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32 senior care providers are listed in Ames, IA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 4 years

Senior care providers in Ames, IA

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Masie L.


Ames, IA

$20/hr

Part Time Senior Caregive

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Hi! In June of 2021 I got my CNA and Advanced CNA. I work at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames and will be working as a patient care tech there.
Masie can also help with: Mobility assistance, visiting physician, companionship, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Tamberly B.


Ames, IA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Friendly And Capable

Skip the nursing home and stay in your own home! I would be happy to help! I loved being a Hospice nurse back when we would go into Client's home and make it the best it could be for months. I have since put my nursing license on hold, but I still thoroughly enjoy people. I picture good conversation and enriching each other's...
Tamberly can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
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Lisa K.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I love caring for seniors and have a couple years of experience. I used to live with my Grandpa and I would help take care of him on many different levels. I would be a companion, and keep him company, go on walks with him, and help remind me about his medication. I would also take him to any appointments that he would have. I...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
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Rachelle L.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Rachelle and I'm 40 and I have been taking care of my 90-year-old grandma for at least 10 years now. She needs to be taken to the chiropractor and doctors etc. because she is going blind. I basically do errands for her when needed and take care of any lawn work as needed. I have also taken care of a 93-year-old for...
Rachelle can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, visiting physician, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

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Brenda B.


Ames, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Associate

I am a very diverse, positive, and outgoing person. I have been working with people young and old nearly all my life. Doing the kind of work I have been doing makes me want to spread my talents of being an honest, caring, compassionate, and fun-loving care-giver further than retirement homes. Being friendly and outgoing has...
Brenda can also help with: Specialized care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Teresa E.


Ames, IA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate, Prompt, Patient, Hard Working, Empathetic , Dedicated

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Home Care, meal prep, organization, light house keeping, laundry, and most importantly companionship. I'm currently working as a homecare provider who has a strong rapport with every client I work with. I hope I can be of service to you or a family member. This is my passion.
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Brianna D.


Ames, IA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

In May 2024, I obtained a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. I have experience in caregiving in the home for a client with oxygen needed 24/7 and love working with all ages. I have been in charge of medication prompting, engaging in physical exercise with my client, preparing...
Brianna can also help with: Personal care, transportation, companionship
I would make an excellent companion for an aging senior. I have tons of unofficial experience with seniors, as my mom has worked in senior living her whole adult life. I have experience working with early stage dementia.
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
As a dedicated junior at Iowa State University, I bring over two years of experience caring for elderly, where I have skills in meal preparation, cleaning, and providing compassionate care. My background in supporting seniors has equipped me with a strong understanding of their unique needs and preferences. I am committed to...
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia
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Jennifer H.


Ames, IA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello, my name is Jennifer and I have over 5 years experience in direct patient care. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) with an associates degree in Health Information Technology. I specialize in geriatric care that consists of activities of daily living, medication management/administration, hygiene care and much more. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Mollie C.


Ames, IA

$8-24/hr1 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Me

Hello! My name is Mollie, I am 18 years old. I have worked as a CNA for the last year, I really enjoy working with older people because they have so many stories to tell, and are amazing to be around! I have experience working in units with people with dementia and alzheimer's, as well as providing everyday needs to people's...
Mollie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Jessica B.


Ames, IA

$15/hr1 yrs exp

I live in Ames. I own a vehicle. I am a non-smoker. I am very reliable, optimistic, and full of energy! I would love to become a companion for someone and treat them like family! I have a very flexible schedule and can discuss any days/hours you may need! If this sounds like a good fit for you, it would be great to get to...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
I am a very fast learner, gentle, and patient. I have no problem completing any tasks that are given. I provide senior care.
Janessa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation
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Kelsey C.


Ames, IA

$8-50/hr9 yrs exp

Dedicated And Compassionate

Hello, my name is Kelsey. I'm a mom to two teens and currently work full time as a pharmacy technician. I worked for 2 years in an assisted living as both a CNA and a medication aide. After that, I worked for 7 years as a patient care technician at a hospital.
Kelsey can also help with: Errands, companionship
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Maganda Hope S.


Ames, IA

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experience, Friendly And Responsible

I have a CNA license. I took care of my husband until he died of colon cancer. I was a nanny for several years. I took care of my Elderly GrandParents. I have great people skills, and I am a good listener. I have excellent computer skills. I also am a good cook.
Maganda Hope can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

Loretta D.


Ames, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Helpful Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with a wide range of things to keep seniors in their home longer. I got my CNA about 24 yrs ago and then got my med tech a couple yrs later. I've worked in nursing homes & group homes until about 7 yrs ago. I started working for nonmedical homecare at that time. I started private...
Loretta can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Loretta has been an amazing help to my mother with Parkinson's. She does her bathing, dressing, light cooking & cleaning, helps manage care of her catheter, etc. I would definitely recommend her for you or a loved one!"

Marcia M.

Nancy B.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Good morning, I am writing to apply for the position. My name is Nancy. I am from Ecuador. Your job description seems an excellent fit to my education, internship experience, caring nature and career interests. My background in Psychology, my experience, as well as my emphatic nature has given me the tools and the abilities...
Nancy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Erin N.


Ames, IA

$8-13/hr2 yrs exp

Empathetic And Enthusiastic Caregiver

I have been in adult healthcare for over two years in nursing home settings but want to encourage independence in the elderly community by keeping people at home as long as possible! I've worked with memory care patients, patients with Down syndrome, and other neurological disorders. I have done care with hospice patients as...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Sonia F.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time/Part-time Caregiver Available

I like to interact with people, I love to give the best of me to help others. Assisting with personal care bathing and grooming, dressing and exercise. Basic food preparation, preparing meals, shopping, housekeeping, laundry, helping with medical appointments and other errands.
Sonia can also help with: Personal care

Ella V.


Ames, IA

$18-28/hr3 yrs exp

I am CNA/Advanced CNA Certified and CPR Certified. I currently work full time at Mary Greeley in the Behavioral Health Department and work with psychiatric patients. I have experience from dementia, to schizophrenia, to ID, to senior care!
Ella can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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