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Companion care in Elkhart, IA

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Lyndi S.


Elkhart, IA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

I am a mother of two seeking some extra income to supplement my full time job. I have experience with taking care of my grandmother and my husbands grandmother. I would love to find someone near by that I can help with daily needs whether that be errands, cleaning, companionship, lawn care, etc.
Lyndi can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia & more
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Kelley M.


Ankeny, IA

$8-20/hr

Caregiver/companion

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
Kelley can also help with: Dementia, errands, respite care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning & more
I absolutely love working with the elderly! My own grandparents are my very best friends, and I will treat your loved ones the same. My mom has worked specifically in Iowans against Elder Abuse, and I have learned so much. I would love to be a helper or companion to anyone in need!
Lilliana can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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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: Companionship, meal prep, errands, transportation, personal care, light cleaning & 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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Paulette S.


Des Moines, IA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Since 1999

Hired by 2 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: Meal prep, companionship, personal care, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My family and I would highly recommend Paulette. She was instrumental in helping my mom get some time for herself and have a break from caring for my dad. He has dementia and as a result is difficult to say the least. His mood, no matter how rotten it was when she...

Cheri E.

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Bambi R.


Nevada, IA

$29-50/hr20 yrs exp

Do You Need Assistance With Caring For Your Loved One?

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as upbeat, friendly, positive I like caring for seniors because they deserve high quality care and companionship. I have learned so much about myself and the world by caring for this great generation of individuals I'm looking for a job that allows me flexibility. I want to feel that I have...
Bambi can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Bambi is a compassionate, contentious nurse with excellent communication. Her knowledge and skills are an asset to the clients she serves."

Sheena G.

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

Maximo P.

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Laura Z.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Care And Companion

Hello! I'm very easygoing and likeable! I have my own transportation and will help with rides to/from appointments. Very happy to help with cleaning, meal prep, engaging in activities and just being a friend! CPR certified and have several years experience with infection control and caring for elderly people in a healthcare...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, transportation
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Laura is a very caring, loving individual! She took very good care of me, after coming home from the hospital. She took care of me for a year. She is very responsible and dependable!"

Care member

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Leah B.


Des Moines, IA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Small Side Jobs

I have experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia and hospice. Learning more about Parkinson's because my mother in law has it. I can provide light house keeping, grocery errands, bathing, helping someone change their depends/ cleaning the commodes. Companionship, I have experience with feeding tubes, colostomy bags, catheter care,...
Leah can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Lillian W.


Urbandale, IA

$11-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hoping To Help!

I started caring for the geriatric population over a year ago. I started at a nursing home, I worked in three different positions over a year and a half, ending my time as a universal worker working primarily in the memory care hall. I did that for about 9 months and thoroughly enjoyed it. I currently work at a hospital as a...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

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: Personal care, hospice services, visiting physician, respite care, dementia
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Teresa E.


Ames, IA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate, Prompt, Patient, Hard Working, Empathetic , Dedicated

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Home Care, meal prep, organization, light house keeping, laundry, and most importantly companionship. I'm currently working as a homecare provider who has a strong rapport with every client I work with. I hope I can be of service to you or a family member. This is my passion.
Teresa can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Lily C.


Ames, IA

$18-24/hr

Companion Care!

Hi! I'm Lily, a 22-year-old college student at Iowa State. I'm looking for some part time work around class. I'm available everyday Monday-Friday from 7am- 1:15 p.m. I'm also available some of these evenings as well. I grew up with my mom working as an in house CNA for seniors. While I'm not a CNA, senior companion care...
Lily can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Esther C.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr

Elderly Companion

I used to volunteer for Meals on Wheels in Austin, Texas. They have a program called Groceries to Go where I volunteered to take an elderly woman Grocery Shopping. I would like to help out elderly people who cannot run their own errands. I can take them shopping, to appointments, and encourage physical activity.
Esther can also help with: Respite care
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Elizabeth O.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Extra Mile Helper

I enjoy helping others. I cared for my elderly parents, running errands, cleaning, meal prep, companionship. I am very outgoing and interact well with all ages. I love spending time with senior family members. Seeing their face light up when they have company. I pride myself in being overly attentive to detail, empathic and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
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Kennedy N.


Des Moines, IA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care With The Patients For Over 10 Years.

Certified medical technician for over 10 years Mobility care to the elderly. Companionship to lonely people.
Kennedy can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Emily W.


Johnston, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have a lot of experience working with seniors. I am a resident assistant at a local care facility. I enjoy helping with every day tasks as well as companion care.
Emily can also help with: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
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Lisa K.


Ames, IA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Lisa! I've had 5+ years of caregiving experience and I am certified as a medication manager. I currently am a caregiver at an assisted living/memory care facility where I pass medication, assist with ADL's, and provide companionship.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep
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Sarah K.


Urbandale, IA

$28-29/hr10 yrs exp

12+yrs Life Experience Longest Client 8.5 Years

Assist Daily Living 12 + years References available. Bathing, meal prep, meds, cleaning, laundry, errands, mending, appointments, companionship, manicure, pedicure etc.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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Lisa K.


Ames, IA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I love caring for seniors and have a couple years of experience. I used to live with my Grandpa and I would help take care of him on many different levels. I would be a companion, and keep him company, go on walks with him, and help remind me about his medication. I would also take him to any appointments that he would have. I...
Lisa can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia

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Recent companion care reviews in Elkhart, IA

Mary G.

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.

Paulette S.

5.0

My family and I would highly recommend Paulette. She was instrumental in helping my mom get some time for herself and have a break from caring for my dad. He has dementia and as a result is difficult to say the least. His mood, no matter how rotten it was when she got there, always was better when...

- Cheri E.

Bambi R.

5.0

Bambi is a compassionate, contentious nurse with excellent communication. Her knowledge and skills are an asset to the clients she serves.

- Sheena G.

Janiya P.

5.0

She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind.

- Maximo P.

Laura Z.

5.0

Laura is a very caring, loving individual! She took very good care of me, after coming home from the hospital. She took care of me for a year. She is very responsible and dependable!

- Care member