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Donna G.


Altoona, IA

$8-13/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate And Respectful Caregiver

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24 years working with the developmentally disabled and mentally disabled. 20 years working in substance abuse and mental health. 3 years in behavioral intervention services with chronically mentally ill children. 10 years working in ICF and HCBS group homes.
Donna can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
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Tanya M.


Ankeny, IA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Most of my experience is as a nanny but I have been a caregiver for over 10 years now. I enjoy helping and talking to people.
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Alexandra T.


Des Moines, IA

$24-34/hr

Carrer Caregiver

So my experience with caregiving and household management has been across-the-board, mainly for children. In my more recent years now being in my 30s, I realize how much I crave adult interaction and being able to help an adult in need. My experience has been everything from meal, prep, laundry, errands running, dishes,...
Alexandra can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Tania B.


Des Moines, IA

$28/hr3 yrs exp

I Am A Compassionate Caregiver Looking For A Someone Who Is Need Of My Help.

I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, trustworthy. I like caring for seniors because it's a rewarding job to have. I'm looking for a job that gives me the ability to provide the upmost care. I started caring for seniors when in 2016. In my spare time, I like to cook for my family, binge watch Netflix series and go...
Tania can also help with: Home modification, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Experienced and reliable caregiver with over 5+ years of experience in elder care and their families. Charismatic, caring, and calm. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Willing to transport clients to appointments and events.
Jasmine can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Angie M.


Bondurant, IA

$21-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Angie, a little about me, I have spent several years as an at-home caregiver, specializing in hospice care and supporting clients with mental disabilities, trauma, schizophrenia, and PTSD. I am personable and enjoy engaging in conversations, which fuels my passion for working with people. This fall, I will be...
Angie can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

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Kelley M.


Ankeny, IA

$8-20/hr

Caregiver/companion

I'm 58 years old. I'm a caring loving person. I have worked with Special needs children and young adults for 30+ years. I have also done some senior companion jobs. I'm trustworthy and have several personal and work references. I can't do to much heavy lifting
Kelley can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands & more
My name is Jenifer, I'm 42 years old. I've been a professional nanny, with the last 2 years as an elderly caregiver. I have experience with transferring, G-tubes, and dietary restrictions
Jenifer can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Laci V.


Ankeny, IA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as energetic, a positive optimistic I like caring for seniors because I have a lot of love to give and they need it. I'm looking for a job that has flexibility I started caring for seniors when covid hit and saw how our loved ones were being treated. In my spare time, I like to kayak and care...
Laci can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Pabitra B.


Des Moines, IA

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver/CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Pabi. I'm a certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and certified medication Aide (CMA). I have 14 years of professional work experience in healthcare. I have mostly worked with seniors. And I absolutely love working with them and their families. I would love to help you with your needs. Please feel free to reach...
Pabitra can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Amanda L.


Des Moines, IA

$14-23/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is Amanda. I have been a in home caregiver for the last 4years for my grandfather. I also have a experience working with memory care patients and in assisted living.
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
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Britney M.


Ankeny, IA

$35-43/hr

Companion For Seniors

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun, and friendly. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy providing companionship to the elders of my community. I'm looking for a job that allows me to aid in the care of a senior and/or give respite for their caretakers. I haven't cared for seniors in a formal capacity...
Britney can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, transportation, meal prep
My name is Jess P. and I have a lot of experience helping with children but also am comfortable helping and assisting all ages! I am finishing my degree in human services and plan on getting my masters in social work. I am very empathetic, communicative, compassionate and hardworking! I would love to talk more about my...
Jessica can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
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Erika C.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

36 years of nursing. Love being a caregiver, have a passion for children and seniors. Have my own car and can transport to appointments.
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more
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Naomi M.


Clive, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

5.0

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I am a compassionate person who loves taking care of people. I am a CNA with lots of experience working over 10 years in this field as a caregiver and CNA. have passion helping people, respectful of others boundaries. I am very energetic and honest person. I work very hard and always reliable. I have compassion in helping...
Naomi can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Naomi is has Strong Work Ethic. She value possess a willingness to work hard. Dependable and Responsible. Possessing a Positive Attitude. She is Adaptable. She is Honesty and has Integrity. Self - Motivated, and has the ability to influence others in a positive...

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Paulette S.


Urbandale, IA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Since 1999

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced caregiver in Des Moines since 1999. I assist seniors so they can stay in their homes. I assist with daily living, errands, shopping, transportation, medication assistance, doctor appointments, respite, companionship, laundry, personal care, light housekeeping, and salon and skincare services. I have a...
Paulette can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She spent time with my wife who has memory problems and is in a nursing home. Paulette was absolutely excellent in engaging with my wife. They really connected and had excellent eye contact which seemed to be Paulett's forte. I would recommend her as caregiver...

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Amelia G.


West Des Moines, IA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Experience: Truth mark home care services from 2014 to 2021. Wesleylife at home services. from 2021 to 2024. Highly reliable and collaborative player with excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a patient, empathetic approach to helping others. Senior care available.
Amelia can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

4.0
"excellent worker Very attentive"

Care member

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Julie L.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a care giver over 10 years. I have experience with neuropathy, Afib, Congestive Heart failure, Diabetes, Dementia, Wheel chair, Oxygen, walkers, gate belts, Hoyer lift, companionship, cooking, driving to Dr. visits taking notes, and medications. I took care of my mom for many years and many clients, but I took...
Julie can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia

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Recent caregiver reviews in Altoona, IA

Naomi M.

5.0

She is reliable and a compassionate person

- Rael K.

Paulette S.

5.0

She spent time with my wife who has memory problems and is in a nursing home. Paulette was absolutely excellent in engaging with my wife. They really connected and had excellent eye contact which seemed to be Paulett's forte. I would recommend her as caregiver from what I oberved with my wife....

- Care member

Amelia G.

4.0

excellent worker Very attentive

- Care member

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