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Paulette S.

Experienced Caregiver Since 1999

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
meal prep
+ 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....

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Jenna R.

West Des Moines, IA

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

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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....

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Janette B.

Personal Assistant At Your Service!

West Des Moines, IA

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$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!
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Jenna R.

Caregiver & Assistant

West Des Moines, IA

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$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...
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Jenna R.

Marle

West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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.
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Emma W.

West Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
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...
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Kristine K.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
Cleaned houses during college years but have assisted several family and friends with cleaning and organization of their homes. I'm a very clean and organized person that gets satisfaction from helping others obtain the organization and tidiness of their home they seek without judgment.
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Sophia T.

West Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a studious, clean, and organized person who likes to keep things in order, whether it's my space, my schedule, or my responsibilities. I pay attention to the little things, and I don't like letting mess or chaos build up. Cleaning and organizing help me feel more focused and in control, and I actually enjoy the process. I...
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Setit A.

West Des Moines, IA

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what truly motivates me. With eight years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide dedicated to supporting adults and seniors with compassion. I assist with personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, and transportation. I adapt to...
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Mallory F.

Personal Assistant!

West Des Moines, IA

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$14/hr
I am a 27-year-old stay at home mom to a 4-month-old boy! I have 7 years of experience as a personal assistant. I am proficient in a wide variety of tasks! Bringing to appts, grocery shopping, returns, meal prep, taking pets to the groomers, house sitting, family and client scheduling, and many more! Please don't hesitate to...
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Mallory F.

Senior Care

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting. Currently I am a stay at home mom to a 4-month-old! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands, cleaning, cooking, paying bills, meal prep, laundry and many...
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Mallory F.

Part Time Babysitter Or Tutor

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 29 years old and currently working as an independent nail technician, but I'm looking to take on a flexible side job. I'm a mom to a sweet2-year-old and have over seven years of experience as a personal assistant, where I handled tasks like scheduling, errands, cleaning, cooking, paying bills, laundry, and more. I offer...
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Mallory F.

Organization And Clenaing!

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I am 27 years old and currently a stay at home mom to one baby boy! Cleaning and organizing are my passion! Sometimes it feels extremely hard to get your house in order when you're living in hectic chaos. Organization in the home can be the start to a stress free life. I can show you tools and ways to keep things organized that...
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Naomi M.

Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

Clive, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal 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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Jennifer B.

Personal Assistant

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
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Kathryn L.

Housekeeper, Elder Care, Personal Assistant

Johnston, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 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.
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Katie J.

Variety of services

Urbandale, IA

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$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...
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Shannon R.

Professional Caregiver/Patient Advocate/Care Coordinator

Waukee, IA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 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,...
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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...
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  • 38 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.07/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA

Personal Assistants in West Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 38 listed personal assistants

Paulette S.

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...

- Care member

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.

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 West Des Moines

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $23.07 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 14 personal assistants in West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines. 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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