Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in River Forest, IL
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60 therapy dogs are listed in River Forest, IL
The average rate is $13/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in River Forest, IL
Hannah A.
Chicago, IL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am excited and have a passion for spending time with children & pets. I have experience watching and caring for multiple family's children in the past. The age range is anywhere from 3 months to 12 years. I'm available to babysit and provide pet and cleaning services after 4:30 p.m. during the...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Selmija O.
Niles, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light House Keeping. I can also help with night routines and care.
Selmija can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning
5.0
"This is my first time using Care.com and Mia is wonderful! She contacted me right away after making the job post and scheduling was easy. She was very attentive to our needs and cleaned the house perfectly!"
Care member
Bobbie B.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 4 grown boys looking to help other moms balance their busy lives and assist in child care duties, household duties and organization to maintain a stress-free child care and home life experience. I would like to help by providing loving and caring atmosphere for the children to be active and learn from activities and...
Bobbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"All I have is one word and that amazing. From beginning to end it was an amazing experience."
Paul Y.
Janeth C.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Janet, if you are looking for a new cleaning services. I just to be the Nanny / House Manager for a family in Bucktown. I have plenty experience on running private homes, deep cleaning, move in, move out, organizing and family parties clean ups. I have excellent verifiable references upon request. I prioritize...
Janeth can also help with: Basement cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Janeth fit us in on short notice and did an excellent job on a deep clean for us."
Kyle G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Missi. I am 23 years old and aside from serving, I love doing jobs involving pet care. I am passionate about caring for animals, & have had such a huge love for them since I was a child. I have experience training and walking dogs through a local animal shelter that I have volunteered with for 2 years now. I grew...
Missi can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, grooming & more
5.0
"She did a great job taking care of my dogs when I went out of town for a week. She was amazing with the pets and they loved her. I will definitely use her again."
Cynthia K.
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, companionship, errands, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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.
Patrice A.
Harwood Heights, IL
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Highly Recommended Caregiver With An Active RN License
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I have 7+ years of experience caring for seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management, as well personal care such as bathing and dressing. I have experience with gait belts, Hoyer lifts, G-tubes, colostomies, urinary catheters, wound care, and much more! I am willing to do light housekeeping...
Patrice can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hired Patrice to care for 2 of my family members. She did such an exceptional job with my aunt, I just had to hire her for my grandmother a few years later. Patrice is knowledgeable, trustworthy, kind, caring, willing to learn, very dependable, and a great...
Shawna S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!
I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
5.0
(24)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"My two girls, 3 and 6, loved hanging out with Branndi. She kept them busy and happy with fun activites. She also helped out this struggling mom when I couldn't find reliable care! An absolute gem"
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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.
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Jennifer is the consummate professional. She is detail-oriented, dependable, thoughtful, and above all else caring. Jennifer goes above and beyond for her patients and treats them like her own family. I always knew my dad was well cared for and could trust her to...
Jeremy M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ruth, and I love working with kids! I'm a graduate student at Rush University pursuing a doctorate in Audiology. I have experience caring for children of all ages, ranging from infants to preteens. Additionally, I have experience tutoring children in their homes. I have a personality that is very happy,...
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ruth is such a warm and sweet person. Ruth was ALWAYS on time and patient and kind. She spent her time with our 10 year old son and he responded so well to Ruth. They worked on various areas of academics utilizing all mediums. I would hire her again, I wish she...
Kat D.
5.0
(2)
I am a creative and considerate caregiver with COVID vaccines, reliable transportation, and CPR/First Aid Certification. I have 10 years of experience, caring for children 2m-12years, and have kept animals for many years and also offer pet sitting services. I have managed households of up to 4 children working through homework...
Celeste can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"From the first time I met Celeste I knew she would be a great for our family! She is compassionate, caring, and very competent! She always texted me a few days before babysitting just to make sure the time worked and always showed up early. She was very responsive...
Care member
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Janeth C.
Chicago, IL
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Janet, if you are looking for a new cleaning services. I just to be the Nanny / House Manager for a family close to 8 years. I have plenty experience on Cleaning and Running private homes. I also specialize in deep cleaning, move in, move out, cleaning properties to ge them ready for sale.
I offer additional...
Janeth can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Our kids fell in love with Janeth instantly during the interview. Janeth is very open, down to earth, and caring. In the short time Janeth was with us, it felt like she was part of the family. She always went out her way for our kids and treated them like her own....
Marquita J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren and I have years of childcare experience from working in a church nursery, watching family members and neighbor kids, plus utilizing this app for several years after I finished undergrad. No matter what age or stage your child is at, I have experienced it and know how to handle it. I am warm-hearted, energetic...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is a very sweet girl. We have had her help out with the boys a couple of times. I always feel comfortable leaving the kids with her."
Jewel C.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching youth (ages 0-17) for the past seven years. I love children. I am a great cook and can prepare different healthy meals. I have worked in different settings holding positions such as: Counselor, Girl and Boy Scout leader, Church Youth Director and many others. I love a lot of activities, including swimming,...
Karacan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karacan was wonderful with our toddler. Her experience with children really shows and she was of amazing help! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Zoe, a 19-year-old born and raised in Chicago. I am currently a freshman attending university for pharmacy and biology.
I am offering child and pet care services.
I have been trained to give CPR to adults and infants. I have 7 younger siblings, in which I helped raise the youngest only being a few months. I would...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zoe is great with my little one! I really don’t want to share her but I will! She is a great choice for your little one as she comes from a big family herself, she is the oldest of her siblings I believe she has like 6-7 siblings!"
Care member
Natalia G.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Natalia! I moved to Chicago 4 years ago to work toward my Masters in Art Therapy and Counseling at SAIC where I then graduated. I work in the mental health field and am looking to branch out and seek different work opportunities as way of continuously supporting others and establishing fruitful relationships. I...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Natalia is a very thoughtful, responsible, and dependable individual. She has a lively and loving spirit and an enthusiasm for a variety of disciplines, ranging from the arts and history to psychology and the social sciences. Natalia can carry great conversation...
Sarah T.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lenka. I am professional, honest and experienced European cleaning lady. I care for your home like it' s my own. Your satisfaction is my priority. When you decide to hire me, my house cleaning service is 100% guaranteed.
Lenka can also help with: Dusting, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Lenka has been outstanding for my family and my household. She is reliable, friendly, a great communicator, and very thorough at her job. The days Lenka comes to clean are honestly my favorite days. :) Highly recommend!"
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in River Forest, IL
Selmija O.
5.0
This is my first time using Care.com and Mia is wonderful! She contacted me right away after making the job post and scheduling was easy. She was very attentive to our needs and cleaned the house perfectly!
- Care member
Bobbie B.
5.0
Both my husband and I are grateful and thankful to find such a wonderful person to care for our children. She is always on time, reliable and very sweet to them.
- LuShanna C.
Janeth C.
5.0
I reached out to Janet regarding my disaster apartment. Me and my roommate have ADHD and both do classes or work full time, so our apartment needed a LOT of help. Janet and her team completely transformed the place and has been maintaining it beautifully every week since. It has been a huge weight...
- Olivia S.
Missi K.
5.0
Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful person, and gives the best love and care to my baby. She also stayed with Mollie and walked her and made sure she was fed and loved while I was...
- Isa S.
Michelle M.
5.0
Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed and light housework/picking up. I...
- Jenny D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in River Forest, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in River Forest, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in River Forest, IL is $13.80 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 River Forest, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in River Forest, 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 River Forest, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in River Forest, 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.