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60 therapy dogs are listed in River Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 2 years
Therapy dogs in River Forest, IL
Maria Luisa N.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
thank you so much for your interest of my service in Housekeeping . I am very thankful to care. com. because of this site I able to get a descent job. and I'm still working for this family for 5 years nor.
Maria Luisa can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Maria worked for me last year and was fantastic. She is wonderful with children and even cleaned my house for me. You can't go wrong by hiring her. The only reason she isn't still working for me is because she moved away but if she ever came back to my area I would...
Bob M.
Dorota G.
Justice, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello!
My name is Dorothy. I've been a cleaning lady for over 10 years. I do weekly, by-weekly and monthly services. I clean rooms, bathrooms, change sheets and much more. I also have references upon request. If you need an estimate please feel free to message anytime.
Thank You
Dorota can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Dorota is fantastic! Always on time, very friendly and does an outstanding job cleaning. I've had a few others clean in the past, but Dorota is by far the best!"
Kimberly M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me help make your family's life easier this as an educated, caring, loyal nanny with over 17 years of childcare experience.
Over the years I've had the privilege of caring for children ages 6 month to 17 years old, working with families in a variety of capacities. My long-term roles have been as a summer nanny for one family...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is an excellent caregiver she started with my daughter when she was 5 or 6 months old and now my baby is almost 9 months. She's attentive, kind, gentle and thoughtful. Sometimes my daughter can be a screechy baby or picky about her bottle but Alyssa does...
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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...
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
5.0
"Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."
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Michelle A.
Chicago, IL
$25-41/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
hi! michelle here, an experienced and reliable babysitter with a strong background in child development and behavioral management. I hold a bachelor's degree in psychology and recent graduate with a masters in clinical psychology.
with extensive experience as a behavioral therapist - my roles involved implementing...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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, carpooling, craft assistance
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.
Rosario V.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .
5.0
(1)
I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion care, feeding, bathing, get vital sign,...
Rosario can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would hire only her.
Highly recommend. "
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Carmen M.
Berwyn, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Bathroom cleaning
5.0
"Carmen has been cleaning our home for 4 years and does an amazing job. She is thorough, uses quality products and does special projects as need, i.e. windows and cleaning equipment. "
Rémy S.
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15 years experience, I am a trustworthy and loyal hardworking housekeeper who consistently meets goals while maintaining a welcoming environment. Excellent communication skills and cleaning practices combine to ensure meeting expectations, great housekeeping experience and come with strong recommendations. I have a good...
Veronica can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"We love Veronica. She has been working for us for two years and we are very pleased with her services. Not only is she hard working, she is also a great communicator, very trustworthy, and a pleasure to have in our home. While we use her primarily for cleaning,...
Sean C.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lenka. I am professional, honest and experienced European cleaning lady. I care for your home like it' s my own. Your satisfaction is my priority. When you decide to hire me, my house cleaning service is 100% guaranteed.
Lenka can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Lenka does a fantastic job with our apartment. She is very thorough and efficient, my home feels so clean and fresh afterwards. She is also very dependable, trustworthy, and just an all-around kind person."
Jenna M.
Hannah A.
Chicago, IL
$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am excited and have a passion for spending time with children & pets. I have experience watching and caring for multiple family's children in the past. The age range is anywhere from 3 months to 12 years. I'm available to babysit and provide pet and cleaning services after 4:30 p.m. during the...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Sylvia B.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver!
I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there :) I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology...
Sylvia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing...
Renee G.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & 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.
Sarah Alyssa C.
Chicago, IL
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there and thanks for viewing my profile! My name is Sarah, I'm 27 years old and started working as a CNA when I was 18. I love what I do because I have a passion in helping people and going the extra mile for them.
I can do up to 7 days of live in and come & go positions as I have experience in both. I have my own car and...
Sarah Alyssa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Athra A.
Chicago, IL
$18-49/hr
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind and honest!
I like caring for homes because I love to clean!
I'm looking for a job that will work best for me
I started housekeeping 4 years ago!
In my spare time, I like to cook and spend time with my family!
One thing you should know about me is I provide the best cleaning...
Athra can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, general room cleaning, organization
5.0
"I'm thrilled to share my positive experience with Athra who cleaned my house. Their attention to detail was exceptional, leaving every corner spotless. I truly appreciate their dedication and the comfortable, clean environment they've created. Highly recommended...
Care member
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
"Todd M. is an amazing educator. He managed to make learning both enjoyable and inviting. Stripping away the fear of failure and replacing it with confidence and drive. On many occasions I was able to confide in Todd and his guidance led me to earn my GED. I, as...
Ricardo C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Morgan and I am a 26-year-old graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Journalism with a minor in Psychology. Throughout college and after I have spent time working in the service industry, as a customer service representative, as an editor and, of course, as a...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Morgan to nanny our two children. While we ultimately went a different direction, she was very polite, well spoken and checked lots of boxes of what we were looking for in a nanny. She is definitely someone that is worth speaking to if looking for...
Joan C.
Shakira Q.
Chicago, IL
$28/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids since I graduated out of high school; even in high school for community service I would do daycares since I loved being around them and always thought that they were so joyful and loved to see them grow as a person. I started being a nanny when I turned 20 years old, so I have been a nanny for 7...
Shakira can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shakira is a wonderful woman with great morals, great attitude, & great with kids. She's watched my son since he was 6 months. I love how she disciplines using methods like time out. She's amazing with planning activities for him taking him to the park, library,...
Araceli G.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in River Forest, IL
Maria Luisa N.
5.0
Luisa currently works for me. I interviewed her four months ago for a housekeeper/ cleaning lady position. I was impressed by her confidence and forthrightness. She has proved to be a good worker who takes pride in her work and is open to feedback. She is very personable and is great with my...
- Ruchika C.
Dorota G.
5.0
She came to my home and explained what she would do for a deep clean and biweekly cleaning. She's friendly and accommodating.
- Karla G.
Alyssa H.
5.0
Alyssa is an excellent caregiver she started with my daughter when she was 5 or 6 months old and now my baby is almost 9 months. She's attentive, kind, gentle and thoughtful. Sometimes my daughter can be a screechy baby or picky about her bottle but Alyssa does great no matter what. It's been such...
- Care member
Branndi C.
5.0
Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.
- Care member
Julie R.
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 time. But more importantly, she also...
- Brenna B.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in River Forest, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in River Forest, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in River 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 River Forest, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in River Forest, IL is $17.33 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 River Forest, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in River 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 River Forest, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in River 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 River Forest, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in River 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.