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Companion care in Johnston, IA

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Kathryn L.


Johnston, IA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

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

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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: Respite care, personal care, dementia
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5.0

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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: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind."

Maximo P.

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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: Companionship, personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & 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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Nicole Z.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Companion & Assistant F/T Or P/T, Flexible Hours

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Experienced Senior Companion and Assistant with over 6 years experience. I have worked in private homes, and assisted living, memory care, healthcare organizations. Prior to my current role as companion and assistant to seniors, I was an Activities Director with seniors. I'm skilled with a wide variety of physical, verbal, and...
Nicole can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Nicole is amazing! She is such a great communicator with my mother-in-law who has dementia. She is able to help her with many tasks and activities and does things in a way that makes my mother-in-law feel respected and happy. Nicole is flexible and very caring. I...

Niki S.

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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
I've always been able to connect with older generations and am able to provide companionship. I volunteered through school to go to nursing homes to paint residents' fingernails and play board games. I have also provided transportation for a friend to an adult day-center. I am available for transportation and for drop-in...
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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: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands & more
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Alexandra T.


Des Moines, IA

$24-34/hr

Carrer Caregiver

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: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Chassie B.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello! My name is Chassie, and I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 8 years of experience in providing exceptional care for children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment for those I care for. I have worked with families in various capacities,...
Chassie can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
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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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
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Erin M.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr

Caring Senior Aid

I have had the privilege to care for both my grandmothers as they have dealt with the complications of getting older, being diagnosed with dementia, and various health issues. I have found great joy in serving seniors and hope to bring joy and companionship to more people! I can cook, clean, help with dressing and bathing, and I...
Erin can also help with: Personal care

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...
Iqueisha can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
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Mary L.


Des Moines, IA

$15-35/hr5 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
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Irinieta R.


West Des Moines, IA

$16-50/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: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more

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: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Rachel G.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr

Senior Care Provided By Patient Former Specia Education Teacher

I would love to care for your senior family member. I am a common and patient person who was a special education teacher for years. I am willing to take care of housekeeping, personal care, companionship, and other needs.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, transportation
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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

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: Respite care, visiting physician, dementia, personal care, hospice services
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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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more

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: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Susan H.


West Des Moines, IA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/ Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a self-employed RN with an MA in Health Administration. I have experience as a supervisor in skilled nursing facilities and most recently (for 12 years) have assisted clients in their homes. I can take clients to appointments, do errands, provide ADL care and make meals. I can explain medications and conditions, and make...
Susan can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care

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Recent companion care reviews in Johnston, IA

Janiya P.

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.

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

Nicole Z.

5.0

Nicole is amazing! She is such a great communicator with my mother-in-law who has dementia. She is able to help her with many tasks and activities and does things in a way that makes my mother-in-law feel respected and happy. Nicole is flexible and very caring. I cannot say enough great things about...

- Niki S.

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