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60 therapy dogs are listed in Wheeling, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 5 years
What others are saying about therapy dogs in Wheeling, IL
Emanuele helped us with a last minute request, and was thorough asking questions to understand her charge. I will definitely use her again!
Review for Emanuele O. by Care member
As a family, we have been so incredibly lucky to have Kaitlin as a nanny. From our first meeting, she stood out due to her kindness,…
Review for Kaitlin L. by Bill S.
It must run in the family. Russel’s lovely mother took care of my dad full time for 8 months and my very particular father couldn’t have…
Review for Russel V. by Care member
Therapy dogs in Wheeling, IL
Emanuele O.
Highland Park, IL
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated Housekeeper: Expert In Creating Clean And Comfortable Spaces
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With over three years of experience as a housekeeper, I specialize in maintaining clean, organized, and inviting spaces. My expertise includes thorough cleaning, efficient time management, and meticulous attention to detail. I am committed to delivering exceptional service and take great pride in ensuring that every room meets...
Emanuele can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, window washing, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Emanuele helped us with a last minute request, and was thorough asking questions to understand her charge. I will definitely use her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi there families! My name is Kaitlin and I'm a resident of Morton Grove who lives with her husband and the cutest cat!
Here's a little bit about me. =] I have worked with children for the last decade! My professional experience is in pediatric mental/behavioral/family therapy. However, this past year I took a break for the...
Kaitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"As a family, we have been so incredibly lucky to have Kaitlin as a nanny. From our first meeting, she stood out due to her kindness, attention to detail, and range of experience. For example, her extensive knowledge of behavior and occupational therapy has been...
Bill S.
5.0
(5)
I am a compassionate and Trustworthy person. For 26 years, I have provided professional caregiving, meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping and transportation services to my wonderful clients , some of whose families have become lifelong friends. My former clients or their surviving families can provide detailed...
Russel can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Russel is extremely professional, mature ,very dependable and very caring! She provided care for us for years and was always going beyond our expectations ! We hold a special place for her in our family. We think the world of her and feel so fortunate to have hired...
Care member
Fe Esperanza B.
Des Plaines, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am Fe with 17 years of experience, providing exceptional care for babies and kids. Adapt at children's daily schedules, including meals, school and recreational activities. I am proficient in communicating and have ability to assist children with school work.
My first employer on 2008 to mid of 2010 has two kids both...
Fe Esperanza can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's very dependable, responsible, honest and courteous. I found her self motivated, punctual. I can say with all honesty that she have shown integrity on her job.
I can recommend her for a job."
Alain C.
5.0
(1)
Hi there ! I'm salma. I have just graduated from UIC (University of Illinois - Chicago) with a degree in biology in hopes of becoming a psychiatrist. I am CPR and AED certified. I have been a Nanny for 5 years now. My pet sitter services stems from the childcare I have provided over the years. I started pet sitting for families...
Salma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, grooming, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Salma did a phenomenal job taking care of our pup Carson. We had her take care of him for about 5 days, and it was clear when we picked him up that he wasn’t happy to be picked up!
Salma made sure that Carson didn’t miss us, and took care of all his needs. He was...
Care member
Aloha K.
Mount Prospect, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Presently Working As Certified Nursing Assistant At Rainbow Hospice Palliative Care. I Have Been A Caregiver For Almost 8 Years To A Disabled Lady. I Am Compassionate Person.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past seven years, I have managed the care of Dorothy L. and her husband. Mr. L. passed away in March of 2010. Mrs. L.'s condition for the past 25 years is one of a spinal injury leaving her bedridden. I perform all her daily needs, care for the house and manage the hospice services.
Aloha can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Aloha has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's. Aloha is a blessing! She jumps right in and is experienced, medically knowledgeable, personable, and energetic!"
Julia B.
Edgar L.
Northbrook, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
With A Strong Record Of Health Care Service And Client Satisfaction.
5.0
(4)
Hi my name is ED, I'm a dedicated Caregiver with a strong record of health care service and client satisfaction for 23 years. I consider myself compassionate, hardworking, trustworthy and dependable. I can easily adapt and handling a variety of client issues and problems with kindness and professionalism.
I'm looking for a job...
Edgar can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Edgar is a kind, warm and patient with my husband. His positivity and pleasant manner is on point. He is hardworking and trustworthy and always on time. He always look out for the best interest of his client and communicates of any needs that may arise. We miss...
Milena R.
4.9
(16)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, a holistic therapist and proud mother of an 18-year-old. With 15 years of experience supporting families with children of all ages, I have developed strong skills and received wonderful references. Originally from Argentina, I'm fluent in Spanish. I'm currently seeking a family in need of support 1-2 days a...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria has been so helpful to our family! She has been caring for our almost two year-old on Saturday mornings and he loves her! She is so creative and imaginative in her play with him, which keeps him engaged and happy. I love that she speaks in Spanish with him,...
Care member
Marzena B.
Niles, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Housekeeper & House Sitter Moving Into Phoenix- Available Full-time From January 2018
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of combined experience as a housekeeper for many families in the Chicagoland and Phoenix area. I have proven to be a trustworthy individual. I am very flexible with scheduling, whether it is weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or even before/after families move. Services include either general or deep cleaning and...
Marzena can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
5.0
"I was so happy to have Marzena come help us clean. She did a great job."
Jennifer Y.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When our loved one's life is transitioning to their "care years"--a time in our life when we need combination of support services so we can live as independently as possible--we appreciate them for bringing us into this world and walking with us every step of the way, even when it is hard. And, it is now our time to return the...
Gerard can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Gerard is an excellent personal care attendant. He served as my attendant for nearly 2 years by providing me with personalized assistance due to my disabilities and chronic illnesses in which I required help with personal care and activities of daily living...
Anthony S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 6 years experienced as a housekeeper and a passion for Home organization you can be sure I can make your house sparkle. I am detailed oriented and know most of the
cleaning supplies. Good references available.
Vera can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"We hired Vera to assist with organizing our home and to help keep up with the cleaning. She also did some occasional cooking a well (she's a great cook!). Vera was a delightful addition to our household. She was caring, trustworthy, and responsible. She worked hard...
Trisha K.
4.8
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Rositsa and I'm offering a cleaning service.
With over 18 years of experience in the field and numerous recommendations from my loyal clients, my goal is to provide impeccable cleanliness in your homes with a focus on quality and professionalism.
Cleaning is a demanding and vital job that requires effort and...
Rositsa can also help with: Basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Rositsa is simply great. She is fast and efficient, yet detailed oriented. She is great with the dogs and does a great job cleaning my house."
Care member
I am open to providing dog/cat sitting in your home and also dog walking services. While most of my past service experiences have been with children, I have always been an animal lover. I have grown up with dogs all my life and recently rescued a beautiful pit bull from waukegan animal control! I love animals of all breeds,...
Peyton can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
I love Dogs/ Cats, but dogs will always hold a special place in my heart. Your Puppy/ Dog will enjoy every bit of our time together as much as I am. Take a moment and relax as your pet enjoys adventures with the best dog care Lady!
My Doggy care routine fits into my schedule because I'm able to schedule around my family time...
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Bethany K.
Morton Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a Senior at Illinois State University studying Therapeutic Recreation, as well as taking prerequisites aiming to pursue a Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am to graduate in May. My expertise include planning and implementing interventions to support clients in meeting his or her goals, engaging clients in therapeutic...
I provide dog and cat sitting services in your own home, or if necessary, in my home. I have plenty of experience with pets and I am a firm animal lover. Size and age of the pet does not matter, I will provide the best care I can. I have experience grooming and bathing pets. I love animals all the same.
Dessislava can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, boarding
Sasha D.
Palatine, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare professional with over 5 years of experience. Currently pursuing a degree in children's therapy at Walden University, I'm passionate about nurturing children's emotional, cognitive, and social development. I attend online school so I'm available long past summer!
I currently work as a Behavioral...
Sasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Cristal V.
Highland Park, IL
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
High-energy, reliable individual with 2 years of experience as a dog walker. Offer a strong commitment to delivering high-quality costumer services, patience, communication, organization, empathy, and knowledge of animal care. Recognized for maintaining a friendly and and responsible demeanor.
Cristal can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Emma M.
Arlington Heights, IL
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am seeking part time work (babysitting, elderly care, dog sitting) starting now until end of July/August while I continue to study for board exams. I am extremely flexible with scheduling this summer and look forward to the possibility of continuing to work/help in the future as well. I have worked as a babysitter for 10+...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Zornitsa H.
Des Plaines, IL
$28-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Zori . I have 10 years experience in housekeeping, of which one year exclusively as a housekeeper with an American family, and 7 years for a cleaning service agency for which I still work whenever they need help. The family I worked for had three kids, three dogs, and a pretty big house. My primary...
Zornitsa can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning & more
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Wheeling, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Wheeling, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Wheeling, IL is $22.41 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 Wheeling, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, IL therapy dogs listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Therapy Dogs in Wheeling, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.