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36 personal assistants are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $28/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 9 years
Personal assistants in West Des Moines, IA
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: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, dusting & more
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...
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, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth P.
West Des Moines, IA
$30-49/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nurturing Caregiver With A Passion For Respectful, Personalized Support.
I am a registered nurse and End of Life Doula.
I currently work part time for an ALS client, doing private in home care. In the past I have assisted quadriplegics with bowel care and activities of daily living including bathing and dressing, medications,
catheter care, g tubes, and trach care.
I enjoying connecting and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, home modification
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, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Irinieta R.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Irinieta. I Am 33 Years Old . I Am Married .
I'd describe my personality as Loving, Kind and Honest
I love caring for seniors because I took care of my grandparents when they were home. And I found joy in it .
I'm looking for a job that has a safe environment and I am able to do hands on with the client. Whether it's helping them around the house, taking them to...
Irinieta can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
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: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Molly R.
West Des Moines, IA
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Providing Excellent Care & Support.
Hello, I have 7 years of professional experience with disable adults & the special needs community. I am currently employed as a direct support supervisor for a group home that assists disabled adults with special needs/variety of intellectual disorders. I am currently looking for a second employment to better support my...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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.
5.0
(2)
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, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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.
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: Light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, companionship, 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.
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, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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.
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, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
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
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: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands, transportation, respite care & more
Katie J.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am looking to earn extra 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 this service every...
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, visiting physician, hospice services, respite 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: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent personal assistant reviews in West Des Moines, IA
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.
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.
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.
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.
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in West Des Moines
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in West Des Moines, IA?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $28.18 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 West Des Moines?
Care.com has 11 personal assistants in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
Most personal assistants in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.