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57 caregivers are listed in Urbandale, IA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 5 years
Caregivers in Urbandale, IA
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, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Paulette was a compassionate companion for my father. I felt very confident in the care my father received.
Deb"
Care member
Linda G.
Urbandale, IA
$28/hr • 3 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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Joseph J.
Urbandale, IA
$15-20/hr • 3 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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & 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. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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, dementia, personal care
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as gentle, warm, and calm.
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy their personalities, wisdom, and interests, and I enjoy bringing wellbeing.
I'm looking for a job that gives me meaning and enhances my skills.
In my spare time, I like to play cards, have good conversations, bake, enjoy music,...
Ema can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
5.0
"Ema is such a bright light with an ability to connect with anyone in a kind and encouraging way. My daughter always enjoyed her time with Ema. She balanced developing a relationship with ensuring appropriate rules are also followed. "
Care member
4.9
(7)
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: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"excellent worker
Very attentive"
Care member
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 while also keeping them connected to improve their quality of life. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr....
Shannon can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"Shannon has been one of my 85-year-old mother's helpers for over a year. We love her! Reliable at showing up and following safety measures throughout the pandemic, she has shown consistent love, care and compassion to Mom AND her 3 old poopy cats! Shannon is a...
Cherie B.
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: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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.
Henrietta O.
West Des Moines, IA
$27/hr • 10 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: Dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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.
Jenifer M.
Des Moines, IA
$17-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
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
I'd describe my personality as nice, empathy and respectful
I love what I do. I like to care for others, and I have been working as a caregiver for most of my life. I have over 20 years of experience in this field. I like to connect with people. I am a certified nursing assistant.
Rosa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
I am a creative and easy-going individual who has had friendships with the elderly since high school. My experience with caring for the elderly includes cooking and cleaning for elderly clients, overnight care for my grandmother with mild dementia, and friendly visits to homes and care centers. I will be taking a CPR/First Aid...
Tristan can also help with: Dementia, respite 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, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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, errands, home modification, transportation, meal prep
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation
Skills:
CNA
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: Mobility assistance, errands, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in Urbandale, IA
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
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
Ema P.
5.0
Ema is such a bright light with an ability to connect with anyone in a kind and encouraging way. My daughter always enjoyed her time with Ema. She balanced developing a relationship with ensuring appropriate rules are also followed.
- Care member
Amelia G.
4.0
excellent worker
Very attentive
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Urbandale, IA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Urbandale, IA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Urbandale, IA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Urbandale, IA on Care.com as of December, 2024 is $27.00 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 Urbandale, IA?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Urbandale, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Urbandale, 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 Urbandale before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Urbandale, IA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Urbandale, 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.
Ratings for Urbandale, IA caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Caregivers in Urbandale, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 57 listed caregivers.