Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Algonquin, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Algonquin, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Algonquin, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in Algonquin, IL
Robin F.
Lake in the Hills, IL
$44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Wants To Help With E-learning/child Care
5.0
(1)
I've been a stay at home Mom/Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 + years. My oldest child is 30, and my youngest just graduated high school, and turned 18. I am looking for part time caregiver position. I have worked with elderly care, handicapped, disabled, learning disabled, ADHD, special needs, of teenagers to senior citizens....
5.0
"She is an amazing caregiver. Her patience and compassion is awesome. She goes above and beyond. I so appreciate her. "
Care member
Mari L.
Cary, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Leave Your Checklist To Me And Have More Time To Enjoy Your Life!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dependable, reliable, positive, and energetic are words to best describe me. I am able to work on a part time or full time basis.
I am also detail oriented, efficient, a multi-tasker, and possess excellent communication skills.
I have three grown children and a grandchild.
My husband and I owned our own restaurant business for...
Mari can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Mari showed up on time and proved to be very dependable. We needed dusting and mopping for most of the house. She asked very specific questions to ensure the job was done properly and timely. Mari was very pleasant to engage with and did a great job getting my...
Bianca B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carli and I am 32 years old. I have a 9-year-old son and our family lives in Cary.
After much thought, I am looking to leave my current employment to go back to school to pursue massage therapy. Going back to nannying would allow me the flexibility to be able to pursue that goal.
I was a former full time...
Carli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carli is fantastic! She was with our family for a year and was always on time and very responsible. Carli took care of our two year old and he adores her. I highly recommend Carli and we never had to worry about our son being in her care. Carli has a great...
John K.
4.8
(13)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I have been cleaning homes for almost 10 years. I have experience with cleaning family houses, hotels and offices. Available to help with organizing the house, do laundry, grocery shop etc. Multiple reference on request and I am great with animals. I am always on time, very reliable and a person that you can trust and also feel...
Michaela can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"I recently hired Michaela to do our housecleaning every-other-week. She's cleaned for us once so far and she did an excellent job.
I'm particular about cleanliness, thoroughness, and attention to detail, and in my opinion Michaela's work is top-notch. She's...
Nancy Z.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate skilled caregiver devoted to utilizing my 15 years experience to provide a safe, caring, comforting environment for the client which would allow the client to remain in their home . Assisting clients with activities of daily living, bathing, feeding, toileting, exercising, socializing. Light housekeeping,...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Dawn has a great heart and will do what the client needs with in the parameters of her capabilities.
She is responsible and follows up as needed."
Randall R.
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have a cat named Harrison and I grew up with a golden retriever. I love being around animals and I grew up cat-sitting and dog-sitting for my neighbors. I am going to school for Occupational Therapy, but I strive to help people in all aspects of their...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
I work full-time at Physical Therapy Aide at U Health - M Hospital. I have a degree in Neurobiology from UW-Madison with plans of attending physical therapy school in the future. I love working with children of all ages and have experience working with ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, and Autism, and I am also BLS certified.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as upbeat friendly and kind.
I'm looking for a job that would provide a variety of care services for your pets, which include dog walking, feeding, and playing while you work or are away from your home.
I started working with animals taking care of my own pets, and also dog/cat sitting for friends...
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting
Supervised group homes for developmentally disabled children and adults, writing and implementing Individual Service Plans to assist clients to reach highest potentials, implementing behavioral plans, supervising and training care staff.
Hello! I am a recent graduate from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a B. S. in Rehabilitation Sciences. I will be attending Washington University in St. Louis program of Occupational Therapy this August in hopes to receive my OTD. I would love to help in any way I can, and learn about your specific needs.
Anna can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
I volunteered at Camp Summit in Texas, which allowed me to work with individuals with severe special needs. I helped shower, dress, feed and lift many different people. I was also a caregiver for elderly individuals, where I would help with their day to day tasks. I learned how to rotate individuals that were bed bound, promote...
Malai C.
Dundee, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a reliable person who can do it all! I am a nanny and I also provide housekeeping services. I have years of paid nanny experience and 1 year of paid housekeeping services!
Malai can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Hi my name is Sara im a caregiver I had experience for about 5 years I have a BLS certificate . would like to help out with anything I can shower , cook, laundry, companionship etc.. I have references of previous families that I had giving my services before I have clean driving record . please feel free of any questions you may...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Christina, I run my own small-business. I am an expert at cleaning and organizing. I started my business 8 years ago. I'm good at what I do. I'm very organized, tidy, responsible and most of all I love to clean & keep the house in order. I am skilled in household management. I am open to meal prep service, laundry,...
Christina can also help with: Carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more
I currently care for a Golden Retriever during child care and enjoy this breed type or smaller. I will provide walks, feeding, brushing, playing, and general daily dog care at your home while your working daily or on a week long vacation. I have 2 reliable cars, am very dependable and loving to many living creatures.
I also...
Alison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My mission is to get seniors, people in general their independence back. I have a service car and a wheelchair accessible van so you can get where you want go safely, affordably and on time. You can depend on me.
I'd describe my personality as confident, reliable, and very happy
I like caring for seniors because they have a...
Gail can also help with: Mobility assistance
Madison F.
Gilberts, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as positive, creative, and caring.
I like working with kids because they are so brilliant. I love helping children grow into smart and brave adults. Whether it be crafts, games, or a mini-lesson, I love watching kids learn.
My skills include autism child-care, history in swim lessons and life...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mari L.
Cary, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Leave The Checklist To Me And Have More Time To Enjoy Your Life!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dependable, reliable, positive, and energetic are words to best describe me. I am also detail oriented, efficient, a multi-tasker, and possess excellent communication skills. I have three grown children and a grandchild. My husband and I owned our own restaurant business for 28 years. I have years of experience cleaning a...
Jean A.
Elgin, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love providing home caregiving services to those that would otherwise not be able to do so. The smile on their faces is overwhelming and makes me feel I have done my job right. I have always enjoyed helping people so I know I am doing the right thing.
Jean can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Caitlin B.
Cary, IL
$37/hr • 9 yrs exp
I recently moved back to Illinois after graduating from UW-Madison with a degree in Neurobiology. For the past 5 years I have worked as a Physical Therapy Aide at a local hospital in Madison. Essentially I became my departments designated babysitter over the past couple of years. love working with children of all ages and have...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Algonquin, IL
Robin F.
5.0
She is an amazing caregiver. Her patience and compassion is awesome. She goes above and beyond. I so appreciate her.
- Care member
Mari L.
5.0
Mari's organizational skills are top notch. Mari, really helped us get our house in order. We have 3 young boys, and there is no order, but Mari was able to see the potential regardless. Very overdue review, but well deserved. Thanks Mari.
- Care member
Carli H.
5.0
Carli is fantastic! She was with our family for a year and was always on time and very responsible. Carli took care of our two year old and he adores her. I highly recommend Carli and we never had to worry about our son being in her care. Carli has a great attitude and is very dependable!
- John K.
Michaela S.
3.0
Does not want to get Covid vaccine.
- Emily R.
Dawn B.
5.0
Dawn is a caring compassionate caregiver, she went above and beyond caring for my mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Dawn has taken care of my mother for several years until my retirement. She currently cares for her when we are in need of help on a as needed basis if she is available. As my...
- Karen C.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Algonquin, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Algonquin, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Algonquin, 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 Algonquin, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Algonquin, IL is $19.30 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 Algonquin, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Algonquin, 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 Algonquin, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Algonquin, 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 Algonquin, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Algonquin, 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.
Ratings for Algonquin, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Algonquin, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.