband and I very much...
Donna H.
Maureen M.
Oak Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
4.0
"Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around...
Jennifer V.
5.0
(2)
Hello,
My name is Amanda. I am 35, and live in Oak Forest. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and our fur babies. My favorite hobby is theater. I love acting, singing, dancing. I'm also working on finishing my teaching degree. I have been a nanny on and off for 17 years, but consistently for the last 10 years....
Amanda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda has been the full-time nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months old. We are extremely happy with Amanda and the care she gives to our little girl. In fact, we often turn to Amanda for her expertise in child care when we are encountering...
Heidi S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
5.0
"Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home...
Jennifer W.
Tina S.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.
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(5)
I have six, and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I take...
Tina can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tina was a great addition to our family."
Mary P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was in high school and also started working at an in-home child care facility in Oak Park, IL. The range of children I worked with at this child care center was from 1 year to 5 years old. I was a nanny during the summers of my undergraduate career. During these summers, I worked with children from...
Nia-imani can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 3 year old son had a wonderful day with Nia. Based on her interactions with my son, it is clear she is highly skilled and experienced working with children. At the end of the day, my son let me know he’s looking forward to the next time he can play with Nia."
Mindy G.
Crystal C.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Evening/Overnight/Part-time Nanny/Childcare Licensed Provider
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Crystal and I would love to help care for their little one. I aim to build your trust by being professional, dependable, honest and most importantly valuable. I put every effort into making the best comfortable environment for all children to explore their whole selves. I offer nanny services as well as away...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Crystal was always on time, enthusiastic to work, careful to details and very kid friendly. She took great care of my 18 months old daughter and entertained her with activities and reading stories for hours. She also took care of our newborn baby. I felt confident...
Pascale A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked for 3. 5 years helping with a 93-year-old retiree who suffered from multiple strokes and early onsite dementia and Alzheimer's. My duties included grocery shopping, taking to doctor appointments, outings with family and friends. I also did light housekeeping, hygiene care, prepared meals and was a constant companion....
Ann can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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"Ann cared for my mother on several occasions over a period of 8 years. She started helping Mom when she needed less assistance--doing household chores, following through on exercises--and as Mom developed more serious health problems, Ann was always there for our...
Diane S.
Alesandra D.
Chicago, IL
$14-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ali and I am currently a third year student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Northwestern. I have had experience dealing with special needs for all ages and am hoping to purse a career in pediatric physical therapy upon graduation.
5.0
"Ali was a true delight! I only wish she could have held me for a longer period of time. She was extremely dependable and reliable. She takes initiative and is professional. She is just fun to be with. There wasn't anything she wasn't willing to do."
Lisa M.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...
Laura can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"We hired Laura M. to take care of my 96 year old mother overnight at the Rehab Center back in January 2023. We then moved my mother back home with the help of Laura, who continued to take care of my mother overnight. My mother is 96, Spanish speaking, has dementia,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I m 22 years old and I have a huge passion for animals. I begged my parents for a dog ever since I could talk and would cry any time we would go into a pet store because I was always told no. years and a 55-slide PowerPoint presentation later I have 3 guinea pigs (Pippa, Callie & Lady) and 2 labradoodles (Lila & Otis). Lila has...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Hannah was great with our two dogs. We felt at ease knowing she was taking good care of them while we were away. She gave them extra attention and gave us updates which was much appreciated. I highly recommend her services!"
Anne D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a licensed middle and high school educator, and I have over 10 years of experience teaching English, writing, grammar, test prep, and life coaching. I tailor my tutoring and life coaching to the individual client, and I have a strong history of success. My clients improve their scores and their understanding and feel...
5.0
"He was exactly what my daughter needed to help her with this subject in school. The classes are always informative, entertaining and well presented. The instructor is positive and the information is concise. Very happy with Matt."
Katherine J.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours).
I offer the following services:
Transportation to/from doctor appointments
Physical Therapy (regular exercise)
Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, home modification, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Michelle was a wonderful weekend caregiver for my sister who was in hospice care following a stroke. Care included bathing, feeding, wound care, hoyer lift, Broda wheelchair, etc.
She was extremely reliable, very professional and trustworthy. I highly...
Carissa H.
5.0
(1)
Dani (they/them) is a Queer, Trans Non-Binary Nanny. They've had a long history of working with babies, kids, and families both in their personal life and professionally. For over 7 years, they were the go-to babysitter for family and friends, where they gained experience using cloth diapers and wipes with newborns and babies,...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Dani helped us out for a month when the parents faced a high workload. I appreciated their reliability, trustworthiness, open communication style, and kindness. Dani has a very calm presence and patience particularly when bonding with a special-needs child. They...
Madlen W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a care-giver for the past 15 years. During that time, I took care of 8 different seniors, ranging from age 84-99. I have administered medications, given baths, provided transportation to doctor appointments, et cetera. I have provided care-giving services to both men and women.
In addition, I can provide childcare...
Diane can also help with: Personal care, home modification
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane."
John X.
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: Visiting nurse, personal care
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.
Diane H.
Villa Park, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience. I have trained in in child development and art therapy. I love to help with crafts and school work, as well as some cooking/meal preparation.
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My wife and I interviewed Diane to help out with our 3 YO daughter and planned on hiring her; however, our family unexpectedly offered to help out, so we did not end up needing her. We did have lengthy e-mail/text conversations with her, had her over for...
Jeremy H.
5.0
(1)
Hello. My name is Elsie A little bit about myself, I and I am mom 3 kids but I like to help others I offer reasonable prices and reliable service. Cleaning and care senior citizen helper (once or repeatedly)
Organizing
Personal shopper/groceries/other cleaning
wash dishes
walk your dog Take garbage out on garbage day...
Elsie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Is a very responsible person always be on time take care about my person very good always smile and very positive attitude "
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lyons, IL
Beth T.
5.0
I want families to know that Asia is extremely good with children. My two kids (1st grade and 4th grade) absolutely loved her. She was funny, sweet, artistic, intelligent, caring, and easy to get along with. My children always looked forward to being tutored. They got much better grades and always...
- Julie S.
Abigail G.
5.0
Abby is really amazing! She is energetic and plays with my 2 boys ( 4 and 2) straight for 5 hours. They walk to the park, draw on this sidewalk, play in the backyard, building house and boys favorite time with her is playing the floor with lava. They also read books, play Lego, and toys in the...
- Peiting W.
Maureen M.
4.0
Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around the house.
- Jennifer V.
Amanda C.
5.0
Amanda has been the full-time nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months old. We are extremely happy with Amanda and the care she gives to our little girl. In fact, we often turn to Amanda for her expertise in child care when we are encountering new stages with our daughter and she...
- Heidi S.
Todd M.
5.0
Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home to focus on homework. He also...
- Jennifer W.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lyons, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lyons, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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 Lyons, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lyons, IL is $21.33 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Lyons, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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 Lyons, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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 Lyons, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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.