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Terri D.

Caring For Your Love One

Saint Louis, MO

from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 17 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care. I am reliable, and you can depend on me. As a personal care aide I support with social and activities as well as basics such as eating/feeding and drinking. Medication reminder. Meals preparation. Household tasks. Personal care and doctor...
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Nyeshea D.

Saint Louis, MO

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hi! My name is Nyeshea! I am a detail-oriented and dedicated house cleaner with 3 years of experience, specializing in providing thorough and customized cleaning services to maintain the pristine appearance of your home. Skilled in deep cleaning techniques, eco-friendly sanitation, and personalized attention to client needs,...
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Callie K.

Cleaning Services Available All Week Nights & Weekend Mornings

Edwardsville, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Window washing
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hi, I'm Callie! I am 23 years old and a graduate from SIUE with my BS in biology. I graduated with high honors and took many child developmental courses. I have been doing housework for around 6 years and enjoy a clean house. I have always helped my mother clean since I was a little girl. You can count on me to get the job done...
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Nyssa V.

Flexible And Fun Babysitter For Full-Time Summer Employment

Godfrey, IL

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 5 adopted siblings that vary in ages from 2 to 12 that I have taken care of and watched over the years for their parents. I enjoy being around children very much! I love pets and get along with them very well! I worked for a cleaning service for 5 years and am happy to do house work and do it well. I enjoy cooking,...
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Lisa B.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have nannied two young girls for eight years, and was responsible for pet-sitting, along with driving the children to activities when necessary. Additionally, I have led a volunteer group made up of college students would where we would go to an elementary school once a week to lead them in positive, confidence-building group...

Koreen W. says "Lisa is warm and professional, attentive and competent. I feel she can step-in and follow our house rules and guide my daughter with playing and routines....

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Emily M.

Full Time And Part Time Caregiver With Autism Experience

Saint Louis, MO

3.5(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily. I am a 2019 college graduate with a bachelors in psychology specializing in developmental psychology. I have 3 and a half years of professional nanny experience split between two families, and currently work as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral therapy to children aged 2-9 who have...

Care Member says "Emily is a very attentive caregiver and always went above and beyond to plan fun activities for our 2yo. We loved working with her!"

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Patrice F.

Certified Nurse Assistant Available Or As Needed Could Be Full Or Part-Time

Florissant, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I am a certified nurse assisstant who has 18 years of experience in nursing, hospice, homehealth, specialty hospitals, rehabilitation, long term care, assisted living, nursing homes, experience with alheimer , dementia, stroke patients and diaysis, cancer, colosomy, showers, bedbaths, dressing, feeding, vitalsisigns,...

Victor A. says "Very responsible and great people skills , great energy loving person to be around"

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Ana M.

I Offer More Than Just Cleaning; I Strive To Provide A Sense Of Relief O Each Cleaning

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
dusting
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ana, and I'm a mom of two young boys and two lovely dogs-a mini poodle and a cockerpoodle. One of my dogs is more energetic than the other, so I'm very comfortable around pets. I know how excited they can get when new people visit, and I embrace that energy. I'm confident I can handle any type of dog or animal...

Care Member says "Ana and her team are the best hard workers and partially did an excellent job with no supervision I love their work"

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Christina S.

Medical Care Assistant

Saint Louis, MO

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm an extremely Caring, highly energetic medical care assistant that will assist in many fields. Such as...... Distributing medication M/T, O/T, P/T, Meal prep, Showers, Management of appointments .... Communicating with patient physician if need be amongst other great comfort measures!! I take much pride in Assisting...

Care Member says "My mom / dad & myself meet Krissy at a hospital @ February 2023 & boy it’s been a good to know her…as she’s been extremely helpful with helping...

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Kiya S.

I'm Kiya! A College Student Home For The Summer!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'm Kiya! I am a recent grad of Alabama State University where I studied rehabilitation services. I am in the process of getting my masters to become a pediatric occupational therapist. My hobbies include cheering, reading and fashion! Over the summer I worked part time at webster childcare center where I care for...

Hailey F. says "Kiya was amazing and my children had so much fun with her! She was responsible and communicated very well."

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Alexandria P.

College Student That's Also An Occasional Sitter With Any Age And Or Needs.

Florissant, MO

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm a first time mom to a 1-year-old baby girl! I was a full time server at Cracker Barrel and also cleaned houses independently prior to my maternity leave. I've also nannied for the past 7 years for multiple families with different needs of service and availability. I've been a stay at home mom since having my little...
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Elizabeth C.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
Hey friends! I am a nanny in the St Louis area looking for a new family to care for! I have 6 years of experience working with kids doing everything from swim instructing, camp counseling, and even assisting art therapy! I love dance parties, coloring, reading books, and playing outside! I can help kids out with lunches, doing...

Caroline H. says "Lizzie has babysat our 2 toddler boys several times over the past year or so. They both love her! I'm so grateful that she makes our boys feel so...

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Caitlin M.

Qualified Experienced Nanny Seeking 2024 Summer Nanny Position

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Caitlin and I offer services in weekend child care, early potty training (beginning at 17 months old), sleep training, picky eating reform, and behavior modification. I have been employed by the Special School District of St. Louis County for 18 years. My position has allowed me to gain incredible insight into...

Care Member says "Caitlin has been a godsend to our family! She was our nanny this summer while we transitioned back to work with our newborn. She has so much newborn and...

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Megan B.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
1. Helped with day-to-day and long-term management of personal affairs 2. Assisted with physical therapy, exercise, and general health 3. Administered and managed medication 4. Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, grocery shopping, and cleaning 5. Planned and prepared meals according to dietary restrictions 6....

Care Member says "She was amazing with my mother in all regards. She really cared and went above and beyond and my mom so enjoyed her time with Megan. "

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Rebecca D.

Highly Recommended, Educated, Caring And Well-Rounded Nanny

Saint Louis, MO

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a certified teacher. My certifications include Birth-6th Grade in the areas of General Education as well as Special Education. I am also certified in Literacy for Birth-12th Grade. In my past job experiences, I have provided Early Intervention Services to children ages Birth-5 years old with various disabilities &...

Gianina U. says "Becca was a great nanny to our kids, very caring and responsible. She was very helpful with daily tasks that make a household run as well, which...

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Andrea S.

Quality Cleaning/ House Sitter Services

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Clean freak alert! Have clean mirrors without streaks and an effortlessly managed home. I avoid using unnatural/ toxic chemicals as much as possible and have a knack for organizing. I'd love to use these skills to help improve other people's lives. I'm friendly, reliable and ready to take on a part-time job while attending...

Karma E. says "Andrea has been providing after-school transportation for our high school freshman (transportation was not an option on this survey, so "housekeeping" had...

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Karly P.

Collinsville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I am an Illinois native. Recently moved to Saint Louis after living in FL panhandle for a little over a year. I was working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant at a pediatrics outpatient clinic. I am looking for some extra money while I transition back to life in the midwest and also while obtaining my state therapy...

Amy P. says "Karly is incredibly sweet and flexible with my children. She outwardly cares for them and takes their safety seriously in driving them to school in the...

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Shira S.

Looking To Make Some New Furry Friends

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Shira and I'm a passionate dog lover who has been taking care of furry friends over the last several years. Whether it's a playful puppy or a mature pooch, I always strive to provide the best care possible. I understand that each dog has unique needs and personalities, so I make sure to listen to their...

Temima S. says "The best babysitter!! Shira is amazing with children and with our dogs. She really gets on their level and plays with them which they love. Shira is...

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Stephanie R.

20 Years Of Childcare

Saint Charles, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a local & seasoned care provider with an extensive background & experience in multiple service areas; primarily in childcare & direct support care. CPR certified I love exploring the city, outdoors and finding fun new experiences for children to learn & explore. Museums, arts & crafts, you name it we can do it! I have...

Care Member says "Stephanie is fantastic! We initially booked her on short notice, but she was incredibly accommodating, punctual, communicative, and wonderful with our...

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Theresa R.

Professioal Nanny

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I have been a Nanny for over 25yrs, and still love being a Nanny. I have been a Nanny for seven different family's in St. Louis, and continue to have a relationship with all of them to this day. I have taken care of Special need children, Twins, Sick and well child care. I am a Energetic Mature , team playing Nanny who loves,...

Care Member says "TT was our full time nanny for our first baby. My husband and I are so grateful to her for being such a trusted and knowledgeable caregiver. We were...

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  • 60 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Lisa B.

Lisa is warm and professional, attentive and competent. I feel she can step-in and follow our house rules and guide my daughter with playing...

- Koreen W.

Emily M.

Emily is a very attentive caregiver and always went above and beyond to plan fun activities for our 2yo. We loved working with her!

- Care member

Patrice F.

Very responsible and great people skills , great energy loving person to be around

- Victor A.

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Wood River, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL is $20.00 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 Wood River, 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 Wood River, 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 Wood River, 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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