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My name is Erin! I have my BA in Psychology from Rowan University. My goal is to put a smile on your loved ones' face while also giving them the dignity they deserve!
Erin can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with a wide range of things to keep seniors in their home longer. I got my CNA about 24 yrs ago and then got my med tech a couple yrs later. I've worked in nursing homes & group homes until about 7 yrs ago. I started working for nonmedical homecare at that time. I started private...
Loretta can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Loretta has been an amazing help to my mother with Parkinson's. She does her bathing, dressing, light cooking & cleaning, helps manage care of her catheter, etc. I would definitely recommend her for you or a loved one!"
Marcia M.
5.0
(1)
PLEASE DISREGARD THIS PROFILE. I TRIED TO REMOVE IT BUT FOR SOME REASON, AM UNABLE TO DO SO. I AM NO LONGER OFFERING SENIOR SERVICES!
I became a Certified Nursing Aid at 16 then an EMT at 18. I worked my way through college as both a nursing aide and an EMT progressing to a Paramedic. I worked in home health care, and human...
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone...
Sheila W.
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: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is reliable and a compassionate person"
Rael K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shelley. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. I'm a 45-year-old Advanced Nurse assistant/ Hospice Aide and Homecare provider with over 25 years experience. I have achieved a wide variety of different skills through several positions in the medical field such as: Dementia/Alzheimer's care, End of life care(...
Shelley can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Shelley cared for my father in the last two weeks of his life. He appreciated her so very much as did all of our family. I highly recommend hiring Shelley. She is dependable, kind, efficient, punctual, and professional. She became an important part of my Dad's...
Elizabeth N.
5.0
(5)
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: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, personal care & more
5.0
"Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would...
Beth O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Paulette can also help with: Companionship, personal care, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Paulette has assisted my mother in her home for three years. My family finds her to be very caring, helpful, and dependable. She has built a strong relationship with my mom and is willing to go above and beyond to make her happy and comfortable. Highly recommended!"
John D.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as gentle, warm, and calm.
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy their personalities, wisdom, and interests, and I enjoy bringing wellbeing.
I'm looking for a job that gives me meaning and enhances my skills.
In my spare time, I like to play cards, have good conversations, bake, enjoy music,...
Ema can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
5.0
"Ema is such a bright light with an ability to connect with anyone in a kind and encouraging way. My daughter always enjoyed her time with Ema. She balanced developing a relationship with ensuring appropriate rules are also followed. "
Care member
Denetra M.
Des Moines, IA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in this career for at least 20 years. I have experience with elderly, mental health and those with special needs. I love what I do, am very passionate and I have patience. Am also a pet lover. Am dependable, honest and will do whatever it's takes to make clients happy. I love people and caring for them. I have great...
Denetra can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Denetra is honest, don't steal, and treat others with HIGH RESPECT! She is truly a rare gem who makes a difference in people's lives! I can wholeheartedly recommend Denetra."
Dena R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, friendly, positive
I like caring for seniors because they deserve high quality care and companionship. I have learned so much about myself and the world by caring for this great generation of individuals
I'm looking for a job that allows me flexibility. I want to feel that I have...
Bambi can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Bambi helped me take care of my mother in hospice. She wasn't afraid of any work. She was always joyful. Not long after she started, she didn't have to be asked to do something, she just did it. And, my mother loved her and opened up to her & told her things that...
Karen R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the last 10 years I have helped individuals and families in need by caring for their loved ones due to a variety of issues. I handled overnight stays, meal preparation, medication management and transportation. I'm comfortable with pets and willing to do whatever is necessary to make sure that all needs are met. I am an...
Billie can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Billie is a very dependable caregiver who sincerely cares for her patients. I don't know how I would get along without her assistance. Willing to go the extra mile."
Terence F.
Janiya P.
Des Moines, IA
$10-16/hr
5.0
(1)
Since I was younger I've always enjoyed being around older people, so much that till this day I can name all of them. I'm highly mature for my age and weirdly enough it feels like they understand me. Although I've never been paid to be a companion, I feel like it's just second nature to me.
Janiya can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She is a hard worker very dedicated to accomplishing her task given to her. Very humble respectful and kind."
Maximo P.
Maggie G.
Johnston, IA
$10-15/hr
I really love helping those out who have given us so much. These seniors are the ones who need our care the most! They have lived an amazing life and I love being able to provide them with company and help! I know I would want someone to take care of me well so I will do my very best to treat them the way I would want to be...
Leila B.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Polite, outgoing and down to earth. I love reading books, watching television and cooking. I love learning new things from other people. I am certified CNA and medication aide
Leila can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Leila is a very loving, compassionate person who took amazing care of my mother who was in her last few weeks of life on home Hospice. She went above & beyond to help our family and we will be forever grateful to her. "
Care member
Erika C.
Des Moines, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the geriatric field for 12 years. I started out working at Pandora rehabilitation center for seniors right out of high school, I finished my certified nursing assistant program. My job duties included bathing, dressing, feeding, routinely exercise, and emotional support for patients and family. After two years I...
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
Autumn L.
Ames, IA
$20-50/hr
Hello!
My name is Autumn! I have recently decided to go into the healthcare field because of my love for taking care of people. I have babysat/nannied for the last 7 years. I've helped out with elderly people as well, including my great grandpa and grandpa who both had strokes and were unable to use that side of their body. I've...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I have 30 + years experience with being a CNA . I live in Des Moines with my husband of 35 years.. I enjoy cooking, baking , football and much more. I love caring for seniors and treat them like my own family. I tell my clients this doesn't feel like a job because I love taking care of others.. I have experience with dementia,...
Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I'd describe my personality as adaptive
I like caring for seniors because my grandparents raised me, share common views with older generation.
I'm looking for a job that is unpredictable
I started caring for seniors when I was 16 years young!
In my spare time, I like to sketch, sing, play with my kids.
One thing you should...
Grace can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
Natasha G.
Ames, IA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am CPR certified and I've been a certified nursing assistant for 6 years. I'm great with people and good at caring for others.
Natasha can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
I am an American-Égyptien , My passion is helping people in need to live a better life especially seniors.
I am a very loving and caring person, I believe that power of love is the only thing that will make the world better.
I like reading, music, drawing and enjoy the natural beauty.
Rehab can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance
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Recent senior care reviews in Elkhart, IA
Loretta D.
5.0
Loretta is top notch. She is very knowledgeable, very personable, and very dependable. She has provided expert senior care to my loved one, including doctor visits, and managing a wheelchair for those. I recommend her with no reservations.
- Elaine J.
Bonnie F.
5.0
I have known Bonnie for 15 years. She is responsible, honest, has great people skills and well as great communication skills. She is loving and gives 100% of herself to help others. She has a great sense of humor and creates a fun environment to be around. Anyone would be blessed to have her as a...
- Sheila W.
Naomi M.
5.0
She is reliable and a compassionate person
- Rael K.
Shelley N.
5.0
Shelley cared for my father in the last two weeks of his life. He appreciated her so very much as did all of our family. I highly recommend hiring Shelley. She is dependable, kind, efficient, punctual, and professional. She became an important part of my Dad's care team within the first hour of her...
- Elizabeth N.
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is amazing. She started assisting with the care of my elder mother about 2 months ago. She is very flexible. So compassionate and kind. She works hard to make sure my mom is comfortable and helps with things around the house without being asked. I would highly recommend Mary.
- Beth O.
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FAQs for finding senior care in Elkhart, IA
In 2024, how much does senior care cost near me in Elkhart, IA?
The average rate for hiring a senior care provider in Elkhart, IA on Care.com is $25.00 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care needed (medical/non-medical or overnight care), the provider's certifications, years of experience, and total amount of hours required per day/week.
What types of senior care are available near me in 2024 in Elkhart, IA?
You can find a variety of in-home senior care options in Elkhart, IA on Care.com. Some of these options include having a companion to support your loved one with daily activities such as getting around the house, helping with meal prep, light housekeeping or even dressing/bathing. You also have the option to find a nursing assistant if medical care is required. There are also caregivers who can provide senior transportation to run errands or drive to doctor appointments. For seniors that require highly monitored care or cannot remain in their own homes, you'll find other options in Elkhart such as assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
How can I find senior care near me in Elkhart, IA?
Care.com has 1 senior care providers in Elkhart, IA. You can filter and sort local senior care providers by distance from Elkhart and compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other families.