Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Island Lake, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Island Lake, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Island Lake, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
Therapy dogs in Island Lake, IL
Dianne T.
Island Lake, IL
$20-25/hr
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and patient.
I'm looking for a job that makes a difference in people's lives, as well as my own.
I have recently exited the corporate world after 35 years and I am interested in a personal assistant role. Over the past 20 years, I've cared for family members. Specifically, my...
Dianne can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship
Elizabeth C.
Island Lake, IL
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny/House Manager Available
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a caregiver in some fashion most of my life. I began watching children towards the end of grade school and continued babysitting until I graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation I earned a diploma as a medical assistant and went to work for a pediatrician. I supported myself in college working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an...
Deborah Q.
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: Basement cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, 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.
Lyubov S.
Barrington, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been doing house cleaning for 20 years now. Some of my recent clients have used my cleaning services for over 10 years. I have references. Due to move from California to Illinois, I am now looking for someone I can offer my housekeeping services to. I do great work, listen to what you expect of me, and very detailed. It...
Lyubov can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Lyubov is absolutely amazing. I have never seen my house as clean as since she started. I was nervous about hiring someone to come to clean when I am not home, but Lyubov completely erased all those concerns. She is very trustworthy and very respectful of my home....
Lisa J.
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:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Dawn is a caring compassionate caregiver, she went above and beyond caring for my mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Dawn has taken care of my mother for several years until my retirement. She currently cares for her when we are in need of help on a as needed...
Karen C.
3.5
(2)
I have been cleaning homes as a side job for the past 3 yrs. I love the feeling of a fresh, clean, orderly home and enjoy a job well done. I am a single mother as well as a gramma so keeping things organized and clean is what I am about.
Dawn can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Dawn has worked many years with a family of child with special needs , she is great ! She has experience in many areas wondered with children."
Lisa S.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
Thank you for viewing my profile, I am a 14 year Certified Aid and Private Caregiver I also have 8 years experience working as a Therapy aid. I carry my CPR & First Aid license. I am experienced with many geriatric settings such as, Parkinson, Respite Alzheimer & Dementia ALS. As a caregiver I will work with families to...
Mayolita can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on a personal level meeting with my mother and being able to make a connection that such a short notice that...
John R.
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: Home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, 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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Carli and I am 32 years old. I have a 10-year-old son and our family lives in Cary.
I am currently in school for massage therapy which I attend on Mondays and Wednesdays.
I was a former full time nanny from 2015 to 2021. Before that I have 8 years of babysitting experience. My availability would be Tuesday,...
Carli can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carli is fantastic! She was with our family for a year and was always on time and very responsible. Carli took care of our two year old and he adores her. I highly recommend Carli and we never had to worry about our son being in her care. Carli has a great...
John K.
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: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I will start by saying we were a family that was new to hiring caregivers. We had no idea what to ask/expect and after the first few we hired we definitely learned very quickly what we did and did not want/need for our family members. Then Aldona came along. What...
Care member
Mari L.
Cary, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Leave Your Checklist To Me And Have More Time To Enjoy Your Life!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dependable, reliable, positive, and energetic are words to best describe me. I am able to work on a part time or full time basis.
I am also detail oriented, efficient, a multi-tasker, and possess excellent communication skills.
I have three grown children and a grandchild.
My husband and I owned our own restaurant business for...
Mari can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Mari showed up on time and proved to be very dependable. We needed dusting and mopping for most of the house. She asked very specific questions to ensure the job was done properly and timely. Mari was very pleasant to engage with and did a great job getting my...
Bianca B.
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: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & 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.
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Laisa V.
McHenry, IL
$15-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced, Caring Nanny And Mom Of A (almost) 4-Year-Old
Hi, I'm Laisa, a dedicated pet lover with a passion for providing top-notch care for animals of all kinds. Whether it's daily walks, feeding, or playtime, I treat every pet as if they were own.
I grew up around all sorts of animals like dogs, cats, horses, chickens, and other animals. I understand the importance of maintaining...
Laisa can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello,
My goal is to clean homes using non-toxic products. All cleaners used are plant based/green products. I will bring 100% of everything I need.
I am a wife, mother of 4 children, (2 biological and 2 step-children) fur-mom to 3 dogs.
So I understand all too well how messy and crazy a home can get.
I am a small local...
Antonina B.
McHenry, IL
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Accomplished Caregiver And Companion; Available Full Time, Wednesday - Sunday
I am an accomplished and compassionate caregiver with a strong history in healthcare delivery. I provided over 14 years of in-home service to a client with advanced stages of Multiple Sclerosis. I managed all aspects of her health and maintained a safe and secure environment. I'm experienced in working with paralyzed, cancer and...
Antonina can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
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: Changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Island Lake, IL
Elizabeth C.
5.0
Liz is outstanding in every aspect. She is currently working for me part-time three afternoons per week. She is caring, proactive, resourceful and simply fantastic. She is always on top of things and makes sure our house is running smoothly. She is also an excellent cook and enjoys doing...
- Deborah Q.
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.
Lyubov S.
5.0
Unfortunately Lyubov was completely booked and not able to take me on as a client. That being said, she responded to my contact immediately even though she had nothing to gain. This speaks to her professionalism and I would suspect she carries this into her work. I'm sure it is the reason for...
- James G.
Dawn B.
5.0
Dawn is a caring compassionate caregiver, she went above and beyond caring for my mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Dawn has taken care of my mother for several years until my retirement. She currently cares for her when we are in need of help on a as needed basis if she is available. As my...
- Karen C.
Dawn C.
5.0
Dawn has worked many years with a family of child with special needs , she is great ! She has experience in many areas wondered with children.
- Lisa S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Island Lake, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Island Lake, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Island 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 Island Lake, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Island Lake, IL is $17.50 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 Island Lake, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Island 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 Island Lake, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Island 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 Island Lake, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Island 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.