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Brittany P.

Glenmont, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! I am a very reliable, friendly, caring person who has about 9 years experience caring for children and about 4 years experience with household management. I have helped other families by: running errands, being at the home for deliveries, put groceries away, meal prepping, laundry, wrapping gifts for...
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Young Caring Professional

Wynantskill, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. Sociable and responsible. Happy to help around the house and run errands. Clean driving record.
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Wynantskill, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been working with kids for well over a decade now. I was hired at the age of 15 at Temple Israel as an after school daycare teacher. I was an assistant teacher there as well as a few different elementary schools over the years. I worked at Temple Israel as one of three teachers for their summer program where I taught...
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Hello!

Rensselaer, NY

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Hello! My name is Melissa. I work in the veterinary field but enjoy getting to know people and animals alike. After having a senior friend, I realize how lonely being a senior can be without the proper support. I would like to offer friendship and help for the seniors in my community. I can come prepare dinner, play board games,...
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Companion Care

Latham, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
errands
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am an insured care giver who is passionate about providing assistance to clients in need of emotional and social support. The client and I will engage in conversation, I provide transportation, accompany clients to appointments, run errands, do light housekeeping, and meal prep. I will remind the client of when medication is...
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Need Help with Errands, Shopping or Assisting with the Home and Pets?

Latham, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am looking to help a family run a household. I have over 35 years experience as a wife and mother and recently a new Grammy . I am a savvy business person. I am an avid animal lover, have an excellent driving record, and lots of local families to provide great references. Some of my services include: shopping assistance...
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Cohoes, NY

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$25/hr
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Although new to professional caregiving, I have a deep-rooted passion for supporting and connecting with elderly individuals, shaped by my experiences growing up with my grandparents. I have gained firsthand insight into the importance of compassion and attentive care through my time spent with them. I am eager to bring this...
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Latham, NY

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
respite care
light cleaning
Making a difference in people's lives is what truly matters to me. With a year of experience, I bring a compassionate approach to senior care. My First Aid Training allows me to respond effectively in various situations. I'm skilled in providing respite care, running errands, light housekeeping, and preparing meals. I am...
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Part Time Nanny/ Errands

Cohoes, NY

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$25/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, I am a mom to a 15 yr old boy. I am very responsible person and safe driver. I am looking for a part time job that has flexible schedule since I also work full time.
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My name is Shelby K.

Selkirk, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Shelby K. I am currently 23 years old and have been working with kids in a classroom setting since I was 16. I am looking to get a weekend babysitter job for extra money to help with my bills. I currently work a full time job 8am-4 p.m. I would love to help out your family as much as needed. I have a reliable...
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East Greenbush, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My interests include being outdoors, reading, exercising, animals and volunteering. I have been babysitting for approximately 10 years for children of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I currently work with families and children and have experiences with infants and children with special needs. I am available weekends...
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Cohoes, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. For the last 10 years, I've dedicated myself to ensuring adults and seniors maintain their independence and well-being. My experience includes adapting to changing routines, handling confusion, and incorporating memory care activities. I am patient, compassionate, and...
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Wynantskill, NY

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$33/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. My passion for enhancing well-being and independence stems from positive experiences in previous care roles. I am committed to making a real difference in people's lives. As a caregiver with one year of experience and some college education, I provide transportation, run...
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Available For: Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Prep, Errands, Laundry & Additional Tasks If Needed

Watervliet, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
Worked at a local residential facility for seniors on a health related floor for 4 years Worked in State operated community residences and facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities for 17 years. Completed 2 full semesters of nursing at a local college.
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Live-in home care
errands
home modification
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm fairly new in this field but I've always been interested and I have learned so much within the year of caring for seniors. When I was around 17 my aunt became really sick and moved in with me and my family. I helped cared for her daily ADLs because it was a lot on just my mom which sparked my interest in caring for others. I...
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Fun Loving Energetic Part-Time Date Night Sitter

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello families! I was a past teacher and now stay at home mom looking for some occasional drop off care out of my home for families who need a few hours to run errands and have someone reliable watch their kids for 3 hour windows. Whether its needing to go to an appointment, or just need a few hours of help in the daytime...

Dorothea M. says "Deanna is a caring, kind, responsible and dependable caregiver for our two kids ages 2 and 5! She brings to the table years of experience in teaching...

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Free Time For You Makes Me Smile!

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
General room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
Hello! I am the mother of two grown boys, two sweet dogs, and the wife of an amazing husband. Helping people and animals, of all persuasions, has always been my passion. I'm extremely professional, organized, and jack-of-all-trades! My services include meticulous house cleaning, home organization, non-medical adult/senior care...

Care Member says "Lori does a great job cleaning at my house. We are so happy to have her!"

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Compassionate Caregiver With 12+years Of Experien

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
Bathroom needs, showering, dressing, daily activities cooking, feeding, multitask appointments, and run errands shopping, entertainment, like playing games, listening to music, reading, exercising, etc.

Care Member says "Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. Very hard working and reliable, always on time and trust worthy. I felt very comfortable and safe when my elderly...

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Ballston Lake, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Experience with Alzheimer's/dementia, Parkinson's, COPD, stroke, post-op, wound care, bed-bound, low mobility, couples, terminally ill much more etc. CPR/BLS Certified and insured. Offering: Personal care, Medication management, Assistance with ADLs, Meal preparation adhering to specific diet/nutritional needs , Laundry,...

Daniela A. says "Jessica took care of my mom who had Alzheimer's and could be very difficult and agitated. Jessica knew what to say to my mom to calm her. She was always...

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Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a positive, compassionate, and encouraging young adult who loves working with kids. I started out caring for children as an after-school babysitter when I was a young teenager. Since then, I have gone on to get my associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and get professional experience as an aide in an integrated...

Lyndsay P. says "Sophia was absolutely wonderful to work with and our girls loved the time they spent with her. I always appreciated her patience and her kindness with...

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.59/hr as of November 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Albany, NY

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Deanna M.

Deanna is a caring, kind, responsible and dependable caregiver for our two kids ages 2 and 5! She brings to the table years of experience in...

- Dorothea M.

Lori K.

Lori does a great job cleaning at my house. We are so happy to have her!

- Care member

Nalini B.

Nalini is an extraordinary caregiver. Very hard working and reliable, always on time and trust worthy. I felt very comfortable and safe when...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Albany

Hiring an errand runner in Albany, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $18.59 per hour as of November 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 Albany, NY. There are currently 17 errand runners in Albany. 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 Albany 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 Albany. 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 Albany, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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