Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Elmhurst, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Elmhurst, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Elmhurst, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Elmhurst, IL
5.0
(31)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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.
Jacqueline N.
Carol Stream, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Jacky And I'm An Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Through The State Of Illinois.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dependable, task-oriented, compassionate professional with 26 years of experience in the medical field. Driven to provide exceptional customer service/medical assistance. Demonstrates superior communication skills, and is motivated by a challenging work setting. My years of dedication, determination, and enthusiasm clearly...
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Jacqueline to care for my Mother. Jacqueline worked out perfectly and my Mother not only enjoyed her company but also praised her knowledge of how to care for her (and how to maximize our healthcare system). She was dependable and trustworthy from Day 1 on...
Paul P.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
My name is Lorena and for the past 5+ years, I have been working in childcare services around Chicago & it's surrounding suburbs. This has ranged from working in early childhood development organizations as well as working independently for families of various communities and cultures.
As a Chicago native, I have...
Lorena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Apologies for the delayed review.
Lorena provided 4 days a week help to us out between late September 2020 to April 2021, as COVID concerns remain high. She had her own transport, wore a mask during her help at our house, and was diligent in keeping up with...
Care member
Syuzanna Z.
Melrose Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Syuzanna and I take my job very seriously. I am very flexible and able to perform various tasks on top of sitting. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and nannying children of all ages. I love spending one on one time with them and feel passionately about their growth in school but also in life. I have experience...
Syuzanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Syuzanna is an outstanding nanny in every way. She nannied for my 2 kids (ages 5 & 8) full-time in the summer of 2018. She is always on time and was very good with my 2 kids. She took them to many different, fun places this summer and was good at enforcing our...
Jim V.
Karina S.
Berwyn, IL
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karina and I recently graduated from SXU. I am starting my masters this fall in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with kids with autism for about 1 year now. I was a babysitter for a few months from my nephew, and I love working with kids. I am a fun and responsible person, and you kids safety will be my...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karina is amazing! She is so patient and fun with children. We hired her for looking after our 1 year old, and I was very comfortable with just letting her handle everything for my daughter, from feeding her to putting her for a nap to playing and looking after...
Hina K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare has been my entire life & I couldn't imagine a better job!
I grew up in my mother's home day care environment. As I grew up, I took on more and more responsibilities in the daycare until I eventually became, essentially, her assistant. I also volunteered at a local church, watching young children during Sunday...
Jesse can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jesse came in last minute when another hire fell through for medical reasons. Jessie did great. Very professional, understood how to help with an event and did all we asked."
David D.
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
(16)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lenka. I am professional, honest and experienced European cleaning lady. I care for your home like it' s my own. Your satisfaction is my priority. When you decide to hire me, my house cleaning service is 100% guaranteed.
Lenka can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"We have been using Lenka for over a year now and she has been a God send for our family. She is very dependable and if we need to reschedule has been very accommodating. She makes our house look amazing every time she comes (even my children are excited after she...
Jason V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a housekeeper for 10 years and am therefore very experienced in common household duties such as cleaning, laundry, and ironing, maintaining delicate fabrics, antiques, silver, glass, and fine art. I am also able to do light house cleaning in conjunction with other jobs such as being a nanny or caregiver for the...
Nijole can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Nijole is reliable, smart, pleasant and detail-oriented. She was a great help to our family for 3 years, as she assisted me and my 5 homeschooled children with laundry, meal prep, house cleaning, errands and child care. I would highly recommend Nijole for any...
Cherri K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an IL-certified Secondary English Teacher with 2 MA degrees in Education & local, national, and international awards for outstanding teaching. My students have earned admission to competitive private & public schools, earned academic scholarships, and achieved victory over disabilities. I have 30+ years experience in...
5.0
"Todd is a challenging and rewarding mentor. Holding me to high standards while offering me a constant avenue of support and resources, I saw my grades drastically improve as a result of our ongoing relationship. For example, because Todd taught me the value of...
Benjamin U.
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: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
Darice W.
Wheaton, IL
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant Seeking Part-time Work As A Caregiver For Seniors
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Darice, and I am a certified nurse assistant with 17 years of experience in the healthcare field. Throughout my career, I have worked in nursing homes, hospitals, and provided home care services. I have had the privilege of caring for numerous families, treating each individual with compassion and unconditional love...
Darice can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"On the days Darice wasn't scheduled to be at my parent's house, my dad would ask, "Where is my angel?" We always knew he was talking about Darice. Throughout his final months, Darice truly was an angel to my dad, my mom and me.
First, Darice is a total...
Katrina P.
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.
Jerrilynn D.
Carol Stream, IL
$23-26/hr • 9 yrs exp
Very Professional And Certified Child Care Provider
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jerrilynn I have been in the childcare field for 10 years! I first started my journey in childcare at the age of 17. Over the years, I worked several places that were not fulfilling to me. After 4 years working for USPS, I decided to return to school where I obtained my Associates in Arts, furthering my...
Jerrilynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jerrilynn is positive, thoughtful, and caring. Since my first interaction with Jerrilynn, her love for children has shone through. She has great communication and is a bright spot in our day. My son has a seizure disorder and ASD. Jerrilynn jumped right in...
Heather W.
5.0
(1)
Hi! Over the past nine years I have helped care for several ladies suffering from memory loss. I feel God has given me a real gift to help those that are suffering and I would be honored if you would consider me to help when you are away. I have a clean background, 4 yr college degree and desire to support my myself and my...
Jonie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency.
Any human, pet or plant...
Betty A.
Danuta P.
Elk Grove Village, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm offering my home cleaning service. I treat every home like it is my . Your satisfaction is my priority, I have been cleaning home for 10 years. I also always show up on time, and never miss on appointment.
Danuta can also help with: Dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"She is very thorough. I have had many cleaning services over the years and she is the best."
Susan L.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours).
I offer the following services:
Transportation to/from doctor appointments
Physical Therapy (regular exercise)
Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle was a wonderful weekend caregiver for my sister who was in hospice care following a stroke. Care included bathing, feeding, wound care, hoyer lift, Broda wheelchair, etc.
She was extremely reliable, very professional and trustworthy. I highly...
Carissa H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Izabel. I have over 15 years of experience. Top references.
I am looking for a full or part-time job as a caregiver/companion. I provide light housecleaning, cooking, preparing meals, feeding, dressing, bathing, managing medications, doctor appointments, making groceries , walks, physical therapy, and much more ....
Izabela can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"very compassionate with my parents"
Carol M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring Mother and caregiver who offers full time services with 9 years experience assimilating into a new family environment. Promote a happy and healthy atmosphere. I currently work at a daycare were I work with infants-preschool age kids.
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Absolutely pleased with the decision on hiring Destiny! She was amazing with my children! very fun & attentive!"
Thanairy A.
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: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She was so kind and caring while I had to have surgery. She checked in to me every day, many times with pictures. I felt completely comfortable having her in my home and taking care of my cats."
Carrie D.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Elmhurst, IL
Branndi C.
5.0
Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6 months until 21 months, when she’ll be starting school.
Branndi has a beautiful and unique gift in how she cares for children. She has an innate sense...
- Care member
Jacqueline N.
5.0
I hired Jacqueline to care for my Mother. Jacqueline worked out perfectly and my Mother not only enjoyed her company but also praised her knowledge of how to care for her (and how to maximize our healthcare system). She was dependable and trustworthy from Day 1 on the job! I would highly recommend...
- Paul P.
Lorena Z.
5.0
Apologies for the delayed review.
Lorena provided 4 days a week help to us out between late September 2020 to April 2021, as COVID concerns remain high. She had her own transport, wore a mask during her help at our house, and was diligent in keeping up with hygiene. It was critical as it gave us...
- Care member
Syuzanna Z.
5.0
She is amazing!!!! Always helps clean the house and does a better job then myself . Always on time and has babysat our three kids last minute. The kids love her too and so will you.
- Carla W.
Karina S.
5.0
My 3 kids always look forward to spending time with Karina! She is always punctual and reliable. She engages my kids in fun and educational activities: She plays with them, reads to them, takes them to the park, etc. She is amazingly patient and just a delight to have in our home! I'm so grateful we...
- Tess B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Elmhurst, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Elmhurst, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Elmhurst, IL is $18.17 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 Elmhurst, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Elmhurst, 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.