Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Crystal Lake, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Crystal Lake, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Crystal Lake, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Crystal Lake, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Lesia. I have more than 10 years of experience to take care of people with different needs. I can help you with meal preparation, reminder medicine, and helping with a shower. In addition, I can provide you with the services of a therapist. I cared for people with alzheimer's, dementia, dialysis, oxygen,...
Lesia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, home modification, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties including feeding, hygiene, repositioning, dressing, bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and many other things. She is very...
Michael F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come with cleaning experience of over 19plus years. I provide professionalism, high quality detailed cleaning, and free estimates for new clients. My references can be provided upon request.
Marzena can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Marzena has been helping out in our home since last year! I know that when she comes, our house will be immaculate by the end of her visit! She makes our house look so beautiful with the way she cleans. We truly appreciate everything that she does for us!"
Veronika W.
Aldona N.
McHenry, IL
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a medical nurse in a hospital in Lithuania for 16 years. As a person and professional I am very responsible and devoted in my duties. I feel a need to help and care for others. My working experience as a care giver is 23 years. I am a long time worker and my clients becomes my family. During all these years I worked...
Aldona can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is dependable, loving and a part of our family. She cared for my mom who had alzheimers. My mom passed away and she continues care for my 99 year old father. She is very trustworthy and always goes the extra mile for our family. You would be lucky to have her!"
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Amy S.
Algonquin, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Uniquely experienced certified nursing assistant with superior customer service skills and direct patient/client interaction in the aviation, health care and home health industries. Intuitive and analytical, I am a highly motivated self starter with a passion for making those in my care feel that they truly matter. Employment...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"When we were looking for a caregiver for my mother, who has Lewy Body Dementia, we connected with Amy on care.com. My mother hired her halfway through the interview, after rejecting several other candidates! I asked Amy for references and she supplied several,...
Jackie H.
Molly I.
Woodstock, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and pretty much anything you ask of me. I value my time with all the kids I meet and enjoy getting time to play with them and help grow and develop. I am coming home from the University of Alabama for the summer and I am interning full time as a Physical Therapy...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly is an amazing sitter she went above and beyond in all aspects. The kids absolutely loved their time with her and she was so prepared, babysitter bags are my favorite, she had everything a kid could need to enjoy their night. Molly also went out of her way to...
Vince P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 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: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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.
Marissa N.
Woodstock, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, energetic, and intelligent!
I like working with kids because it's very easy to make them happy and to find something fun to do!
I'm looking for a job that pays well while also fulfilling my desire to get to know new people and experience new things.
I started working with kids when I...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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.
Shelby P.
McHenry, IL
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Shelby and I'm a dedicated pet sitter based in McHenry, IL. If you're looking for a reliable and trustworthy caretaker for your cats or dogs, look no further! I understand how important it is to find someone who will treat your fur babies with love and care, and that's exactly what I offer. Whether you need someone to...
Shelby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
1.0
(1)
Friendly, reliable Polish-American housekeeper with over 20 years cleaning service and 6 years of geriatric skilled training professional. Algonquin area resident.
Vicki can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens & more
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm friendly, outgoing, honest, punctual, fair, and patient. I could house sit, run errands, plan events, be a personal assistant, provide concierge services, etc.
Brielle A.
Huntley, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have always loved kids. I coached children's gymnastics ages 2-6 and I also did ABA therapy with children who have autism. I am very enthusiastic about taking care of children and having fun!
Brielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Marzena R.
Huntley, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) & Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hi, I am Marzena! With over 10 years of experience in healthcare, I specialize in supporting patients with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer, dementia, ALS, stroke, hospice care and cancer. As both a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified...
Marzena can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Kimberly H.
Algonquin, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mother, Grandmother, Assistant, Nanny, Caregiver
I have been taking care of others for over 30 years. I moved in with my parents when my mother had a heart attack and stroke. I learned how to take care of her properly everyday, which included feeding, bathing, getting dressed, helping brush her teeth, doing her laundry, helping her with physical therapy. After she passed, I...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Greetings, I'm Danesha a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong background in providing exceptional patient care and a proven track record of excellent customer service. Seeking a CNA/home care position that allows me to utilize my healthcare expertise and customer service skills to support clients...
Danesha can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
I have taken care of many elderly family members & family friends over the years and would like to extend that kindness to others. I am also a certified lifeguard and can assist with visits to swimming pools for exercise. I am comfortable helping with a variety of services and can also assist with pet care. A positive attitude...
Julie can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 2 beautiful teenage girls . Experienced, friendly, crafty and reliable. Love playing with kids by creating crafts, reading books and weather permitting outside activities. I enjoy cooking and cleaning. I have over 25 years of experience in housekeeping services. I am a professional cleaning expert and try my best to...
Aleksandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
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.
With a lifetime of experience in caring for cats and dogs, I am well-equipped to provide pet care services. My current responsibilities include caring for three dogs on designated nanny days, and I also care for my mother-in-law's dog while she is in rehab. I am looking to expand my pet care services to assist others requiring...
Megan can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Crystal Lake, IL
Lesia B.
5.0
Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties including feeding, hygiene, repositioning, dressing, bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and many other things. She is very capable of transporting my wife using a...
- Michael F.
Marzena R.
5.0
Marzena has been wonderful! She is great with our 3 children and temperamental dog- she has been with our family for 2.5 years and we don't know what we would do without her! She is very reliable and trustworthy! We highly recommend her to other families!
- Kristen K.
Aldona N.
5.0
She is dependable, loving and a part of our family. She cared for my mom who had alzheimers. My mom passed away and she continues care for my 99 year old father. She is very trustworthy and always goes the extra mile for our family. You would be lucky to have her!
- Care member
Amy S.
5.0
Amy is outstanding at what she does. She connected with our mom who typically does not connect with most people. She guided us through a tough time while seeing that our mom was taken care of through the last few weeks in her life.
- Ron M.
Molly I.
5.0
Molly is an amazing sitter she went above and beyond in all aspects. The kids absolutely loved their time with her and she was so prepared, babysitter bags are my favorite, she had everything a kid could need to enjoy their night. Molly also went out of her way to help us with chores that were...
- Vince P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Crystal Lake, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Crystal Lake, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Crystal Lake, IL is $20.47 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 Crystal Lake, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Crystal Lake, 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.