Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Lake Forest, IL
Explore background-checked therapy dogs in Lake Forest, IL and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find therapy dogs in Lake Forest, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Lake Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Lake Forest, IL
Yaroslava H.
Lake Forest, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Patient, full of positive energy, educated, good listener, reliable.
I have experience working with people with dementia and basic physical therapy skills.
Love to cook and keep everything neat.
Always on time and organized.
Have 19 years of experience working at Lake Forest. All my references are from LF area and can be...
Yaroslava can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation, respite care & more
Amy L.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.
5.0
"Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."
Laila H.
Hello, I have extensive experience taking care of children with special needs, disabled adults and the elderly. Are you looking for quality care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled caregiver with 15+ years experience. I have excellent references and have experience to help in the hospital. I...
Laimute B.
Lake Forest, IL
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
Laimute can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her."
Irene K.
Hello! My name is Jennifer , and I am excited to offer my babysitting services to your family.
With 5 years of experience working with children of all ages, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for your little ones.
Currently, I am a teacher at my church, where I have the privilege of guiding and...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I bring about 3 + years cleaning experience, I am humble, helpful, respectful, stand up for injustices, I like caring for homes because its gratifying and I enjoy cleaning. My employer is one that will treat me fairly, with respect, and will compensate my services fairly. In my spare time, I like to take short walks, attend...
Yvette can also help with: Attic cleaning
Celia E.
Waukegan, IL
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Celia. I have 5 years of experience providing compassionate care to individuals with chronic illnesses and end of life situations. I can assist in daily living activities, mobility support, and light housekeeping. I was also licensed massage therapist for 20 years and therefore have quite a bit of knowledge in...
Celia can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Mya, a dedicated and trustworthy childcare provider with 8 years of experience. I am a group fitness instructor at studio spin in highland park and glenbrook, I recently started my own kids spa party business, and am looking for more babysitting jobs. I additionally am able to provide services for other needs such as...
Mya can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mya is a nice young women. She is very funny."
Madison M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello
My name is Itzel and I have been working in the housekeeping industry for over 12+ years. I understand how Important it is when it comes to doing an amazing job with what is asked of me weather it's deep cleaning , office related or a busy home. I am very well oriented, organized , and professional. I also do provide my...
Itzel can also help with: Window washing, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Excellent housekeeper, thorough with attention to detail, would recommend."
Bruce G.
Nancy L.
Waukegan, IL
$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi I have over 30 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, at this present I work as a personal caregiver. I provide essential services such as groceries, prescription pick up, meal preparation, rides to and from Dr. appointments and light housekeeping. I'm very friendly with great people skills.
Nancy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Thank you so much for taking care of my loved one. I love like family and you just have the kindness heart and you actually care. I appreciate you."
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4.4
(14)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
My name is Elena , I have 25 years as a cleaner and 15 years as a member of Care. com. I offer my services as a house cleaner, offices, clinics, condominiums. The years of working as a cleaner have allowed me to have knowledge and skill in the use of the necessary supplies for good use on wood floors, vinyl, ceramic, counters,...
Elena can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"We hired Elena earlier this summer and she has been a joy to work with from the start! She always arrives in time, has a warm smile, cleans our house from top to bottom and even does our laundry! We love working with her!"
Care member
Emanuele O.
Highland Park, IL
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated Housekeeper: Expert In Creating Clean And Comfortable Spaces
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With over three years of experience as a housekeeper, I specialize in maintaining clean, organized, and inviting spaces. My expertise includes thorough cleaning, efficient time management, and meticulous attention to detail. I am committed to delivering exceptional service and take great pride in ensuring that every room meets...
Emanuele can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, window washing & more
5.0
"We have had Emanuele help us for a couple of days now. She is very polite and thorough with her job. We are happy with her and we plan on extending her help."
Samy P.
5.0
(2)
I have been working in housekeeping for the past five years. I'm an English and Spanish speaker. I clean houses, kitchen, bathroom, do laundry, bedrooms, etc. I'm responsible, trustworthy, clean, well organized. Cleanliness is my priority! My family and I have been in this business for many years. I have insurance in case any...
Yajaira can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Yajaira and her team were very professional and timely. She did a thorough job cleaning and even completed some additional jobs I asked her to do. I would highly recommend Yajaira!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
5.0
"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "
Darleena W.
5.0
(1)
I am willing to provide pet-sitting and/or dog-walking services. I have been around dogs since I was very young, and currently have a young Shepherd mix back at home. I have experience sitting for dogs (puppies-elderly), as well as cats. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered at the Naperville Area...
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Amy is a trustworthy, conscientious and caring individual. She took care of our house and our aging dog while we were out of town. Amy exhibits great patience with our dog and works to understand her unique needs. Would hire Amy again in a heartbeat. "
Rob S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- [x] Morning, my name is Precent, I am a male caregiver/ companion and special needs care provider with a vast amount of experience, over 8 years of paid work experience. I do homemaking, non medical Homecare, companionship, personal assistant duties and help with personal hygiene. My first goal is my clients safety and comfort...
5.0
"Precent was one of two caregivers we had for my 94 year old father. I highly recommend him for he was very trustworthy, concerned, and respectful. My dads needs significantly increased from the time we hired Precent and he just did what he needed to do. Extremely...
Ellen P.
5.0
(5)
I have 6 years experience working at assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and private care duties where I cared for older adults and hospice patients who suffer from dementia, paralysis, qudraplegic cancer e. t. c and needs help with daily activities like feeding, grooming, bathing, brushing and mobility. I have also...
Ifeoma can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was so great and will recommend her over and over again. Thank you Ifeoma "
Care member
5.0
(4)
I have over 35 years experience in the health care field as Certified Nursing Assistant. Now I'm essential care giver, I provide services such as patient care, helping with groceries, prescription pick up as well driving client to and from appointments, light housekeeping also am willing to help out with pet care. I'm kind...
5.0
"Very hard worker and dependable "
Care member
Helena A.
Deerfield, IL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Empathic And Compassionate Care From Experienced Companion
5.0
(1)
I believe that being a personal companion and caregiver requires empathy, compassion, and actively listening to each client. Every person has a story to tell, and every person's story matters. Each client should be empowered, feel cared for and be in control of their life choices to every extent possible.
I personalize in...
Helena can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, transportation, errands & more
5.0
"Helena is such a kind, caring, conscientious caregiver whose presence is an asset to any household. I would not hesitate to hire her for your loved ones. She's conscientious, delightful, and able to connect at with almost anyone."
Andrea M.
Edgar L.
Northbrook, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
With A Strong Record Of Health Care Service And Client Satisfaction.
5.0
(4)
Hi my name is ED, I'm a dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of health care service and client satisfaction for 23 years. I consider myself compassionate, hardworking, trustworthy and dependable. I can easily adapt and handling a variety of client issues and problems with kindness and professionalism.
I'm looking for a job...
Edgar can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Edgar is an excellent caregiver. He is very compassionate , respectful , punctual and honest. He took care of my mother for 2 years. Edgar, being there with my mom gave a peace of mind. it was so comforting know that there are people like Edgar who care so...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lake Forest, IL
Amy L.
5.0
Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her.
- Laila H.
Laimute B.
5.0
Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her.
- Irene K.
Mya M.
5.0
Mya is a nice young women. She is very funny.
- Madison M.
Itzel A.
5.0
I hired Itzel for a deep clean for moving into my apartment and she did a phenomenl job at leaving everything spotless. As an expecting mother, she helped me tremendously by deep cleaning spots I could not reach and preparing my home for a move in.
10/10 would recommend for any cleaning service.
- Care member
Nancy L.
5.0
Thank you so much for taking care of my loved one. I love like family and you just have the kindness heart and you actually care. I appreciate you.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lake Forest, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lake Forest, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lake Forest, IL is $14.67 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 Lake Forest, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lake Forest, 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.