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Ally V.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with experience providing high-quality support to seniors in both home and community settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility support, and light housekeeping while maintaining dignity and respect for each individual....
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is McKenna, and I'm a compassionate, dependable caregiver with professional healthcare experience. I previously worked as a Patient Care Technician at MercyOne, where I provided direct patient care, assisted with daily activities, and supported nurses in making sure patients were safe and comfortable. That...
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Me

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun, patient I like caring for seniors because it gives me a chance to hear some amazing stories, to bring a little happiness to someone else and to know I'm making a difference in someone's life I started caring for seniors when I was 18 and I'm now 41. I've had amazing time along...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
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Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
Transportation
meal prep
errands
dementia
Hello, my name is JoElle. I have 3+ years experience working as a in home caregiver. I have a strong desire to help others through daily living assistance. Experience assisting with personal care tasks like bathing, dressing, managing medications, preparing meals, providing companionship and transportation. Caring for seniors...
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Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I bring over three years of experience as a caregiver, coupled with five years of senior care experience. My background also includes working extensively in behavioral health, which has equipped me with the skills to handle a variety of challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. I am confident that my dedication...
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Live In Companion Healthcare Worker

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a licensed PCA but with considerable experience in medication management, diabetic care, portal wound and chemotherapy and hospice care I work with a small therapy Dachsund who was my patient and best friends service dog. After years of working with COPD, Emphysema and handicapped patients, I possess multiple medical...
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Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

Clive, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
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...

Rael K. says "She is reliable and a compassionate person"

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Encouraging Caregiver With 10years Experience

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as encouraging, creative, patient, faithful and positive. I like caring for seniors because when I cared for my mother as sole caregiver for 10 years during which time I had to figure out her daily conditions because she didn't want to be a burden, I felt more purposeful than ever before. Her life...
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Very Patient And Dedicated

Ankeny, IA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
I am very dedicated caregiver with strong experience. I used to be a house manager. Taking care of others is a duty, it's give a little bit of ourselves.
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Caregiver/companion

Ankeny, IA

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$8/hr
Transportation
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I'm 58 years old. I'm a caring loving person. I have worked with Special needs children and young adults for 30+ years. I have also done some senior companion jobs. I'm trustworthy and have several personal and work references. I can't do to much heavy lifting
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Janine L.'s Photo

Clive, IA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for each day. With three years of experience in senior care, I'm deeply committed to supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. My background includes some college coursework, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. As a compassionate and detail-oriented...
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Caring And Reliable Caregiver • Trusted Senior Support

Clive, IA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I'm a compassionate, dependable, and patient caregiver who truly enjoys spending time with seniors. I believe every senior deserves to feel respected, supported, and valued. I enjoy caring for seniors because I love hearing their stories, learning from their life experiences, and being someone they can count on for both...
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Stella S.'s Photo

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Experienced caregiver with three years of dedicated care for a wonderful family, with some side jobs giving me experience in elderly care, nonverbal autism and some childcare. offering compassion, patience, and tailored support. Skilled in daily living assistance, medication management, and emotional encouragement. Reliable,...
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Loving, Bilingual Caregiver With Experience And Adults

Ankeny, IA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
Hello families! My name is Ilham, and I'm a warm, dependable mother of three with a strong passion for caregiving. I have 18 months of experience supporting adults with disabilities, including my current role as a supervisor. My experience has taught me patience, communication, and care under pressure. I'm bilingual in English...
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Stephanie M.'s Photo

Pleasant Hill, IA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
With 6 years of experience as both a Director of Rehab and an Occupational Therapy provider, I bring a strong background in providing compassionate, hands-on care tailored to individual needs. My professional experience has equipped me with patience, responsibility, and a calm demeanor for both senior and child care...
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Caregiver

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Most of my experience is as a nanny but I have been a caregiver for over 10 years now. I enjoy helping and talking to people.
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Ellie F.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for children and adults for over 10 years, my name is Ellie and I'm 23. I have experience taking care of adults with medical health issues, and help in areas such as dressing, bathing, feeding, and companionship.
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Part-Time Senior Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
respite care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
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...
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  • 54 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.75/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 3.0

FAQs for finding caregivers in Des Moines, IA

Most private senior caregiver services in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Des Moines, IA on Care.com as of November, 2025 is $19.75 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.

There are currently 28 caregivers in Des Moines, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Des Moines, 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 Des Moines before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Des Moines, 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.

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