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I have several years experience caring for seniors. It is my passion. I strongly believe that keeping our seniors in their own homes as long as possible keeps them happy and healthier. I would love the opportunity to help your family!
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Karinda O.
Maxwell, IA
$22-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I am a mother of a HS graduate and a son who is 8 yrs old. I have worked in many areas of caregiving from child care to elderly. My WHY: I choose elder as I have found it my passion to assist and care for and creating a fun, open, comfortable...
Karinda can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I helped to take care of all my grandparents, including my husband's grandparent that is still living. He will be 90 years old this year and has dementia. Give cia and care, cooking/preparing some meals, help with some cleaning after meals, drive around to see the city and get some air, watch some movies and mostly listen a lot...
Narda can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Iqueisha B.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
At the moment my recent passion has been my current job as a lead teacher at Koliaty time . I absolutely love working with kids. Two years ago I was a caregiver for mainstream living. I left the company due to lack of an hours. I had one client I grew to have a wonderful relationship with whom I still spend time with. Care. com...
Iqueisha can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
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I became certified as a Nurse's Aide during my senior year of high school, and I completed the 150 hours course through DMACC. I completed my clinicals in both nursing homes and hospitals. In the nursing homes, I spent most of my time caring for residents on the memory care portion of the home. At the hospital, I cared for a...
Katie can also help with: Specialized care, personal care, mobility assistance, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
20 years experienced in health care field. Love helping others. I Have great work ethic . Very dependable and reliable . I've worked with many families that are very pleased with my cares . I strive to give excellent care. Everyone have a blessed day
Shakira can also help with: Home modification, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CNA
Paola L.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Patience. People who need care often take longer to complete simple tasks
Empathy and understanding are absolutely necessary. I'm available for senior care caregiving job
Paola can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I am a licensed CNA looking for part-time care giving opportunities in the Des Moines Metro area. I have over 9 years experience working with older adults to help them maintain their active and independent lifestyle. My previous tasks included: personal care assistance, light housekeeping, home management, meal preparation,...
Susan can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
36 years of nursing. Love being a caregiver, have a passion for children and seniors.
Have my own car and can transport to appointments.
Catherine can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
I might need to get some certifications for this type of work. I'd like to work with people and help people in various ways. I'd like to try caregiving and think I'd be good at it.
Sheri can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Ankeny, IA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Ankeny, IA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Ankeny, IA will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Ankeny.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Ankeny, IA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Ankeny, IA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $11.20 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Ankeny, IA?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Ankeny, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Ankeny, IA or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Ankeny before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Ankeny, IA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Ankeny, IA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.