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Providers for senior transportation in Polk City, IA

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Sophie W.


Ankeny, IA

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

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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, home modification, errands, respite care, transportation, light cleaning & more

Caitlin H.


Johnston, IA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have been a CNA for three years. I currently work at an agency and go to many different long-term care facilities as well as home care.
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, respite care, transportation, meal prep & more

Rylie D.


Ankeny, IA

$17-24/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as hardworking, caring, dependable I started caring for seniors when I was a junior in high school. I am now a junior in college and continue to work as a CNA throughout nursing school. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my friends and family, be outdoors, and go camping. One thing you...
Rylie can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands & more
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: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Ema P.


Windsor Heights, IA

$14-26/hr

Quality Of Life Enthusiast

5.0

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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: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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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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: Errands, personal care, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Paulette was a compassionate companion for my father. I felt very confident in the care my father received. Deb"

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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, light cleaning, transportation, companionship & more
5.0
"MARY is a compassionate, professional, trustworthy caregiver! She communicates promptly and thoroughly to your satisfaction, always quick to ask any questions and offer ideas for making my mom's life better and our arrangements easy. She was hired to provide care...

Nancyann T.

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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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & 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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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: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & 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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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, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
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.

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Shannon R.


Waukee, IA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 15+ years experience working with the aging population. I am passionate about serving seniors in their home (wherever that may be) as long as safely possible while also keeping them connected to improve their quality of life. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr....
Shannon can also help with: Home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Shannon has been one of my 85-year-old mother's helpers for over a year. We love her! Reliable at showing up and following safety measures throughout the pandemic, she has shown consistent love, care and compassion to Mom AND her 3 old poopy cats! Shannon is a...

Cherie B.

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Amelia G.


West Des Moines, IA

$25-30/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: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amelia is kind and caring. She has a beautiful smile and is always there with a quiet helping hand. I felt completely comfortable to leave my ailing mother in her capable hands."

Lisa B.

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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: Dementia, home modification, personal care
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Shelley N.


Des Moines, IA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Shelley. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I'm a 45-year-old Advanced Nurse assistant/ Hospice Aide and Homecare provider with over 25 years experience. I have achieved a wide variety of different skills through several positions in the medical field such as: Dementia/Alzheimer's care, End of life care(...
Shelley can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Shelley is an honest and caring person who takes into consideration how others feel. Compassionate towards others and hard working. "

Connie F.

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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, home modification, hospice services
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...

Gail J.

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: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind."

Maximo P.

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home Care. Dementia care ALDs
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, personal care & 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...
Hi, I'm Heather. I am compassionate, patient, and a good listener. I love spending time with people who are elderly and am open to helping with many different situations that you may have. I have been a social worker for 15 years. I am safe, reliable and have reliable transportation. I love animals, so they are no problem....
Heather can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more

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Recent senior transportation reviews in Polk City, IA

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

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

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.

Diamond M.

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.

- Care member

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

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