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Hannah B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a 27-year-old working professional who is looking to make some extra money during non 9-5 (ish) hours. I can be available for regular services or for a one-time sitter. ** I am now looking for work in the Chicago area** I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 15 years old and I have worked with all ages from...

Melissa G. says "I can not say enough good things about Hannah! She has a great attitude and I love her optimism. It's a great feeling to be comfortable and confident...

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Kara A.

Modern Day Mary Poppins

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Now Available for Overnight Newborn Care Hi! I'm Kara, and I'd love to support your family. I have 20+ years of experience working with children, starting as a teen helping with my mom's home daycare. I've worked in homes, schools, daycare centers, and an emergency youth shelter. I was a full-time nanny for over 15 years (no...

Jennifer R. says "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...

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Janayah A.

Nanny/Babysitter

Justice, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Janayah, and I absolutely love kids! I have 6 years of experience babysitting my many cousins, ranging from newborns to high schoolers. I also have experience tutoring young kids and high school students, so I'm willing to help with remote or e-learning. I do have my own car, so transportation is not an issue, and...

Jacqueline C. says "Janayah is a sweet and caring person. Great communication, timely, and attentive between interview and on-site training day. My twins liked her as...

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Larysa K.

Housekeeping

River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
basement cleaning
attic 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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Oleksandra M.

I Have 5 Years Of Experience In My Work, I Work In Detail. If You Are Interested Send Me An SMS.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 year's experience as cleaning lady. I Use to work for Cleanig service for years and several years I decided to work for myself. I am very satisfied from my job because I really like to help busy people who don't have time to care of house . I am detalied, reliable person. If you are interesting, please text me !

Lisa S. says "Oleksandra did a very detailed first cleaning to start the biweekly cleanings with me. She did an excellent job, was on time, friendly, and very willing to...

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Rosario V.

An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
personal care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion and respite care, g-tube , feeding,...

Care Member says "She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would...

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Sarah B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Lauren J.

Part-Time Pet Caretaker And Dog Walker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi I'm Lauren. I'm a reliable and experienced dog walker and pet sitter based in Chicago, I've been proudly self-employed since 2016, building a loyal client base through trust, consistency, and genuine care for every animal I work with. Many of my clients have been with me for over seven years-a testament to the strong...

Deacon K. says "Lauren took care of our house and two dogs for about a week while our family traveled on vacation. We are so thankful for her calm, reassuring manner,...

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Lilian O.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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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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Juanita O.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
I am an 60-year-old grandmother of 6. . My youngest are 9 and 10 years old. I was a Customer Service Representative for over 30 years of my life. I was laid off after 15 years of service at AT&T . That's why I decided to do child care as a new found job. .. I been blessed to be a nanny for the last 7 years. I been with wonderful...

Shelly P. says "Juanita has been a wonderful addition to our family she's been great with my 3 children who all adore her. She's also a great cook and helpful with light...

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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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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Gerda A.

Newborn Care Specialist/ Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Get to experience the 'Gerda brand' noted for top notch infant care and you will be amazed at the leaps in developmental milestones(gross and fine moto skill development, sleep, feeding , social skills etc) your precious little one will make with me on board . My care style involves a lot of careful observation, analysis , a...

Isabela V. says "We are so happy we found Gerda!!! She was very sweet to our newborn (she sang to her and all) and was constantly looking for ways to engage her. She is...

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Zoe S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Brianna C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Brianna - a friendly, creative, and reliable caregiver with many years of experience babysitting children of all ages. I started babysitting when I was 16 and have loved helping families ever since. I recently became available for more childcare and pet care work, so I'm excited to support families who need an extra set...

Rob H. says "Brianna helped watch my girls for a date night out. Everything went very smooth. She was able to give references, which checked out and gave me peace of...

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Veronica A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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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Marian H.

Graduate Psychology Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I recently moved to Chicago to pursue a doctorate in clinical psychology, with an emphasize on children and adolescents, and am looking for opportunities to continue working with children while I study. Happy to provide recommendations and referrals. I hold a Master's degree in psychology and have three years experience in...

Coney P. says "Marian is awesome. I was looking for someone with experience with autistic children to spend some time with my twins who are on the spectrum. Marian came...

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Janiyah L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Erika M.

Let Me Help You

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Your parents or grandparent or even a sick relative is someone that you wish you had time to take care of or visit more often for companionship. I understand that it is rough for you to be in many places at one time. Let me help you. I am here to offer my services as a companion for your senior loved one. Let me take your...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.29/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

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

Therapy Dogs in Oak Park, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Hannah B.

I can not say enough good things about Hannah! She has a great attitude and I love her optimism. It's a great feeling to be comfortable and...

- Melissa G.

Kara A.

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...

- Jennifer R.

Janayah A.

Janayah is a sweet and caring person. Great communication, timely, and attentive between interview and on-site training day. My twins liked...

- Jacqueline C.

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

To find a therapy dog near you in Oak 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 Oak Park, IL is $19.29 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 Oak 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 Oak 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 Oak 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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