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Shauna R.


Norwalk, IA

$21/hr6 yrs exp

CNA & Home Health Aide

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Hello! My name is Shauna and I have been a CNA at a long-term care facility for 4 years now. I also have been a home health aide for 2 years. I have loved ones who struggle with Parkinson's, dementia, Alzheimer's & other medical related illnesses. I have always been one to step in when help was needed. I really value home...
Shauna can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Julie L.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 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: Personal care, home modification, dementia
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Tamerine D.


West Des Moines, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Very Loving, Caring And Dependable Person.

I am fully vaccinated for Co-Vid 19 I have 12 years experience as a CNA I am CPR certified I am Certified in Phlebotomy Cleaning, feeding, companionship, mediation administration, overall monitoring for safety/ falls, bathing, grooming, gait belts, hoyer lifts, food preparation, vitals signs and errands/ grocery shopping.
Tamerine can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

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: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
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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, dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
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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Brittani D.


West Des Moines, IA

$40/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Elderly Care Specialist

Hello my name is Brittani I am passionate, dependable, and highly experienced with senior level caretaking and companionship. I am experienced and well versed in home health care. I offer respite care as well as open to a weekly schedule for care . I enjoy providing a number of services as it pertains to home health care to...
Brittani can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

CPR

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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
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Kennedy N.


Des Moines, IA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care With The Patients For Over 10 Years.

Certified medical technician for over 10 years Mobility care to the elderly. Companionship to lonely people.
Kennedy can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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
I love talking with seniors I've Had many older friends I've helped with errands or taking them where they need to go for DrVisits or shopping or just as a companion I can cook meals help clean there living space or read to them and listen with a compassionate ear I can be with them when family Caregiver needs to be out or take...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Laura Z.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Personal Care And Companion

Hello! I'm very easygoing and likeable! I have my own transportation and will help with rides to/from appointments. Very happy to help with cleaning, meal prep, engaging in activities and just being a friend! CPR certified and have several years experience with infection control and caring for elderly people in a healthcare...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Laura is a very caring, loving individual! She took very good care of me, after coming home from the hospital. She took care of me for a year. She is very responsible and dependable!"

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Mary G.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Compassion And Care

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: Meal prep, errands, transportation, personal care, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would...

Beth O.

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Paulette S.


Des Moines, IA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Since 1999

Hired by 2 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: Personal care, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Paulette really cares about seniors. She took care of my mother for a period of time; you could tell that this wasn't just a job for her, it was more of a calling."

Cindy H.

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: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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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Laura G.


Winterset, IA

$8-13/hr

Friendly And Patient Companion

Charismatic individual who loves helping others. I am a foster mom in training and looking for some extra income part-time. I am patient and friendly. I do not have a lot of senior care experience, but Have worked in child care most of my life. I have my own transportation to help run errands and experience in kitchens to help...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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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: Dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, respite care, personal care
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Cynthia S.


Des Moines, IA

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Companion.

I'd describe my personality as caring, . sincere. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy getting to know them and their life experiences. I'm looking for a job that is part time and rewarding. I started caring for seniors when my parents became older. They are both in mid 80s. In my spare time, I like to play music,...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship
I absolutely love working with the elderly! My own grandparents are my very best friends, and I will treat your loved ones the same. My mom has worked specifically in Iowans against Elder Abuse, and I have learned so much. I would love to be a helper or companion to anyone in need!
Lilliana can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep & more

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Recent companion care reviews in Norwalk, IA

Laura Z.

5.0

Excellent Caregiver/Companion!! She has done an amazing job taking care of my mother with frontal lobe dementia while I worked away from home. I call Laura the Bonnie Whisperer because she can get mom to do things I can't:) She's taken on her total care: scheduling doctor and chiropractor...

- Jonnie N.

Mary G.

5.0

Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would highly recommend Mary.

- Beth O.

Paulette S.

5.0

Paulette really cares about seniors. She took care of my mother for a period of time; you could tell that this wasn't just a job for her, it was more of a calling.

- Cindy H.

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.

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