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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, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
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, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
Elizabeth P.
West Des Moines, IA
$30-49/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nurturing Caregiver With A Passion For Respectful, Personalized Support.
I am a registered nurse and End of Life Doula.
I currently work in home care, part-time assisting quadriplegics with bowel care and activities of daily living including bathing and dressing, medications,
catheter care, g tubes, and trach care.
I am motivated to help others because I believe in the importance of compassion...
Elizabeth can also help with: Home modification, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Compassionate lady willing to do care for elders. Have had experience with my mother and mother in law. Assist with cooking, light housekeeping, companionship, bathing/dressing, and comfortable with pets. Looking to find meaningful, non office work. Have passed a background check as I used to work for a human services agency.
Ann can also help with: Personal care
Private Caregiver looking for new clients to assist with daily needs. Guaranteed to not sit on my phone (unless told otherwise.) Looking forward to meeting you and your love ones!
Safie can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Caring for people is my passion. I have been an inpatient medical/surgical registered nurse for the past 4 years. I take pride in the work I do as a nurse and have even received a Daisy Award for extraordinary care. I have ample experience in all routes of medication administration needs such as oral, topical and parenteral. I...
Emily can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, caring.
I like caring for seniors because I have always had a heart for seniors. I love to talk to them and listen to their stories. One can learn a lot from seniors!
I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and flexible. Looking for a senior I can connect with and become a...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hello, my name is Jennifer and I have over 5 years experience in direct patient care. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) with an associates degree in Health Information Technology. I specialize in geriatric care that consists of activities of daily living, medication management/administration, hygiene care and much more. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
In May 2024, I obtained a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. I have experience in caregiving in the home for a client with oxygen needed 24/7 and love working with all ages. I have been in charge of medication prompting, engaging in physical exercise with my client, preparing...
Brianna can also help with: Companionship, personal care, transportation, dementia
I have been a caregiver for last four years and half, I have cared for hospices patients, memory care patients, and just clients that need everyday care and support.
Am a very patient and caring person, I will care for your loved one like I would want them to care for my own parents.
I was a nurse for over 15 years am slowing...
Selina can also help with: Home modification, transportation, errands, meal prep, dementia
Angie M.
Bondurant, IA
$21-25/hr • 5 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: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
Rachelle L.
Ames, IA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Rachelle and I'm 40 and I have been taking care of my 90-year-old grandma for at least 10 years now. She needs to be taken to the chiropractor and doctors etc. because she is going blind. I basically do errands for her when needed and take care of any lawn work as needed. I have also taken care of a 93-year-old for...
Rachelle can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, visiting physician, transportation, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Irinieta R.
West Des Moines, IA
$16-50/hr • 10 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: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with a wide range of things to keep seniors in their home longer. I got my CNA about 24 yrs ago and then got my med tech a couple yrs later. I've worked in nursing homes & group homes until about 7 yrs ago. I started working for nonmedical homecare at that time. I started private...
Loretta can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Loretta is top notch. She is very knowledgeable, very personable, and very dependable. She has provided expert senior care to my loved one, including doctor visits, and managing a wheelchair for those. I recommend her with no reservations."
Elaine J.
I like to interact with people, I love to give the best of me to help others. Assisting with personal care bathing and grooming, dressing and exercise. Basic food preparation, preparing meals, shopping, housekeeping, laundry, helping with medical appointments and other errands.
Sonia can also help with: Personal care
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: Errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep
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: Personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
I have been in adult healthcare for over two years in nursing home settings but want to encourage independence in the elderly community by keeping people at home as long as possible! I've worked with memory care patients, patients with Down syndrome, and other neurological disorders. I have done care with hospice patients as...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
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: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Keisha K.
Mitchellville, IA
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Im a friendly and adaptable individual with extensive experience in various skills. Im a mom of 4 with pets! My passion lies in taking care of others, seeking part-time caregiving opportunities alongside my full-time job. You're available in the evenings and flexible on weekends, aiming to provide deserving people with...
Keisha can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Polk City, IA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Polk City, IA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Polk City, 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 Polk City.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Polk City, IA in 2025?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Polk City, IA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $40.00 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 Polk City, IA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Polk City, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Polk City, 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 Polk City before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Polk City, IA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Polk City, 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.