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Maureen M.

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

Oak Park, IL

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...

Jennifer V. says "Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she...

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Annie K.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Over 20 years experience. I started caring for children at age 13 I found myself baby sitting and became a nanny in my older years. I am honest, prompt, attention to detail and patient. My duties as a nanny light cleaning, light laundry, light cooking, feeding, diaper change and potty training, walk to park, therapy sessions,...

Lashunda S. says "She takes excellent care of whomever she works with."

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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
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Michelle A.

Chicago, IL

4.5(0)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hi! I'm Michelle - a reliable and caring babysitter with a background in psychology, child development, and behavioral support. I hold a bachelor's in Psychology and recently earned my master's in Clinical Psychology. I've completed clinical training and currently work as a therapist. I have extensive experience working with...
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Anna K.

Full Time Housekeeper

Park Ridge, IL

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
oven cleaning
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been working as a caregiver and a housekeeper for 18 years I am very well organized and hard working. I respect the rules of the house. I also worked in a cleaning service, so I have experience with detailed cleaning. I can organize your closets, My schedule is flexible. I have an excellent driving record. I love dogs,...

Care Member says "Anna has been our housekeeper for 2+ years and she does a fantastic job. She's incredibly reliable and is willing to tackle extra deep cleaning or...

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Connie B.

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...

Stacy C. says "We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with...

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Magdalena P.

Full And Part-Time Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Dusting
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I would like to introduce myself as a candidate for the Housekeeper position. As a meticulous person with an eye for detail, I am confident that my abilities can be of great value for your houses. I am committed to providing excellent housekeeping service each time I enter a home. I have experience for almost 10 years. I worked...

Natalie V. says "Magdalena is amazing! She's very detail-oriented, and does a great job. My condo is sparkling after she's done. Plus, she's very pleasant and reliable!"

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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
General room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 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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Emanuele O.

Dedicated Housekeeper: Expert In Creating Clean And Comfortable Spaces

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Vacuuming and/or mopping
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
Hi! I'm a responsible, detail-oriented, and hardworking individual with a strong sense of organization and cleanliness. I take pride in creating tidy, fresh, and welcoming spaces. Whether it's deep cleaning, organizing, laundry, or general upkeep, I'm reliable and efficient. I understand the importance of trust when working in...

Care Member says "Emanuele helped us with a last minute request, and was thorough asking questions to understand her charge. I will definitely use her again!"

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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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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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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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Francheska W.

Active Experienced, And Responsible

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am interested in your position and wanted to tell you about myself. I have four years of professional nanny experience. With my most recent family when I started the kids were 16 months and three. I provided care for the children 7:30-5:30 Monday through Friday. I was responsible for their day to day schedules, driving...

Care Member says "Frannie was awesome with our little one. She jumped in right away, confident to control any situation. She wasn’t afraid to take him outside, take the...

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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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Simona C.

Housekeeper Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Dusting
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 10 +years of experience as housekeeper on Mainland and Oahu. I am trustworthy, reliable, responsible and always in time, very efficient. Guarantee you'll get the service you deserve. Upon request I can provide great references.

Care Member says "Simona was absolutely amazing. Not only did she do a thorough job cleaning our home, but she was friendly, personable, and extremely trustworthy. We had...

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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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Laura M.

Caregiver

Cicero, IL

4.1(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
home modification
live-in home care
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Sandra L.

Caregiver - Nanny - Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Sandra. I have (10+) years experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, and school age children . I also volunteer in the kids' department at the church I attend on Sunday when needed. I love taking care of kids. They are so honest and friendly. I enjoy singing, playing games, or what makes children happy. I am...

Larelle B. says "Sandra did an amazing job with our baby girl from the ages of 6-12 months. This is a highly transitional age with the intro of solid foods, crawling, and...

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Kelly Alicia M.

Trustworthy

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Care Member says "Kelly was fantastic. Empathetic and very professional. I would absolutely recommend Kelly for care, especially for the elderly."

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Lenka P.

European Cleaning Lady

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Dusting
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
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.

Care Member says "Lenka is very dependable & always did a great job!"

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.40/hr as of April 2026

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL

Therapy Dogs in River Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Maureen M.

Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our...

- Jennifer V.

Annie K.

She takes excellent care of whomever she works with.

- Lashunda S.

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 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in River Forest, IL is $17.40 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 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.

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.

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.

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