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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I spent 4 years working with Lutheran Services of Iowa, Candeo, and Link Associates, where I provided care and support to people living with mental disabilities and mental illness. I also assisted my father-in-law for several years with the care of his wife, who was living with Alzheimer's/Dementia. I cared for my mother-in-law...
Debra can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, visiting physician
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Pamela A.


Grimes, IA

$23/hr3 yrs exp

My Background And Experience

Throughout my life , I have been an encourager and a caring compassionate individual. Providing care for all ages of people. Caring for loved ones, as well as having been a care giver in the professional workforce. In my early years I worked in the dietary unit of a nursing home, and graduated to earn my CNA certification. I...
Pamela can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Iqueisha B.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have a deep passion for caregiving and I have dedicated myself to this field for the past eight years. My experience has allowed me to develop a strong connection with the elderly, providing them with the care and companionship they deserve. I am committed to making a positive impact in their lives and I am now seeking a part...
Iqueisha can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Q has been an incredible caregiver for our family. She is not only trustworthy and reliable but also truly passionate about her work. Her kindness, patience, and dedication make a world of difference in the care she provides. She consistently goes above and beyond...

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Elvira D.


Waukee, IA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a caregiver for over 11 years, and I have lots of experience. I have worked with different ages in different settings and environments. I am first aid and CPR trained, and covid vaccinated. your loved ones will get the best care in the comfort of their own homes.
Elvira can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Elvira is an amazing care giver. I'm so impressed by her dedication to excellence in care and she is truly a godsend. I highly recommend her for assistance with your elderly parent."

Candice H.

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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: Errands, hospice services, personal care, companionship, meal prep, dementia & 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

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience: Truth mark home care services from 2014 to 2021. Wesleylife at home services. from 2021 to 2025. 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: Home modification, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amelia is such a loving caregiver. She cared for my mom and was always on time. She took good care of my mom and made sure of all her needs were met. My family and I are so grateful for her."

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Tankaseh G.


Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant senior caregiver

I am a mother of three children who has a 10 years of experience in the field of child development and youth care specialists. I enjoy working with children because they're so young and have a sense of humor that brings me joy to the world. I am also very proud to work alongside them as a nanny for the next couple of years as...
Tankaseh can also help with: Errands, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She always wear a SMILE. Very positive, dependable, on time, usually early. Caring, willing to go a extra mile, team player, provides a caring spirit, love, patience. Always look for the good in others. I would have her to care for my parents if they were...

Jessiey B.

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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: Dementia, personal care, home modification
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Diamond M.


Waukee, IA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Engaging Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Diamond, and I am an experienced and dependable caregiver with over 10 years of experience taking care of children and the elderly. With my extensive background in caregiving, I am confident I can provide anyone with a safe, fun and stable environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves to learn...
Diamond can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Helped take care of siblings when I was unable to. Like dropping them off to school, making sure they did their homework, fed, clothed them. "

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Shannon R.


Waukee, IA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr. visits/taking notes, following up on referrals), medications,...
Shannon can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Shannon is an excellent caregiver. Shannon takes time to go the extra mile with communication involving the care for our loved one. Shannon is trustworthy and very caring. "

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Naomi M.


Clive, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

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: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Naomi is a good person and she is a hard worker and friendly to work with, Naomi is a easy going person, a safe person to depend on."

Anne H.

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Susan S.


Ankeny, IA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Encouraging Caregiver With 10years Experience

I'd describe my personality as encouraging, creative, patient, faithful and positive. I like caring for seniors because when I cared for my mother as sole caregiver for 10 years during which time I had to figure out her daily conditions because she didn't want to be a burden, I felt more purposeful than ever before. Her life...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, home modification, transportation & more
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Jocelyn L.


Urbandale, IA

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver

I have 6 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant/In-Home Caregiver. I've worked in long-term/assisted-living, and in-home care. I am also experienced with dementia care. I am reliable, respectful, and compassionate. I can help with ADLs (dressing, feeding, showering, etc). I have a clean record, and my own...
Jocelyn can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Linda G.


Urbandale, IA

$28/hr3 yrs exp

My Profile Details: Including My Experience And Reasons Of Being An Caregiver

I'm a certified nursing assistant and a medications management. I have over 12 years of experience working as an caregiver. Over the last 12 years plus I have worked in few nursing homes setting, rehabilitation centers, companion care/in homes and Adult day centers. I also did host home/respite care for four months in my home. I...
Linda can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
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Sara M.


Waukee, IA

$12-20/hr1 yrs exp

Working Mom, Looking To Provide Care Outside Of The Home For Older Adults.

I like caring for seniors because I genuinely enjoy conversations with older adults. Their stories, wisdom, and perspectives are always fascinating, and I love the connections that come from meaningful conversations. I also find fulfillment and helping others, and supporting seniors in their daily lives gives me a sense of...
Sara can also help with: Respite care, home modification, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Joseph J.


Urbandale, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I've been working as a caregiver the past 3 years . I'm experienced in personal cares, light house keeping, running errands, driving to appointments, and companionship. I believe everyone should be treated with dignity and respect. I love taking care of and getting to know all of my clients.
Joseph can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
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Paula N.


West Des Moines, IA

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Companion Care

I'm available for weekend work Saturday or Sunday Companion care We can play games take car rides do walks or shopping or just visit I can help organize there meds plan ahead easy meals or grocery shop I can tidy up the house get them ready for the week ahead and listen with a loving and gentle smile I've been a friend to many...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
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Irinieta R.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Name Is Irinieta. I Am 33 Years Old . I Am Married .

I'd describe my personality as Loving, Kind and Honest I love caring for seniors because I took care of my grandparents when they were home. And I found joy in it . I'm looking for a job that has a safe environment and I am able to do hands on with the client. Whether it's helping them around the house, taking them to...
Irinieta can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
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Henrietta O.


West Des Moines, IA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Love Giving Hand That Puts A Smile On Someone Face

Been a caregiver for over 15 years. Have 2 awesome children. I'm also a Med Aid. Moved to Iowa June of 2015 and I love it here. available for senior care
Henrietta can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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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: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep

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Recent caregiver reviews in Grimes, IA

Iqueisha B.

5.0

Q has been an incredible caregiver for our family. She is not only trustworthy and reliable but also truly passionate about her work. Her kindness, patience, and dedication make a world of difference in the care she provides. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure comfort and well-being,...

- Care member

Elvira D.

5.0

Elvira is professional and caring. My mom really enjoys having her here. She took great care of all her needs and allowed me some peace of mind while I was away. We will be having her here again and again.

- Care member

Paulette S.

5.0

Paulette has been providing excellent care for my mother for over 11 years now. My mother is now 103 and suffering from a decline in her health. Paulette has been there for my family thru it all. She has run errands , been to doctor appointments, visited mom at the hospital thru a few illnesses...

- Care member

Amelia G.

4.0

excellent worker Very attentive

- Care member

Tankaseh G.

5.0

She always wear a SMILE. Very positive, dependable, on time, usually early. Caring, willing to go a extra mile, team player, provides a caring spirit, love, patience. Always look for the good in others. I would have her to care for my parents if they were still alive.

- Jessiey B.

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