I have over 10 years experience caregiving for people of all ages and abilities. I currently work as a medical assistant at an urgent care but also have a background in occupational therapy. I love kids, pets, crafts and being outdoors! I am CPR certified and am a licensed medical assistant and certified occupational therapy...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
I have a bachelors degree in communication disorders and sciences and am currently working towards my masters and to become a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have background information within areas of speech, language, writing, spelling, reading, dyslexia, special needs, learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, children...
Hi! I hold 10 years of experience working with children of all ages in a daycare, home, & clinic setting. I have a strong background in working with children with autism. I am currently pursuing a master's degree in therapy. I am passionate about teaching while making it fun! Looking for a family to care for :)
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
I have been a full time special education teacher for 18 years; currently serving on an assessment team and demonstrate good communication skills with families and professionals. I typically work with children and am looking forward to working with adults. I have knowledge of medical and therapy terminology and experience...
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, specialized care, light cleaning & more
Hello prospective families,
I'm looking to help a family this year while making some money on the side. I've got younger siblings and a nephew who just turned 2! Safe to say I know how to take care of a wide age range.
I have my own car. I can help keep the kiddos occupied whether that be playing outdoors, doing some arts &...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
As a nanny I've learned I want to expand my services to elders. In 2019 my grandma/best friend got sick and passed away very quickly. Spending time with her and caring for her was my favorite way to spend my time. So I wanted to extend my kind nature, social skills, and love for playing cards beyond just little kids (who really...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
I have been working with children since 2019, where I served as a teaching assistant/student mentor in a Chicago public school as part of the City Year public service program. After this program I worked in a daycare, mainly with infants-toddlers, and most recently I worked with autistic children ages 4-11 in a one-on-one...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Growing up, I had the opportunity to have a caring and kindhearted babysitter who not only watched me and my siblings, but also supported us in our academic and extracurricular endeavors. Based on my childhood experiences, I can attest to the positive impact my babysitter had on my personal development and because of this, I...
Oluwakemi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Kemi was very sweet, punctual, communicative and reliable! High recommend and would definitely hire again!"
I am have worked with seniors for the past 25 years. It has always been my greatest pleasure to assist seniors that I have cared for to get back on their feet, into their homes and to their lives. I began my healthcare career as a home health aide and was so encouraged and fulfilled by helping the seniors in my care get proper...
Roberta can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Roberta is kind and knowledgeable. She is compassionate and I felt blessed to have worked with her."
My name is Katie and animals are a true passion of mine. For pet sitting/ dog walker, I am available all year round, 24/7, even on holidays. I offer boarding services as well as going to other people's homes to visit their pets. I am a non smoker.
Katherine can also help with: Dog training, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick weekend trip, often on short notice. In 7 years she has never ever been unavailable for us. This includes...
I have provided housekeeping services for over 10 years. I'm an experienced, trustworthy, responsible, very detail oriented and hard working housekeeper. If you need help to clean and organize your home please let me know. I'm working with many busy families and it makes me very happy to help.
Eva can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"I used Eva once and will continue to use her. She was professional, friendly and she did a good job. I'm looking forward to a long relationship with her."
I am dedicate to provide you the services you need. I and dependable, experienced and affordable. Please contact me and we can set up an initial contact interview/estimate. I am ready to give you some relief so you can have more time for the more important things in your life.
I will provide extra cleaning services for an...
Marie can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We hired Tina to care for our 3 dogs who had never been left before with anyone but family. We were gone for two weeks. Our dogs range in age from 1 year to 15 years old. They had a hard time and Tina hung in there with them. She encountered numerous...
Hi my name is Danaka,
I have a small weekly/bi weekly/monthly/deep cleaning service.
I provide a very reasonable rate compared to other services.
A regular cleaning includes dusting and vacuuming all rooms, washing all floors with a mop, wiping down the kitchen counters and outside of appliance's, and cleaning bathrooms....
Danaka can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"I have used Danaka for 4 years and she is very personable, timely, pays attention to details, goes above and beyond to make our home look amazing by the time we get home.
I totally trust her with access to my house when we aren't home."
Hello!
My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 13-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 7 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...
Janine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Janine is a wonderful nanny/babysitter. She has such a calm demeanor and is so extremely patient with kids. My kiddos always have the best time when she babysits and I can leave knowing they are in wonderful hands. She does crafts, takes them outside, plays games,...
I am a huge animal lover! I am friendly, trustworthy and I'll do whatever it takes to make sure I put my best effort into the job. I am very reliable and will care for your pet as if they were my very own. I also have references of clients that are very happy with my services.
Kathy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Kathy watches my dog Zeus (chow chow) and two cats when we are out of town and they adore her. My dog is very protective and particular but Kathy has built a trusting relationship with him and he loves going on walks with her. A+++++ we love her!"
Hi New Family!
My name is Gloria, I'm a seasoned Nanny who's been in the business of childcare for over 25 Years. I'm a Mother, Grandmother, Godmother, I've been a Daycare Aid, Home Healthcare Assistant for the elderly, and even had my own home daycare service titled "Peaches' Playhouse" for a little under 7 Years where I...
Gloria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"That Gloria is a caring person who you can trust to have individual's best interest at heart. She takes her tasks seriously and is very sympathetic and empathetic to the needs of others. She's genuine, respectful and treats others in a manner in which she would...
Very involved with clients and supportive
of their needs. Knowledgeable and experienced with dementia and Alzheimer's patients . Experienced in long term memory care facility and hospice setting. I'm CPR certified and qualified experienced with senior bathing hygiene.
Teresa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Teresa is a hard worker that isn't afraid of a little challenge. Sweet, and easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable and helpful."
I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Jill is a gentle soul with a kind heart. She's wonderful with special needs. "
Nancy O.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Plainfield, IL
Oluwakemi S.
5.0
Kemi was very sweet, punctual, communicative and reliable! High recommend and would definitely hire again!
- Michelle R.
Roberta S.
5.0
Roberta has been amazing. She is thorough and thoughtful in her care giving. My family and I are extremely grateful we found her for our family member.
- Lynn A.
Katherine J.
5.0
Katie has been watching our two boys, Bengal cats, for a good 7 years now. We have left them in her care when we have gone on 3 week cruises or a quick weekend trip, often on short notice. In 7 years she has never ever been unavailable for us. This includes Thanksgiving and Christmas. Bullet...
- Saba H.
Eva P.
5.0
I used Eva once and will continue to use her. She was professional, friendly and she did a good job. I'm looking forward to a long relationship with her.
- Margarette S.
Tina F.
5.0
Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his medicine in everyday! I highly...
FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Plainfield, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Plainfield, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Plainfield, IL is $16.44 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 Plainfield, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Plainfield, 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.