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22 home care are listed in West Des Moines, IA
The average rate is $27/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 8 years
Home care in West Des Moines, IA
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: Hospice services, home modification, personal care
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.
I am fully vaccinated for Co-Vid 19
I have 12 years experience as a CNA
I am CPR certified
I am Certified in Phlebotomy
Cleaning, feeding, companionship, mediation administration, overall monitoring for safety/ falls, bathing, grooming, gait belts, hoyer lifts, food preparation, vitals signs and errands/ grocery shopping.
Tamerine can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Jodina R.
West Des Moines, IA
$18-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have worked in assisted living and the dementia care unit at calvin as a nurse aide and a medication aide for 15 years as well as I have worked for Mosaic taking care of 2 special needs persons 24/7.
Jodina can also help with: Personal care, errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
came home. handicap can not WALK took care her with help of nurse cook bath did house work dress her
Gerald can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a self-employed RN with an MA in Health Administration. I have experience as a supervisor in skilled nursing facilities and most recently (for 12 years) have assisted clients in their homes.
I can take clients to appointments, do errands, provide ADL care and make meals. I can explain medications and conditions, and make...
Susan can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, hospice services, respite care
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: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Shannon is patient which is wonderful for my Dad. She's also creative in thinking of things to get my Dad out of his apartment and doing activities he enjoy. She's done a great job taking care of booking appointments and being with him to help him hear what people...
Jill S.
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: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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. "
Care member
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: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Naomi is has Strong Work Ethic. She value possess a willingness to work hard. Dependable and Responsible. Possessing a Positive Attitude. She is Adaptable. She is Honesty and has Integrity. Self - Motivated, and has the ability to influence others in a positive...
Zurah M.
I have 4 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I am reliable, patient, and compassionate. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia.
Jocelyn can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
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: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
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
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: Visiting physician, dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
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: Respite care, personal care, dementia
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
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: Errands, dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
(4)
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: Errands, meal prep, companionship, 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.
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: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Caitlyn R.
Indianola, IA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion is caring for others, I graduated from ISU and have been a CNA for 7 years. Reach out with any questions!
Caitlyn can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
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
Fnu S.
Granger, IA
$30-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am a licensed Medication aids, Long term care aid, Home Health care aid. logistics specialist with Iowa Army National Guard. I have built resilience over the years with different specialties in the Health care field. my resident/patients comes first. I am available for any shifts and very much concern with my job and doing the...
Fnu can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent home care reviews in West Des Moines, IA
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.
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.
Diamond M.
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.
- Care member
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
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.
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FAQs for finding home care in West Des Moines, IA
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in West Des Moines, IA?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in West Des Moines, IA as of April, 2024 is $27.60 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 West Des Moines, IA?
Care.com has 5 home care providers for seniors in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
The types of home health care services near you in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines, IA?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in West Des Moines, 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.