Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Trusted Personal Assistants Near Me in Van Meter, IA

We have 52 personal assistants in Van Meter, IA! Compare and hire the best personal assistant to fit your needs.

​
Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Available Now in Van Meter!

Nancy S.'s Photo

Nancy S.

Sitter With Friendly Poodle

Van Meter, IA

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
My name is Nancy. I'll be the person responsible for making sure your pet is cuddled, pampered, entertained, exercised and safe in our home. My teen (15) granddaughter, C, will be doing a lot of the cuddling and pampering. C has trained dogs, wrangled cats, groomed and cared for horses and, generally loved animals her whole...
See profile
Jenna R.'s Photo

Jenna R.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
hospice services
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.

Gail J. says "Jenna truly cares for your loved one from her heart. She is sensitive, kind, compassionate, and has a beautiful, gentle spirit. She prepared delicious,...

See profile
Naomi M.'s Photo

Naomi M.

Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

Clive, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
live-in home care
personal care
dementia
hospice services
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"

See profile
Abigail P.'s Photo

Abigail P.

Kind And Loving Pet Caretaker!

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, and loving! I care very deeply about the animals I am watching, which means you'll get excellent quality of care! I'm able to stay overnight with your animals or just watch them during the day. I started working with animals when I was quite young. My godmother owned a vet...

Shireen C. says "Abigail was the perfect pet sitter for us! She provided excellent care for our 3 dogs. One of my dogs has some medical needs and takes medication....

See profile
Paulette S.'s Photo

Paulette S.

Experienced Caregiver Since 1999

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
companionship
personal care
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Paulette has been providing excellent care for my mother for over 11 years now. My mother is now 103 and suffering from a decline in her health....

See profile
Rachel B.'s Photo

Rachel B.

Outgoing Fun Care Taker That Patient, Understanding And A Great Listener

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
personal care
+ 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. "

See profile
Jennifer B.'s Photo

Jennifer B.

Personal Assistant

Grimes, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
Personal Assistant Services by Jen Reliable | Efficient | Caring As a dedicated personal assistant, I offer customized support to help simplify your daily life. Whether you're a busy professional, a parent juggling multiple responsibilities, or someone in need of a helping hand, I'm here to make your routine smoother and more...
See profile
Kathryn L.'s Photo

Kathryn L.

Housekeeper, Elder Care, Personal Assistant

Johnston, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years and then working in home healthcare for the past 3, I have found what I'm passionate about. I love to help others. Helping you maintain your home, so you can enjoy your down time from your everyday routine is what it's all about. Relax, I've got the little stuff handled for you.
See profile
Janette B.'s Photo

Janette B.

Personal Assistant At Your Service!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I have years of experience as a personal and executive assistant experience. :) I can be of service in the following areas: errands, home management, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, event and travel planning, pet and house sitting, dog walks, and more! I look forward to helping you save time and simply your days!
See profile
Katie J.'s Photo

Katie J.

Urbandale, IA

from
$10/hr
Respite care
meal prep
personal care
errands
transportation
+ 1 more
I am looking to make an extra $200 a month, providing a variety of services at your home including, house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide...
See profile
Katie J.'s Photo

Katie J.

Urbandale, IA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
I am looking to earn extra providing a variety of services at your home including: house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide this service every...
See profile
Jenna R.'s Photo

Jenna R.

Marle

West Des Moines, IA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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.
See profile
Shannon R.'s Photo

Shannon R.

Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator

Waukee, IA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
home modification
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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. I am available to assist with care coordination (initiating, scheduling, participating in Dr. visits/taking notes, following up on referrals), medications,...
See profile
Emma W.'s Photo

Emma W.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$22/hr
1 year experience
Organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
Hi! My name is Emma and I have a year of housecleaning/house manager/personal assistant experience. I specialize in general house upkeep, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, laundry, organizing, vacuuming, changing bed linens, dusting, errands, returns, etc. I take pride in being dependable, detail oriented, and respectful of...
See profile
Jenna R.'s Photo

Jenna R.

Caregiver & Assistant

West Des Moines, IA

from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 5 + 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 have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and also Certification in Massage Therapy. I have...
See profile
Katie J.'s Photo

Katie J.

Variety of services

Urbandale, IA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I am looking to make an extra $200 a month, providing a variety of services at your home including, house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide...
See profile
Dana R.'s Photo

Dana R.

Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I would be able to provide errand service, personal assistance, and whatever you need to make your schedule less stressful. I have somewhat of a flexible schedule with transportation. I give attention to detail and am very thorough.
See profile
Mckenna G.'s Photo

Mckenna G.

Des Moines, IA

from
$18/hr
Grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is McKenna, and I'm a compassionate, dependable caregiver with professional healthcare experience. I previously worked as a Patient Care Technician at MercyOne, where I provided direct patient care, assisted with daily activities, and supported nurses in making sure patients were safe and comfortable. That...
See profile
Madeline H.'s Photo

Madeline H.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Maddie and I'm a soon-to-be new grad Physician Assistant available for babysitting/nannying before I start work late Fall. I am originally from Okoboji/Spencer, IA. Went to Iowa State University for undergrad. I have been babysitting for 10+ years for kids ranging from newborn to 14 years. I have served as...
See profile
Deann M.'s Photo

Deann M.

Des Moines, IA

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
+ 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...
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 52

  • 52 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Van Meter, IA

Personal Assistants in Van Meter, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 52 listed personal assistants

Jenna R.

Jenna truly cares for your loved one from her heart. She is sensitive, kind, compassionate, and has a beautiful, gentle spirit. She...

- Gail J.

Naomi M.

She is reliable and a compassionate person

- Rael K.

Abigail P.

Abigail was the perfect pet sitter for us! She provided excellent care for our 3 dogs. One of my dogs has some medical needs and takes...

- Shireen C.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Van Meter

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Van Meter, IA on Care.com as of November, 2025 is $10.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Van Meter, IA. 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 Van Meter 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 Van Meter, IA 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 Van Meter. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

Personal Assistant Articles

How to check babysitter references like a pro

How to check babysitter references like a pro

November 12, 2025 - When you’re hiring a new babysitter and you feel like you’ve found someone who’d be great with your kids, it’s tempting to jump right...

Baby drooling a lot? How to know what’s normal and what’s not

Baby drooling a lot? How to know what’s normal and what’s not

January 25, 2024 - When you have a growing baby, drooling — and possibly drooling a lot — comes with the territory. Drooling tends to start when babies are about 2-...

What is an au pair and how much does one cost?

What is an au pair and how much does one cost?

November 12, 2025 - There’s no two ways about it: Child care is expensive. From nannies to daycare to after-school babysitters, parents are shelling out beaucoup bucks for...

Additional Personal Assistant Services