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Bilingual Child Therapy Intern And After-school-care Teacher Passionate About Working With Children

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Jessica and I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) nanny with a deep love for working with children. I'm currently a therapy intern where I provide therapy services for children ages 5 to 16 - so I understand child development and emotional needs on a deeper level. I have experience with neurodiverse children. I'm...
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Physical Therapy Aide

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I can serve as a companion. I can also give sponge baths, assist with or give showers and help with dressing. I will make food, go shopping, drive to any appointment, provide therapy, and help with medication and other needs.
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Preschool Teacher And Physical Therapy Student

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
With a background as a preschool teacher and a current focus on pediatric physical therapy, I bring a deep understanding of child development and a passion for nurturing young minds and bodies. My experience in early childhood education and specialized training in pediatrics allows me to create a safe, engaging, and supportive...
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Physical Therapy Aide and Certified mMassage Therapist Available Full Time

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I'm physical therapy aide. I'm have experience working with special needs children and adults. With special needs I work what they need; Bathing, dressing, feeding or thus prepare food, help with homework. I do exercises or take them for a walk. I drive.
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Tutor For Kids With With/ Without Special Needs (ABA Therapy)

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello families! My name is Dani! I wanted to offer my tutoring services to a family, specifically a family that has a child with special needs. I work full-time at a therapeutic high school in Skokie as an RBT. I am currently in school beginning my masters in science in applied behavior analysis. I use ABA interventions to help...
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Pet Care!!

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have grown up with dogs and trained and tested my dog with Therapy Dog International! I love animals and I also have experience with cats and guinea pigs!!! :) I am not able to offer any boarding because I live in dorms!!
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Spanish Speaking, Physical Therapy Graduate Student

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Alex. I am currently completing my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at UIC. I am working on my clinical internship portion of my education and am looking to work outside of clinical hours. I enjoy being an advocate for health and like to run, play basketball and lift weights in my free time. I also like to cook,...
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Part-Time Animal Caretaker

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a deep love for all animals, especially house animals, dogs, cats, turtles, birds. I am currently the owner of a teacup Yorkshire, previous the owner of a boxer. I am currently a high school senior that will soon be attending University with a major in physical therapy, and a minor in animal biology.
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Occupational Therapy With Lifelong Senior Care Experience

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a patient, easy going occupational therapist with lifelong personal and work experience in senior care. I am comfortable in assisting with physical needs as needed, including transferring, walking mobility, and hands on assistance for personal hygiene care. I am passionate about providing meaningful experience and...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Kelly and I love animals! I currently have two dogs of my own but have also had guinea pigs and fish! I'm completing my undergraduate degree in speech therapy at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater but spend a lot of time in Chicago with my family. I've had an amazing experience pet sitting for many different breeds of...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi everyone, I am moving to Wrigleyville area in May and am looking for a part time nannying job for the summer! I am a 23-year-old graduate student getting her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. I have over 6 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging 2-12. I have worked previously as a YMCA summer day camp councilor. I...
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Furry Friend Home Support And Pet Pal Playtime

Chicago, IL

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$14/hr
2 years experience
I have a special needs Dog of my own so I am comfortable and experienced in caring for pets who require more attentive care. I am comfortable providing medication as directed by a medical provider and doing home physical therapy exercises as directed. I love pets of all ages, breeds and sizes. I am comfortable with kids and have...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
Hello! I am a current Physical Therapy student at Northwestern University. I have many years of experience working with and caring for kids, seniors, and animals. My goal is to provide care for families while attending school. I can also helps with tasks around the house such as cooking, cleaning, etc. I look forward to working...
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Fun Sitter And Energetic Person

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am a very energetic and enthusiastic person. You will never see me without a smile on my face! Even though I have few experience pet sitting, I frequently volunteered at animal shelters when I was younger! I have one dog on my own which was a foster fail, so I understand gaining trust and love from our furry friends. I studied...
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Loving Pet Companion Ready To Take Care Of Your Friends!

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Emily and I am a 20-year-old college student studying occupational therapy for children. I originally signed up at Care. com with the intention of only taking occasional babysitting positions but I'm also really good with pets and have had experience taking care of cats and dogs for about 4 years now. I have...
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Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Hello my name is Gloria and I am finishing my masters program in music therapy. I currently work at a day program for adults with disabilities where I am a caregiver as well as a piano instructor. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me regarding my services and music therapy. Thank you and have a great day.
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Tutor With A Doctorate And Multiple Years Of Clinical Experience

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Grace, and I am a Physical Therapist with my bachelors in exercise science and my doctorate in physical therapy. I also have a minor in music with a focus on piano and music theory! Subjects like anatomy, physiology, exercise science, kinesiology, and biology are my strength, and I have experience as a tutor for all...
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CNA, Clinical Massage Therapist

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
personal care
respite care
dementia
58-year-old Mom CNA Licensed Clinical Massage therapist, Currently Providing senior companion/CNA Services & hospice massage therapy. I have a wide variety of skills including lymph drainage massage. Perfect caregiver for your loved one. I also help chronic pain, agitation, anxiety received my CNA certificate in 2008. I worked...
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CNA, Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist/ Esthetician

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I received my CNA certificate in 2003. I worked for a few agencies and also did private as well as worked in nursing homes. In 1995 I attended massage therapy school and shortly after opened my company. I combine my skills to assist your loved one with the usual CNA services, great caregiver and companion AND Licensed clinical...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
With a passion for animals and over 10 years of experience in pet care, I offer comprehensive services to keep your pets happy and healthy. From daily walks and feeding to special needs and medical care, I provide attentive, reliable, and loving care for all types of pets. Your furry, feathered, or scaly friends are in good...

Care Member says "Sarah very patiently dealt with my dog who was terrified of her even though she had walked with her and she had been in the apartment. My dog bit her...

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  • 769 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.49/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chicago, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Chicago, 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.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chicago, IL is $21.49 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.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chicago, 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.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Chicago, 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.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chicago, 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.

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