Growing up, I helped care for two of my ailing grandparents for many years. My mother has also worked in a nursing home for over 20 years, where I volunteered throughout my childhood and teenage years. I believe in providing loving, responsible, respectful and quality care for all senior citizens.
Melissa can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
One of the best jobs I ever had was working as an Activities Assistant for a retirement community. I loved spending time with everyone there, learning about their lives, and providing support in ways that were needed and requested.
Since then, I have worked as a Care. com Caregiver, providing cleaning support for families and...
Hi, I'm Marissa. I am a compassionate, loving, go with the flow type of person. I enjoy bringing my positive attitude, and warm personality to all those I encounter. I strive to provide comfort and safety to those I work with, as well as conversation and inspiration in times of need. Companionship is something we all need in...
Marissa can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Hi - I'm currently a senior at the University of Iowa studying therapeutic recreation . I am offering special needs services and senior care, and household services.
I have been a caregiver for 5+ years for elderly and people with disabilities. I am open to helping out with household errands and can cook, clean. I have...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Hi! I am currently a nurse at an adult day health center in Marion, IA. I also have pediatric nursing experience at the University of Iowa Children's Hospital. I have a love for caring for children as well as seniors! Prior to becoming a nurse & was a CNA for 6 years and I have a lot of experience with dementia care...
Amber can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands & more
Hi my name is Mayada. I have worked as a caregiver for 6 years. I have received a CNA certificate and I am trained in CPR. I am currently working as a CNA at Briarwood health care Center. I have been working there for a year. I am pet friendly and I like caring for others.
I previously worked at a nursing home for about a year. I would give them a bath and tidying up their room. During this job, I worked similarly to a CNA when caring for the residents. I made sure they were comfortable and had everything they needed/wanted, along with keeping them safe.
Desteny can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning
I love helping and making difference in someone is life, I treat everyone based on how I would love to be treated. I have worked as Caregiver for 5 years I loved everything about my job makes me happy when I make different in people life. I also worked in housekeeping filed for 8 years and I enjoy cleaning and orginzing...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care
Hello! I have about 3 years worth of CNA experience, mainly in geriatrics. My time working with this patient population has been enjoying and has helped influence me to go into nursing. I'm currently a Kirkwood Nursing student, about half way through the RN program. I have assisted in caring for patients with end stage Dementia,...
Ellyn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
I'm a former professional caregiver of 12years but been caring for different family members of my own for most of my adult life. I've assisted the elderly with daily needs such as med reminders, transport, light house work, personal care, food prep, and companionship. The clients never treated me as a worker, its more like...
Jasmine can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
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"Jasmine is very professional! An instant hit with the family. My father really enjoyed her company and cooking."
I've been a senior caregiver for 10+ years. I had a CNA cert that has since expired in 2020 but I get skills training regularly in my current career as a caregiver.
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
I am compassionate and dedicated with a genuine passion for providing care to seniors. I firmly believe in the importance of ensuring that our elderly community members do not feel lonely or isolated. I'd like to extend my caregiving skills to a local senior (or couple), I bring a wealth of experience from volunteering for Meals...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Hello,
I am a licensed physical therapist assistant with 9 years of experience (4 in inpatient rehabilitation and 6 in an outpatient orthopedics clinic). I have fall prevention and mobility assistance training. Please ask more about training, and experiences.
I am looking for a caregiver position and looking for mid to late...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
I have varied experience in the care-giving field from dementia to hospice care. I am also fun, sociable and compassionate. I believe everyone should receive dignified and compassionate care.
My grandmother had a stroke last year and i've learned how to take care of her. I'm with her everyday and I run her errands, watch and keep her entertained, pick up meals for her and give her medication. I love helping people out. I'm currently fully available!
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation
For my 2 year in college. I worked with different age groups and ethics I've learned a lot one of the qualities I learned was being patient with everyone and treat them like they are you own mother or father
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, transportation & more
I worked as a registered nurse for 10 years and am seeking work as a caregiver. I have a lot of experience working with the elderly both with a private agency and in the hospital setting. I have extensive knowledge about disease processes and different medical conditions/diagnoses. I am able to give any medications that are...
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My Mother and I took care of my Grandma for 4 years before she passed. Since then I've always had a love for caring for people. I've worked with individuals with disabilities, special needs, care after a stroke, ALS, and enjoy spending time making others days brighter. Please reach out with any questions!!
Hollie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation, respite care & more
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Coralville, IA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Coralville, IA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Coralville, 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 Coralville.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Coralville, IA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Coralville, IA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $10.00 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 Coralville, IA?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Coralville, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Coralville, 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 Coralville before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Coralville, IA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Coralville, 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.