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Maratou C.

Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
live-in home care
personal care
I've been in care giving for 5+ years, and I'm very proud of working in the care industry. My main goal is to always keep my clients happy and give them the best service. I help my clients with showering, meal plans, and day to day activities. I also having experience in med passing. I have 3+ years working with Alzheimer and...
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Cna

Des Moines, IA

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$26/hr
8 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Seeking a dedicated caregiver? As a CNA with 8 years of experience, I offer skilled support and genuine compassion. I focus on your well-being and create a comfortable, trusting environment. Let's discuss how I can meet your care needs with expertise and heart.
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Des Moines, IA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a RN and have worked in long term care for over 10 years by being a CNA up to RN. I have past experience with home care, hospice, medical management, bathing, cleaning, wound care. I love the elderly population and have a true passion working with them.
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Direct Care With The Patients For Over 10 Years.

Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
Certified medical technician for over 10 years Mobility care to the elderly. Companionship to lonely people.
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I Am 31 Years Old. I Have Two Kiddos And One Stepdaughter.

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
12 years experience
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I like caring for seniors because I have a huge heart and I have done nursing for 12 years. It is my passion. I started caring for seniors when I graduated In my spare time, I like to make memories with my family One thing you should know about me is outgoing
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Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I love to care elderly people, with respect and love, I have passion to make change someone life provides them care and love they deserve. Caregivers is just not a job it's emotion.
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Licensed CNA

Des Moines, IA

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$24/hr
Errands
dementia
respite care
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced and reliable caregiver with over 5+ years of experience in elder care and their families. Charismatic, caring, and calm. Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Willing to transport clients to appointments and events.
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I am Motunrayo. I prefer to be called Susan. I currently work as a Direct Support Professional. I am currently in school to get qualified as a Practical Nurse. I have developed a strong set of skills and a proven track record as a certified Caregiver, Nursing Assistant and Medication Aide. I'd describe my personality as...
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Outgoing Fun Care Taker That Patient, Understanding And A Great Listener

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Errands
dementia
personal care
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Rachel and have a decade of dedicated experience as a caregiver, I have committed myself to providing compassionate and reliable support to seniors, children, and individuals with disabilities. My journey in caregiving began with a genuine passion for helping others and has flourished into a rewarding career. During...

Care Member says "Rachel was wonderful with my mom on home hospice. She worked 8-10am every morning the last week of her life and was always right on time. "

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Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is DeAnn, and I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with 6 of experience providing compassionate, reliable, and professional care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in in-home support, including personal care, companionship, dementia care, mobility assistance, meal prep, and post-surgical...
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Small Side Jobs

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
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,...
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Direct Support Professional

Des Moines, IA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
transportation
I have experience caring for those with needs that need to be met by someone who does direct care. I have worked at different non-profit organizations that hire people to do these jobs as direct support professionals
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Care Giver

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Errands
dementia
personal care
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I can help with light housekeeping and keep them company with fun things they like doing. I understand that you want the best for your loved one. I provide senior care assistance, including companionship and social interaction, meal preparation, shopping/errand services, and transportation to and from appointments. I am...
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Ms. Hawa B

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have 8 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. And more
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a in home care giver for over 10 years plus. I just started my new business one year ago and looking to expand my business. I am currently accepting Medicaid insurance and private pay. I'd describe my personality as Giving, loving and compassionate. I like caring for seniors because it gives me a sense of love and...
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Haylie

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
transportation
Hi my name is Haylie, I have 2 years of experience working with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's. I did online classes for it while I was working in a nursing home as a dietary aide. Being a dietary aide definitely comes with a lot more than just food. Some other skills I learned while at the nursing home is how to calm...
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Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 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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Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

Clive, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
live-in home care
respite care
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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Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
12 years experience
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I'm very caring, hard working and believe in time I like caring for seniors because I have a passion being a help by assisting with what they can't do for themselves physically. I just love being around seniors and listening to things of the past when communicating with them. I'm looking for a job I am looking to a great pay...
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  • 40 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.72/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 5.0

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Des Moines, IA

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Des Moines, IA is $18.72 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.

To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Des Moines, IA or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.

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.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Des Moines, IA to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.

When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Des Moines, IA, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.

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