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Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Daiva P.

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Daiva was caring for my father for almost 2 years. She is very hands on and built a strong relationship with my father, as well as with us. I would not...

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Diane K.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
personal care
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...

John X. says "A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane."

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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Marla G.

Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Marla and I'm a graduate of Seton Hall University where I majored in Economics and am currently working on my MBA. I've been tutoring professionally for 10 years now and with current pandemic I'm now offering online tutoring services through various platforms! I began tutoring my freshman year of high school...

Shaquana V. says "Marla is excellent with my kids. We couldn't be happier. She's reliable and trustworthy."

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Jennifer M.

Summit Argo, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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...

Care Member says "Jennifer was an amazing pet sitter. My house was spotless, yard cleaned and the dog was taken care of amazingly! We love her!"

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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! michelle here, an experienced and reliable babysitter with a strong background in child development and behavioral management. I hold a bachelor's degree in psychology and recent graduate with a masters in clinical psychology. with extensive experience as a behavioral therapist - my roles involved implementing...
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Tina S.

Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
home modification
visiting physician
I have 9 1/2 and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I...

Mary P. says "Tina was a great addition to our family."

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Alexis S.

Graduate Student, experienced in babysitting

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, I recently graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am pursuing a focus in pediatrics and mental health. I am currently studying for my boards for the next 2-3 months. I have worked with a variety of families short and long term. I have worked with children between the ages of 2-17 for the past 7 years. I...

Care Member says "My 9 year old loved her! He can’t wait to see her again. Super easy going and wonderful. "

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Yonaira D.

Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! A graduate student soon to receive a masters degree. At the moment I am working full-time as a case manager at a non-profit mental health agency but unfortunately due to my internship I am unable to continue my full-time work and my current job does not do part-time. I am in class only on Tuesdays afternoon but my internship...

Care Member says "Yonaira was very professional and easy to work with. The children enjoyed playing with her. She was able to get them to listen to her without any...

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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
General room cleaning
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet 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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Dorota G.

Justice, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
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

Karla G. says "She came to my home and explained what she would do for a deep clean and biweekly cleaning. She's friendly and accommodating."

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Lorena Z.

~ECO ORGANIC LIFE~CHILD CARE PROVIDER~

Chicago, IL

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Greetings! My name is Lorena and for the past 5+ years, I have been working in childcare services around Chicago & it's surrounding suburbs. This has ranged from working in early childhood development organizations as well as working independently for families of various communities and cultures. As a Chicago native, I have...

Care Member says "I consider Lorena to be a super nanny! She was our nanny as we endured many transitions. We were in the process of a move, and also my son (8 months at...

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Olivia F.

Available Tutor &/or Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a licensed teacher looking to nanny for a family this summer! I have my own form of transportation, am comfortable with pets, am CPR and First Aid certified. I teach elementary grades so I would also be available for tutoring services or homework help to prepare your students for the upcoming...

Care Member says "Olivia has been an extraordinary caregiver for our daughter from the age of six months to five years. Her reliability, professionalism, and adaptability...

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Destiny P.

Experienced Daycare Teacher Looking For Part-time Job

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Caring Mother and caregiver who offers full time services with 10 years experience assimilating into a new family environment. Promote a happy and healthy atmosphere. I just left my Nanny Family after 3 years of service due to the children starting school. I work with infants-middle school age kids. I'm looking for another...

Care Member says "Destiny was wonderful ! She babysat my son & was amazing ! Great with time & has a positive attitude ! "

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Angelica M.

Part-Time Babysitter/ Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am currently an assistant teacher at a Montessori school looking for a part-time position while I go back to school. I am also available for date night/ backup care. My services include after-school pick-ups, assisting children in reaching developmental milestones, following and implementing nap and meal time...

Joanna Villacorta G. says "Angie was awesome to work with! She has a calming yet fun presence and my toddler loved playing with her! She followed all instructions and...

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Abilene A.

House Cleaning Services

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Organization
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
For more than 15 years, I have been working and providing my professional housekeeping services. I know many families have busy schedules that make it difficult to find time to maintain a proper home. The best way to ensure your home is always clean and tidy is by hiring someone to help and this is why I'm here, Whether you need...

Isabel F. says "Abilene was punctual and did a fantastic job cleaning our home! Responsive and very detail-oriented."

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Julie R.

Experienced Child Care Specialist Available Full Time With 25 Years Experience

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$46/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am the mother of 4 children who have left the nest. I'm a certified teacher and have years of volunteer and community service management. I love caring for families, multitasking and making the most of every day with humor and empathy.

Brenna B. says "Julie is fantastic! She has worked with us for two years, caring for our four kids (ranging preschool to teen-aged). She is impressive in her ability to...

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Iwona P.

Palos Hills, IL

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
I have 20 years of experience of come and go cleaning services on weekly or bi-weekly schedule. Love and enjoy cleaning/organizing homes and offices. Perform a variety of cleaning activities. Very detail oriented and pet friendly Adjust to the needs of my clients and their homes.

Care Member says "Very pleasant, responded back to my inquiry quickly. Unfortunately, my circumstances had changed . "

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Riverside, IL

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

Daiva P.

Daiva was caring for my father for almost 2 years. She is very hands on and built a strong relationship with my father, as well as with us....

- Care member

Diane K.

A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane.

- John X.

Branndi C.

Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

- Care member

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Riverside, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, IL is $19.00 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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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