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37 personal assistants are listed in Waukee, IA
The average rate is $13/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for personal assistants is 3 years
Personal assistants in Waukee, IA
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Alexandra! I am 27 and a SAHM of one! I have been watching children on and off for the past 14-15 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex is great with children. She interacts and entertains well with all ages. She is pleasant and on time. "
Emilie Q.
Tankaseh G.
Waukee, IA
$11-25/hr
I'm a positive and energetic mother of two, for several years, I worked as an housekeeper and home health care provider at an assisting living facilities, I worked off and on at group homes and done some housekeeping services work at churches and in people homes. I'm currently a college student at Tarrant County College looking...
Tankaseh can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
Gisselle R.
Waukee, IA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Gisselle And Here's A Little Bit About Myself :)
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and understanding.
I like working with kids because I love their energy, being able to assist them to physically and mentally live a healthy life style. It is incredibly rewarding being able to watch the children grow. I have always wanted kids of my own and I love helping people....
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: 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.
5.0
(1)
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: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
(12)
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: Personal care, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & 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...
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: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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.
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: Basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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...
Dana R.
Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 10 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.
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, hospice services, dementia, visiting physician, personal care
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: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Elizabeth P.
West Des Moines, IA
$30-49/hr • 3 yrs exp
Nurturing Caregiver With A Passion For Respectful, Personalized Support.
I am a registered nurse and recently left my aesthetic career of 19 years to chase a more purposeful passion for working with others in a deeper, more rewarding way.
I have worked in home care, part-time for 5 years, assisting 2 quadriplegics with bowel care and activities of daily living including bathing and dressing,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, home modification
Alexandra F.
Des Moines, IA
$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My creative and fun-loving personality makes time spent a joy for children. With four years of experience, I am most comfortable caring for up to three children, aged 3/4 to 11. With a background in Social Work, Education Studies, and Human Relations I value...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a certified teacher with 8 years of experience, I'm enthusiastic about nurturing the growth of young minds. My passion for fostering children's development and making a positive impact on their lives inspired me to become a caregiver. Parents can expect regular written reports and open verbal communication about their child's...
Claira can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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.
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: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
I'd describe my personality as nice, empathy and respectful
I love what I do. I like to care for others, and I have been working as a caregiver for most of my life. I have over 20 years of experience in this field. I like to connect with people. I am a certified nursing assistant.
Rosa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Waukee, IA
Alexandra S.
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 we can always count on. She takes...
- Renee R.
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.
Paulette S.
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 from what I oberved with my wife....
- Care member
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
Abigail P.
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. She met the dogs before we left. I...
- Shireen C.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Waukee
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Waukee, IA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Waukee, IA on Care.com as of November, 2024 is $13.67 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Waukee?
Care.com has 3 personal assistants in Waukee, IA. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Waukee or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Waukee?
Most personal assistants in Waukee, IA can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Waukee. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.