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5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
(Open for newborn overnight care) Hello! My name is Kara and I would love to help you care for your child/children. I have over 20 years of experience working with children. My passion of caring for children started as a teenager. I have worked with children of all ages, in their homes, at daycare centers, in public schools, and...
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Kara to care for a nanny share for infant son and one other child. Kara was prompt, energetic, relaxed and had great eye contact. We could see her being part of our extended family! We loved how she interacted with our son and he was clearly...
Lynn D.
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, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & 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 "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
For more than 15 years, I have been working and providing my professional housekeeping services. I know many families have busy schedules that make it difficult to find time to maintain a proper home. The best way to ensure your home is always clean and tidy is by hiring someone to help and this is why I'm here, Whether you need...
Abilene can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Abilene has been helping us for many years. She is detailed and very thorough. I highly recommend!"
John M.
5.0
(1)
I have been working in the special needs community since middle school. As a babysitter, in a hospital setting, and in a therapy setting all through high school, college, and post-professional employment.
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I am a current high school Special Education teacher with experience teaching adolescents on the autism spectrum and children with ADHD, cognitive impairments, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. My teenage daughter has cerebral palsy and is visually impaired and is...
5.0
"I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has enjoyed several days with his "new friend" as he now...
Melissa D.
4.4
(19)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brenda! I have the privilege of providing housekeeping services to families, from all walks of life! I enjoy my work and stand by it! Will come out in rain, snow, sleet, or shine! You can count on me showing up! I will try to work around your schedule, if needed! Can come out on short notice at times. I'm very...
Brenda can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Brenda is very professional and provides a thorough cleaning services. Highly recommend."
Tanveer D.
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
(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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Babysitting and caring for children of all ages and abilities has been a long standing passion of mine. I have been sitting since I was 12, have hundreds of service hours with special needs children, and have experience with sitting for up to 5 children at once. I strive to create a warm, safe, and creative environment for...
Cora can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hi Cora, I'd love to chat but am unable to send a message. If you're interested in a nanny job please send a message, thank you."
Dan 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: Errands, hospice services, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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
Annabel V.
Chicago, IL
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Annabel and I'm a mom with 10+ years in childcare experience. I live in the Irving Park neighborhood and would prefer to stay within 4 miles.
I provide care services that are child centered, building independence and curiosity. I consider myself to be responsible, caring, organized and patient. I believe that...
Annabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Annabel is very dependable, and my 5-yr-old son enjoyed being with her for almost 18 months.
I was sad when she decided to no longer work after 3:30p on school days because of family obligations, and chose to stop working for us. She did give me several weeks...
Care member
Julie R.
Chicago, IL
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Specialist Available Full Time With 25 Years Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 4 children who have left the nest. I'm a certified teacher and have years of volunteer and community service management. I love caring for families, multitasking and making the most of every day with humor and empathy.
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Julie is fantastic! She has worked with us for two years, caring for our four kids (ranging preschool to teen-aged). She is impressive in her ability to wrangle all four kids with apparent ease, always getting them ready and to school and various activities on...
Brenna B.
5.0
(1)
Hey! I'm Heaven :) I'm originally from LA but moved here to teach! I started baby sitting at 10 years old in the church nursery for parents who were attending service. Since then I have volunteered at a local preschool from 6th-12th grade, worked at the Boys and Girls Club (that I attended when I was younger!), tutored privately...
Heaven can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heaven was very attentive and had a great, engaging attitude. They were dependable and never failed to respond to communication. Would definitely recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with seniors and disabled participants for 5 years. I began working as a home care giver. I have worked with people with dementia, alzheimer's, bed bond clients and all other medical conditions. I provided daily tasks such as light house cleaning, doing laundry, dressing and grooming the participant, preparing...
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Alexis has a great work ethic and is very responsible and trustworthy. She does a great job cleaning my 5 bedroom home and does the grocery shopping, drops off the dry-cleaning and helps with senior care. I would definitely recommend her to a friend!"
Dan K.
Julita M.
Chicago, IL
$28-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Cleaner Offering Reliable And Efficient Services.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Julita. With over 5 years of experience in house cleaning and organizing, I have developed a strong skill set that allows me to efficiently tackle various tasks. Currently, I am employed by four different families, assisting them in maintaining a clean and organized living space. However, I am now looking to...
Julita can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
3.0
(2)
My name is Joelle and I am 28 years old.
I have over seven years of childcare experience.
I have current CPR and First Aid certifications.
I worked for two years at a daycare called the Crayon Box and through them I have been certified through the MDHHS (Michigan Department of Health and Human Services) Infant Safe Sleep...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"I hired her, but then a little over a week before her start date, she backed out. I realize things happen, but it felt like my job offer was just used as leverage to get more hours/$ from her other part-time family. This process is so time-consuming and...
Jennifer T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Joanne. I'm an energetic 56-year-old mother of 20-year-old triplets. Boom! Being a mother, I understand and embrace the differences each child has and I love being around young kids as I feel I have a positive and cheerful disposition. I've lived in Elmhurst with my husband for 28 years now, and prior to having my...
Joanne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"She's wonderful! Used her many times for evenings. Date nights with my husband. I have two grown daughters now but when they were younger I would call Joanne anytime and she was always available. Love her like my own sister. And trust her too."
Linda H.
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.
Iselle C.
Berwyn, IL
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.6
(14)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Iselle and I'm 26 years old. I moved to Miami in January 2018 and I have been babysitting since before that until 2021. I am now working full-time and would just like to make some extra money on my spare time. Although most of my experience is driving children to and from school and other activities, I...
Iselle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Iselle babysat for my toddler while we were in Miami Beach for vacation. She is an excellent communicator in advance and did a great job with our daughter. She was obviously very very comfortable with babies and we felt so good leaving ours with her!"
Jen K.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Maywood, IL
Kara A.
5.0
Kara is wonderful!! She loves children and you can tell she so genuinely enjoys caring for them. She has been caring for our daughter since 6 weeks (she's now 18 weeks) and she reads to her, they do tummy time, go for walks, have conversations, learn songs, etc. She has helped us set a schedule and...
- Jennifer R.
Elsie M.
5.0
Is a very responsible person always be on time take care about my person very good always smile and very positive attitude
- Care member
Abilene A.
5.0
Abilene was punctual and did a fantastic job cleaning our home! Responsive and very detail-oriented.
- Isabel F.
Alesandra D.
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.
Martina B.
5.0
I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has enjoyed several days with his "new friend" as he now sweetly refers to her. And my family...
- Melissa D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Maywood, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Maywood, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Maywood, 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 Maywood, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Maywood, IL is $16.25 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 Maywood, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Maywood, 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 Maywood, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Maywood, 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 Maywood, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Maywood, 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.