Find Trusted Therapy Dogs Near Me in Oak Park, IL
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Find therapy dogs in Oak Park, IL that you’ll love
60 therapy dogs are listed in Oak Park, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 4 years
Therapy dogs in Oak Park, IL
I'd describe my personality as spirited, flexible, supportive! In my spare time, I like baking, gardening and weight training!
I like working with kids because I love learning along side them. There's an opportunity for us to grow in all their big and little moments.
I started working with kids when I was recommended to a...
Tamia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jennifer R.
Oak Park, IL
$19-24/hr
Gifted at using cleaning equipment and supplies to sanitize and remove dirt and grime. I have a passion for cleaning. You won't regret my service.
Jennifer can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Emily C.
Oak Park, IL
$20-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a second-year Occupational Therapy Doctoral student with a background in child development and years of hands-on childcare experience. I minored in Child Development during my undergraduate studies, deepening my understanding of childhood growth, learning, and sensory-motor development.
With years of experience as a nanny...
Katherine W.
Oak Park, IL
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Katie, I am currently a college student at Indiana University studying exercise science to pursue a career in pediatric occupational therapy. Over the past 5 years I have gained experience babysitting while also being a coach for youth field hockey camps. In high school I was actively involved in sports and...
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Nia B.
Oak Park, IL
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Loving, active and responsible childcare professional. I have over 6 years experience working with children from 0-12, including children with special needs. I truly love caring children and helping their families. My childcare services are centered around exploration and education. I look forward to speaking with your family...
Nia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Amani! I am looking for cleaning services located in the Chicago area. I have my own transportation and I am willing to relocate within reason. I am also flexible with hours and pay, Contact me at any time thank you very much and have a wonderful day!!!
Abel L.
Oak Park, IL
$15-25/hr
I'd describe my personality as genuine, cool, and I have high integrity.
I like caring for seniors because I previously worked as a social worker and I enjoyed the company of some cool seniors during my career in the helping profession.
I'm looking for a job that will allow me to utilize my skills in social services and to be...
Abel can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning
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.
Satomi B.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there!
Thanks for taking the time to read my profile!
I'm assuming you're here because there's a service you need help with and you're considering partnering with me to get that task completed. Well, I don't mean to boast but you've definitely come to the right place ;-)
I'd love to assist with making your house a home or...
Satomi can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, window washing, general room cleaning & more
Kateryna S.
Oak Park, IL
$27-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Experienced, Personable, Dependable, Hardworking Person.
Here is nine reasons you should use a cleaning/ housekeeping help :
You have better things to do with your time
Your mother-in-law has higher expectations than you have time for
You want to spend more time with your kids
You want to go outside and enjoy this nice weather
You are tired of cleaning your loved one's place and...
Vanessa R.
Oak Park, IL
$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as respectful, honest and friendly
I like caring for homes because I am a person dedicated to my family and I like to help other families who need my services.
I'm looking for a job that close to my home, with a good work environment and honest pay.
In my spare time, I like to play the piano,...
Vanessa can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I am currently a nursing student attending Saint Mary's College. I am planning to graduate with a bachelors in nursing. I am a sophomore and am CPR certified. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job for the summer.
I was a caregiver for the Bandar family, entrusted with the care of their three children, twin boys, aged two,...
Violet can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Satomi B.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there!
Thanks for taking the time to consider me for your senior care needs!
I've worked as a CNA, a home health aide, and a childcare provider. I cared for my grandmother for several years prior to her passing. Caring for others is not for everyone, but for me, it's extremely fulfilling and just comes naturally.
I...
Satomi can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an IL-certified Secondary English Teacher with 2 MA degrees in Education & local, national, and international awards for outstanding teaching. My students have earned admission to competitive private & public schools, earned academic scholarships, and achieved victory over disabilities. I have 30+ years experience in...
5.0
"I met Mr. Todd M. over a year ago, when he was teaching the GED class I took. It was my second time taking the class, and I was only looking forward to taking the class to hopefully pass this time. Todd helped me with that and so much more. From the first day of...
Camila L.
Hi there!
My name is Satomi, but I go by Tiarra. Although my only paid experience with errand work happens to be when I was working full-time for a local university, I do have many years of unpaid experience.
I have over 10 years of experience doing errands and odd jobs for families and small business owners. I have open...
Sofia B.
Oak Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there. I offer childcare services and pet sitting/care depending on my availability. I am open this summer until August to care requests!
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sofia is wonderful with my kids and always engages with them. We have been so happy with her and her excellent work . She is always on time and willing to help out in any way she can with homework too. She is also excellent with our pets and takes care of them...
Charlotte C.
Manqi C.
Oak Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I took care of children as nanny or babysitter for about 10 years. I have also been volunteering to take care of children during church services at least once a month for more than 10 years. The children's age were from 3 months to 7 years old. I am a loving, patient and responsible person. l love children and enjoy playing with...
Manqi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Sarah B.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With a passion for animals and over 10 years of experience in pet care, I offer comprehensive services to keep your pets happy and healthy. From daily walks and feeding to special needs and medical care, I provide attentive, reliable, and loving care for all types of pets. Your furry, feathered, or scaly friends are in good...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sarah very patiently dealt with my dog who was terrified of her even though she had walked with her and she had been in the apartment. My
dog bit her when she tried to harness her for a walk : ( But things improved from there and the visit went well! Thank you...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Missi. I am 23 years old and aside from serving, I love doing jobs involving pet care. I am passionate about caring for animals, & have had such a huge love for them since I was a child. I have experience training and walking dogs through a local animal shelter that I have volunteered with for 2 years now. I grew...
Missi can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, dog training, pet walking & more
5.0
"Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful person, and gives the best love and care to my baby. She also stayed with Mollie and walked her and made...
Isa S.
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: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, 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.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oak Park, IL
Todd M.
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 to focus on homework. He also...
- Jennifer W.
Todd M.
5.0
Todd is a challenging and rewarding mentor. Holding me to high standards while offering me a constant avenue of support and resources, I saw my grades drastically improve as a result of our ongoing relationship. For example, because Todd taught me the value of planning my time while training me in a...
- Benjamin U.
Sofia B.
5.0
Sofia was great with our cats. We will hire her again.
- Lara T.
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah very patiently dealt with my dog who was terrified of her even though she had walked with her and she had been in the apartment. My
dog bit her when she tried to harness her for a walk : ( But things improved from there and the visit went well! Thank you Sarah!
- Care member
Missi K.
5.0
Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful person, and gives the best love and care to my baby. She also stayed with Mollie and walked her and made sure she was fed and loved while I was...
- Isa S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oak Park, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oak Park, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oak Park, 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 Park, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oak Park, IL is $21.00 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 Oak Park, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oak Park, 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 Park, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oak Park, 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 Park, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Oak Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.