Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Aurora, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Aurora, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Aurora, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 7 years
Therapy dogs in Aurora, IL
I believe society needs to better respect their senior members. I have worked at Aspire, a not for profit social service agency, since 1992 with adults of all ages including seniors & I have loved it. I recently quit this past February to find work closer to home, but I still go back & do therapy dog visits there. I was always...
Jill can also help with: Personal care, respite care, transportation
Daylinda M.
Aurora, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA/ nurse assistant and CPR trained with years of experience in caregiving; personable, compassionate
and jovial personality. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care, medication management , meal preparation, feeding, light housekeeping, laundry, companionship. Experienced in handling hospice patients,...
Daylinda can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"What a GEM! Daylinda was so kind and helpful. I wish I could have kept her longer but my recuperation was complete. She's amazing and choosing her would benefit you completely. "
Leilani W.
I provide dog sitting services both in my own home and the owner's. I am happy to take dogs on walks and care for cats or exotic animals. Can also perform light grooming.
Janelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I'm a mom to 2 teenagers and 2 dogs. I enjoy cooking, plant care and craft projects. I'm a great home cook. I'm also very patient, sympathetic and caring. I have experience caring for seniors and the disabled. I can assist with therapy or daily exercise. I'm familiar with transferring and using a hoyer lift. I'm also diabetic so...
Oyster can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
Christine F.
Aurora, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Teacher- Good With Kids, Seniors, And Dogs And Cats
My family business requires me to travel to Maui once a quarter for quality control; I am looking for a child care, tutoring or senior care position in the off-months while I am home in Aurora. I retired from teaching middle school for 22 years in District 204. I nannied in Naperville for two years, aided a quadriplegic client...
Sofia G.
Aurora, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Sofia. an animal lover with a passion for providing top-notch care for pets. With years of experience in pet sitting and dog walking, I understand the unique needs of each furry friend. I offer a range of services including daily walks, feeding, playtime, and basic grooming. Your pet's well-being and happiness are...
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Nicole G.
Aurora, IL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love seniors, and I love taking care of people
From all ages!
What Am I good at, a whole lot? I have been told I should be a nurse by now however having three kids and raising them life didn't take me down that road..
I have knowledge with Parkinson's disease, dementia, Alzheimer's, certain brain, injuries, transfers,...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am an Ethical Vegan which means I live by the ideals of causing no harm to any animals, human or non. I have experience with rescuing and caring for big dogs my entire life. But I love small dogs and cats, small animals and fish, too. I have had paid pet care jobs throughout my life as well. Currently, we share our home with 2...
Jill can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his...
Krystal S.
Khristine P.
Aurora, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi Im Khristine!
I am an upbeat, dependable, and compassionate CNA with over 20 years of experience in senior care. Caring for others brings me great joy, and I consider it an honor to support and assist elders with dignity and respect.
I provide reliable, high-quality care, including personal assistance with bathing,...
Khristine can also help with: Home modification, errands, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I have 3 years of experience for senior care, I can help with Transportation Services, Errands/Shopping and light housekeeping.
I use to work with people with dementia and stroke.
if you have any questions feel free to massage me at any time.
thanks,
Alma can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
Rhea D.
Aurora, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have about a year of paid housekeeping experience, but I am only looking for some smaller jobs.
I do work full time from home, so I would be interested in laundry services from my home. I am also interested in small cleaning jobs.
Rhea can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! I'm Sofia G, an experienced cleaner with a strong dedication to creating tidy and organized living spaces. With a year and a half of hands-on experience cleaning apartments and townhouses, I have honed my skills in providing thorough and comprehensive cleaning services. From deep cleaning entire houses, including both...
Sofia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Gill does a wonderful job with my 15 year old son that has CP. She's very engaging and high energy - he really enjoys his time with her."
Tomi M.
Jordan D.
Aurora, IL
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am 26 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children. Growing up, I helped my mom in her home daycare service, and I have experience caring for children from 6 months to 12 years. I love to read, do crafts, and stay active. I am CPR and first aid certified. I would love to meet you and your family!
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan knows CPR, and has experience watching multiple children at once. She is one of the sweetest people I know, and is very dependable. She also loves animals, and she can be flexible on the hours that she works. She is also a very hard worker, and someone who I...
Isabel J.
Shaylun W.
Aurora, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Great Sitter With More Than Enough Energy And Knowledge To Go Around
5.0
(2)
My name is Shay. I have a great deal of experience when it comes to children. I am told I am a baby/ child whisperer because I get along so well with children. I am open to many different nanny or babysitting jobs and I hope to find a loving family in which I can give my services too.
Shaylun can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shaylun is one of the best care takers I have ever hired for my two sweet boys. She is so reliable and willing to come in whenever I needed her she never called off on a sick day and did over time too. Due to COVID and me being a doctor. we had to get rid of all of...
Angelica B.
Experienced caregiver with 15 years of dedicated support for a patient with cerebral palsy (in-home) and 13 years working with seniors affected by Alzheimer's and dementia (in-home and live-in). I am a non-smoker, comfortable with pets, and provide a wide range of services including personal care, , meal preparation, running...
Violeta can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Schwanda B.
Aurora, IL
$19-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Eco-friendly Reliable Housekeeper With 20 Years Of Residential Cleaning Experience.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, positive and creative.
I like caring for homes because I enjoy residing in a clean environment and would like to offer my services to others.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible.
I started housekeeping in 2005.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family and friends.
One...
Schwanda can also help with: Oven cleaning, organization, move-out cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
Hi I'm Sarah I am 29years old I have been work with children since I was 15(newborns to the age of 5). My last child care position was working as a nanny to a 3-year-old toddler and I have been with her since about a few months before she turned 2 . She has begun attending a school and daycare. I am CPR certified and also just...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"
Kathy S.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Aurora, IL
Daylinda M.
5.0
What a GEM! Daylinda was so kind and helpful. I wish I could have kept her longer but my recuperation was complete. She's amazing and choosing her would benefit you completely.
- Leilani W.
Tina F.
5.0
Tina helped us tremendously by agreeing two watch our two cats last minute. One of our cats is elderly and requires oral medication administration, which is not an easy task. By using her extensive knowledge of animals and their behaviors, she was able to get his medicine in everyday! I highly...
- Krystal S.
Jill G.
5.0
Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly recommend her!
- Kevin F.
Jordan D.
5.0
Jordan knows CPR, and has experience watching multiple children at once. She is one of the sweetest people I know, and is very dependable. She also loves animals, and she can be flexible on the hours that she works. She is also a very hard worker, and someone who I would let watch my kids if I had...
- Isabel J.
Shaylun W.
5.0
Shaylun is one of the best care takers I have ever hired for my two sweet boys. She is so reliable and willing to come in whenever I needed her she never called off on a sick day and did over time too. Due to COVID and me being a doctor. we had to get rid of all of our staff but the having to let...
- Angelica B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Aurora, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Aurora, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Aurora, IL is $19.69 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 Aurora, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Aurora, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.