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Loretta D.


Ames, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Helpful Caregiver

5.0

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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: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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.

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: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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
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Home Health Aide

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, dementia, hospice services, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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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, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, personal care & 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...

Care member

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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Rachel G.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr

Senior Care Provided By Patient Former Specia Education Teacher

I would love to care for your senior family member. I am a common and patient person who was a special education teacher for years. I am willing to take care of housekeeping, personal care, companionship, and other needs.
Rachel can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands
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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: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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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: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Sophie W.


Ankeny, IA

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help!

I'd describe my personality as friendly I like caring for seniors because it makes me happy to help others in need. I'm looking for a job that enables me to support my clients and build relationships. I started caring for seniors when I was employed at a senior living center three years ago. In my spare time, I like to spend...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, transportation & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

I trained as a CNA 6 years ago but let my certification lapse. I've worked the past 2 years as a professional caregiver for seniors in their homes. I have experience with dementia and hospice care and can help with all ADLs.
Teagan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
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Sierra C.


Johnston, IA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Loving And Patient Assistant

I have my CNA certification with experience working in a nursing home and respite care for people with special needs. I am kind, hard working, patient and attentive.
Sierra can also help with: Respite care, specialized care, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Deanna S.


Des Moines, IA

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a pastor's wife with 30 years experience of both paid and volunteer senior care (both in home care and within care facilities). I have my certification for both CMA1 and CPR and have completed recent in-home care training through my previous employer. References are available upon request. I would love to help you...
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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: Respite care, dementia, personal care
My name is Taylor, and I have a passion for helping people! After my grandmother was placed in a nursing home, I learned I love nursing homes and elderly folks. Please reach out if your looking for help with senior care, whether it's a simple walk or providing a listening hear to those who need it, I'd love to help.
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning
I have experience learning about dementia and Alzheimer's, including real life conversation and situations. Although I do not have a degree, my field of study is psychology and I love it! I love helping and taking care of people. I am willing to help do some cleaning, meal prep, .
Amber can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, respite care, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Britney M.


Ankeny, IA

$35-43/hr

Companion For Seniors

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun, and friendly. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy providing companionship to the elders of my community. I'm looking for a job that allows me to aid in the care of a senior and/or give respite for their caretakers. I haven't cared for seniors in a formal capacity...
Britney can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, respite care
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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, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

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: Hospice services, respite care, visiting physician, personal care, dementia

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Recent senior care reviews in Huxley, IA

Loretta D.

5.0

Loretta is top notch. She is very knowledgeable, very personable, and very dependable. She has provided expert senior care to my loved one, including doctor visits, and managing a wheelchair for those. I recommend her with no reservations.

- Elaine J.

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

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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