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Senior care providers in Mechanicsville, IA

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Toni P.


Mechanicsville, IA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Professional, Experienced

I have been a CNA for 20+ years 15 years doing hospice full time. I have experience in all patient ADL cares and needs. I care for my patients like family. I have experience in home care, facilities, assisted livings CPR certified, dementia and alzhimers training, experience with all ages. I enjoy being there and helping...
Toni can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

8 years as a CNA in a nursing home , CPR, AEMT. Love being able to help others and make there day a little brighter
Megan can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

My grandmother had a stroke last year and i've learned how to take care of her. I'm with her everyday and I run her errands, watch and keep her entertained, pick up meals for her and give her medication. I love helping people out. I'm currently fully available!
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Dawn P.


Lowden, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Loving Fun Senior Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I Have over 14 Yrs Experience Caring For The Elderly. I Care for each and Everyone of My Clients Very Much. And Build Very Strong Loving Bonds with My Clients. I Take Pride in Taking Care Of My Clients, and Care for them as If they are My Grandparents. I Was raised By My Mom & My Loving Grandparents which I was Very Close to. I...
Dawn can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

4.0
"Dawn has been very patient and understanding while caring for my mom. Prepares meals, flexible schedule if needed, and is dependable."

Care member

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Laresa N.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am certified nursing assistant with experience working in a variety of fields. I have cared for the elderly and individuals with disabilities in my work life, and children ranging from infants to teenagers in my personal life. I am a very patient, dedicated person and I believe in providing the best care I can.
Laresa can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Laresa has been a reliable housekeeper / Care Taker for me for the last two months. She manages routine Dish washing, Laundry, and household cleaning as directed. Observant of non-routine needs. Advocates for Healthy and Environmentally safe methods & materials....

Harvey R.

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Elli N.


Marion, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mother

Hello, I'm a very compassionate mother of four n grandmother of one also four dogs. I have several years taking care of many. I love to teach cooking , cleaning organizing and to have fun. Kids want to know life and teaching them to have fun but also responsibility is the key. At the end of the day it's the parents whom make the...
Elli can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"I hired Elli to take me to and from my physical therapy appointments after I had an total knee replacement. Elli was quick to respond and answer any questions I had. She was prompt in picking me up, caring and extremely helpful when assisting me to my...

Jolene S.

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Kimberly W.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I am a compassionate, motivated professional with extensive experience working with children and families. I completed numerous annual trainings to maintain my status as a social worker, including mandatory reporter for dependent adults and children. I am able to relate well with a wide variety of people. I understand the...
Kimberly can also help with: Respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Kim is a wonderful person who works hard and is very caring, Loves pets, is on time , and very observing. I would hire her in a minute. "

Thomas L.

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Jasmine S.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a former professional caregiver of 12years but been caring for different family members of my own for most of my adult life. I've assisted the elderly with daily needs such as med reminders, transport, light house work, personal care, food prep, and companionship. The clients never treated me as a worker, its more like...
Jasmine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jasmine has cared for me multiple times over the years. She was very knowledgeable and concerned about my needs. Love having her around. Such a sweetheart."

Josie S.

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Ellyn C.


Iowa City, IA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello! I have about 3 years worth of CNA experience, mainly in geriatrics. My time working with this patient population has been enjoying and has helped influence me to go into nursing. I'm currently a Kirkwood Nursing student, about half way through the RN program. I have assisted in caring for patients with end stage Dementia,...
Ellyn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

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Abigail C.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$30-35/hr1 yrs exp

Abbie (CNA) -19

I am currently employed as a travel CNA and have done this for about a year. I do this as a college job, but I have also been employed as a CNA for two years back in my hometown. With it being summer and limited shifts available for my summer job, I am looking for more work and working with the elderly as this is enjoyable to...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Jillyan C.


Iowa City, IA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I worked at a senior care facility for two years in highschool. I worked as a universal worker, which basically is a CNA who is not certified. I took the CNA course but due to covid I was unable to take the exam. I worked in the memory care unit as well as assisted living where I helped with all ADL's.
Jillyan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation, meal prep
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Alexis J.


Iowa City, IA

$15-19/hr1 yrs exp

A Compassionate And Fun Worker Committed To Providing Great Care!

I have 1 year of paid experience, but have had a variety of volunteer and paid jobs within the human services specifically working with children and adults with disabilities in various settings. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, and Errands/Shopping. I like to have fun with all my client! I am...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Chloe S.


Iowa City, IA

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

Throughout high school I worked as a CNA at a nursing home. I specifically worked in the Dementia unit so I have lots of experience in that area. I originally became a CNA because two of my grandmothers suffered from Alzheimer's. I saw my great grandmother get treated poorly by some of the staff so I desperately wanted a job...
Chloe can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

CNA

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David S.


Iowa City, IA

$14-22/hr1 yrs exp

Looking To Help Families On Part Time Basis With Care For Their Loved Ones.

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, positive, and energetic I like caring for seniors because I have been take care of my Mother who is 105 and lives in North Carolina. It is such a help when we have help and that spurred me to sign up. I will be available sparingly through March 2024 as I will be splitting time between...
David can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, home modification, errands, meal prep
5.0
"I contacted David because I needed a driver for an out-of-town errand. I feel very fortunate to have met this compassionate, intelligent, polished individual. If there were a “plus” to add to the star rating, I’d add two."

Elaine B.

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Naomi K.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

I have varied experience in the care-giving field from dementia to hospice care. I am also fun, sociable and compassionate. I believe everyone should receive dignified and compassionate care.
Naomi can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have a passion for helping others and take great pride in being able to make a difference in the lives of those I care for. I have excellent communication skills, which allow me to easily build healthy relationships with both clients and their families. I am dedicated to providing the highest quality of care possible and...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
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Hannah B.


Marion, IA

$14-22/hr6 yrs exp

I have worked in senior care for six years now. I'm in school at kirkwood to further my education in healthcare. I've worked with dementia, hospice, long term care, disabilities, etc. In addition, I have my med manager so I am familiar with giving medication, insulin, etc. My passion in life is caring for those who need it most!
Hannah can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
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Heather W.


Iowa City, IA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate & Healing Professional In-Homecare Services

Over two decades of experience with leadership and delivery of supported community living services as a provider of in-home care services. A mother of four children, business owner of a direct care professional organization, and compassionate service-oriented assistant bringing a holistic healing background helping to nourish...
Heather can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
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Haylee S.


Iowa City, IA

$12-30/hr1 yrs exp

I currently work at the University of Iowa hospital as a patient care technician on a med/surg cardiovascular floor. Our patient population consist of 60-100-year-olds, often those diagnosed with dementia. I am looking to gain some more experience before starting nursing school in the fall!
Haylee can also help with: Personal care, dementia, transportation, companionship
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Katlin Z.


Iowa City, IA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Before moving to Iowa city I worked at an Assisted living home from the age 15-19. I worked as a Resident Assistant and helped residents with everyday basic needs. I also worked in the memory care unit. I have a lot of experience with caring for the elderly, and I love every second of it! If they need help with anything I love...
Katlin can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Recent senior care reviews in Mechanicsville, IA

Dawn P.

4.0

Dawn has been very patient and understanding while caring for my mom. Prepares meals, flexible schedule if needed, and is dependable.

- Care member

Laresa N.

5.0

Laresa has been a reliable housekeeper / Care Taker for me for the last two months. She manages routine Dish washing, Laundry, and household cleaning as directed. Observant of non-routine needs. Advocates for Healthy and Environmentally safe methods & materials. Adapts well to quirky specific...

- Harvey R.

Elli N.

5.0

I hired Elli to take me to and from my physical therapy appointments after I had an total knee replacement. Elli was quick to respond and answer any questions I had. She was prompt in picking me up, caring and extremely helpful when assisting me to my appointments.

- Jolene S.

Kimberly W.

5.0

Kim is a wonderful person who works hard and is very caring, Loves pets, is on time , and very observing. I would hire her in a minute.

- Thomas L.

Jasmine S.

5.0

Jasmine has cared for me multiple times over the years. She was very knowledgeable and concerned about my needs. Love having her around. Such a sweetheart.

- Josie S.

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