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Melissa J.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shawnee, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
personal care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...

Sallie B. says "I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be...

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Amy G.

Personal Service Provider Looking For Part Time Work To Help Around The House, Run Errands, Etc.

Liberty, MO

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
I am so in love with what I do and I look forward to every day, every single day! I have more than 24 years of experience working with the elderly, dementia and Alzheimer's clients and other individuals in need. I have my associates degree as a Medical Assistant so I am able to administer medication, check blood sugars,...

Beth Z. says "While Amy worked for us only a few months (my mom passed away) She was an amazing part of the team, and both my mom and myself loved her sunny disposition...

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Jackie C.

Flexible Availability

Mission, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jackie or Jack. I have a SPED degree and have worked in the behavioral fields for a school district for many years. At that time I would nanny for families during the summer. I have a love for children. They are challenging and rewarding. I had the luxury of staying home with my girls when I was married for...

Susan S. says "Jackie is truly a God send! So sweet and playful. My son loves it when Jackie watches him. I feel completely at ease knowing that she is taking care of my...

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Tina H.

Dedicated Caregiver With A Passion For Assisting The Elderly In Order For Them To Live Better Luces

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Errands
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Tina and I was a teacher for 15 years. I decided I wanted a change in scenery for a career so I entered the field of home health care. Well, I enjoyed it so much that I now have 8 years of experience. My duties have included help with transportation, personal care, household chores, meal preparation and the monitoring...

Teresa G. says "Tina is wonderful! She cared for both my father and mother when we were in need of additional help, an answer to our prayers. What started out with...

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Julie B.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
I have been a RN for the last 21 years. My experience is working with geriatric patients in the hospital. This includes wound management, medications, tube feedings, personal care, and cardiac care. I currently work a full time position M-F 8-4p but I would be willing to come help in the evening or a weekend day to assist in...

Evelyn M. says "Julie was a godsend at time when we desperately needed help as the home care assignment for our 95 yo father quickly turned to hospice. Her calm, kind,...

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Donesha T.

Young Energetic Caring Sitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! My Name Is Donesha! Im A Young Energetic Dependable Person! I Lovingly Cooked, Cleaned, Played With, Transported, Educated, And Cared For Children Between The Ages Of 3 Weeks Up To 8 Years Old. Ive Tutored And Assisted Them With Assignments For Subjects Like Math, Science, Reading, Art, And History. Carefully...

Leslie S. says "FABULOUS!!! She is so incredibly professional, polite, engaged, fun and interactive - our LO absolutely thrives with her care!"

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Quitta T.

Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Light House Keeping Full Time

Grandview, MO

3.5(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
I'm outgoing people's person Loving Compassionate I have over 20 years in Patient care my experiences assisting bathing, meal preparation, lite house keeping, laundry, running errands, motivating, encouraging, medication management, I'm CPR, First Aide certified, reliable So if you would considered me for your services you would...

Camilla H. says "LaQuitta is extremely kind, patient, and caring. She worked with our family, caring for our mother for two months providing senior care including...

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Claudette C.

Claudette , Caregiver

Grandview, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
I have 10 years plus of experienced. L1 Medication Aide (L1MA) and Home Health Aide, First Aid and CPR. I have a full clean driving license. I am experienced in personal grooming and I enjoy helping clients look their best. I can assist with hygiene, toileting, eating, cooking, cleaning and any administrative tasks which need...

Care Member says "Claudette has been a great helper for my wife over the last four months. She cleans, cooks, washes and vacuums for us 5 days a week. We really like the...

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Robin M.

Reliable Private Duty Caregiver

Lees Summit, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
personal care
dementia
respite care
I strive to offer the client an exceptional quality of life. I remain calm and organized and ensure all aspects of care are attended to in a manner that allows dignity to prevail. Even-tempered Patient Empathetic Entertaining - If we are not enjoying life, we are not living life Honest and of high morals Adaptable...

Brandie O. says "Robin is professional, always respectful of others needs, time and wishes. She is able to respond quickly on her feet and is creative in her problem...

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Momalu Estevao N.

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am college graduate and my native language is Portuguese. One thing about me is I'm a very lovable and caring person. I know taking care of kids it's not easy most of the times, but it's something that I love to do. I'm able to teach them new things and help them handle their emotions and fill their souls with love. I have...

Care Member says "Lu was absolutely wonderful and very loving to my children. I could tell she was engaged with them and played with them and provided them the sense of...

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Lydia H.

Personal Assistant

Kansas City, MO

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a personal assistant since 2014 providing an array of domestic services, errands and support.
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Lindsay T.

Personal Assistant

Kansas City, MO

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Lindsay, and I recently moved to KC from Dallas. I have multiple years experience in personal assistant work, including part planning, grocery orders, personal shopping, vacation planning, maintaining calendars, and assisting with communications on behalf of client. I am highly skilled in communication, as well as...
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Rachael J.

Housekeeping, Personal Errands , Personal Assistant

Leawood, KS

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
attic cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a Nanny and have provided housekeeping services as well as childcare. I can provide only Housekeeping services also . Laundry, general cleaning, organization skills. Deep cleaning of baseboards as well as house management including maintenance. Putting a grocery list together and grocery shopping. I can also provide...
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Jeryn R.

Personal Assistant/House Manager

Kansas City, MO

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am happy to help out with anything that's needed! I currently do personal assisting jobs that include some of the items below: -maintain a household, business, and social calendar. -establish organization throughout the home. -schedule all appointments. -make travel arrangements for you when needed. -oversee a personal office....
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Joann D.

Personal Assistance And Logistics, run errands

Overland Park, KS

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Have years of experience in helping friends and clients with decor and organizational needs. Can provide references from families in Prairie Village and Fairway. Would love to assist with decluttering, organizing, etc in your home or office. You will find that I am reliable, honest, adaptable and possess a strong work ethic....
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Aijalon D.

Your Personal Assistant

Lees Summit, MO

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I have 3+ years of experience in errand running at a professional level. I was employed under a family owned company that provided at home care to the elderly and disabled, in which we did everything from cleaning and meal prepping to picking up groceries and pet care! If you can name it, I've probably done it before. If...
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Lindsay T.

Nanny+ Personal Assistant

Kansas City, MO

from
$20/hr
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
transportation
Have worked with elderly patients who needed assistance. As well as families and children. In and around the home. Believe I could be a good fit for a caretaking role. I am conversational, easy going, responsible, trustworthy.
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Rachael J.

Part Or Full Time Housekeeping, Organizing, Personal Assistant, Child Care

Leawood, KS

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi my name is Rachael and I am a pre k teacher looking for a summer job as I will be returning back to school in the fall I have over 10 years experience working with children infants to school age I have experience driving kids to activities and planning daily outings meal prepping errands and grocery shopping as well as some...
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Jennifer R.

Care Provider

Prairie Village, KS

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a household manager and personal assistant for years. I am responsible, reliable and detail oriented.
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Jenna W.

Personal Assistant

Kansas City, MO

from
$18/hr
I'm looking for something a few days a week. I'm happy to help with scheduling and running errands.
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  • 60 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Independence, MO

Personal Assistants in Independence, MO are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Melissa J.

I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry...

- Sallie B.

Amy G.

While Amy worked for us only a few months (my mom passed away) She was an amazing part of the team, and both my mom and myself loved her...

- Beth Z.

Jackie C.

Jackie is truly a God send! So sweet and playful. My son loves it when Jackie watches him. I feel completely at ease knowing that she is...

- Susan S.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Independence

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Independence, MO on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $17.50 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Independence, MO. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Independence or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.

Most personal assistants in Independence, MO can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Independence. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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