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Katie J.
Urbandale, IA
$10-20/hr
I am looking to make an extra $200 a month, providing a variety of services at your home including, house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide...
Katie can also help with: Transportation, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
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: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
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, personal care, 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: Live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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
Rachel B.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 10 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 have a decade of dedicated experience as a caregiver, I have committed myself to providing compassionate and reliable support to seniors, children, and individuals with disabilities. My journey in caregiving began with a genuine passion for helping others and has flourished into a rewarding career.
During...
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning & 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
4.9
(12)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr. visits/taking notes, following up on referrals), medications,...
Shannon can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Shannon has been extremely helpful in assisting my senior father over the last couple of years. I live in a different state from my father and it is very reassuring knowing that Shannon is helping him with so many important things - medicine organization and...
Kathleen M.
Shelley N.
Des Moines, IA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Elder Care In Des Moines, Iowa - Affordable & Reliable Assistance
5.0
(4)
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: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shelley cared for my dad for a little over a month. We thought it was going to be longer but things didn't work out. Dad took a turn for the worse. She was easy to get organized with as far as what she would do and what she expected of us. She has a lot of skills...
Care member
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, home modification, hospice services
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
(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: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is reliable and a compassionate person"
Rael K.
I am a licensed Nurse Practitioner in the State of Iowa. I have been a nurse practitioner for 14 years and a registered nurse for 27 years. I also have experience in cancer and chemotherapy, hospice, palliative care, side effect management, medication management, pain management, and the Iowa Cannabidiol Program. I draw blood,...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, caring.
I like caring for seniors because I have always had a heart for seniors. I love to talk to them and listen to their stories. One can learn a lot from seniors!
I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and flexible. Looking for a senior I can connect with and become a...
Dawn can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Brandi M.
Des Moines, IA
$18-38/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Jennifer S.
Des Moines, IA
$10-20/hr
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: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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, dementia, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician
Tyreisha C.
Des Moines, IA
$15-41/hr • 5 yrs exp
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:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
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: Respite care, visiting physician, dementia, personal care, hospice services
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: Meal prep, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, errands
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, errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Urbandale, IA
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
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
Shannon R.
5.0
Shannon has been extremely helpful in assisting my senior father over the last couple of years. I live in a different state from my father and it is very reassuring knowing that Shannon is helping him with so many important things - medicine organization and monitoring, communicating with doctors...
- Kathleen M.
Shelley N.
5.0
Shelley cared for my dad for a little over a month. We thought it was going to be longer but things didn't work out. Dad took a turn for the worse. She was easy to get organized with as far as what she would do and what she expected of us. She has a lot of skills and experience. I believe would do...
- Care member
Jenna R.
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 errands, etc., so my mother no longer...
- Gail J.
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FAQs for finding home care in Urbandale, IA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Urbandale, IA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Urbandale, IA as of March, 2025 is $20.00 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 Urbandale, IA?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA?
The types of home health care services near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Urbandale, 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.