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With 10 years of experience as a care provider and former CNA, I am dedicated to supporting seniors with compassion and professionalism. Offering transportation, shopping, personal care, housekeeping and any other services needed. I can ensure clients maintain independence in a safe and comfortable environment. I am detail...
Yalonda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, respite care, transportation & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a dedicated and detail oriented housekeeper who takes pride in providing thorough, top quality cleaning services. With over 10 years of experience, I have a strong commitment to meeting clients specific needs. I ensure that every task is completed exactly as requested. Cleaning is more than just a job, it's a meditative...
Yalonda can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, move-out cleaning & more
I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing, meal preparation, light housekeeping. Experienced with individuals living with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dear Family,
My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide childcare services to your family. I am a proud mother of an amazing 10-year-old boy. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and have spent the last 2. 5 years providing intensive behavior therapy to children with special...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary aged boys after school. She was hands on and would bring crafts and games to play and interact with them. She...
Trisha R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear Family,
My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide child care services for your family. I am focused, caring, patient and creative. It is my goal is to be a life-long learner and use my talents to provide tender-loving care to children and families, and help children learn and excel in...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I love all pets. Our pets make a happy, fulfilled home. I have over 30 years experience of pet walking, boarding, training and in home care sitter etc. I owned my own pet walking/training/in home sitting company of over 15 years paid services. I have pet training experience. I care for senior pets with special needs as...
Cheryl can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Extensive experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Physical therapy, Gtube, Wound care and Hospice.
CNA Certified since 2003.
Class A CDL, Professional Driver since 2008.
Meghan can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Meghan is a very caring and reliable caregiver. She's very patient and organized and looks for ways to help better the quality of life. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello, I have 25 plus years of experience with fantastic loving special needs of all ages and care needs. I have qualifications with speech, cognitive, occupational, and physical therapy, etc. I have medical, first aid training, and CPR certified. I have had children/ teens /adults with all autistic spectrums. Aspergers,...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently clean for four different families. One family is once per month. I also nanny a few days a week. I take my son with me. I have been with the family I nanny for since I have been pregnant with my son. Everyone is like family to us. I love my schedule! I love helping other people. I feel like when they have a...
Breann can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"I hired Bree for cleaning. She did a great job cleaning our house. She was punctual every time and clearly communicated her schedule with us."
Donniece H.
Meghan H.
Morton, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
No job too small. I prefer one time or short jobs depending on what it is. pay is negotiable. Let me help you with whatever service you're looking for.
Child Development, Child Care Services (Certificate): Experienced professional dedicated to helping patients meet potential to function in society. Possesses excellent social and interpersonal communication skills to encourage patient comfort and relaxation. Skilled at coaching special needs individuals to achieve greater...
Dorothy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Jesse K.
Washington, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I work as an occupational therapy assistant at a skilled nursing facility, and I love entertaining kids in my free time.
Jesse can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Elizabeth B.
Peoria, IL
$15/hr
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked with the penguin project for 5 years, volunteering with children with special needs. I immediately loved it and have been perusing a career in Occupational Therapy ever since.
5.0
"Beth has the kindest heart. She deeply cares about her clients, whether they are 4-legged or 2! She will go above and beyond to provide the best care and is dedicated to any job she takes on"
Julianne S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience caring for senior citizens, both in their homes and the community. I am experienced as a Home Health Aide, Hospice, Companion care and as a Personal Care Aide. I furthered my education by graduating in 2014 as a Medical Assistant, I have worked in the medical field since 1990.
I love what I...
Tammie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Jesse K.
Washington, IL
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have five years of experience working as an occupational therapy assistant in a skilled nursing facility. I would love to come alongside you and your loved one to assist in achieving a prolonged and meaningful life at home.
Jesse can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"Jesse was absolutely wonderful! From the very first time I contacted her she was prompt about getting back to me. She helped my mom with bathing, did her laundry, and cleaned her apartment. I was very nervous about hiring someone I didn't know to come in and work...
Ronda P.
Vivian P.
Canton, IL
$16-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Vivian, and I am a huge animal lover. I have experience owning a wide range of animals, furry and scaled. I also have years of experience pet sitting many types of animals big and small. My services include dog walking, pet sitting, bathing, going to vet/grooming appointments, or just providing lots of love. There...
Vivian can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Jesse K.
Washington, IL
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a very reliable, creative, and patient person who has approximately 5 years of experience working as an occupational therapy assistant. I would love to learn more about how I can come alongside you and your family to provide care.
Jesse K.
Washington, IL
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am highly organized, professional and capable of completing my work in a timely manner. I am committed to providing excellent housekeeping service each time I enter a home. It brings me great pleasure to provide homeowners with a fresh, clean home.
Jesse can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a Bradley University graduate who is pursuing a masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have always had a passion for working with children of all ages, and can't wait to provide services to children for years to come. I have an open schedule beginning in the fall when my graduate program...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Amy H.
Peoria, IL
$18-34/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With 5+ Years Of Experience Caring For Elderly With Parkinson's, Dementia
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an empathetic, compassionate self-starter. I have 5+ years of experience taking care of people who are in need, with various forms of mental and/or physical limitations (including Parkinson's, Dementia, MS, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and others). I can help with Transportation Services (running errands, appointments, shopping,...
Amy can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Pekin, IL
Stephanie O.
5.0
Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary aged boys after school. She was hands on and would bring crafts and games to play and interact with them. She even made us routine charts for the...
- Trisha R.
Meghan H.
5.0
Meghan is an absolute angel sent to my family during a difficult time. We would hire her again in a heartbeat if the need arose. I felt completely at ease from a distance knowing my family was in her excellent care. I can't thank you enough Meghan <3
- Care member
Breann M.
5.0
I hired Bree for cleaning. She did a great job cleaning our house. She was punctual every time and clearly communicated her schedule with us.
- Donniece H.
Elizabeth B.
5.0
Beth has the kindest heart. She deeply cares about her clients, whether they are 4-legged or 2! She will go above and beyond to provide the best care and is dedicated to any job she takes on
- Julianne S.
Jesse K.
5.0
Jesse was absolutely wonderful! From the very first time I contacted her she was prompt about getting back to me. She helped my mom with bathing, did her laundry, and cleaned her apartment. I was very nervous about hiring someone I didn't know to come in and work with my mom. Jesse took the time to...
- Ronda P.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Pekin, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Pekin, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Pekin, 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 Pekin, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Pekin, IL is $18.33 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 Pekin, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Pekin, 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 Pekin, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Pekin, 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 Pekin, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Pekin, 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.