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60 therapy dogs are listed in Lyons, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years
Therapy dogs in Lyons, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I'm an experienced Caregiver/personal assistant. I enjoy working with seniors and I'm compassionate about what I do. I understand that everyday life can get pretty hectic and I'm available to provide assistance whenever and wherever I can. My services include but are not limited to; light...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Divine and I live in the Chicago land area. consider myself a very reliable, organized, energetic, and experienced candidate.
I am bilingual with years of experience with all different aged children. I took some off to pursue a career working for the state as a public service representative, but I find my way...
Divine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Divine has worked for our family caring for our (almost) 2 year older daughter. She has worked for us full-time (40+ hours/week) over the past year and has been wonderful to work with. We decided to send our daughter to daycare for socialization which is why we...
Julia L.
Carmen M.
Berwyn, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
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: Kitchen cleaning, move-out cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"Carmen does a great job cleaning my place. She’s very reliable and she always looks out for my things and tells me when things are not right."
Care member
Pam M.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Housekeeper/ Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Available FT/PT/PRN
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE **
Hi! My name is Pam!
I am a very reliable, compassionate, responsible and trustworthy caregiver. My experience has included working for various families as well as a certified nursing assistant.
My goal is to keep people in their homes and provide a substantial quality of life! Above and beyond...
Pam can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients."
Care member
5.0
(31)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6 months until 21 months, when she’ll be starting school.
Branndi has a beautiful and unique gift in how she cares for...
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Karina S.
Berwyn, IL
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karina and I recently graduated from SXU. I am starting my masters this fall in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with kids with autism for about 1 year now. I was a babysitter for a few months from my nephew, and I love working with kids. I am a fun and responsible person, and you kids safety will be my...
Karina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karina is amazing! She is so patient and fun with children. We hired her for looking after our 1 year old, and I was very comfortable with just letting her handle everything for my daughter, from feeding her to putting her for a nap to playing and looking after...
Hina K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an absolute lover of pets. I have grown up with pets caring for them overall, so I know the works to keeping your pet healthy, clean, and happy.
Over the years I have owned four cats and two different dogs, all different breeds. I have also house sat numerous times for families, along with taken their pet in for sometimes...
Syuzanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a resident of the River Forest/Oak Park area for a long time and I'd love to offer my babysitting services to the community. I am the eldest child in my family and I've always babysat my two younger brothers who are currently in their teens. In addition to babysitting gigs, I also taught Sunday school for my church in...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Natalie watched our puppy healing with a broken leg FT for 2 full weeks. She was on time or early every day, took amazing care of our pup and was incredibly pleasant to work with. She also came through at the last minute to watch our dog and our 4 year old daughter...
Megan H.
Iwona P.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience of come and go cleaning services on weekly or bi-weekly schedule. Love and enjoy cleaning/organizing homes and offices. Perform a variety of cleaning activities. Very detail oriented and pet friendly Adjust to the needs of my clients and their homes.
Iwona can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning
5.0
"After being recommended by a friend, Iwona has been taking care of our home once a week for 10 years. Iwona is always on time and typically completes our cleaning in the same amount of time each visit. Iwona's attention to detail is clearly noticeable, and on...
Christine S.
Joanna S.
Chicago, IL
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 14 years of House management
, family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef.
I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...
Joanna can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Joanna is absolutely fantastic! She's very detailed and thorough, she takes great pride in the service she provides. Joanna is the best house keeper I've ever had and I'm lucky to have found her."
Elise M.
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: Live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(3)
Hi!
I am experienced in the medical field, babysitting, pet sitting, and the restaurant industry. Growing up, I have always had a love for both kids and pets!
I have volunteered with families and their babies ages 0-2 in the Occupational/Physical/Speech therapy setting prior to graduating from UIC with a Bachelor's of Science...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tina has helped out with my 5 month old since he was born. She is so kind and patient with him, even during the early colicky baby days. I would recommend Tina to anyone, even those with so-called "difficult babies"."
Emily B.
Julie R.
Chicago, IL
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Specialist Available Full Time With 25 Years Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 4 children who have left the nest. I'm a certified teacher and have years of volunteer and community service management. I love caring for families, multitasking and making the most of every day with humor and empathy.
Julie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Julie is fantastic! She has worked with us for two years, caring for our four kids (ranging preschool to teen-aged). She is impressive in her ability to wrangle all four kids with apparent ease, always getting them ready and to school and various activities on...
Brenna B.
Syuzanna Z.
Melrose Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Syuzanna and I take my job very seriously. I am very flexible and able to perform various tasks on top of sitting. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and nannying children of all ages. I love spending one on one time with them and feel passionately about their growth in school but also in life. I have experience...
Syuzanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Syuzanna is an outstanding nanny in every way. She nannied for my 2 kids (ages 5 & 8) full-time in the summer of 2018. She is always on time and was very good with my 2 kids. She took them to many different, fun places this summer and was good at enforcing our...
Jim V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a project manager by day who is a nanny on the side and wanting to contribute my skills to helping a family. I have nannied for a few different families over the years. For one family, I helped with their 8-month-old daughter until she was 3 and recently babysat her (she's now 7 years old) so I am comfortable with...
Eve can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Last summer, Eve worked as a part time nanny for my then 8 month old baby daughter. Eve was an outstanding nanny. She was punctual, organized, energetic, responsible, and friendly. When I came home, my daughter was always happy, fed, rested, and clean. Eve played...
Jane L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
5.0
"Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home...
Jennifer W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marta. I'm from Poland and have lived in the United States for 18 years. I'm a nanny for 9 years. I'm a patient, trusting and caring person. I am a very careful and responsible with children I take care off. I have a great passion for children and watching them learn and grow. I do everything to help raise them and to...
Marta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Marta has been caring for my two children, ages 3 and 5, for almost a year. She is a true blessing to all of us. Both of my children have special needs in regards to severe food allergies and I feel completely at ease when Marta is caring for them. She also helps...
Celeste S.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(8)
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Cora is a wonderful, kind and very understanding. I can’t thank her enough for her time, flexibility and compassion. It was a pleasure dealing with her. Thank you Cora very much for your understanding. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a licensed teacher looking to nanny for a family this summer! I have my own form of transportation, am comfortable with pets, am CPR and First Aid certified. I teach elementary grades so I would also be available for tutoring services or homework help to prepare your students for the upcoming...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia has been an extraordinary caregiver for our daughter from the age of six months to five years. Her reliability, professionalism, and adaptability have been outstanding. She has played a crucial role in our daughter's developmental milestones, offering both...
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Lyons, IL
Divine E.
5.0
Divine has worked for our family caring for our (almost) 2 year older daughter. She has worked for us full-time (40+ hours/week) over the past year and has been wonderful to work with. We decided to send our daughter to daycare for socialization which is why we aren't continuing with Divine at this...
- Julia L.
Carmen M.
5.0
I've had the pleasure of working with carmen with, and I couldn't be happier with her services. She is very professional, reliable, and always exceed my expectations. Carmen left my hiuse spotless every time. It's clear she takes pride in their work and genuinely cares about customer...
- Care member
Pam M.
5.0
Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients.
- Care member
Branndi C.
5.0
Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6 months until 21 months, when she’ll be starting school.
Branndi has a beautiful and unique gift in how she cares for children. She has an innate sense...
- Care member
Karina S.
5.0
My 3 kids always look forward to spending time with Karina! She is always punctual and reliable. She engages my kids in fun and educational activities: She plays with them, reads to them, takes them to the park, etc. She is amazingly patient and just a delight to have in our home! I'm so grateful we...
- Tess B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Lyons, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Lyons, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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 Lyons, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Lyons, IL is $23.00 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 Lyons, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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 Lyons, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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 Lyons, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Lyons, 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.
Ratings for Lyons, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Lyons, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.