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Meghan D.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Meghan and I currently work as a paraprofessional at a special education school as my full time career(CPI CERTIFIED). I work with children ages 3-5 and have experience with kids ages 2-13 years. I have experience dog/cat watching, dog/cat/house sitting, housekeeping, errand running, and childcare. I will be...
Briana M.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-49/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I also have a lot of training in hospice. Senior care is where I belong and also where I will remain.
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have 18 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. I am a very friendly nature person with a lot of patience. I live in chicago, zip 60659.
Anuta can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services & more
I am a current college student looking to help families get a fresh start with a sparkling clean home. I have experience in housekeeping and previously worked in the food service, so I have a lot of knowledge on maintaining a clean and healthy space.
I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Camila N.
Oak Lawn, IL
$21-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Camila and I am 19 years old. I was on my high school's honor and high honor roll every school year. I took many honors and AP classes during my high school career. The highest gpa I had was a 4. 5. During school I helped tutor for service hours. My greatest subject is definitely any English class because I have...
Ayanna W.
Oak Lawn, IL
$19-24/hr
With over five years of experience in residential and commercial cleaning, I take pride in delivering top-quality service with attention to detail and reliability. I specialize in deep cleaning, routine maintenance, and organizing spaces to create a fresh, healthy, and welcoming environment for my clients.
My expertise...
Ayanna can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens
Hello I'm a single mother to an autistic son and he made me fall even more in love with working with kids! I'm available weekends and Friday after 6 p.m. I have been working with children for over a decade now and I'm currently in school to become children and family psychologist! I worked within the school district as an...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have over 10 years of experience working with both large and small animals, from horses and cattle on the ranch to caring for dogs, cats, birds, and large and small wildlife rehabilitation services. I love animals, and enjoy helping them and people.
I am seeking part time work in the evenings and weekends, to help care for...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
While nannying for a family in Beverly, Chicago last year, I provided additional services while the children attended school which include the following: cleaning, laundry, and organization. I have been cleaning my own home my entire life, and I am comfortable tackling any mess!
Kaileigh can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
I have over 8 years of experience working in the field of in home and assisted living with seniors, specializing in individuals with special needs. I have a BSW degree, I work as a full time certified QIDP case manager during business hours. I am seeking part time work on the weekends and evenings to help those in the community...
Kathleen can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I provide home visits for your sweet pets while you are away. I also provide daily walks. I do not board or stay overnight. I am insured and can provide references. I tailor my services to your needs. I received excellent experience as a volunteer with PAWS in Tinley Park, a volunteer-run animal shelter taking in cats and dogs....
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa came with references. Immediately bonded with my cats, made my apprehension disappear. She texted & sent pictures to me the 5 days she was here. I'll be using her again!"
Christine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a care-giver for the past 15 years. During that time, I took care of 8 different seniors, ranging from age 84-99. I have administered medications, given baths, provided transportation to doctor appointments, et cetera. I have provided care-giving services to both men and women.
In addition, I can provide childcare...
Diane can also help with: Home modification, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane."
John X.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with seniors and disabled participants for 5 years. I began working as a home care giver. I have worked with people with dementia, alzheimer's, bed bond clients and all other medical conditions. I provided daily tasks such as light house cleaning, doing laundry, dressing and grooming the participant, preparing...
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Alexis has a great work ethic and is very responsible and trustworthy. She does a great job cleaning my 5 bedroom home and does the grocery shopping, drops off the dry-cleaning and helps with senior care. I would definitely recommend her to a friend!"
Dan K.
Jtaia M.
Brookfield, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a bachelor's in Human Development and Family Science & a master's in Social Work. I have experience in Foster Care Case Management, working with ages from infants to teenagers. I previously interned participating in clinical work such as therapy in a teenage group home setting and at a high school as a School Social...
Jtaia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taia is fantastic and a thoughtful communicator. I really appreciated the fact that she kept in touch with me frequently leading up to the date she came to watch our 8-year-old son. She brought a brand-new game for them to enjoy together which was such a treat!...
Carla H.
Jennifer M.
Summit Argo, IL
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I m easy going understanding and multitalented in many avenues of working. I hold a perc card have security licenses . First Aid and AED Certified caregiver license working with many seniors with many Long term health issues. Enjoyed house sitting with animals for years , for traveling families.
References upon request.
Have...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jennifer is the consummate professional. She is detail-oriented, dependable, thoughtful, and above all else caring. Jennifer goes above and beyond for her patients and treats them like her own family. I always knew my dad was well cared for and could trust her to...
Jeremy M.
Alexis S.
Berwyn, IL
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Tess B.
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: Errands, companionship, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"Pam is very experienced and personable. She is caring yet can deal with resistance when needed. I would highly recommend her or request her at any moment"
Care member
Talya T.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Honest ,Loving, Experience, Professionalism, Self-Motivated, Organized
4.9
(15)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving wife and mother for a one child, accomplished child care provider and established world traveler. I have worked on 3 different countries as a child care provider and has extensive experience with Autistic children. An established speaker of Turkish, English and Spanish(learning) languages. I have diploma on...
Talya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working with Talya for 5 months. We are unfortunately moving out of Chicago. My son was 3 months when Talya joined us. Talya is an incredibly patient individual with a passion for children. She always arrived early or on time, giving me...
Jenni S.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oak Lawn, IL
Lisa A.
5.0
Lisa is the go-to walker for our neighborhood! Her dedication and thoughtfulness are unmatched.
Reliable: Takes her role very seriously. She has never once left me short-handed. You can trust Lisa to be there at her scheduled time, without question through rain, shine, sleet, or...
- Samantha G.
Diane K.
5.0
A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane.
- John X.
Alexis T.
5.0
Alexis has a great work ethic and is very responsible and trustworthy. She does a great job cleaning my 5 bedroom home and does the grocery shopping, drops off the dry-cleaning and helps with senior care. I would definitely recommend her to a friend!
- Dan K.
Jtaia M.
5.0
Taia is fantastic and a thoughtful communicator. I really appreciated the fact that she kept in touch with me frequently leading up to the date she came to watch our 8-year-old son. She brought a brand-new game for them to enjoy together which was such a treat! Our son loved spending time with her...
- Carla H.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer is awesome! She is so kind and loving and took great care of my dog while we were on vacation. And my dog loved her.
- Deborah K.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oak Lawn, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oak Lawn, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oak Lawn, IL is $21.82 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 Oak Lawn, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oak Lawn, 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.