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Hello, I am a mother of four school aged children and student myself. I am available to provide flexible care for your child, as I am also eager and excited to apply my attributes and experience. My years of working, volunteering and raising children have given me joy and wonderful experiences. I will be able to assure a secure...
Briana G.
River Grove, IL
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, trustworthy, and charismatic! I have always been the default caretaker in my family and I find so much joy in doing so.
I like working with kids because I love to teach them new things and help them develop new skills. Being able to work with kids allows me to broaden my perspective on...
Briana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Stephanie and I am 22 years old! I am a recent graduate from University of Wisconsin La-Crosse with a degree in Psychology. I would be thrilled to offer my nanny services to your family as I have over 2 years of childcare experience! This includes working as a camp counselor, infant care in a daycare, and with...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan; I'm from Upstate NY but moved to Chicago after graduating college w/ my B. A. in psychology. I plan to continue school, w/ either a direction in nursing or clinical psychology!
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I currently work full-time as a Case Management Program Coordinator for a non-profit CBHC in Chicago!
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Before finishing my...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Diana D.
River Grove, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Domestic Cleaner Who Is Committed And Dedicated To Your Household Keeping It Clean And Precise. Very Organized, Energetic, Honest And Motivated Will Work Hard To Make Your Life Easier And Happier
I cleaned everything from apartments to one family houses to big houses, did laundry, changed sheets and provided other services requested by clients. My passion is working with my clients regards to what services they need, getting to know them, their home and help them manage their household. I work to the fullest to make...
Diana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years of experience. I am very patient, loving, and trusting. I am a full time pet sitter with lots of love to give!
Any help you need please contact me to book service or meeting.
I treat all animals with the respect and kindness that they each deserve.
I have worked with dogs with high energy, separation anxiety,...
Mandy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mandy is awesome with animals! Very attentive and loving towards my dog and she send lots of cute pics and videos!"
Megan S.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again."
Beth B.
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, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Dani (they/them) is a Queer, Trans Non-Binary Nanny. They've had a long history of working with babies, kids, and families both in their personal life and professionally. For over 7 years, they were the go-to babysitter for family and friends, where they gained experience using cloth diapers and wipes with newborns and babies,...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Dani helped us out for a month when the parents faced a high workload. I appreciated their reliability, trustworthiness, open communication style, and kindness. Dani has a very calm presence and patience particularly when bonding with a special-needs child. They...
Madlen W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring Mother and caregiver who offers full time services with 9 years experience assimilating into a new family environment. Promote a happy and healthy atmosphere. I currently work at a daycare were I work with infants-preschool age kids.
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Absolutely pleased with the decision on hiring Destiny! She was amazing with my children! very fun & attentive!"
Thanairy A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi :) my name is Ameena . I've been a stay at home mom since 2015, and I proudly had 4 kids within these 7 years . Two amazing girls and two beautiful boys . Before that, I was in customer service but now I feel that I have become an expert in child care . I nursed all 4 of my kids and it was the happiest years of my life . I...
Ameena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ameena was kind, patient, and fun with my 6 year old. Communication was great between us and the review from my little guy was “she’s the best.”"
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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: General room cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, organization, changing bed linens
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...
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Oleksandra M.
Chicago, IL
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have 5 Years Of Experience In My Work, I Work In Detail. If You Are Interested Send Me An SMS.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 year's experience as cleaning lady. I Use to work for Cleanig service for years and several years I decided to work for myself. I am very satisfied from my job because I really like to help busy people who don't have time to care of house . I am detalied, reliable person. If you are interesting, please text me !
Oleksandra can also help with: Basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Great experience with Oleksandra. She did a fantastic job cleaning my condo. Great communication and punctual. Would absolutely hire again."
Drew L.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a loving caring nanny for the last 20 years. My last position lasted over eight to half years. It was for two lovely little girls who are now ages 8-1/2 and 6-1/2. Both attend school all day now so my services were no longer needed. During my time there, I performed a variety of duties. I did everything from the...
Deidre can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deidre has been so great for our family. As a new parent, there was lots that I was nervous about when it came to trusting my daughter with a sitter. Deidre was reliable, flexible, and dependable and my daughter absolutely loved her. She went above and beyond when...
Sierra C.
Zoe S.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent speech-language pathologist grad, who is looking for gigs before the new school year!
I am very outgoing, playful, and energetic caretaker! I try my best to get kids off of their technology and up and moving. My specialty is a good scavenger hunt!
In undergrad, I also minored in educational services, so...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Have recommended Zoe for babysitting jobs to two different families and they both had absolute rave reviews."
Gillian G.
5.0
(1)
I m 22 years old and I have a huge passion for animals. I begged my parents for a dog ever since I could talk and would cry any time we would go into a pet store because I was always told no. years and a 55-slide PowerPoint presentation later I have 3 guinea pigs (Pippa, Callie & Lady) and 2 labradoodles (Lila & Otis). Lila has...
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Hannah was great with our two dogs. We felt at ease knowing she was taking good care of them while we were away. She gave them extra attention and gave us updates which was much appreciated. I highly recommend her services!"
Anne D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an energetic and dependable career nanny of 12 years searching for my next long term adventure helping a busy family! As 1 of 7 children and Aunt to 18, childcare has been a lifelong passion! I began babysitting and helping in nurseries at just 12yrs old. For over a decade, I have furthered this passion serving as a...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah cared for my daughter and another little boy in a nanny share from 3 months old to 2.5 years old. I cannot day enough good things about her. She was always on time, professional and respectful. She was incredibly creative with the activities she came up...
Amy G.
5.0
(1)
I like working with kids because I want to be a mother someday and I love aiding in their development.
I'm looking for a job that is 3-4 days a week ideally. I will be able to provide childcare services such as feeding, driving them to and from school/ practice, taking them to the park or playing games with them, etc....
Valerie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Babysat my little brother for a very long time! She did an amazing job and always made sure he was having fun while also being very well taken care of."
Care member
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.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in River Grove, IL
Mandy S.
5.0
Mandy is great with dogs, she's attentive to their needs, takes very good care of them
Walks with them, plays with them, and even talks to them (ha ha ha)
All in all she's wonderful with my dog and others
- Karie M.
Abagayle K.
5.0
My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire again.
- Beth B.
Danielle D.
5.0
Dani helped us out for a month when the parents faced a high workload. I appreciated their reliability, trustworthiness, open communication style, and kindness. Dani has a very calm presence and patience particularly when bonding with a special-needs child. They were also flexible in creating...
- Madlen W.
Destiny P.
5.0
Absolutely pleased with the decision on hiring Destiny! She was amazing with my children! very fun & attentive!
- Thanairy A.
Ameena B.
5.0
Ameena was kind, patient, and fun with my 6 year old. Communication was great between us and the review from my little guy was “she’s the best.”
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in River Grove, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in River Grove, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in River Grove, 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 Grove, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in River Grove, 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 River Grove, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in River Grove, 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 Grove, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in River Grove, 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 Grove, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in River Grove, 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.