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I am a certified medical assistant that went on to x-ray school and graduated as an X-ray Technologist. I enjoy working with children and also the elderly. I am available for part-time
employment in the mornings.
Carol can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as friendly
I like caring for seniors because it makes me happy to help others in need.
I'm looking for a job that enables me to support my clients and build relationships.
I started caring for seniors when I was employed at a senior living center three years ago.
In my spare time, I like to spend...
Sophie can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(4)
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: Dementia, personal care, respite care
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.
Rachel F.
Des Moines, IA
$8-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of senior care experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Grocery shopping. Pools. Library. I will go anywhere. I have 2 girls . 7yrs and 9yrs.
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is genuinely very caring and compassionate with her clients and provides good care."
Kim F.
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: Respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
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, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Erika C.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Kim M.
Johnston, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years. Have had my own private home care business for over 15 years Dealing with dementia patients in their homes or their families homes. My specialty is dementia, Alzheimer's strokes, dementia end of life care,. I provide all activities of daily living, light housekeeping, laundry,...
Kim can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
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: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Cindy J.
Des Moines, IA
$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: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hi! I can help with light housekeeping and keep them company with fun things they like doing. I understand that you want the best for your loved one. I provide senior care assistance, including companionship and social interaction, meal preparation, shopping/errand services, and transportation to and from appointments. I am...
Naila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Julianne D.
Altoona, IA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Light Housecleaning. I have skilled care experience. I can get along well with all sorts. I'm friendly with animals. I've had several clients on hospice.
Julianne can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep & 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: Respite care, dementia, personal care
I have experience working with senior for more than 15years that l learn so much about Cooking different food . Assist with Activities of daily living , A company to Doctors visit, Light house clean, shopping, Meal preparation, Escort store , Movie Theater and Navigation the community, Assist with Range of Emotions Exercise and...
Hawa can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Rachel B.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Outgoing Fun Care Taker That Patient, Understanding And A Great Listener
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Rachel and I have over 4 years of experience as a care Taker. I have provided care in California and relocated to Iowa with my family. I currently work for A-plus Home Care and looking to find part time work in-between. I am friendly, understanding and a great listener.
Rachel can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rachel was wonderful with my mom on home hospice. She worked 8-10am every morning the last week of her life and was always right on time. "
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: Personal care, home modification, dementia
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: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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
(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: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is reliable and a compassionate person"
Rael K.
Jenna R.
West Des Moines, IA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience caring for elderly. I am a caring, compassionate individual who does my best to uplift those around me. I would love the opportunity to help with your senior, children, or personal assistant opportunities. I am also bilingual, speaking both fluent English and Spanish.
Jenna can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, home modification
5.0
"Jenna truly cares for your loved one from her heart. She is sensitive, kind, compassionate, and has a beautiful, gentle spirit. She prepared delicious, healthy meals that my mother looked forward to every day, and took care of everything around the house, ran...
Gail J.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, transportation, 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.
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Recent home care reviews in Ankeny, IA
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.
Rachel F.
5.0
She is genuinely very caring and compassionate with her clients and provides good care.
- Kim F.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel was wonderful with my mom on home hospice. She worked 8-10am every morning the last week of her life and was always right on time.
- 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
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
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FAQs for finding home care in Ankeny, IA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Ankeny, IA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Ankeny, IA as of January, 2025 is $13.50 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Ankeny, IA?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Ankeny, IA. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Ankeny, IA or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Ankeny, IA?
The types of home health care services near you in Ankeny, IA will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Ankeny, IA that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Ankeny, IA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Ankeny, IA, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Ankeny, IA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Ankeny, IA, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.