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31 home care are listed in Des Moines, IA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby home care is 7 years

Home care in Des Moines, IA

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Rachel B.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Outgoing Fun Care Taker That Patient, Understanding And A Great Listener

5.0

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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: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands & 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

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Shelley N.


Des Moines, IA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Elder Care In Des Moines, Iowa - Affordable & Reliable Assistance

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Shelley. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I'm a 45-year-old Advanced Nurse assistant/ Hospice Aide and Homecare provider with over 26 years experience. I have achieved a wide variety of different skills through several positions in the medical field such as: Dementia/Alzheimer's care, End of life care(...
Shelley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Home Health Aide

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. Dementia care ALDs
Jacqueline can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

I was raised by my grandparents. Granted they were young grandparents, but "elders" none the less. They grew up during a different time. Respect was paramount, especially toward elders. They both were the youngest in their families and had many elder siblings who we often visited. My great-grandfather lived to be 107 years...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, meal prep, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, transportation & 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: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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:

CNA

CPR

I like caring for seniors because I love being able to make someone's day better or put a smile on someone's face. Transitioning from being independent to being codependent can be very difficult especially without a genuine support system. I intend to deliver the upmost care to their family members and will care for them as I...
Tyreisha can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Naila S.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Care Giver

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: Live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Brandi M.


Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a in home care giver for over 10 years plus. I just started my new business one year ago and looking to expand my business. I am currently accepting Medicaid insurance and private pay. I'd describe my personality as Giving, loving and compassionate. I like caring for seniors because it gives me a sense of love and...
Brandi can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Pabitra B.


Des Moines, IA

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver/CNA

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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

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: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is genuinely very caring and compassionate with her clients and provides good care."

Kim F.

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Erika C.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr10 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:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Shakira C.


Des Moines, IA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Experience In Health Care Field

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20 years experienced in health care field. Love helping others. I Have great work ethic . Very dependable and reliable . I've worked with many families that are very pleased with my cares . I strive to give excellent care. Everyone have a blessed day
Shakira can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, home modification
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

Home Health Aide

Lynnette H.


Des Moines, IA

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Ready To Help And Serve.

I'd describe my personality as easy going, organized, talkative. I have been caring for seniors for 30+ years. I find joy in helping others. I'm looking for a job that fulfills my time and helps others. In my spare time, I like to go on walks with my dog. One thing you should know about me is I have been in the healthcare...
Lynnette can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care & more

Sheri C.


Des Moines, IA

$8-25/hr1 yrs exp

Dependable And Trustworthy

I might need to get some certifications for this type of work. I'd like to work with people and help people in various ways. I'd like to try caregiving and think I'd be good at it.
Sheri can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services
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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: Light cleaning, personal care, transportation, errands, meal prep, companionship & 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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Naomi M.


Clive, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

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, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Naomi is has Strong Work Ethic. She value possess a willingness to work hard. Dependable and Responsible. Possessing a Positive Attitude. She is Adaptable. She is Honesty and has Integrity. Self - Motivated, and has the ability to influence others in a positive...

Zurah M.

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Sophie W.


Ankeny, IA

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help!

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, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia & more

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Recent home care reviews in Des Moines, IA

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

Rachel F.

5.0

She is genuinely very caring and compassionate with her clients and provides good care.

- Kim F.

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.

Naomi M.

5.0

She is reliable and a compassionate person

- Rael K.

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