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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
Errands
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 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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Fancy J.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. With two years of experience, I bring a passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My college degree provides a solid foundation for my care, and I am also trained in CPR. I am patient, friendly, and detail-oriented. I adapt to...
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Waukee, IA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Knowing I can bring comfort and support to others is what drives me. For the past three years, I've been dedicated to providing comprehensive senior care, including respite care, live-in support, and hospice services. I assist with errands, shopping, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. My experience also extends to...
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Mary M.'s Photo

Waukee, IA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is my passion. For the past 30 years I've been a Certified Home Health Aide, providing respite care, personal care, and more. I'm experienced in dementia care, including de-escalating stressful situations and incorporating memory care activities. I understand the importance of earning trust...
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Light cleaning
mobility assistance
home modification
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
30 years of experience have shaped my deep commitment to supporting adults and seniors. I am a Registered Nurse with some college education. My passion stems from previous positive experiences in care roles, and a genuine desire to positively impact lives. I am patient, calm, compassionate, and friendly. I respect each person's...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Johnston, IA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with children who have disabilities for over four years. I have done respite care and supported community living. I have some experience in the acute-hospital based setting as well. I am going to nursing school and plan on working with children who have special needs when I graduate.
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Altoona, IA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
home modification
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me. With three years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring patience, calmness, and a detail-oriented approach to my work. My background includes some high school. I am adept at de-escalating stressful situations, handling confusion, and incorporating...
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Respite Caregiver

Altoona, IA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I am always looking for semi-regular or occasional hours. I have a degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a certificate in Disability Studies from Iowa. I've worked with children and adults of all ages with special needs in several settings including in the home, at camp, in school, and in the community. I have experience with a...
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Maria N.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
My calling is to support the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. With two years of experience, I've learned the importance of patience and empathy in care. I hold a graduate degree and am ready to provide respite, live-in, and home health care. I can also assist with transportation, errands, light housekeeping,...
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Let's Simply Your Life!

Ankeny, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
home modification
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I provide personalized lifestyle and support services designed to simplify daily life for busy individuals, families, seniors, and professionals. Services include personal assistance, errand running, household support, appointment coordination, gift and event planning, recovery and respite assistance, and customized solutions...
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  • 10 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated respite care is 5.0

FAQs for finding respite care near you in West Des Moines, IA

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 2 respite care providers near you in West Des Moines, IA carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in West Des Moines, IA fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in West Des Moines, IA can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in West Des Moines, IA is $21.50 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in West Des Moines, IA.

To safely hire respite care near you in West Des Moines, IA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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