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Madison F.
Gilberts, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as positive, creative, and caring.
I like working with kids because they are so brilliant. I love helping children grow into smart and brave adults. Whether it be crafts, games, or a mini-lesson, I love watching kids learn.
My skills include autism child-care, history in swim lessons and life...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 25 years old and have been a full time day nanny for 8 years and occasional new born night nanny for 3. I've worked with many families in the past. I work with ages newborn to preteen! Highly experinced with multiples. I am CPR certified! I started off in nursing school but found myself as a recent graduate earning my...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began my career managing households for diplomats with the Nepali embassy, during which I had training in CPR, First Aid, Food Hygiene and Security. My last 2 years have been spent caring for a Parkinson's patient with dementia. provided professional 24 hour care man with Parkinson , disease, hypertension, anxiety, disorder...
Ram can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Ram was my 90 year old Mother's caregiver for 13 months and he did an excellent job. He was very kind and compassionate with her and understood her problems with progressive dementia. He took care of her medications, bathing and hygiene, cooking and...
Raija W.
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, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Marzena has been with our family for over a decade. She is trustworthy and excels at her profession. My kids like her too, which is important to me. Today my daughter talked her ear off as she was working, as my wife and kids were home for spring break.
My...
Mike M.
Marzena R.
Huntley, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nurse Assistant / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
5.0
(5)
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: Dementia, errands, home modification, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Marzena has been a wonderful caregiver for my father over the past four weeks. She is kind, considerate, knowledgeable, and has been a godsend for our family. She anticipates what my father needs before he needs it, and she has also helped identify and helped solve...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christina and I am 33 years old. I offer meal prep services and household management. I have over 17 years experience with children of all ages (Newborns - 14 years old). I offer loving care while making sure to meet educational goals for each child. In my free time I like to do volunteer work, going to the gym as...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christina was a nanny primarily to our daughter, and also our three boys for approximately 1.5 years until our daughter entered pre-K. She always proved to be involved and occupy our daughter and keep our 3 boys Accountable for chores and various tasks when they...
Katie E.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Meghan I have over 18 years of diverse caregiving experience which include; skilled nursing homes, rehabilitation/restorative units, hospice care and live in caregiving. I also have experience with clients with multiple sclerosis. I started my journey with private care in 2019 and haven't looked back. I...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Meghan is a wonderful caregiver and kind hearted person! She goes above and beyond to care for others. She is dependable, responsible and always has a smile on her face. She is very easy to get along with and takes her job seriously. She helped my husband who has...
Charron B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a stay at home Mom/
Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 +
years. My oldest child is 30, and my
youngest just turned 20. I am looking
for part time caregiver position. I have
worked with elderly care, handicapped,
disabled, learning disabled, ADHD,
special needs, of teenagers to senior
citizens. My son was a quadriplegic...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
5.0
"Robin is caring and compassionate. Robin puts forth incredible details into everything she does."
Robyn W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two sons who are now 19 and 23 years old. I have been a long term resident of Crystal Lake, IL. My husband and I raised our children in Crystal Lake. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and spent many years with a career in social services. I enjoy part time work at this stage in my life that has...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Alia J.
Lake in the Hills, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dr. appointments and grocery shopping, I don't mind driving. I enjoy cooking and cleaning, doing dishes and laundry. Social conversations, love doing jigsaw puzzles, watching t. V. with the elders and making sure their medication are given on time. Help them exercise, physical therapy and read to them. Listen to music, take...
Alia can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"We hired Alia to provide companionship to our 80yr aunt. Her strengths include: Patience. Responsibility. Compassion. Flexibility. She has been a perfect fit. "
Rick S.
Robin F.
Lake in the Hills, IL
$44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Wants To Help With E-learning/child Care
5.0
(1)
I've been a stay at home Mom/Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 + years. My oldest child is 30, and my youngest just graduated high school, and turned 18. I am looking for part time caregiver position. I have worked with elderly care, handicapped, disabled, learning disabled, ADHD, special needs, of teenagers to senior citizens....
5.0
"She is an amazing caregiver. Her patience and compassion is awesome. She goes above and beyond. I so appreciate her. "
Care member
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: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
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.
Moriah B.
Lake in the Hills, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I provide excellent care services by having clear, structured expectations and offering fun, engaging activities. I am experienced with a diverse variety of needs and ages.
Below is a summary of my experience/qualifications:
-Currently a teacher, pursuing Special Ed accreditation (1 yr)
-Teaching assistant/after school care...
Moriah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We wish Moriah still cared for my son but she just moved out of the area.
She met my son who is not that verbal and engaged him within a few minutes . She always looked past his disability and treated him like he was a typical child but with great skill able to...
Margarita M.
Renata S.
Algonquin, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny & Senior Companion With 15+ Years Of Compassionate Service
5.0
(1)
With over 15 years of experience as a nanny and an additional 5+ years of providing senior companionship, I bring a compassionate, dedicated approach to caregiving for individuals of all ages. I have had the privilege of supporting children through every stage of development, creating safe, engaging, and educational environments...
Renata can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Renata was a wonderful companion to my grandmother! She is very reliable, sweet, and hardworking. My grandmother had dementia, but she always loved seeing Renata and enjoyed her presence so much. Renata encouraged my grandmother to stay active as much as she could...
Jessica S.
I'm currently in school for Occupational Therapy and have worked with different populations during my clinical settings including memory care and older populations. I've worked with patients and performed safe transfers. I can help with a variety of needs including Transportation Services, Errands, and Light Housecleaning.
Julianna can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am 23 years old. I am currently a college graduate student, studying Physical Therapy. I have been babysitting for many years now, ranging from watching one to five children of many different ages. I have worked other jobs in the past as well, ranging from working in the food business to life...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Kaylee and I am interested in working for you. I can provide the most compassionate and caring love to your pets in your own home. I have experience for 3+ years now with cats and dogs of all breeds and ages! I have a orange tabby cat of my own for 11 years now, who means the world to me. I share a huge love...
Kaylee can also help with: Dog training, pet walking
Lindsay S.
Huntley, IL
$17-24/hr
Hi! I absolutely love taking care of pets of different kinds. I have taken care of dogs, cats and fish of all kinds, and enjoyed feeding, walking and playing with them! I have about a 3 year experience taking care of pets! I also have about a 1 year experience babysitting for infants-5-year-olds! I would be more than happy to...
Lindsay can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am a physically fit, active and seasoned caregiver, who brings over 35+ years of professionalism, knowledge and creative experience to the caregiving arena which benefits children of all ages.
Past nanny experience includes care for 4 children (incl. multiples) from birth to 4 years. Job specific responsibilities included...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Adriana J.
Lake in the Hills, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love all animals, and Im a previous owner of a pomeranian in the past. I offer dog sitting and dog walking services.
Adriana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Gilberts, IL
Ram B.
5.0
Ram was my 90 year old Mother's caregiver for 13 months and he did an excellent job. He was very kind and compassionate with her and understood her problems with progressive dementia. He took care of her medications, bathing and hygiene, cooking and companionship. He did some light housekeeping...
- Raija W.
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.
Marzena R.
5.0
Marzena was very reliable, caring and capable. She took great care of my uncle and was able to gain his trust quickly. She was always on time and very dependable.
- Care member
Christina B.
5.0
Christina was a nanny primarily to our daughter, and also our three boys for approximately 1.5 years until our daughter entered pre-K. She always proved to be involved and occupy our daughter and keep our 3 boys Accountable for chores and various tasks when they got home from school. She made sure...
- Katie E.
Meghan M.
5.0
Meghan is a wonderful caregiver and kind hearted person! She goes above and beyond to care for others. She is dependable, responsible and always has a smile on her face. She is very easy to get along with and takes her job seriously. She helped my husband who has MS with active range of motion,...
- Charron B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Gilberts, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Gilberts, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Gilberts, 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 Gilberts, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Gilberts, IL is $19.50 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 Gilberts, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Gilberts, 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 Gilberts, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Gilberts, 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 Gilberts, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Gilberts, 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.