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60 therapy dogs are listed in Oswego, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 10 years
Therapy dogs in Oswego, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nurse for over 30+ years with experience in assisted and memory care, rehabilitation, case management, and hospital nursing. I am recently retired and looking for part-time in-home one-on-one companion care. The services I can provide include errands, doctor visits, medication reminders, meal prep, and light...
Juli can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Juli is caring, cheerful and very helpful. I am able to get around but do not drive and that is what I have her do for me. she is so helpful, and we are able to converse and laugh and get along very well. I would recommend her to any senior."
Terry N.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Krystyna. I am a housekeeper with over 15 years of experience in the industry. I am very reliable, detail oriented, and my services are affordable. I am available on weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis, or based on customer needs. Thank you
Krystyna can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Krystyna arrived early and got right to the business of familiarizing herself with what was needed and the tools at her disposal. She did great with my fur babies and I'm very happy with not only the cleanliness of my home afterwards but also the reasonable price...
Joanna N.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jenny, I live in Oswego. I have been a caregiver 10 years -helping those with Dementia/Alzheimers, Parkinsons, ALS, Stroke, Paralysis, Non-Verbal, Dysphagia, Limited Vision, Bi-Polar, Amputee, Cancer, Incontinence, Colostomy, Catheters, Voice/Eye Controlled Equipment, Hoyer Lifts. Services included: Housekeeping, meal...
Jenny can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
Jordan D.
Aurora, IL
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am 26 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children. Growing up, I helped my mom in her home daycare service, and I have experience caring for children from 6 months to 12 years. I love to read, do crafts, and stay active. I am CPR and first aid certified. I would love to meet you and your family!
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan is very professional and will do her very best to insure that her job is done to the best of her ability. She goes above and beyond, if she can, and will make sure that your family is taken care of."
Owen C.
Donyel H.
Aurora, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Homecare And Childcare Expert Over 20 Years Of Family Services
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois (also domestic and international travel flexibility) to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Home Healthcare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite care, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded...
Donyel can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Donyel cares for our daughter like she is her own. She teacher her so much (alphabet, sign language, dancing, how to express frustration) helped with rules, and brought so much joy to the house. She’s the best."
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"
Kathy S.
Shaylun W.
Aurora, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Great Sitter With More Than Enough Energy And Knowledge To Go Around
5.0
(2)
My name is Shay. I have a great deal of experience when it comes to children. I am told I am a baby/ child whisperer because I get along so well with children. I am open to many different nanny or babysitting jobs and I hope to find a loving family in which I can give my services too.
Shaylun can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shaylun is one of the best care takers I have ever hired for my two sweet boys. She is so reliable and willing to come in whenever I needed her she never called off on a sick day and did over time too. Due to COVID and me being a doctor. we had to get rid of all of...
Angelica B.
5.0
(2)
Hey, I'm currently a junior, working for my degrees in special ed and theatre at Xavier University. Hot yoga is my new favorite hobby, and I like to sing, swim, read, and play the piano in my free time. I'm an adaptive swim instructor when pools are open. I've nannied with home-based services for a few years, and have worked...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly...
Kevin F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marquis and I love cleaning! Where most people see cleaning as a "chore" or "punishment", I see it as a hobby. I clean all the time in my personal life when I have the spare time, so why not put a smile on a family's face as well.
Marquis can also help with: General room cleaning, move-out cleaning, dusting, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Punctual and polite, Marquis was very pleasant to work with."
Care member
Aileen J.
Montgomery, IL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Happy Person, Well Versed, Enthusiastic Very Friendly. Professional Manner
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9-10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Respite Care, can provide hourly care. I have background on medical field. Fully vaccinated and boosted
Aileen can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Aileen, was awesome. Timely, professional, kind and what energy! I highly recommend."
Mark T.
Maureen M.
Naperville, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Comfortable Working Autonomously With Minimum Supervision In Fast-paced Environments
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dependable, loving and high-energy nanny with a degree in early childhood education, years of experience in classrooms, Montessori centers and nannying. In addition to being a certified Foster parent specializing in newborn and early childhood years. Searching for a family to grow with for years to come!
Nanny services include...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I've known Mo in both a professional and personal setting. When I describe Mo in a professional setting, she's dependable, on time, organized, detail oriented and patient. You can rely on Mo for any task she is presented.
When I describe Mo in a personal...
Nicole M.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Experienced nanny with college degree.
I'm a mom of 3 children ages 30, 22 and 19. I have Bernice's but a degree in early childhood education and behavioral science. I'm a registered behavior technician and I do ABA therapy with children with autism spectrum disorders. I love children and have been a preschool teacher and...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Julie was hired to transport our son during the school year. Being that my son is only a toddler, he has always been very comfortable with her and has always looked forward to his car rides with Ms. Julie. We are very blessed to have such a sweet and caring person...
Care member
Tina F.
Aurora, IL
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Honest, Reliable, Quality Care For Pets - Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - As My Full-Time Business
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an educated, mature, married woman, have my own car, have pets of my own, a flexible schedule & do this as my full-time business. I earned my American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid Certification for Dogs & Cats on 4-6-13. I have a degree from U of I (Champaign-Urbana) & a Paralegal diploma in CA. I love animals, especially house...
Tina can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We hired Tina to care for our 3 dogs who had never been left before with anyone but family. We were gone for two weeks. Our dogs range in age from 1 year to 15 years old. They had a hard time and Tina hung in there with them. She encountered numerous...
C B.
Jacqueline N.
Yorkville, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm An Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Through The State Of Illinois.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Dependable, task-oriented, compassionate professional with 26 years of experience in the medical field. Driven to provide exceptional customer service/medical assistance. Demonstrates superior communication skills, and motivated by a challenging work setting. My years of dedication, determination, and enthusiasm clearly...
Jacqueline can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She’s very personable, prompt getting to work and she really is efficient with getting things done"
Care member
I believe society needs to better respect their senior members. I have worked at Aspire, a not for profit social service agency, since 1992 with adults of all ages including seniors & I have loved it. I recently quit this past February to find work closer to home, but I still go back & do therapy dog visits there. I was always...
Jill can also help with: Respite care, personal care, transportation
I provide dog sitting services both in my own home and the owner's. I am happy to take dogs on walks and care for cats or exotic animals. Can also perform light grooming.
Janelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Megan E.
Bolingbrook, IL
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am an occupational therapy assist who is currently not working in the field after a recent move to the Chicago area. I have 9 years of experience in senior care, with a specialty in dementia care. I have also provided care for my own loved ones with dementia while utilizing my occupational therapy skills to ensure safety...
Megan can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship
Katherine B.
Naperville, IL
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a full time health sciences student at VU. I have several years of experience caring for pets; services I have provided include dog walking and drop in visits. I have two dogs and four cats of my own, so I am comfortable and experienced in caring for both. I also have experience administering eye drops and oral...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Rhea D.
Aurora, IL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have about a year of paid housekeeping experience, but I am only looking for some smaller jobs.
I do work full time from home, so I would be interested in laundry services from my home. I am also interested in small cleaning jobs.
Rhea can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Oswego, IL
Juli M.
5.0
Juli is caring, cheerful and very helpful. I am able to get around but do not drive and that is what I have her do for me. she is so helpful, and we are able to converse and laugh and get along very well. I would recommend her to any senior.
- Terry N.
Krystyna U.
5.0
Krystyna arrived early and got right to the business of familiarizing herself with what was needed and the tools at her disposal. She did great with my fur babies and I'm very happy with not only the cleanliness of my home afterwards but also the reasonable price and friendly personality Krystyna...
- Joanna N.
Jordan D.
5.0
Jordan knows CPR, and has experience watching multiple children at once. She is one of the sweetest people I know, and is very dependable. She also loves animals, and she can be flexible on the hours that she works. She is also a very hard worker, and someone who I would let watch my kids if I had...
- Isabel J.
Donyel H.
4.0
Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her.
- Care member
Stevie S.
5.0
Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!
- Kathy S.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Oswego, IL
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Oswego, IL?
To find a therapy dog near you in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Oswego, IL is $19.67 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 Oswego, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Oswego, 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 Oswego, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Oswego, 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.