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Personal assistants in Grimes, IA

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

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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, personal care, respite care, hospice services, visiting physician
I'm hard working, friendly, respectful, reliable, and etc. I'd describe my personality as cheerful, caring and reliable down to earth. I like caring for seniors because I love being around adultly people assisting them doing choices that they can't afford doing and having companionship. Listening to conversations about things...
Ruth can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization & more

Ruth D.


Grimes, IA

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

I'm hard working, friendly, respectful, reliable, and etc. I'd describe my personality as cheerful, caring and reliable down to earth. I like caring for seniors because I love being around adultly people assisting them doing choices that they can't afford doing and having companionship. Listening to conversations about things...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Jill M.


Ankeny, IA

$30-50/hr20 yrs exp

Expert House Cleaner And Personal Assistant

5.0

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I'd describe my personality as friendly, positive and energetic. I like caring for homes because I like helping people. I'm looking for a job that helps others. I started housekeeping 25 years ago. In my spare time, I like to spend time with family and friends. I also like to walk my dogs, read and travel. One thing...
5.0
"Jill is amazing. She does a thorough job when cleaning our home. She is communicative and flexible. Having Jill clean our home has been such a help with our busy schedules. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!! "

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Christine S.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Organizer/Cleaner/Personal Shopper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Because I nanny multiples part time (and have nanny'd full time) I appreciate the cleaning and organizing aspect of helping a family. I take great pride in cleaning for others and have excellent references. Currently, I'm nannying twins( just a few hours a week) and am looking to increase hours with another family. I'd love to...
Christine can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, dusting & more
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Jenna R.


West Des Moines, IA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

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: Hospice services, home modification, personal care
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.

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Shannon R.


Waukee, IA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator

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: Hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Prompt, caring, and super personality !!"

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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, hospice services, errands, personal care, meal prep, dementia & 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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Susan H.


West Des Moines, IA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse With A M.A. In Health Administration

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in Iowa, and lived in central Illinois before moving to the Cary area. I recently sold my Cary home and moved to EI. I am a registered nurse with a MA in Health Administration from the University of Iowa. I have experience working as a supervisor/manager/director in the health care industry -in insurance and skilled...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me. "

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Abigail P.


West Des Moines, IA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Kind And Loving Pet Caretaker!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, and loving! I care very deeply about the animals I am watching, which means you'll get excellent quality of care! I'm able to stay overnight with your animals or just watch them during the day. I started working with animals when I was quite young. My godmother owned a vet...
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Abigail was the perfect pet sitter for us! She provided excellent care for our 3 dogs. One of my dogs has some medical needs and takes medication. Abigail did a terrific job meeting all of their needs! She provided updates to us about how they were all doing....

Shireen C.

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Alexandra S.


Waukee, IA

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver

Hello, my name is Alexandra! I am 29 and a SAHM of one! I have been watching children on and off for the past 16-17 years ranging in ages Newborn-18. My primary responsibilities included giving baths, preparing meals/snacks, providing transportation to activities, assisting with homework, putting the children down for...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alex has been wonderful over the years with babysitting and caring for our daughter since she was a baby. Our daughter is now 8 years old and we still have her take care of her when we are back in town. Alex is extremely attentive, caring, and reliable person that...

Renee R.

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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: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Naomi is a good person and she is a hard worker and friendly to work with, Naomi is a easy going person, a safe person to depend on."

Anne H.

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Janette B.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Assistant At Your Service!

I have years of experience as a personal and executive assistant experience. :) I can be of service in the following areas: errands, home management, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, event and travel planning, pet and house sitting, dog walks, and more! I look forward to helping you save time and simply your days!
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Kathryn L.


Johnston, IA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Housekeeper, Elder Care, Personal Assistant

After being a stay at home mom for 12 years and then working in home healthcare for the past 3, I have found what I'm passionate about. I love to help others. Helping you maintain your home, so you can enjoy your down time from your everyday routine is what it's all about. Relax, I've got the little stuff handled for you.
Kathryn can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
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Jenna R.


West Des Moines, IA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver & Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 + 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 have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and also Certification in Massage Therapy. I have...
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Jenna R.


West Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Marle

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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Dana R.


Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I would be able to provide errand service, personal assistance, and whatever you need to make your schedule less stressful. I have somewhat of a flexible schedule with transportation. I give attention to detail and am very thorough.
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Katie J.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Variety of services

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: Pet sitting
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: Personal care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep, respite care & more
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Jocelyn L.


Urbandale, IA

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver

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: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Recent personal assistant reviews in Grimes, IA

Jill M.

5.0

Jill is amazing. She does a thorough job when cleaning our home. She is communicative and flexible. Having Jill clean our home has been such a help with our busy schedules. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!!

- 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.

Shannon R.

5.0

Shannon is an excellent caregiver. Shannon takes time to go the extra mile with communication involving the care for our loved one. Shannon is trustworthy and very caring.

- Care member

Paulette S.

5.0

Paulette has been providing excellent care for my mother for over 11 years now. My mother is now 103 and suffering from a decline in her health. Paulette has been there for my family thru it all. She has run errands , been to doctor appointments, visited mom at the hospital thru a few illnesses...

- Care member

Susan H.

5.0

Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy. And, I can tell Susan truly cares about her and that means a lot to me.

- Care member

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