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Rebecca C.

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
visiting physician
personal care
+ 1 more
Bringing 12 years of experience in senior care, I'm deeply committed to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My approach is rooted in compassion and empathy, while remaining professional and detail-oriented. I offer respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, home health, personal care,...

Maureen C. says "Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients needs are met....

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Emily H.

Animals Are The Beat

Thornton, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Im a lifelong cat and dog owner and carer. Ive yet to meet an animal that doesnt like me after giving me a chance amd ive yet to not like an animal. I have a long haired shepard named Bruno and I love him so much. Happy to do any animal related anything, its my therapy.
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Norma M.

House Keeper/ Cleaning/ Organizing/ Decluttering

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm an experienced house keeper, I do cleaning. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Decluttering service, organizing service. Tidy up. I am currently looking for part time/ work or full time.

Tricia S. says "Norma is passionate, kind, respectful and thoughtful. I believe she would be a benefit to you or your loved one."

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Tiffany L.

Caring Heart

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
Private care provided 15 years of experience, Bathing, feeding, Companion care. More services provided at a reasonable price. At this time I have all shifts available , Mornings, Evenings, and overnights, weekends available.

Erik R. says "Tiffany is a very conscious of my mom's situation and has been invaluable as a caregiver for her! Her attention to details has helped me figure out how to...

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Heather M.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Cassie J.

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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.

Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...

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Abigail S.

There For You

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hello. I am a very energetic, polite, and friendly senior caregiver. I am very responsible as I have two children that I take care of. I am a naturally caring person who is willing to help in any way that I can for you. I am patient and understanding which is a crucial need for senior caregivers. I am a multitasker, and will...

Nancy R. says "I immediately felt comfortable with Abigail (Abby). She is so easy to get along with. She is quick to respond and communicates extremely well. She helped...

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Joy T.

Pet-Sitter, Dog Walker Long-Term Or Short-Term

Blue Island, IL

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Experienced Veterinary Hospital Leader and full time Respiratory Therapy student. Strong background in veterinary hospital management, surgical assistance, and critical care for 15 years, now transitioning into human medicine as a Respiratory Therapist. Skilled in anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic procedures, and medical...
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Shalondra N.

A Heart To Serve

Matteson, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Shalondra. I am a Compassionate Caregiver/CNA who has over 10+ years of Caregiver experience. I have worked with many clients. I am very positive person . I believe with God all things are possible, to them that only believe. My background specialize in Dementia, Hospice, G- feedings, Strokes... etc. I also...

Jorge A. says "She is very caring and respectful of the situation. During my mom's hospice, Shalondra treated her as if it were her own family. She made my mom's last few...

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Maria H.

Full-Time CNA/Caregiver

Matteson, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
personal care
respite care
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Compassionate Professional CNA with more than 10+ yrs experience in Hospice, Palliative and Respite care. I have Exemplary References and Reviews, with First Aid Training as well as I'm listed amongst the top 5% of Caregivers. Speciality areas include but not limited to: Memory Care, (Alzheimer's/Dementia), Parkinson's, ALS,...

Care Member says "She provided excellent care to my mother in law. Not only was she reliable, knowledgeable, and helpful beyond what we asked her to do, but she also...

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Maria S.

Ria's Cleaning Services

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Experience, Thorough, Dependable My name is Maria. I've been a home cleaner for 10 years in Glendale, California and Now in St John. I have experience with both large and small homes. I guarantee my job and have great references!

Nicole H. says "Maria has been cleaning my home bi-weekly for about a year now and we love her. She does a great job and is very sweet with my shy kitties. She's very...

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Adeline H.

Part-time Housekeeper

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Service-minded professional with experience in home management, decluttering and organizing. Champion first-class service in commercial/residential projects with experience at major hotels, business offices and single-family residences. I can ensure 100% compliance with safety and sanitary guidelines. Services include:...

Care Member says "Adeline, is very professional, she gives attention to detail, I am so pleased with her work. She has a great personality as well. You will not be...

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Heather M.

CNA Available for Hire

Steger, IL

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...

Joseph P. says "We hired Heather to help care for our 87 year old mom. Our mom was was having a difficult time caring for herself, getting around and remembering things....

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Cameece B.

Part-Time Babysitter

Harvey, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! I have always been nurturing and quick to help anyone. I am working towards my goals of having my own facility which will include 24hr childcare, tutoring services for all ages, preschool, after school programs, and much more! I currently work with a second chance program for high school students who...

Arthur P. says "Cameece was a wonderful babysitter who worked for us while me and why wife worked. We felt confident in her watching our children and always knew they...

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Mccoy C.

Flossmoor, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Let me start by saying that Mccoy has become a member of our family since meeting her last year to care for our toddler. She is reliable, attentive,...

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Lisa A.

Pet Caregiver

Oak Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide home visits for your sweet pets while you are away. I also provide daily walks. I do not board or stay overnight. I am insured and can provide references. I tailor my services to your needs. I received excellent experience as a volunteer with PAWS in Tinley Park, a volunteer-run animal shelter taking in cats and dogs....

Samantha G. says "Lisa is the go-to walker for our neighborhood! Her dedication and thoughtfulness are unmatched. Reliable: Takes her role very seriously. She has...

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Kyli W.

Youthful And Energetic Sitter

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...

Ronda W. says "Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in...

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Terri S.

Animal Lover

Tinley Park, IL

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover! I am currently an owner of a French bulldog puppy. I enjoy interaction with pets... Walking, feeding, loving on them, making them feel comfortable while their parents are away! I have been an owner of many breeds of dogs, and have trained them well. Two of my dogs, a Labrador retriever, and an American...
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Paola M.

Tinley Park, IL

from
$19/hr
Changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Im Paola, I am currently going to school for LPN, I am a very clean and organized person, cleaning is a therapy for me and I love to help people with their chores.
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Sarah M.

Part Time Pet Caregiver Available

Midlothian, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I've grown up in a multi-pet household, and have had experience around dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I currently have two amazing dogs of my own, and plan on attending grooming school in the near future. I am a huge animal lover, and can provide numerous types of care such as feeding, medication dispensing, dog walking,...
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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 5.0

Recent therapy dog reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL

Therapy Dogs in Thornton, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs

Rebecca C.

Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients...

- Maureen C.

Norma M.

Norma is passionate, kind, respectful and thoughtful. I believe she would be a benefit to you or your loved one.

- Tricia S.

Tiffany L.

Tiffany is a very conscious of my mom's situation and has been invaluable as a caregiver for her! Her attention to details has helped me...

- Erik R.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Thornton, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, IL is $17.50 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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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