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Diane H.

Cleaning, Errands, Shopping, House Sitter

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 55 years old. Hard working and dedicated. I will come in clean your home and take care of your personal space and belongings the way you need and want them done. Using the cleaning chemicals you want. I am very trustworthy and dependable. I come with references. Relax and let me do the cleaning.

Samantha K. says "Diane is wonderful! Great with our son and dog. The house always looks wonderful afterwards!"

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Denise P.

Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience

Akron, OH

4.4(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with children of all ages in one...

Amber L. says "Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for...

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Marie H.

Caring Teacher Loves Kids And Pets

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Marie. I was a teacher for 12 years and now I run my own pet care business. I have mostly taught middle school kids with disabilities. I am looking to help care for dogs/cats/bunnies etc, run errands, help people with disabilities, and so forth.

Margaret H. says "Marie is truly passionate about her work and takes responsibilities very seriously. She's someone you can truly count on and will provide top-notch...

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Linda H.

American Maid & House Sitter Available 7 Days A Week

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Attic cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I have worked as a housekeeper for over 15 years. I love what I do an it shows. I take pride in everything I do, and I always go above and beyond what is expected of me. I have done home improvements with the families I have worked for. I have house sat and cared for their pets when they've needed me. I cook, run errands and...

Sharlene M. says "Very good with cleaning and helpful with family and pets(one cat and one dog)"

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Deborah J.

Compassionate Elder Care And Coordinator Of Services/.

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
visiting physician
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
With over 35 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and the differently abled. I have cared for my aging parents and taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy. I've managed scheduling of other care givers, and worked closely with Hospice, coordinating a range of care. I have raised four wonderful...

Audrey T. says "Deb is an exceptionally caring person who believes elderly individuals should be given the highest amount of respect. Her focus extends beyond taking...

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Deborah J.

Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and differently-able. I have cared for my aging parents, taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy and I currently care for a 99-year-old couple part time. I have spent the last 30 some years raising my own four children and caring for other children...

Megan H. says "Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and...

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Melkio N.

Errands

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Dependable worker, no regrets. I have great deal to work to your satisfaction in providing best services.
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Jordyn P.

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
My name is Jordyn and I would love to help you run errands and deal with everyday life as best I can! I have reliable transportation and am comfortable around pets and kids! I would love to answer any questions you have as well!!
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Brittany T.

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I offer services from babysitting, housekeeping, senior care, or running errands. I have many years of experience with all of it and can offer references if requested. I'm dependable and flexible with times needed. Any more questions please reach out!
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Eleanor S.

Helping Hand

Akron, OH

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
I currently work FT at a long term care facility and I love it! My favorite part of the day is interacting with the residents. I am available weekends to help run errands or do house work or gardening/yard work in the summer!! Or even if you would just like some company for dinner or for lunch, let me know!!
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Haddy N.

Caring And Trustworthy Mother Of Four

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 39-year-old woman who is looking for extra cash as kids are growing, and would soon be going to college. I work as a STNA/care giver who has been working around the elderly for over 17 years. I worked in direct care, running errands, shopping, and doctors visit as an added responsibility. I am a very good shopper and...
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Michelle M.

Phenomenal House Cleaner With A Lot Of Experience.

Akron, OH

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
dusting
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been cleaning homes for many people on my own since 2016. I love what I do and work my hardest to ensure your complete satisfaction. I am trustworthy, reliable, dependable, friendly, and dedicated. I am looking to fill my empty time slots on my schedule. I love pets and our elderly and can provide companionship/care if...
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India E.

Akron, OH

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is India. I am a CPR and first aid certified caregiver. I am comfortable caring for seniors and children. I am a mother of 3 energetic boys, so experience is there. Organization and cleanliness are my top priorities. I understand that in this world today, parents are being pulled in many directions, and help is...
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Kaeli F.

Akron, OH

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
As a Registered Nurse of 11 years and newly graduated Family Nurse Practitioner who has babysat throughout schooling, I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to caring for children. My passion for supporting families and providing reliable care stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I am a patient and...
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Linda H.

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been a home health aid in the past. I took care of a gentlemen that needed full time care and he lived with his daughter. After the first week of caring for him he became my best buddy. He loved me an I loved him. I was with him until he passed. I took care of my sons father, when they wanted to put him in hospice I said...
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Kendall T.

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello, my name is Kendall. I'm 27 years old and I am very involved in my volunteer work and my family. In my volunteer work, I talk to my neighbors and show them how the Bible can help them lead happy lives. My family is very important to me and I often do errands and things for my mother and 89-year-old grandmother. I currently...
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Zoe R.

Little Kid At Heart

Akron, OH

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Zoe! Over the past four years, I have worked with children at a daycare and an ABA therapy center. During my time there, I have taken care of children with autism, ADHD, Tourette's, and other disorders. I have experience working with children aged between 3 months and 20 years old. I believe that my positive...
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India E.

Providing Love And Care

Akron, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
Hello, thank you for taking the time to consider me for the care of your loved one. First and foremost, my name is India, and I have been in the healthcare field for 20 yrs +. I have been a STNA, HHA, and EMT. I have also been a DSP in the past. I am BLS certified, CPR, and First Aid certified. Most recently, I have worked in a...
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Kayla C.

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Kayla. I have been caring for seniors for about four years now. Im absolutely comfortable with bathing/ changing breifs when needed. Feeding and assisting with meal preperation. I curently work at a Alzheimer's and Dementia special care nursing home in Montrose, OH. I currently attend Hondros School of Nursing...
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Eliza W.

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny!

Akron, OH

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Eliza :) I love working with children and helping them to explore the world around them, all the while prioritizing their safety. On top of college-level child development studies, I have extensive experience with children of all age brackets. I have worked in daycare with infants through school-age, babysat...
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.04/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 4.8

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Akron, OH

Errand Runners in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Diane H.

Diane is wonderful! Great with our son and dog. The house always looks wonderful afterwards!

- Samantha K.

Denise P.

Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared...

- Amber L.

Marie H.

Marie is truly passionate about her work and takes responsibilities very seriously. She's someone you can truly count on and will provide...

- Margaret H.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Akron

Hiring an errand runner in Akron, OH on Care.com will cost an average of $18.04 per hour as of June 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each provider has, how often you will need the person to run errands for you and the types of tasks you need them to take care of.

Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Akron, OH. There are currently 23 errand runners in Akron. If you'd like to increase the number of candidates, you can expand the area of your search around the city. From there, compare candidates by hourly rate, experience, and the specific errand services they provide. Be sure to check reviews from other families in Akron who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.

Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Akron. A few examples would be taking your laundry to the dry cleaning, shopping for groceries, helping you pack for a move, organizing your storage, driving your kids to and from activities around Akron, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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