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Find therapy dogs in West Des Moines, IA that you’ll love

60 therapy dogs are listed in West Des Moines, IA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby therapy dogs is 6 years

Therapy dogs in West Des Moines, IA

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr • 6 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: Hospice services, dementia, visiting physician, personal care, respite care
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Katie K.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emma V.


Cumming, IA

$20-30/hr

Elementary Tutor

I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. Evening tutoring jobs work best for me! I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree in...
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Kathryn L.


Johnston, IA

$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Errands/Personal Shopper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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,...
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Pamela A.


Grimes, IA

$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Child Care Provider

With over two decades in the field of child care and early childhood education, I bring former training and education, experience, and quality care to offer professional child care services with flexibility and reasonable rates. Former owner operator of Bundles of Joy Quality Care. Professional references available. Yearly...
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CNA

Residential house cleaner successful at providing consistent and high quality cleaning services. Gifted at using cleaning equipment and supplies to sanitize and remove dirt and grime. Accommodates customer needs at all the time. Dedicated to exceptional standards of performance and quality.
Hathary can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
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Kim M.


Johnston, IA

$25/hr • 10 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: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Emma V.


Cumming, IA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I currently work full time teaching 3-year-old preschool and directing a before and after school childcare program. I am patient, reliable and creative when it comes to working with kids. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying and I have worked professionally with children since I graduated college with my bachelors degree...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jennifer C.


Waukee, IA

$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, honest and candid. I like caring for seniors because our elders hold the wisdom and the keys to inherit great joy in this lifetime. Showing patience and tenderness to those facing their later days is a calling for me. I come to listen, seek to understand and intend to show kindness...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
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Bethany S.


Norwalk, IA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I've had experience working with individuals with special needs in a variety of different areas including daycare, babysitting and therapy. I am also attending college for special education. I very much enjoy working with those with special needs largely because of my brother who has been diagnosed with special needs.
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Heaven K.


Norwalk, IA

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Home Maker

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

High skills of multi-tasking and organizing. Able to follow direct orders to fit client needs. Able to provide exceptional service. Comfortable with pets. Deep cleaning experience. Meal Preparation
Heaven can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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Madison C.


Norwalk, IA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant In DSM Metro

Hello, I am a very reliable caregiver in the area. I have over 5 years in the healthcare industry ranging from assisted living, nursing homes, memory care units, and more recently home health services. I have a super flexible schedule and can work with you on the hours/days you might need. I am CPR/BLS certified. Hourly rate is...
Madison can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Shannon R.


Waukee, IA

$30-38/hr • 10 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. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr. visits/taking notes, following up on referrals), medications,...
Shannon can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Alexandra S.


Waukee, IA

$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Alexandra! I'm a mom of one and I've had more than 14 years of childcare experience amongst retail, serving, customer service and more! A few things about me are I am a very outgoing person. I love swimming, biking, camping, movies, video games, reading and spending time with my family! I have ALWAYS been...
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Jocelyn L.


Urbandale, IA

$30-35/hr • 6 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: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Hi, I'm Molly! I am passionate about fostering a safe, creative and expressive environment for kids of all ages. I have 5 years of experience with kids and adults with special and individualized needs. During the day I am a personal trainer and about to start massage therapy school- I am looking for a fun and rewarding way to...
Molly can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding & more

Amber L.


Clive, IA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I have been working part-time as an organizer and housekeeper for 10+ years. I love housekeeping work and I even find it therapeutic. I am very meticulous and thorough and I pay great attention to detail when I am doing my cleaning work. I clean kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, basements, and garages. I dust, wet...
Amber can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization & more
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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Matracea but I go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Teaching was not always my first career choice. My whole life I wanted to be a vet, so pet care services allow me to get the best of both worlds. I have grown up around animals and I am comfortable...
Matracea can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Mary G.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$25/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, personal care, transportation, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Mary has been a Godsend ! She is very very reliable and our mother loves her ! Mary has given us the much needed break we have needed. She is sweet and very kind. She has a great understanding of dementia and the aging processes. "

Lisa M.

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Matracea W.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Minor in Child, Adult, and Family Services in 2021. I have 10+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have 8 years of experience working in childcare centers and school...
Matracea can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Matracea is very dependable and caring. She is also very patient with the kids. My daughter loved her. I would certainly hire her again."

Ashraf Q.

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Therapy Dogs in West Des Moines, IA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed therapy dogs.