Find Top Companion Care Near Me in Ankeny, IA

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: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep

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, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, meal prep & more

Rachel M.

Ankeny, IA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have been a Certified Nurse Assistant for 2 years and currently work part time at On With Life in Ankeny. I have gained valuable experience and knowledge in assisting others with daily life acitivities including meals, hygiene care, providing companionship, and facilitating patient care. The elderly population has always held...

Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, respite care, personal care, meal prep & more

Janiya P.

$10-16/hr

5.0

(1)

Since I was younger I've always enjoyed being around older people, so much that till this day I can name all of them. I'm highly mature for my age and weirdly enough it feels like they understand me. Although I've never been paid to be a companion, I feel like it's just second nature to me.

Janiya can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands

5.0

"She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind."

Maximo P.

Paulette S.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Since 1999

5.0

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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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, 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

Haley B.

Altoona, IA

$16-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Haley. I am been working in the Human Services field for about 7 years now. I truly enjoy caring for others and being a companion for those in need. I am able and willing to transport, cook, clean, provide bathing, medication management and much, much more. I believe that the best gift in life is caring for...

Haley can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia

Skills:

CPR

Leah B.

$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Small Side Jobs

I have experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia and hospice. Learning more about Parkinson's because my mother in law has it. I can provide light house keeping, grocery errands, bathing, helping someone change their depends/ cleaning the commodes. Companionship, I have experience with feeding tubes, colostomy bags, catheter care,...

Leah can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more

Skills:

CPR

CNA

Mary L.

$15-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Senior Care, Errands, Transportation Assistance, Light House Keeping

I provide light senior care assistance that includes companionship and social interaction, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping/errands services, and transportation to and from appointments.

Mary can also help with: Respite care, personal care

Lyndi S.

Elkhart, IA

$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a mother of two seeking some extra income to supplement my full time job. I have experience with taking care of my grandmother and my husbands grandmother. I would love to find someone near by that I can help with daily needs whether that be errands, cleaning, companionship, lawn care, etc.

Lyndi can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more

Cindy J.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30 + a CNA . . I have worked for nursing facilities and private agencies. I live with my husband of 37 years. I enjoy cooking, walking, movies and sports. I love caring for seniors and treat them like my own family. I tell my clients this doesn't feel like a job because. I have experience with dementia, . I would provide...

Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Joan M.

$28/hr

Companion Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

After helping care for my mom when she was in assisted living and meeting all the other residents I developed a desire to spend time with them. Then Covid hit, lost my mom, places shut down. Now I would love to find someone that needs a little help around the house, running errands, an ear to listen or someone to play games or...

Joan can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Jorleny S.

$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I'd describe my personality as patient, emphatic, and dependable I like caring for seniors because it is a deeply fulfilling and rewarding experience for me. I find immense joy in providing support and companionship to elderly individuals, recognizing the profound impact this has on their quality of life. The gratitude and...

Jorleny can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, home modification & more

Elizabeth O.

$25/hr

Extra Mile Helper

I enjoy helping others. I cared for my elderly parents, running errands, cleaning, meal prep, companionship. I am very outgoing and interact well with all ages. I love spending time with senior family members. Seeing their face light up when they have company. I pride myself in being overly attentive to detail, empathic and...

Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, companionship, light cleaning & more

Kathryn L.

Johnston, IA

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Housekeeping, Cooking, Senior Or Childcare And Looking To Work PT/FT. Flexible Hours!

After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 3 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...

Kathryn can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia

Trinity B.

$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Compassionate and dedicated second-year occupational therapy student with hands-on experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a nursing home setting. I am passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors through personalized care and meaningful engagement. My background in occupational therapy equips me with...

Trinity can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands

Skills:

CNA

Julie L.

West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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

Mary G.

Pleasant Hill, IA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion Compassion And Care

5.0

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I was the primary caretaker for both of my elderly parents until they passed. I have a deep love for the elderly and great respect . My children have all graduated and my time has freed up and I would love to contribute in any way I can. My father had Alzheimer's and my mother was bedridden for quite a while so I have a...

Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, meal prep, personal care, errands & more

5.0

"Mary has been a Godsend ! She is very very reliable and our mother loves her ! Mary has given us the much needed break we have needed. She is sweet and very kind. She has a great understanding of dementia and the aging processes. "

Lisa M.

Linda G.

$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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance & more

Joseph J.

$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: Mobility assistance, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more

Shauna R.

Norwalk, IA

$21/hr • 6 yrs exp

CNA & Home Health Aide