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Hunter P.

Altoona, IA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm extremely reliable, punctual and helpful. I'm almost 22 years old still trying to decide what I want to do career wise, I absolutely love helping people any chance I get! I grew up in a huge family and was the oldest child of my house, I would run errands for my mom, assisted her in her salon with light cleaning and...
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Altoona, IA

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$15/hr
I can tackling a wide range of tasks, I specialize in handling the "odds and ends" jobs that are often overlooked or outside the scope of traditional roles. From cleaning to organizing and running errands, I pride myself on being adaptable and resourceful. Whether it's assembling furniture, or assisting with various personal...
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Ankeny, IA

3.0(1)
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$16/hr
9 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Gracie! I have 9 years of experience and have worked with newborns to 9 years old. I am currently in nursing school and CPR certified. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, running errands, activities, and more! I will start school at the start of March and end at the start of May but I will have...

Regan P. says "Gracie was hired very short notice but was very loving and open to anything. She took great care of our kids and they loved her. I would hire her again"

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Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...

Care Member says "Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able...

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Dana A.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
I'm a mom and have worked in customer service and childcare all of my adult life, so running errands and taking care of my home come easily. Reliability, punctuality and being detailed are important.
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Dana A.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
I am compassionate with a nurturing spirit and a belief that all people have unique needs. I enjoy spending time with seniors. Having conversations, playing games, reading, running errands, crafts, encouraging exercise and healthy habits, cooking, and light housework are some ways I can help and connect. I have 3 children and...
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Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Looking for a family to nanny for full-time over the summer (June - August). I am 22 years old, currently attending Grand View University for psychology and working at an elementary school as an associate. Certifications include CPR and CNA, and I have my own car. Pet-friendly!! I enjoy spending time outside, staying active,...
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Looking For A Full-Time Summer Nanny?

Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a college student at Iowa state university studying to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a lot of experience babysitting as it was my primary job growing up (5+ years). I am the oldest of 2 younger siblings and grew up with pets so I am pet friendly! I also have a car to run errands and carpool! I nanny...
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Experienced Creative Nanny

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services with a minor in History. I worked at a childcare center for three years in college, working with children ranging from six weeks through fifth grade. I love working with children and helping foster positive development! I am also comfortable with food preparation, light house...
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Fun And Loving Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced and compassionate/loving caregiver who is patient, fun, and reliable. I cook, clean/organize, run errands, do activities, and love animals. I have references and you can find feedback from other families on my profile. My goal is to make a difference by working together with the families that I serve. I...
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
I am a single mom, looking for some extra income. I am available to help with any house cleaning, organizing, running errands, or even just helping you with daily routines. Non smoker, have reliable vehicle
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Carrer Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$24/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
So my experience with caregiving and household management has been across-the-board, mainly for children. In my more recent years now being in my 30s, I realize how much I crave adult interaction and being able to help an adult in need. My experience has been everything from meal, prep, laundry, errands running, dishes,...
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Part Time Baby Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
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Fun Loving Mom, Ready To Help Your Family

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
I am a mother of 2 daughters, a 2x cancer survivor, and have time to help your family. I previously had my own licensed in home childcare and decided to close it. I miss being around kids and decided to apply for a nanny or just helping one family. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping,...
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Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Currently I am a caregiver where I help seniors with many different things such as running errands, housekeeping, conversation, meals, and other daily activities they might need help with. I do not however do baths due to my fibromyalgia. I do however have plenty of experience with medications, making sure one takes them as well...
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I am a mother of 2 daughters, cancer survivor 2x, loves animals & kids. I am currently a caretaker to my mother, which includes taking her to appointments, or running her to store, or even me doing errands for her. I am available to help those that may need transportation, errands ran or even taking to the store etc.. I am a...
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Senior Care

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi! My name is Ava :) I go to DMACC in Ankeny for elementary education. I would love to help clean for you, cook for you, and run any errands you may need!
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Samantha H.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
I am a mother of 2 daughters, cancer survivor 2x, loves animals & kids. I am currently a caretaker to my mother, which includes taking her to appointments, or running her to store, or even me doing errands for her. I am available to help those that may need transportation, errands ran or even taking to the store etc.. I am a...
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Senior Care, Errands, Transportation Assistance, Light House Keeping

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
personal care
I provide light senior care assistance that includes companionship and social interaction, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping/errands services, and transportation to and from appointments.
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Mary G.'s Photo

Pleasant Hill, IA

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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Mary and I raised all my children and find myself having extra time on my hands that I would like to use to provide services for anyone that is in need of errand running. I'm fully vaccinated and eager to help!
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  • 45 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.50/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Altoona

Hiring an errand runner in Altoona, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $12.50 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 Altoona, IA. There are currently 2 errand runners in Altoona. 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 Altoona 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 Altoona. 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 Altoona, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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