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Senior care providers in Altoona, IA

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Donna G.


Altoona, IA

$8-13/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate And Respectful Caregiver

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24 years working with the developmentally disabled and mentally disabled. 20 years working in substance abuse and mental health. 3 years in behavioral intervention services with chronically mentally ill children. 10 years working in ICF and HCBS group homes.
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, respite care
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: Personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Haley B.


Altoona, IA

$16-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Haley. I am been working in the Human Services field for about 7 years now. I truly enjoy caring for others and being a companion for those in need. I am able and willing to transport, cook, clean, provide bathing, medication management and much, much more. I believe that the best gift in life is caring for...
Haley can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

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Bonnie B.


Altoona, IA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Compassionate caregiver with prior years experience as a CNA providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled.
Bonnie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Alexa H.


Altoona, IA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi there! I have been a CNA for the last 4 years! I also have my EMT! I am extremely comfortable with geriatric care, mechanical lifts, dementia care and helping with meals. Well aging is a part of life, it doesn't mean we loose dignity in doing the things we love. I strive to provide that for each patient I come into contact...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Staci N.


Altoona, IA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

LIKE FAMILY

I have taken care of my Auntie with Alzheimer's. A lady with Parkinson's and a gentleman with ALS. I treat everyone with great respect and care. Just like I would like to be treated myself.
Staci can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have experience working with senior for more than 15years that l learn so much about Cooking different food . Assist with Activities of daily living , A company to Doctors visit, Light house clean, shopping, Meal preparation, Escort store , Movie Theater and Navigation the community, Assist with Range of Emotions Exercise and...
Hawa can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Mary G.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Compassion And Care

5.0

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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: Transportation, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
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...

Beth O.

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Laura Z.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Personal Care And Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm very easygoing and likeable! I have my own transportation and will help with rides to/from appointments. Very happy to help with cleaning, meal prep, engaging in activities and just being a friend! CPR certified and have several years experience with infection control and caring for elderly people in a healthcare...
Laura can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Excellent Caregiver/Companion!! She has done an amazing job taking care of my mother with frontal lobe dementia while I worked away from home. I call Laura the Bonnie Whisperer because she can get mom to do things I can't:) She's taken on her total care:...

Jonnie N.

Since I was younger I've always enjoyed being around older people, so much that till this day I can name all of them. I'm highly mature for my age and weirdly enough it feels like they understand me. Although I've never been paid to be a companion, I feel like it's just second nature to me.
Janiya can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
5.0
"She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind."

Maximo P.

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Midasia D.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

A Caring Friend You Can Trust :)

Hello! my name is Midasia but I go by Daisy! I started caring for seniors in 2011 right after graduating high school! After passing the dmacc cna exams to be certified, I worked in a nursing home for 4 years, then found myself to love working in home care! I've worked with a wide range of disabilities and have experience in...
Midasia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services & more
My sister recently died of breast cancer. I stayed with her around the clock and cared for her helping her to the bathroom, dressing, preparing food, running errands etc.
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Alexandra T.


Des Moines, IA

$24-34/hr

Carrer Caregiver

So my experience with caregiving and household management has been across-the-board, mainly for children. In my more recent years now being in my 30s, I realize how much I crave adult interaction and being able to help an adult in need. My experience has been everything from meal, prep, laundry, errands running, dishes,...
Alexandra can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
I enjoy helping others. I cared for my elderly parents, running errands, cleaning, meal prep, companionship. I am very outgoing and interact well with all ages. I love spending time with senior family members. Seeing their face light up when they have company. I pride myself in being overly attentive to detail, empathic and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
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Angie M.


Bondurant, IA

$21-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Angie, a little about me, I have spent several years as an at-home caregiver, specializing in hospice care and supporting clients with mental disabilities, trauma, schizophrenia, and PTSD. I am personable and enjoy engaging in conversations, which fuels my passion for working with people. This fall, I will be...
Angie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Licensed Nurse

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Vianey C.


Des Moines, IA

$19-22/hr2 yrs exp

The elderly has a wealth of knowledge that they love to share about life and their experiences. I enjoy their appreciation for you being their caregiver and they seem so grateful. I treat them the same way I would like to be treated and the way I would like my mother to be treated if she needed care. I have over 2 years of...
Vianey can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Experienced and reliable caregiver with over 5+ years of experience in elder care and their families. Charismatic, caring, and calm. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Willing to transport clients to appointments and events.
Jasmine can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Carol L.


Ankeny, IA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assistant

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: Personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
I'm looking for one time or as needed roles that allows flexibility for my full time job. My skills include patience, kindness, love for children, elderly, and all I care for.
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Savana B.


Ankeny, IA

$20-24/hr4 yrs exp

CNA

Hi, I'm Savana. I've worked at my local nursing home done l since I was 15 and have been a CNA for the last 3 years. I've worked with residents that range in age from mid 40s-100+. I am familiar with dementia care and hospice care. I help with ADLs including ROM, bathing, toileting, feeding, etc. I love being a CNA and taking...
Savana can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
Skills:

CNA

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Recent senior care reviews in Altoona, IA

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.

Laura Z.

5.0

Excellent Caregiver/Companion!! She has done an amazing job taking care of my mother with frontal lobe dementia while I worked away from home. I call Laura the Bonnie Whisperer because she can get mom to do things I can't:) She's taken on her total care: scheduling doctor and chiropractor...

- Jonnie N.

Janiya P.

5.0

She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind.

- Maximo P.

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