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Senior care providers in Grimes, IA

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

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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: Personal care, respite care, visiting physician, dementia, hospice services
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Rowen S.


Grimes, IA

$20-43/hr4 yrs exp

Home Health Aid!

Hello! I have experience in being home health aide, geriatrics, multiple nursing homes, I have also worked in hospice, i'm currently going to nursing school part time and I'm looking to switch to home health because I love one on one time with patience and as you may know nursing homes and assisted living is very fast pace. I'm...
Rowen can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

I am the youngest of 5 girls, a senior myself I know what it takes to help others. I am a good housekeeper that enjoys meal prep. Very active, love to walk.
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Ruth N.


Grimes, IA

$20-50/hr12 yrs exp

I'm very caring, hard working and believe in time I like caring for seniors because I have a passion being a help by assisting with what they can't do for themselves physically. I just love being around seniors and listening to things of the past when communicating with them. I'm looking for a job I am looking to a great pay...
Ruth can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
I'm hard working, friendly, respectful, reliable, and etc. I'd describe my personality as cheerful, caring and reliable down to earth. I like caring for seniors because I love being around adultly people assisting them doing choices that they can't afford doing and having companionship. Listening to conversations about things...
Ruth can also help with: Errands, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Nicole Z.


Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Companion & Assistant F/T Or P/T, Flexible Hours

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Experienced Senior Companion and Assistant with over 6 years experience. I have worked in private homes, and assisted living, memory care, healthcare organizations. Prior to my current role as companion and assistant to seniors, I was an Activities Director with seniors. I'm skilled with a wide variety of physical, verbal, and...
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Nicole is a top notch companion to my mom who has moderate dementia. She is kind, sincere, caring and patient. Nicole is truly interested in being a health care partner who is willing to work alongside myself and my mom to ensure she gets the best care possible....

Jean S.

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: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, 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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Ema P.


Windsor Heights, IA

$14-26/hr

Quality Of Life Enthusiast

I'd describe my personality as gentle, warm, and calm. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy their personalities, wisdom, and interests, and I enjoy bringing wellbeing. I'm looking for a job that gives me meaning and enhances my skills. In my spare time, I like to play cards, have good conversations, bake, enjoy music,...
Ema can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Ema is such a bright light with an ability to connect with anyone in a kind and encouraging way. My daughter always enjoyed her time with Ema. She balanced developing a relationship with ensuring appropriate rules are also followed. "

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Amelia G.


West Des Moines, IA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Experience: Truth mark home care services from 2014 to 2021. Wesleylife at home services. from 2021 to 2024. Highly reliable and collaborative player with excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a patient, empathetic approach to helping others. Senior care available.
Amelia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amelia is such a loving caregiver. She cared for my mom and was always on time. She took good care of my mom and made sure of all her needs were met. My family and I are so grateful for her."

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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: Companionship, personal care, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands & 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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Julie L.


West Des Moines, IA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a care giver over 10 years. I have experience with neuropathy, Afib, Congestive Heart failure, Diabetes, Dementia, Wheel chair, Oxygen, walkers, gate belts, Hoyer lift, companionship, cooking, driving to Dr. visits taking notes, and medications. I took care of my mom for many years and many clients, but I took...
Julie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification
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Jenna R.


West Des Moines, IA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

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: Personal care, hospice services, home modification
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...

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Diamond M.


Waukee, IA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Engaging Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Diamond, and I am an experienced and dependable caregiver with over 10 years of experience taking care of children and the elderly. With my extensive background in caregiving, I am confident I can provide anyone with a safe, fun and stable environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves to learn...
Diamond can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Helped take care of siblings when I was unable to. Like dropping them off to school, making sure they did their homework, fed, clothed them. "

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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: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a motivated young adult looking to promote patient care and help seniors live their best lives! I have one year of experience between home health and facility care settings. I can assist with anything you need!
Abigail can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, errands, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Kathryn L.


Johnston, IA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Housekeeping, Cooking, Senior Or Childcare And Looking To Work PT/FT. Flexible Hours!

After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 3 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
Kathryn can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
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Jocelyn L.


Urbandale, IA

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

I've always been able to connect with older generations and am able to provide companionship. I volunteered through school to go to nursing homes to paint residents' fingernails and play board games. I have also provided transportation for a friend to an adult day-center. I am available for transportation and for drop-in...
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Jordyn W.


Waukee, IA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Jordyn. I have been a CNA for almost 7 years. I have worked in a nursing home, dementia care unit, and rehabilitation center. I currently work at an assisted living facility. I love getting to know and learn about others stories and experiences. Along with helping with their day to day activities and needs.
Jordyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Irinieta R.


West Des Moines, IA

$16-50/hr10 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: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more

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Recent senior care reviews in Grimes, IA

Nicole Z.

5.0

Nicole is amazing! She is such a great communicator with my mother-in-law who has dementia. She is able to help her with many tasks and activities and does things in a way that makes my mother-in-law feel respected and happy. Nicole is flexible and very caring. I cannot say enough great things about...

- Niki S.

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.

Ema P.

5.0

Ema is such a bright light with an ability to connect with anyone in a kind and encouraging way. My daughter always enjoyed her time with Ema. She balanced developing a relationship with ensuring appropriate rules are also followed.

- Care member

Amelia G.

4.0

excellent worker Very attentive

- Care member

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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