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Senior care providers in Elkhart, IA

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Carol L.


Ankeny, IA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assistant

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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: Meal prep, errands, personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning
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Libby B.


Huxley, IA

$8-13/hr5 yrs exp

I enjoy the caregiver role to all ages. I worked at Comfort House, a 10-bed hospice in McAllen, TX as a Direct Care Aid. In addition, I cared for persons with profound mental and physical disabilities as a CNA at Swann Special Care Center in Illinois. I find joy in serving others with utmost dignity and respect.
Libby can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, dementia, meal prep & more
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Ava A.


Ankeny, IA

$15-20/hr

Senior Care

Hi! My name is Ava :) I go to DMACC in Ankeny for elementary education. I would love to help clean for you, cook for you, and run any errands you may need!
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
I am a pastor's wife, looking to help those who need a little extra care.
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Olivia F.


Ankeny, IA

$18-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked as a CNA for almost 6 years and I am currently in nursing school going for my Bachelor of Science Nursing. I absolutely love caring for others, and I am excited to continue in my healthcare journey!
Olivia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

I have worked in the banking industry for most of my career and have held many roles including customer service roles. My most recent role was as an internal auditor for a community bank. I am looking for a rewarding career change. I have a strong desire to help people. l would bring a professional demeanor and caring and...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Hello! My name is Sophia, and I am a recent graduate of Iowa State University. I am looking for work in the Ankeny area, but could travel within the Des Moines area. I have always gotten along well with, and enjoyed, seniors. I truly believe that older people have the best stories, and love to learn from those with different...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
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Alyvia S.


Baxter, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had experience with all ages and stages of life and have had the opportunity to work with children and elderly all of my life. I have attended college courses in the Health Occupations program at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) and have gained valuable information that will help Me with any Certified Nursing...
Skills:

CNA

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Mary G.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Compassion And Care

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: Meal prep, errands, personal care, transportation, light cleaning, 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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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: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is reliable and a compassionate person"

Rael K.

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Rachel B.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Outgoing Fun Care Taker That Patient, Understanding And A Great Listener

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Rachel and I have over 4 years of experience as a care Taker. I have provided care in California and relocated to Iowa with my family. I currently work for A-plus Home Care and looking to find part time work in-between. I am friendly, understanding and a great listener.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rachel was wonderful with my mom on home hospice. She worked 8-10am every morning the last week of her life and was always right on time. "

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Edith M.


Des Moines, IA

$40-50/hr

Senior Care

Hi! I'm reliable and a caring person. I understand that you want the best for your loved one. I can help with light housekeeping and can keep them company with fun things they like to do. Maybe you just need someone to stay with them for a few hours and keep them company. I enjoy spending time with people. I'm outgoing and have...
Edith can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship
5.0
"Edith is very informative, detail oriented, and friendly. I've relied on her service for years and trust she will meet my care service needs with attentiveness."

Eddie A.

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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: Dementia, errands, hospice services, personal care, companionship, 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...

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Hawa B.


Des Moines, IA

$8-19/hr8 yrs exp

Ms. Hawa B

I have 8 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. And more
Hawa can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
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Maricela V.


Des Moines, IA

$22-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello

Hello everybody! I have experience working with seniors! I took care of different people with each having different situations! Whether it's help with the home cook meal or just somebody to talk to you I will be there!
Maricela can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

My name is Jenifer, I'm 42 years old. I've been a professional nanny, with the last 2 years as an elderly caregiver. I have experience with transferring, G-tubes, and dietary restrictions
Jenifer can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Kim M.


Johnston, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years. Have had my own private home care business for over 15 years Dealing with dementia patients in their homes or their families homes. My specialty is dementia, Alzheimer's strokes, dementia end of life care,. I provide all activities of daily living, light housekeeping, laundry,...
Kim can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Brianna K.


Urbandale, IA

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bri K, and I am a senior at the University. I am passionate about providing quality and attentive care to patients. Over the past three years, I've honed my skills as a certified nursing assistant in a range of care environments. These include long-term care facilities, memory care, complex medical care...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Selina O.


Des Moines, IA

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Fours Years Of Caregiver Experience Since 2019 To Present.

I have been a caregiver for last four years and half, I have cared for hospices patients, memory care patients, and just clients that need everyday care and support. Am a very patient and caring person, I will care for your loved one like I would want them to care for my own parents. I was a nurse for over 15 years am slowing...
Selina can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, dementia, transportation
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Kari H.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi ! I am a caring , kind and loving person . I helped take care of my 101-year-old grandmother, and to date, it is one of my greatest accomplishments . I enjoy listening and talking to seniors . I learn alot from them .. elders are wise ! In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my children, their spouses and my...
Kari can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep

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Recent senior care reviews in Elkhart, 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.

Naomi M.

5.0

She is reliable and a compassionate person

- Rael K.

Rachel B.

5.0

Rachel was wonderful with my mom on home hospice. She worked 8-10am every morning the last week of her life and was always right on time.

- Care member

Edith M.

5.0

Edith is very informative, detail oriented, and friendly. I've relied on her service for years and trust she will meet my care service needs with attentiveness.

- Eddie A.

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

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