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I have been a childcare professional for 27 years. Experience with children from birth through 8 years of age & twins.
My experience over the years has included bathing, feeding transitions from bottle to solids and table food. I work on skills such as sitting, signing, talking, crawling, walking and potty training. I have...
April can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Angela H.
Midlothian, IL
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
For Hire: Capable Dog Walker/Pet Sitter In The Chicagoland Area
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Nice to meet you! My name is Angela. I am hoping to find a pet care job in the Chicagoland area. I hope to contribute my abilities as a dog walker/pet sitter. Available now.
Services And Training: I have experience with dog feeding, facilitating exercise, and cleaning litter boxes. On top of this, I am willing to travel. I...
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding & more
5.0
"Angela is such a natural when it come to kids. When first meeting her she have this warm bright up personality that just make you smile. "
Rene S.
Kelly R.
Orland Park, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of 3 girls and have had lots of experience with kids! My sisters are 23 and 22 so we all grew up together, which also meant lots of babysitting for me. At age 13, I took the American Red Cross babysitting class. I also have been CPR certified since age 16 because I was a lifeguard and swim instructor for kids...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kelly is fantastic!
She arrived on time and my children warmed up to her very quickly. I felt comfortable leaving my children in her care. She took them to the park and everyone had a blast."
Tara M.
Dominique D.
Midlothian, IL
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Do you need a night away from the kids? Do you want to go on a date with your significant other? Do you need to run errands?
I'M YOUR GIRL!
Hi, my name is Dominique! I'm 21 years old and just recently graduated from McKendree University. In the fall, I am attending Washington University Medical School in St. Louis to pursue...
Dominique can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dominique is any amazing young lady! She is trustworthy, responsible and incredibly polite! We had a very positive experience working with Dominique and highly recommend her!"
Sladjana U.
Jennifer M.
Summit Argo, IL
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I m easy going understanding and multitalented in many avenues of working. I hold a perc card have security licenses . First Aid and AED Certified caregiver license working with many seniors with many Long term health issues. Enjoyed house sitting with animals for years , for traveling families.
References upon request.
Have...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Jennifer took care of my father over the last 3 years until his recent passing. She was great at understanding when and what is an emergency where other family or an ambulance needs to be contacted. One thing unique about her is her ability to interpret doctors...
Jeff P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marta. I'm from Poland and have lived in the United States for 18 years. I'm a nanny for 9 years. I'm a patient, trusting and caring person. I am a very careful and responsible with children I take care off. I have a great passion for children and watching them learn and grow. I do everything to help raise them and to...
Marta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Marta has cared for my daughter for 3 years and also our 8 month old son for the past year. I cannot say enough about what Marta has meant to our family and how well she has cared for our children.
Marta takes our daughter to many classes around town and...
Rae D.
Marina C.
Chicago, IL
$12-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello!
Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I became a pet sitter because it is my passion to help others, so to give back to owners and animals is very rewarding!
I've been boarding, walking and house-sitting for the last 5 years, so I...
Marina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Marina was so great! She provided me with updates throughout the day and my dog Steve loved her! I would highly recommend and will definitely use her in the future."
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: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal 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.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been in the social service/healthcare profession for over 20 years. Having the opportunity to work in both these fields has truly made me a more compassionate, caring and patient individual. I give 110% to my clients and their families in every way that I possibly can. I also believe that like all relationship's...
Katrina can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She took great care of my father who had mobility issues and was a diabetic while we looked into a long-term care facility. She's caring, prompt and a very detailed oriented person with a heart of gold."
Calvin R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I'm Kelly, an animal lover, providing excellent care for all fur babies!
I LOVE animals and grew up surrounded by the love of cats and dogs.
I'm very passionate about caring for animals and enjoy being of service.
I am compassionate, reliable, and experienced.
I look forward to connecting and building a long...
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I hired Kelly to pet-sit my two cats while we were out of town. Kelly is flexible and reliable. She was great with my cats and sent images images everyday that she visited."
Mariam V.
Dorota G.
Justice, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello!
My name is Dorothy. I've been a cleaning lady for over 10 years. I do weekly, by-weekly and monthly services. I clean rooms, bathrooms, change sheets and much more. I also have references upon request. If you need an estimate please feel free to message anytime.
Thank You
Dorota can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Dorota is fantastic! Always on time, very friendly and does an outstanding job cleaning. I've had a few others clean in the past, but Dorota is by far the best!"
Kimberly M.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Lauren O.
Mccoy C.
Flossmoor, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a recent graduate of Howard University. I have worked in child care services for the past 7 years. 2 years being a camp counselor and 5 year being a care. com nanny. I grew up with care. com babysitters so I was overly excited when I received my first full-time nanny job through care. com for the summer back in...
Mccoy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"McCoy was great! She’s watched our son a couple of times and was punctual, friendly, and helpful!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks.
My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey...
Chris J.
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: Home modification, personal care
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
(3)
I was nurse in Europe I have experience over 30 yeas most in all health conditions . Work in hospital CNA and PCT , hospice, Alzheimer's unit . Know respiratory care including therapy and medical condition. Fiddling tube. Medical knowledge and light task including dressing wounds and I administrating medication,. Meal Planing...
Liliya can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Lilliya was very knowledgeable, very pleasant and you could really feel the dedication towards the patient needs "
Care member
Pam M.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Housekeeper/ Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Available FT/PT/PRN
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE **
Hi! My name is Pam!
I am a very reliable, compassionate, responsible and trustworthy caregiver. My experience has included working for various families as well as a certified nursing assistant.
My goal is to keep people in their homes and provide a substantial quality of life! Above and beyond...
Pam can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Pam is very experienced and personable. She is caring yet can deal with resistance when needed. I would highly recommend her or request her at any moment"
Care member
Daiva P.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Daiva. I'm dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a medical background and 19 years of experience working in patients care, both facilities and home environment. Committed to improving overall patient wellbeing and health through professional care and energetic engagement.
I'm organized and thrust worthy person...
Daiva can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Daiva is a wonderful, kind, patient caregiver who provided excellent care to my father in law. She worked hard to make him laugh, be active, be comfortable and provide the best quality of life. We have a large family and Daiva was comfortable with our frequent...
Sandra B.
Shari T.
Posen, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
**COMPASSIONATE, CARING WOMAN WOULD LOVE TO BE YOUR HELPING HAND**
4.9
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello there. A little bit about myself? I have been a CNA since 1994 & am currently CPR certified. In my previous experience, I have specialized in caring for Alzheimer's, cardiac, diabetes, oncology (cancer), hospice, Parkinson's & MS (multiple sclerosis) patients. The following are some of the services I provide but not...
Shari can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shari is a wonderful human being who showed so much compassion while she cared for my grandfather with Dementia until he passed away. She went above and beyond to teach me so many things that even as a nurse I didn't know! She is flexible, funny and a complete joy....
Jennifer S.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced and highly motivated Care Giver. Ready to provide great care for your children. I have six years of experience in the Child Care industry, most recently working as an assistant at Nana's Learning Tree Home daycare. The children at Nana's ranged in age from infants to 10 years old. The services I provided...
Aurieana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Extremely pleasant and playful with children. 100% reliable and highly recommended..!"
Michael C.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Palos Heights, IL
Angela H.
5.0
Angela is such a natural when it come to kids. When first meeting her she have this warm bright up personality that just make you smile.
- Rene S.
Kelly R.
5.0
Kelly is fantastic!
She arrived on time and my children warmed up to her very quickly. I felt comfortable leaving my children in her care. She took them to the park and everyone had a blast.
- Tara M.
Dominique D.
5.0
Dominique is any amazing young lady! She is trustworthy, responsible and incredibly polite! We had a very positive experience working with Dominique and highly recommend her!
- Sladjana U.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer is awesome! She is so kind and loving and took great care of my dog while we were on vacation. And my dog loved her.
- Deborah K.
Marta Z.
5.0
Marta has cared for my daughter for 3 years and also our 8 month old son for the past year. I cannot say enough about what Marta has meant to our family and how well she has cared for our children.
Marta takes our daughter to many classes around town and swimming. She bathes her, gets her up in...
- Rae D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Palos Heights, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Palos Heights, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Palos Heights, IL is $25.00 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 Palos Heights, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Palos Heights, 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.