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60 therapy dogs are listed in Forest Park, IL
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 8 years
Therapy dogs in Forest Park, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I recently graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am pursuing a focus in pediatrics and mental health. I am currently wrapping up my clinical rotation and seeking occasional jobs for the next 3 months. I love traveling! I love animals as well, I have 4 amazing dogs. I enjoy being in the city as well as...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful. She took care of our 15mo old baby regularly and was always on time, dependable and willing to help out. She was good at getting the baby out for walks and coming up with indoor activities when the weather required it. We would gladly give her...
Carolyn D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sandra. I have (10+) years experience taking care of newborns, toddlers, and school age children . I also volunteer in the kids' department at the church I attend on Sunday when needed. I love taking care of kids. They are so honest and friendly. I enjoy singing, playing games, or what makes children happy. I am...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sandra did an amazing job with our baby girl from the ages of 6-12 months. This is a highly transitional age with the intro of solid foods, crawling, and walking. I also breastfed while working from home which can throw even more challenges in the mix. Sandra did...
Larelle B.
Sylvia B.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver!
I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there :) I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology...
Sylvia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing...
Renee G.
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, live-in home care, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Armin is Amazing! He is so good with my father. Armin is caring and compassionate, strong and gentle. He lifts my father with ease and talks with him respectfully and with kindness. When my father is sleeping, Armin does other household chores-laundry and dishes....
Dawn M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!
I'm Kelly, an animal lover, providing excellent care for all fur babies!
I LOVE animals and grew up surrounded by the love of cats and dogs.
I'm very passionate about caring for animals and enjoy being of service.
I am compassionate, reliable, and experienced.
I look forward to connecting and building a long...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kelly was fantastic. Empathetic and very professional. I would absolutely recommend Kelly for care, especially for the elderly."
Care member
Payton H.
Chicago, IL
$41/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student With Childcare/teaching/pet Sitting Experience :)
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a sophomore at Columbia College Chicago majoring in multiple writing studies. I'm dedicated to creating a caring and calm environment for kids and pets alike! I'm extraordinarily patient and accepting in moments of chaos and will always prioritize your child or pets safety. I have two years of experience as a swim...
Payton can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Payton has a knack with people engaging insight on that person’s personality right away and approaching her interactions and communications in a way that makes them feel comfortable and easy. She also has this knack with animals as well. She teaches swim lessons to...
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Nicole B.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Reliable. Trustworthy. Faith Driven. Flexible.
CPR/AED certified.
Hi, welcome to my page! My name is Nicole and I am 27. Lover of anything outdoors, all sports, lattes and exercising.
Serving Chicago, New Buffalo, Saint Joseph, Holland and South Bend areas.
I have experience with various animals including: cats, dogs,...
Nicole can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, dog training & more
4.0
"Nicole has a good heart and is always willing to go the extra mile to do her job . I really respect her work ethic she always willing to learn and take all life lessons and experience and use it to move forward in her career . Thx Coach E "
Care member
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, carpooling, meal prep
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.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Rachel! I am a rising college senior who loves to provide quality caregiving to children! I love looking after and playing with kids and can provide care that is safe, affordable and fun!! I have experience caring for children (age range infants to toddlers) and also have experience providing care for multiple...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
4.0
"Rachel filled in for us for a few days while our regular nanny was on vacation. I have an 8 month old & 11 yr old boys and she did a great job with them. My oldest son loved that she played legos with him. She is very sweet and bubbly- I would definitely recommend...
Joni P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Zoe, a 19-year-old born and raised in Chicago. I am currently a freshman attending university for pharmacy and biology.
I am offering child and pet care services.
I have been trained to give CPR to adults and infants. I have 7 younger siblings, in which I helped raise the youngest only being a few months. I would...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zoe is great with my little one! I really don’t want to share her but I will! She is a great choice for your little one as she comes from a big family herself, she is the oldest of her siblings I believe she has like 6-7 siblings!"
Care member
Jessica F.
Chicago, IL
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pre-School Teacher Who Is Bilingual In French And Loves Children!
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jessica.
I am a graduate of New York University, currently working as a French Instructor in a Private Preschool. I am punctual, energetic, and responsible. I am interactive and love to do crafts, go outdoors, and play games! Children are absolutely my passion and I do my best to make activities fun and...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Jessica via Care.com. I was a little concerned to hire anyone via this platform as I had never done so before, but Jessica not only made me feel super comfortable knowing my son was safe, but she exceeded my expectations. I had just started my first job as...
Christine E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 12+ years experience working with, nannying, and being an occasional sitter for children from infancy-6th grade. I have been a nanny for up to 7 kids at a time and have experience caring for kids with cancer, learning disabilities, Down's Syndrome, ADHD, and so forth. I have also provided tutoring services for pre-school...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Patricia did a wonderful job minding our two boys while we attended a business function. She was punctual, polite, great at communicating, very thoughtful and sensible. We would definitely hire her again"
Maxine B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently an assistant teacher at a Montessori school looking for a part-time position while I go back to school. I am also available for date night/ backup care. My services include after-school pick-ups, assisting children in reaching developmental milestones, following and implementing nap and meal time...
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Angie was awesome to work with! She has a calming yet fun presence and my toddler loved playing with her! She followed all instructions and asked questions when appropriate. We will definitely hire her again for childcare in there future!"
Joanna Villacorta G.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Miah. I am 24 y. o. I am an occupational therapy student completing my second year of graduate school in Chicago. I have 3 years of childcare experience. I have also worked as a healthcare technician for 2. 5 years where and I assisted adults with their activities of daily living and monitored their vitals.
Miah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miah is a wonderful caregiver. She is reliable, caring, kind, respectful and very dependable. I can tell she cares a lot about my son and he loves her. I know I can count on her day or night and that's very important as I work crazy hours and two jobs. She goes...
Nicole P.
Rosario V.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .
5.0
(1)
I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion care, feeding, bathing, get vital sign,...
Rosario can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would hire only her.
Highly recommend. "
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Absolutely pleased with the decision on hiring Destiny! She was amazing with my children! very fun & attentive!"
Thanairy A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again."
Beth B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two and have 20 years plus of experience with senior care. I have experience with Parkinson's, stroke, dementia and Alzheimer's care. I also have experience in g-tube feeding. I can help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I'm also Covid...
Corazon can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Always on time. Good conversations. Polite and always did what I asked. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have an extensive (more than 10 years of experience) working as a caregiver in Chicagoland area.
I have worked with elderly population with various health conditions such as CHF, COPD, Parkinson's disease, MS, Parkinson's disease, Stroke survivors and many others.
I also hold a masters degree of Physical Therapy from...
Brigita can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Angela was great and the kids loved hanging out with her. Looking forward to having her help out again!"
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Forest Park, IL
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis is wonderful. She took care of our 15mo old baby regularly and was always on time, dependable and willing to help out. She was good at getting the baby out for walks and coming up with indoor activities when the weather required it. We would gladly give her our recommendation.
- Carolyn D.
Sandra L.
5.0
Sandra did an amazing job with our baby girl from the ages of 6-12 months. This is a highly transitional age with the intro of solid foods, crawling, and walking. I also breastfed while working from home which can throw even more challenges in the mix. Sandra did an amazing job with helping us with...
- Larelle B.
Sylvia B.
5.0
Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing my daughter cry once the entire...
- Renee G.
Armin R.
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.
Kelly M.
5.0
Kelly was fantastic. Empathetic and very professional. I would absolutely recommend Kelly for care, especially for the elderly.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Forest Park, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Forest Park, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Forest 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 Forest Park, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Forest Park, IL is $27.71 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 Forest Park, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Forest 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 Forest Park, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Forest 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 Forest Park, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Forest 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.