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Jen H.


Pleasant Hill, IA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Educated Nurse Practitioner With My Doctorate To Care For Your Family Member Or Watch Children.

I have been a family nurse practitioner since 2003 and have worked with all spectrum of populations. Was a practitioner at Blank for a long time.
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Paulette S.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children and adults who have experienced abuse.
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Denetra M.


Des Moines, IA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Great Care Taker.

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...
5.0
"Dee is dependable, hard working and accountable. She communicates well with staff and clients. Dee is also an excellent advocate in the office and for the client."

Alice C.

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Denetra M.


Des Moines, IA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

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: Errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & 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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I did volunteer service at the Christian Opportunity Center for six months working with and helping high school students and adults with mental and physical disabilities. It was honestly the highlight of my week to get to go every Thursday and know I was helping and making a difference to someone.
5.0
"Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future ."

Tamara D.

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Stephanie M.


Des Moines, IA

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

Hello! I have been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have worked at daycares, school districts, babysat and nanny for families. I have a brother who is Autistic and he is my best friend! I would love to have some evening hours and possibly weekends if the family I nanny does not need me that day/time. I enjoy taking...
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Callison F.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

I am currently a Psychology major at Iowa State University. I have experience baby sitting a boy that has autism and I was apart of the Best buddies program in high school, so I have some back ground with special needs children.
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Courtanie W.


Altoona, IA

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

I am an almost-30-year-old mom of a baby with a G-Tube. Prior to the birth of my baby, I worked with children and adults with intellectual disabilities in both an institutional setting, as well as a group home/waiver home setting for a little over 9 years. Prior to that, I was a CNA in assisted living/nursing home settings...
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Donna G.


Altoona, IA

$8-13/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate And Respectful Caregiver

24 years working with the developmentally disabled and mentally disabled. 20 years working in substance abuse and mental health. 3 years in behavioral intervention services with chronically mentally ill children. 10 years working in ICF and HCBS group homes.
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, respite care, errands
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Pabitra B.


Des Moines, IA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care Provider Part-Time

Hello! My name is Pabitra. I have 5 years of experience in working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I also have over a year of experience in working with quadriplegic. I feel like that I can be a good fit for you. I'm willing to work on your schedule which does work with mine, too. If you are still looking for a caregiver, let...
Hi, My name is Risha , I'm 24 and I've worked in Childcare for almost five years now. I've worked with ages 0-5. I would describe my personality as kind, patient and supportive. Working with kids is a challenge, but I always feel like it's so worth it when you see them start to grow and learn. I love to create, build and play...
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Allison K.


Des Moines, IA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a full time nanny looking for additional opportunities. I have been on care. com for 6 years and can provide references as needed.
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Courtanie W.


Altoona, IA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 29-year-old mom of a special needs baby with around 12 years of health care experience. I started as a CNA at 16, working in long-term skilled nursing care facilities, assisted living, and memory care/dementia units. Following that, I worked with adults and children with intellectual disabilities for about 9 years. I've...
Courtanie can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Olivia T.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Caregiver

I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was in High School. I started off volunteering for a special recreation association for various programs. After my freshman year of college, I worked as an inclusion aide for kiddos with autism and other special needs. I loved it. I worked for that company for 3...
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Trinity B.


Des Moines, IA

$10-25/hr4 yrs exp

Health Science Student, Special needs

I'm currently a junior at Drake University majoring in health science. I came into the health science field because I enjoy having the ability to help make a difference in other people's lives. My education experience has prepared me in the health care field, and I'm currently working as a certified nursing assistant for...
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Jenna S.


Des Moines, IA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hi! I've been an Occupational Therapy Assistant for the last 5 years. I have experience working with the geriatric and pediatric populations. I absolutely loved working in the memory care units at a skilled nursing facility. Currently, I am working with children with developmental and learning disabilities; although I'm...
Jenna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

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Victoria S.


Des Moines, IA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hello! I'm Victoria, a dedicated mom, passionate artist, and licensed K-8 teacher with special education, reading, and social studies endorsements. With a deep love for children and teaching. I have years of experience working with adults and children with disabilities. I thrive on engaging activities like library visits,...
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Lisa F.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have a love for children with Down's Syndrome. I've worked with a few different children mostly when I was younger. I fell in love with them so much that I named my son after one of them. They are truly a gift from God. I recently began volunteering at Gigi's Playhouse but because of some circumstances haven't been able to be...
Hello! I am a 2nd grade teacher hoping to provide occasional or regular part time or occasional respite care during my summer break. I have a decade of experience with kids of all ages in recreational and educational settings. I have also provided respite care to several families, worked in special education, and have years...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Pleasant Hill, IA

Denetra M.

5.0

Dee is dependable, hard working and accountable. She communicates well with staff and clients. Dee is also an excellent advocate in the office and for the client.

- Alice C.

Denetra M.

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.

Hailey J.

5.0

Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares and reads them. Reach out to me for recommendation. Will be using in the future .

- Tamara D.

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