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I am currently a CNA for 10 years. I have experience in Nursing homes, Assistant Living, In-home care, Hospice, and Memory care. I take care of all the patient's need. I am also a Certified Medications Aid, I enjoy taking care of someone and helping someone who is in need of care. I enjoy spending time with them.
Demetries can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Emma N.
Ankeny, IA
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Emma. I'm just a small town kid and I'm really looking to test and find different types of careers. I like I really enjoy being around kids. I really enjoy taking care of people I really like to make people smile laugh. I really love to make a day better and just be that person that everyone needs in some way shape...
Emma can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have taken care of my mother in law & father in law for 2 years. I've worked in a nursing home, assisted living and home health care. I have enjoyed home health care the most because of the 1 on 1 relationship. I was a certified CNA for 4 years. I currently have my CPR certificate in adults & infants. I would love to hear from...
Julie can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning
Denetra M.
Des Moines, IA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in this career for at least 20 years. I have experience with elderly, mental health and those with special needs. I love what I do, am very passionate and I have patience. Am also a pet lover. Am dependable, honest and will do whatever it's takes to make clients happy. I love people and caring for them. I have great...
Denetra can also help with: Dementia, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Denetra is honest, don't steal, and treat others with HIGH RESPECT! She is truly a rare gem who makes a difference in people's lives! I can wholeheartedly recommend Denetra."
Dena R.
Kathryn L.
Johnston, IA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Housekeeping, Cooking, Senior Or Childcare And Looking To Work PT/FT. Flexible Hours!
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,...
Kathryn can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
I have 6 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver. I am reliable, respectful, and compassionate. I can help with ADLs (dressing, feeding, showering, etc). I have my own transportation. I am very patient and love working with the elderly. I strive to make a difference in their quality of life by actively...
Jocelyn can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, errands
Skills:
CNA
I have 30 + years experience with being a CNA . I live in Des Moines with my husband of 35 years.. I enjoy cooking, baking , football and much more. I love caring for seniors and treat them like my own family. I tell my clients this doesn't feel like a job because I love taking care of others.. I have experience with dementia,...
Cindy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Erika C.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
I am a mom, a caring caregiver, a CNA and a college graduate. Taking care of the elderly has always been my passion and priority. This is because I grew up in a family where we had elderly at home. The love and care my family showed to our elderly implanted a seed of caring in my heart. So, when I became an adult, the only job I...
Doriclaire can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
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: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, home modification, companionship & more
I take care of these amazing people in a group home, I feed them, shower them, cook for them, help them get to their medical appointments and everything.
Immaculate can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Pabi. I'm a certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and certified medication Aide (CMA). I have 14 years of professional work experience in healthcare. I have mostly worked with seniors. And I absolutely love working with them and their families. I would love to help you with your needs. Please feel free to reach...
Pabitra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
CNA with 25 years experience have worked with all ages and disabilities. Have worked in home settings nursing homes. Also have a med aide can set up pill planners and do med reminders
Skills:
CNA
I have experience working with senior for more than 15years that l learn so much about Cooking different food . Assist with Activities of daily living , A company to Doctors visit, Light house clean, shopping, Meal preparation, Escort store , Movie Theater and Navigation the community, Assist with Range of Emotions Exercise and...
Hawa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
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...
Naomi can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She is reliable and a compassionate person"
Rael K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shelley. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I'm a 45-year-old seasoned medical professional with over 25 years experience working with a variety of age groups. I have 10 year's of professional experience providing daycare for children in my home.
I would love to expand my career in the Nanny Profession....
Shelley can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Shelley cared for my father in the last two weeks of his life. He appreciated her so very much as did all of our family. I highly recommend hiring Shelley. She is dependable, kind, efficient, punctual, and professional. She became an important part of my Dad's...
Elizabeth N.
4.9
(12)
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 while also keeping them connected to improve their quality of life. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr....
Shannon can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Shannon has been extremely helpful in assisting my senior father over the last couple of years. I live in a different state from my father and it is very reassuring knowing that Shannon is helping him with so many important things - medicine organization and...
Kathleen M.
Jenna R.
West Des Moines, IA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience caring for elderly. I am a caring, compassionate individual who does my best to uplift those around me. I would love the opportunity to help with your senior, children, or personal assistant opportunities. I am also bilingual, speaking both fluent English and Spanish.
Jenna can also help with: Personal care, home modification, hospice services
5.0
"Jenna truly cares for your loved one from her heart. She is sensitive, kind, compassionate, and has a beautiful, gentle spirit. She prepared delicious, healthy meals that my mother looked forward to every day, and took care of everything around the house, ran...
Gail J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Diamond, and I am an experienced and dependable caregiver with over 10 years of experience taking care of children and the elderly. With my extensive background in caregiving, I am confident I can provide anyone with a safe, fun and stable environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves to learn...
Diamond can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Helped take care of siblings when I was unable to. Like dropping them off to school, making sure they did their homework, fed, clothed them. "
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Recent home care reviews in Ankeny, IA
Denetra M.
5.0
Denetra is honest, don't steal, and treat others with HIGH RESPECT! She is truly a rare gem who makes a difference in people's lives! I can wholeheartedly recommend Denetra.
- Dena R.
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
Shelley N.
5.0
Shelley cared for my father in the last two weeks of his life. He appreciated her so very much as did all of our family. I highly recommend hiring Shelley. She is dependable, kind, efficient, punctual, and professional. She became an important part of my Dad's care team within the first hour of her...
- Elizabeth N.
Shannon R.
5.0
Shannon has been extremely helpful in assisting my senior father over the last couple of years. I live in a different state from my father and it is very reassuring knowing that Shannon is helping him with so many important things - medicine organization and monitoring, communicating with doctors...
- Kathleen M.
Jenna R.
5.0
Jenna truly cares for your loved one from her heart. She is sensitive, kind, compassionate, and has a beautiful, gentle spirit. She prepared delicious, healthy meals that my mother looked forward to every day, and took care of everything around the house, ran errands, etc., so my mother no longer...
- Gail J.
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FAQs for finding home care in Ankeny, IA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Ankeny, IA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Ankeny, IA as of May, 2024 is $17.67 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Ankeny, IA?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Ankeny, IA. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Ankeny, IA or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Ankeny, IA?
The types of home health care services near you in Ankeny, IA will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Ankeny, IA that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Ankeny, IA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Ankeny, IA, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Ankeny, IA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Ankeny, IA, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.