Senior woman at home with a caring helper

What we offer

Everything Your Loved One Needs to Thrive at Home

We offer a range of personal assistance services — all delivered with the same warmth, reliability, and genuine care.

Flexible Help, Tailored to Your Family

No two clients are alike, and neither are their needs. Whether your loved one needs a little help a few times a month or more regular support, we work around their routine — not ours. Every service can be combined, adjusted, and scheduled to fit your family's life.

The everyday tasks, handled with care.

Errands & Shopping

Keeping up with groceries, prescriptions, and daily errands can be exhausting — especially for seniors living alone. We handle the running around so your loved one always has what they need, without the stress or the risk of driving.

  • Grocery shopping and pantry restocking
  • Pharmacy pickups and prescription management
  • Post office, bank, and other errand runs
  • Dry cleaning and clothing pickups
  • Returns and exchanges

A reliable companion for every visit.

Medical Appointments

Getting to and from doctor appointments can be one of the biggest challenges for seniors. We provide safe, on-time transportation and stay with your loved one throughout the visit — taking notes, asking questions, and making sure they feel supported.

  • Transportation to and from appointments
  • Accompaniment inside the office
  • Help communicating with medical staff
  • Post-appointment notes and follow-up reminders
  • Specialist visits, therapy, lab work, and more

Connection that brightens every day.

Outings & Companionship

Loneliness is one of the greatest challenges facing older adults. Our helpers don't just show up — they genuinely connect. Whether it's a walk in the park, lunch at a favorite restaurant, the dance at the community center, or simply a good conversation over coffee, we bring joy and engagement to everyday life.

  • Walks, parks, and outdoor activities
  • Restaurant outings and social events
  • Visits to friends, family, or community groups
  • Hobbies, games, and shared activities at home
  • Regular check-in visits for peace of mind

A tidy home, a calmer life.

Home Cleaning & Laundry

A clean, organized home isn't just comfortable — it's safer. We handle light housekeeping and laundry so your loved one can enjoy their space without the physical strain of keeping it up.

  • General tidying and light housekeeping
  • Vacuuming, dusting, and mopping
  • Kitchen and bathroom cleaning
  • Laundry, folding, and putting away
  • Changing bed linens and making beds

Nearby when it matters most.

Non-Medical Recovery Assistance

Recovering from surgery or a health event is stressful — for the person healing and for the family watching from a distance. Our non-medical recovery support gives everyone peace of mind. We're not nurses, and we don't provide hands-on medical care, but we show up, we stay present, and we make sure your loved one is never alone when they need someone close by.

  • Overnight and extended stays during post-surgical recovery
  • Medication reminders — we remind, we don't administer
  • Standby shower assistance — present for safety, ready to call for help if needed
  • Monitoring comfort and alertness after procedures
  • Coordinating with family and contacting emergency services if a concern arises
  • Light meal preparation and hydration reminders during recovery

A note about our non-medical services

Amy's Helpers provides non-medical support only. We are not licensed nurses or medical professionals. Our recovery assistance is designed to provide presence, safety monitoring, and practical help — and to contact the appropriate medical professionals immediately if a situation requires it.  Our care providers are trained and certified in CPR within a month of being hired, but are not nurses or CNAs.

How It Works

Getting started is simple. We make it easy to find the right fit for your family.

1

Give Us a Call

Reach out by phone or message. We'll have a friendly, no-pressure conversation about your loved one's needs.

2

We Create a Plan

Together we'll put together a schedule and service plan that fits your family's routine and budget.

3

Meet Your Helper

We'll introduce you to a carefully matched helper before services begin — so everyone feels comfortable from day one.

4

Ongoing Support

We stay in close communication with families and adjust the plan anytime your needs change.

Not Sure What You Need?

That's completely okay. Give us a call and we'll talk through it together — no commitment required.

Amy's Helpers

Friendly, compassionate assistance for seniors — helping your loved ones live comfortably and independently, when you can't be there.

Get in Touch

(515) 249-6933
Serving the greater Des Moines metro area and surrounding Iowa communities

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