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Therapy dogs in Western Springs, IL
Iwona P.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 13 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.
Iwona can also help with: General room cleaning, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
4.0
"Iwona is very sweet and detailed oriented. We didn't have a perfect fit with our schedules but I'm certain she will be a great addition to any family."
Kirsten L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 years experience, I am a trustworthy and loyal hardworking housekeeper who consistently meets goals while maintaining a welcoming environment. Excellent communication skills and cleaning practices combine to ensure meeting expectations, great housekeeping experience and come with strong recommendations. I have a good...
Veronica can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"We love Veronica. She has been working for us for two years and we are very pleased with her services. Not only is she hard working, she is also a great communicator, very trustworthy, and a pleasure to have in our home. While we use her primarily for cleaning,...
Sean C.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Lauren, I'm an energetic, positive, and reliable person. I enjoy cleaning, organizing, and paying attention to details. I enjoy cleaning so much that I would always clean my friends houses when they needed help. My previous jobs were babysitting and taking care of pets so I have lots of experience cleaning up after kids...
Lauren can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a resident of the River Forest/Oak Park area for a long time and I'd love to offer my babysitting services to the community. I am the eldest child in my family and I've always babysat my two younger brothers who are currently in their teens. In addition to babysitting gigs, I also taught Sunday school for my church in...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Natalie watched our puppy healing with a broken leg FT for 2 full weeks. She was on time or early every day, took amazing care of our pup and was incredibly pleasant to work with. She also came through at the last minute to watch our dog and our 4 year old daughter...
Megan H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked for 3. 5 years helping with a 93-year-old retiree who suffered from multiple strokes and early onsite dementia and Alzheimer's. My duties included grocery shopping, taking to doctor appointments, outings with family and friends. I also did light housekeeping, hygiene care, prepared meals and was a constant companion....
Ann can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Ann cared for my mother on several occasions over a period of 8 years. She started helping Mom when she needed less assistance--doing household chores, following through on exercises--and as Mom developed more serious health problems, Ann was always there for our...
Diane S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a licensed middle and high school educator, and I have over 10 years of experience teaching English, writing, grammar, test prep, and life coaching. I tailor my tutoring and life coaching to the individual client, and I have a strong history of success. My clients improve their scores and their understanding and feel...
5.0
"He was exactly what my daughter needed to help her with this subject in school. The classes are always informative, entertaining and well presented. The instructor is positive and the information is concise. Very happy with Matt."
Katherine J.
Dagmara K.
Darien, IL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Dagmara . I Am A 29 Year Old That Recently Held A Paraprofessional Role.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, personable and empathetic.
I like working with kids because they are always willing to learn and look at the world differently.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help kids strive to become their best selves. Help them learn and grow.
I started working with kids when I realized...
Dagmara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Dagmara is a very caring, loyal and responsible person. My kids adore her. Dagmar know how to keep them busy all day long. It's been joy and a lot help having her with as .I can highly recommend Dagmara sa a nanny/ baby sitter. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Abby and I am currently a freshman at American University. I am offering child care services!
I love being a babysitter and have lots of experience working with children. I took child education courses all through high school, have been a swim instructor for children for the past 3 years, and have been...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is really amazing! She is energetic and plays with my 2 boys ( 4 and 2) straight for 5 hours. They walk to the park, draw on this sidewalk, play in the backyard, building house and boys favorite time with her is playing the floor with lava. They also read...
Peiting W.
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, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Lauren for a nanny person and she truly impressed us! The kids instantly liked her. We ended up not needing childcare, but she would have definitely been our pick!"
Andra W.
Dorota G.
Justice, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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
Dorota can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"She came to my home and explained what she would do for a deep clean and biweekly cleaning. She's friendly and accommodating."
Karla G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I'm Kelly, childcare specialist, here to serve with compassion and relieve stress.
I am an experienced care giver with over 15 years experience working in daycare, recreational facilities and home care settings.
I am passionate about caring for children and LOVE what I do. My goal is to always provide exceptional...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Kelly was absolutely outstanding. Our son would not stop raving about her and how much he had fun. Highly recommend and would love to have back at our home. "
Care member
Paige R.
Woodridge, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter Who Is Caring, Loving, Patient, Reliable, Responsible, Outgoing And Flexible!
5.0
(1)
I have been providing pet sitting/services since 2010. I do not have any breed or size restrictions. A few consistent pets I cared for was a golden retriever and cat in the same household, a miniature Bernedoodle from the age of 6 months till current, a cat from the age of 6 months till current, 2 Maltese, 3 German shepherds,...
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"I hired Paige when I needed someone capable as well as productive (i.e. time and money to be worth it) to move my personal property from my 1000 square foot condo to my new out of State home. Paige did a great job dealing with my emotional personality at the time...
Sarah S.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I'm Kelly, passionate about being of service and love what I do. My mission is to give exceptional care, while creating a serene and safe space.
I have over 15 years experience working in hospitals, assisted living and private home settings. Certified specialist in caring for seniors with health conditions,...
Kelly can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Was on time, reliable and easy to work with. "
Cassandra J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Diane can also help with: Personal care, home modification
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane."
John X.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an absolute lover of pets. I have grown up with pets caring for them overall, so I know the works to keeping your pet healthy, clean, and happy.
Over the years I have owned four cats and two different dogs, all different breeds. I have also house sat numerous times for families, along with taken their pet in for sometimes...
Syuzanna can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Adrienne and I am available for mostly pet care, but can also provide other services like cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, organization, childcare, errands, and open to other services, including painting, etc. I am an experienced certified veterinary nurse looking to help the local community! I have 20+...
Adrienne can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Adrienne did a phenomenal job taking care of my two cats while I was away! She was able to administer various medications, including chemo to my sick kitty and provided daily updates, complete with pictures. She was very thorough, she noticed I was taking the cat's...
Raquel G.
Rosine W.
Palos Hills, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked with seniors for over 15 years l have a great passion for seniors. I am a CNA and have worked in rehabs for a long time and also hospitals . I have great personality, reliable transportation. I attend Moraine Valley Community College I have great experience, I am an excellent caregiver and I have worked for Christ...
Rosine can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Rosine took wonderful care of my wife at the end of her life. I and my family will always be greatly appreciative."
Michael L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
5.0
"Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home...
Jennifer W.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Branndi watched our two children for almost 3 years. She was with us from when my daughter was 3 months until my son was 2. In that time she truly became part of the family and took care of my children like they were her own. Branndi was great about taking the kids...
Kate C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I hired Kelly to pet-sit my two cats while we were out of town. Kelly is flexible and reliable. She was great with my cats and sent images images everyday that she visited."
Mariam V.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Western Springs, IL
Iwona P.
5.0
After being recommended by a friend, Iwona has been taking care of our home once a week for 10 years. Iwona is always on time and typically completes our cleaning in the same amount of time each visit. Iwona's attention to detail is clearly noticeable, and on those rare occasions when Iwona is not...
- Christine S.
Veronica C.
5.0
We love Veronica. She has been working for us for two years and we are very pleased with her services. Not only is she hard working, she is also a great communicator, very trustworthy, and a pleasure to have in our home. While we use her primarily for cleaning, we have also hired her as a...
- Sean C.
Natalie R.
5.0
Natalie watched our puppy healing with a broken leg FT for 2 full weeks. She was on time or early every day, took amazing care of our pup and was incredibly pleasant to work with. She also came through at the last minute to watch our dog and our 4 year old daughter for a date night. She was a...
- Megan H.
Ann H.
5.0
Ann cared for my mother on several occasions over a period of 8 years. She started helping Mom when she needed less assistance--doing household chores, following through on exercises--and as Mom developed more serious health problems, Ann was always there for our family. Ann truly acted and cared...
- Diane S.
Matthew G.
5.0
He was exactly what my daughter needed to help her with this subject in school. The classes are always informative, entertaining and well presented. The instructor is positive and the information is concise. Very happy with Matt.
- Katherine J.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Western Springs, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Western Springs, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Western Springs, IL is $16.50 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.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Western Springs, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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.