Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Elmwood Park, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Elmwood Park, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Elmwood Park, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Elmwood Park, IL
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: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & 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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Urszula . I have over 12 years of experience taking care of Senior's including Alzheimer's and Dementia patients. My Seniors care services include: personal care , medication management , meal preparation , groceries shopping and light housekeeping. I have a lot of patience with the elderly and treat them with kindness...
Urszula can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care
5.0
"It is with heartfelt gratitude that I provide this work experience and character reference for Urszula L.
Urszula was the sole caregiver for my mother for the past two and a half years. Sadly, my mother passed away in May 2020 at the age of 95 years. Urszula...
Loretta S.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Siubhan. I study Theater with a minor in American Sign Language, and I spent my last summer as a teacher and a camp counselor at a performing arts summer camp. During my gap year before college I was a nanny, I have experience babysitting and I worked for various summer camps throughout high school. As a nanny...
Siubhan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Siubhan is my sister and she is very responsible and has a great sense of humor! She's really fun and has a lot of good ideas and you could probably never be bored around her. She is also very present and engaged with all the kids that I've ever seen her babysit....
Konnie S.
Carmen M.
Berwyn, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Carmen.
I am a wife and a mother to 3 adult working professionals. I've been cleaning homes for 25+ years. What brings me satisfaction is helping people in their busy day to day lives . Whether you are a busy graduate student or parent, etc. If you are interested in my services contact me so I can best...
Carmen can also help with: Bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Carmen has been cleaning our home for 4 years and does an amazing job. She is thorough, uses quality products and does special projects as need, i.e. windows and cleaning equipment. "
RĂ©my S.
Yonaira D.
Chicago, IL
$21/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! A graduate student soon to receive a masters degree. At the moment I am working full-time as a case manager at a non-profit mental health agency but unfortunately due to my internship I am unable to continue my full-time work and my current job does not do part-time. I am in class only on Tuesdays afternoon but my internship...
Yonaira can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yonaira has supported our family whenever we need help with our two boys. She is very flexible, fun, and easy to work with."
Michael T.
3.8
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Laura, was absolutely amazing in the care of my late mother. In the months leading to her passing, Laura treated her with such compassion, kindness and dignity. She was punctual in all aspects arriving on time, handling medication, log ins, sticking to bathing and...
Camiliana V.
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: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Izabela is a wonderful caregiver. She is incredibly reliable even though she commutes at a distance to us; she is attentive, an amazing communicator, and very experienced and understanding in issues related to eldercare. She has all the qualities we were looking...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angela, I'm a second year Physician Assistant student in Chicago. I love working with kids and have done so all my life; I have experience working as a camp counselor and babysitter for several years, as well as tutoring, and teaching elementary school in Spain. As a former EMT and current PA student, I am CPR...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela was great and the kids loved hanging out with her. Looking forward to having her help out again!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ruth, and I love working with kids! I'm a graduate student at Rush University pursuing a doctorate in Audiology. I have experience caring for children of all ages, ranging from infants to preteens. Additionally, I have experience tutoring children in their homes. I have a personality that is very happy,...
Ruth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ruth is such a warm and sweet person. Ruth was ALWAYS on time and patient and kind. She spent her time with our 10 year old son and he responded so well to Ruth. They worked on various areas of academics utilizing all mediums. I would hire her again, I wish she...
Kat D.
Alfredo R.
Skokie, IL
$30-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears.
I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...
5.0
"Alfredo is smart, compassionate, and hard working. He often did more than I required of him with my son. A fast learner about autism. We love Alfredo!"
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a loving caring nanny for the last 20 years. My last position lasted over eight to half years. It was for two lovely little girls who are now ages 8-1/2 and 6-1/2. Both attend school all day now so my services were no longer needed. During my time there, I performed a variety of duties. I did everything from the...
Deidre can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deidre worked with our family for about 4 months in the fall of 2018. She supervised our two boys after school, drove them to activities (safely), and would babysit for us from time to time. She was always on time, always kept the children safe and was excellent...
Trevor H.
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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.
Zoe S.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent speech-language pathologist grad, who is looking for gigs before the new school year!
I am very outgoing, playful, and energetic caretaker! I try my best to get kids off of their technology and up and moving. My specialty is a good scavenger hunt!
In undergrad, I also minored in educational services, so...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Have recommended Zoe for babysitting jobs to two different families and they both had absolute rave reviews."
Gillian G.
Sheree B.
Westchester, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work Available
5.0
(4)
Home Sweet Home Care - La Grange, IL
August 2017 to Present
Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Companionships, Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; Cleaning, Sanitation
Sheree can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Great place with awesome people. Highly recommended!!!"
Jerrel H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me help make your family's life easier this as an educated, caring, loyal nanny with over 17 years of childcare experience.
Over the years I've had the privilege of caring for children ages 6 month to 17 years old, working with families in a variety of capacities. My long-term roles have been as a summer nanny for one family...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is an excellent caregiver she started with my daughter when she was 5 or 6 months old and now my baby is almost 9 months. She's attentive, kind, gentle and thoughtful. Sometimes my daughter can be a screechy baby or picky about her bottle but Alyssa does...
Care member
Armin R.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Armin, I am 30 yrs old male.
I have 2 years of experience with caregiving.
I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping if needed.
I have experience with:
-Parkinson's disease
-ALS
-Dementia
-Stroke
-Quadriplegic
I assist with daily life activities; meal prep, medication reminder, light exercise,...
Armin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care, errands & more
5.0
"Armin was incredible. He worked just weekends for awhile but then we hired him for 24 hour care for my father. He was kind, compassionate and highly skilled. His calm demeanor was such a welcome energy during my father's last days and hours. He was a true blessing."
Nancy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently moved to Chicago to pursue a doctorate in clinical psychology, with an emphasize on children and adolescents, and am looking for opportunities to continue working with children while I study. Happy to provide recommendations and referrals.
I hold a Master's degree in psychology and have three years experience in...
5.0
"Marian is awesome. I was looking for someone with experience with autistic children to spend some time with my twins who are on the spectrum. Marian came once a week and was super helpful in engaging my children, entertaining them, while also pushing them to...
Coney P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am very caring, responsible, and well-seasoned in babysitting and nannying. For about 10 years I have worked alongside several families providing the care their children deserve! Being the eldest child of four and babysitting since I was 12, I have developed a great understanding of children of all ages. I have also...
Adriana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adriana is wonderful! We all love her."
Tina K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I offer Pet Sitting+
Mobile grooming & at my home!
(Pick up & drop off service available upon request)
I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give!
Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting.
I treat all animals with the...
Mandy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mandy is awesome with animals! Very attentive and loving towards my dog and she send lots of cute pics and videos!"
Megan S.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely pleased with the decision on hiring Destiny! She was amazing with my children! very fun & attentive!"
Thanairy A.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Elmwood Park, IL
Jonie M.
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 that is lucky enough to have Jonie...
- Betty A.
Urszula L.
5.0
We have been so blessed to have had Ursula care for our dear mom for these past several years. She was more than a caregiver, she was a friend and an extension of our family. She is dependable, punctual, and trustworthy. She took such good care of our mom, and that wasn't always easy. She is patient...
- Terri K.
Siubhan S.
5.0
Suibhan is a very mature and reliable young woman. I consider her an excellent babysitter! She is always on time and flexible with staying late when we need her to. She provides her own transportation. I trust her implicitly with my young daughter.
- Liz H.
Carmen M.
5.0
Carmen has been cleaning our home for 4 years and does an amazing job. She is thorough, uses quality products and does special projects as need, i.e. windows and cleaning equipment.
- RĂ©my S.
Yonaira D.
5.0
Yonaira has supported our family whenever we need help with our two boys. She is very flexible, fun, and easy to work with.
- Michael T.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Elmwood Park, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Elmwood Park, IL is $19.55 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 Elmwood Park, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Elmwood Park, 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.