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Caregivers in Norwalk, IA
Molly R.
West Des Moines, IA
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Providing Excellent Care & Support.
Hello, I have 7 years of professional experience with disable adults & the special needs community. I am currently employed as a direct support supervisor for a group home that assists disabled adults with special needs/variety of intellectual disorders. I am currently looking for a second employment to better support my...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Joelle R.
Des Moines, IA
$25-50/hr
Hello, my name is JoElle. I have 3+ years experience working as a in home caregiver. I am skilled in administering medication, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities. Proven ability to build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families, ensuring a high quality of life and...
Joelle can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation
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: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
I might need to get some certifications for this type of work. I'd like to work with people and help people in various ways. I'd like to try caregiving and think I'd be good at it.
Sheri can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning
4.9
(12)
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: Errands, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"Shannon is patient which is wonderful for my Dad. She's also creative in thinking of things to get my Dad out of his apartment and doing activities he enjoy. She's done a great job taking care of booking appointments and being with him to help him hear what people...
Jill S.
Elvira D.
Waukee, IA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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: Companionship, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(1)
PLEASE DISREGARD THIS PROFILE. I TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT FOR SOME REASON, AM UNABLE TO DO SO. I AM NO LONGER OFFERING SENIOR SERVICES!
I became a Certified Nursing Aid at 16 then an EMT at 18. I worked my way through college as both a nursing aide and an EMT progressing to a Paramedic. I worked in home health care, and human...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone...
Sheila W.
5.0
(1)
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: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
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: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home 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.
5.0
(12)
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: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, 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...
Care member
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: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
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.
I do not have any medical training. I retired early from a 34 year career at one company. Now I am focused on doing things that are meaningful, helpful, and rewarding to my soul. It is in my nature to be a nurturer.
After retirement I spent a lot of time with my Dad as he struggled with cancer and eye problems. Appointments,...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Tania B.
Des Moines, IA
$28/hr • 3 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: Light cleaning, transportation, home modification, errands, meal prep
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: Dementia, visiting physician, respite care, personal care, hospice services
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: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Hello,
I'm Kymille. I have been a CNA, certified in the state of Iowa, for 9 years. My CNA certification is active.
I have worked with and feel confident in caring for with adults who have special needs, limited assistance needs, dementia care support needs, and extensive care needs. My experience caring for senior/adults...
Kymille can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, respite care
Ashlynn D.
Ankeny, IA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I was going into the nursing program at dmacc before I decided to switch my major to elementary education. I have taken my CNA class and my advanced CNA class. I also worked as a caregiver in assisted living as well as a memory care unit. While working as a caregiver I was med delegated. I also provided in home care for a couple...
Ashlynn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
Skills:
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Norwalk, IA
Shannon R.
5.0
Shannon has been extremely helpful in assisting my senior father over the last couple of years. I live in a different state from my father and it is very reassuring knowing that Shannon is helping him with so many important things - medicine organization and monitoring, communicating with doctors...
- Kathleen M.
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
Bonnie F.
5.0
I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone would be blessed to have her as a...
- Sheila W.
Diamond M.
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.
- Care member
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Norwalk, IA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Norwalk, IA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Norwalk, IA will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Norwalk.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Norwalk, IA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Norwalk, IA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $19.00 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Norwalk, IA?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Norwalk, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Norwalk, IA or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Norwalk before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Norwalk, IA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Norwalk, IA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.