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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an absolute lover of pets. I have grown up with pets caring for them overall, so I know the works to keeping your pet healthy, clean, and happy.
Over the years I have owned four cats and two different dogs, all different breeds. I have also house sat numerous times for families, along with taken their pet in for sometimes...
Syuzanna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello. My name is Elsie A little bit about myself, I and I am mom 3 kids but I like to help others I offer reasonable prices and reliable service. Cleaning and care senior citizen helper (once or repeatedly)
Organizing
Personal shopper/groceries/other cleaning
wash dishes
walk your dog Take garbage out on garbage day...
Elsie can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Is a very responsible person always be on time take care about my person very good always smile and very positive attitude "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Adrienne and I am available for mostly pet care, but can also provide other services like cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, organization, childcare, errands, and open to other services, including painting, etc. I am an experienced certified veterinary nurse looking to help the local community! I have 20+...
Adrienne can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Adrienne did a phenomenal job taking care of my two cats while I was away! She was able to administer various medications, including chemo to my sick kitty and provided daily updates, complete with pictures. She was very thorough, she noticed I was taking the cat's...
Raquel G.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
Iwona P.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 13 years of experience of come and go cleaning services on weekly or bi-weekly schedule. Love and enjoy cleaning/organizing homes and offices. Perform a variety of cleaning activities. Very detail oriented and pet friendly Adjust to the needs of my clients and their homes.
Iwona can also help with: General room cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning
4.0
"Iwona is very sweet and detailed oriented. We didn't have a perfect fit with our schedules but I'm certain she will be a great addition to any family."
Kirsten L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I recently graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am pursuing a focus in pediatrics and mental health. I am currently studying for my boards for the next 2-3 months. I have worked with a variety of families short and long term.
I have worked with children between the ages of 2-17 for the past 7 years. I...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I recently used Alexis to care for and drive my (2) 9 year olds to and from a weekend activity while we both had to work. She responded quickly to my online request; she took the initiative to ask for a video chat and was able to meet me in person prior to hiring...
Elaine S.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."
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.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours).
I offer the following services:
Transportation to/from doctor appointments
Physical Therapy (regular exercise)
Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Michelle was a wonderful weekend caregiver for my sister who was in hospice care following a stroke. Care included bathing, feeding, wound care, hoyer lift, Broda wheelchair, etc.
She was extremely reliable, very professional and trustworthy. I highly...
Carissa H.
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: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, oven 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.
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...
Tina S.
Chicago, IL
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.
5.0
(6)
I have 9 1/2 and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I...
Tina can also help with: Home modification, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tina was a great addition to our family."
Mary P.
3.8
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...
Laura can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, home modification, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Laura, was absolutely amazing in the care of my late mother. In the months leading to her passing, Laura treated her with such compassion, kindness and dignity. She was punctual in all aspects arriving on time, handling medication, log ins, sticking to bathing and...
Camiliana V.
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"My family hired Pam to assist our 65yr old mother as she had just returned home from an in-patient hospital facility; recovering from Guillian-Barre Syndrome. Our mother had made progress by the time she returned home but was still unable to walk. From the moment I...
Keaton M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marta. I'm from Poland and have lived in the United States for 18 years. I'm a nanny for 9 years. I'm a patient, trusting and caring person. I am a very careful and responsible with children I take care off. I have a great passion for children and watching them learn and grow. I do everything to help raise them and to...
Marta can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Marta has cared for my daughter for 3 years and also our 8 month old son for the past year. I cannot say enough about what Marta has meant to our family and how well she has cared for our children.
Marta takes our daughter to many classes around town and...
Rae D.
Imani F.
Forest Park, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun + Professional - Looking To Help Out Where I Can :)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!! I'm Imani and I am a 28-year-old with a solid 10 years of experience. I was a nanny and babysitter throughout undergrad with a professional sitter company before doing freelance work as a house manager. I am reliable, trustworthy, caring and FUN! I'm comfortable with anything from babysitting, pet sitting, party...
Imani can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Imani!! Imani was our good friend and neighbor's part time nanny and they were kind enough to share her with us for weekend and evening babysitting jobs. She is incredible - smart, mature, reliable and really fun with the kids. We have kept in touch with...
Dana R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two and have 20 years plus of experience with senior care. I have experience with Parkinson's, stroke, dementia and Alzheimer's care. I also have experience in g-tube feeding. I can help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I'm also Covid...
Corazon can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Always on time. Good conversations. Polite and always did what I asked. "
Care member
Paige R.
Woodridge, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter Who Is Caring, Loving, Patient, Reliable, Responsible, Outgoing And Flexible!
5.0
(1)
I have been providing pet sitting/services since 2010. I do not have any breed or size restrictions. A few consistent pets I cared for was a golden retriever and cat in the same household, a miniature Bernedoodle from the age of 6 months till current, a cat from the age of 6 months till current, 2 Maltese, 3 German shepherds,...
Paige can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"I hired Paige when I needed someone capable as well as productive (i.e. time and money to be worth it) to move my personal property from my 1000 square foot condo to my new out of State home. Paige did a great job dealing with my emotional personality at the time...
Sarah S.
5.0
(31)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Branndi watched our two children for almost 3 years. She was with us from when my daughter was 3 months until my son was 2. In that time she truly became part of the family and took care of my children like they were her own. Branndi was great about taking the kids...
Kate C.
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.
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Western Springs, IL
Elsie M.
5.0
Is a very responsible person always be on time take care about my person very good always smile and very positive attitude
- Care member
Adrienne H.
5.0
She was so kind and caring while I had to have surgery. She checked in to me every day, many times with pictures. I felt completely comfortable having her in my home and taking care of my cats.
- Carrie D.
Karina S.
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 have in our home! I'm so grateful we...
- Tess B.
Iwona P.
5.0
After being recommended by a friend, Iwona has been taking care of our home once a week for 10 years. Iwona is always on time and typically completes our cleaning in the same amount of time each visit. Iwona's attention to detail is clearly noticeable, and on those rare occasions when Iwona is not...
- Christine S.
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis is wonderful. She took care of our 15mo old baby regularly and was always on time, dependable and willing to help out. She was good at getting the baby out for walks and coming up with indoor activities when the weather required it. We would gladly give her our recommendation.
- Carolyn D.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Western Springs, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Western Springs, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Western Springs, IL is $17.00 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 Western Springs, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Western Springs, 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.