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Paige C.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Paige . I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in ESL from DePaul University. I am currently in my masters program for curriculum and instruction through Concordia University. I have been nannying for 8 years now with kids ranging from the ages of 1-12! I have...
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Lidia B.

Positive, Energetic Assistance

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced Polish caregiver. Great English. Cooking, laundry, running errands to grocery shopping, salon/nails.
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Heloise J.

NYU Student, Special Education And Elementary Education Dual Major

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 5 years of experience working in childcare and 7 years of babysitting experience. I've worked with students ages birth-adulthood and have experience in special education. I am comfortable babysitting, petsitting, cleaning, cooking, running errands and driving.
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Sylwia M.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
personal care
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With six years of experience, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant dedicated to enhancing the lives of those I care for. My background includes some college and First Aid Training. I am patient, friendly, and detail-oriented. I understand how to handle confusion, agitation, or...
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Nargiza B.

Senior Care

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Errands
transportation
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
You and your loved ones deserve the best care, and I am here to provide it. I offer compassionate support for individuals and families in need. I have experience with taking care of individuals with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. I also have worked with bedridden . I can help with multiple other tasks such as:...
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Lidia B.

Lidia B Energetic Experienced Nanny

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of professional experience caring for infants through early teens. I am absolutely reliable, have my own transportation, and am happy to drive kids to/from school and activities. I love being outdoors and will have your kids outside as much as possible - walks, park, beach, pool. I will do laundry, cook for...
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Maritza D.

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Maritza, and I'm a recent graduate from the University of Illinois, currently working in Chicago. I have six years of childcare experience, including babysitting and working as a camp counselor. Throughout the summers, I worked as a camp counselor and provided care to families in the Chicagoland area. As an older...

Care Member says "Maritza was amazing! She was our first hire on Care.com and we hope to hire her again as much as we can moving forward! Maritza watched our 2.5 year...

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Jamie S.

Nanny for Over 10 Years

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Jamie I have been a nanny for over 15 years and still loving it! I went to school for Early Childhood Education and medical assistant . I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with newborn infants and children of all ages. Also, I am a certified nursing assistant. I love to play games, crafts, and to have...

Jillian L. says "We have known Jamie since 2014 when she started taking care of our 2 dogs. She would take care of them during the day while we were at work and would...

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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
dementia
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Jessica S.

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! A little bit about myself, I attended DePaul for my undergraduate in Environmental Science and I have a passion for all things outdoors. Currently, I am remotely enrolled at DePaul where I am receiving my Masters degree in Public Administration. I work full time at The Village of Deerfield and I am looking for an...

Angie B. says "Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy. My children love...

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Michael R.

Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Transport Errands/doctors, Days Mon-Fri.

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
If you're looking for someone to care for your loved one who has experience with care giving, and also possesses integrity, compassion, and attention to detail, please call me. I have experience providing companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation, as well as assistance with physical and occupational...

Laragene W. says "Michael is just the best! Calm, patient, kind, and careful. He was always mindful of everyone in the family and took such special care of my Dad with...

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Lupe R.

Senior Care /Household Manager

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Many years of experience in senior care and Household Management; Compassionate, Patient, Trustworthy, Energetic, and Responsible. Upheld the high standards of the family's expectations. Flexibility with work schedule when needed. Able to Provide the following assistance: Grocery/Supply Shop; Meal Prep; Light Housekeeping; Run...

Care Member says "My grandmother had been living independently at home when she had a fall-scare over 5 years ago. A family member hired Lupe to provide senior care to...

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Thelma S.

Dependable

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
companionship
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Thelma, an accomplished home healthcare aide with over (10)years of experience. I have experience taking care of patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice and others. I am dedicated and compassionate and go above and beyond to make my clients feel comfortable and loved. I am punctual and trustworthy. I do meal...

Mike W. says "Thelma is a dedicated worker really good with our family member. Very punctual and dependable. Our family is very grateful to her."

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Dana L.

Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a 34-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I used to nanny full time (and I still babysit occasionally) but for the last 3 years I've been helping families who need another hand! I can help with laundry, errands, running the dishwasher. And I also help...

Michelle L. says "Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made...

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Anna D.

19+ Years Experienced Caregiver

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
companionship
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Anna and I have been a care giver for over 19 years. I am fluent in English however I am originally from Poland. Over the years I have worked with patients that had muscular dystrophy, alzheimer, parkinsons, hospice, diabetes, dementia, muscular sclerosis and autism. I have experience working with a feeding...

Lisa M. says "Anna has been absolutely wonderful to my mom. She is kind and compassionate and gentle. She listens to my mom's needs and adjusts as needed. She is a hard...

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Maira F.

Errands Runner/Personal Assistant

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
I am timely structured and a good planner. I enjoyed achieving tasks focused and on time. I am available to do grocery shopping, cook, drive children to activities, reorganize rooms and make deliveries.
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Anda C.

Responsible Housekeeper, House sitter, Babysitter, Pet sitter And Errand Runner

Northbrook, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Career Firefighter/Paramedic looking for a side job. Certified ACLS, PALS and CPR. Responsible, reliable and on time. Let me take a load off your shoulders!
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Alain C.

Des Plaines, IL

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$35/hr
19 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
A responsible Certified Nursing Assistant and I can give diligent care, with 19 years of experience. My skills include bed bath, transferring knowledge using hoyer lift - manual and electric. Had experience with patient with foley catheter and ventilator settings. Running errands, housekeeping, doing the laundry , cooking and...
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Cori K.

Errands Running

Mount Prospect, IL

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$10/hr
I am a super organized person. It you need errands run or odd jobs done, I'm your gal. I am available last minute and for schedules visits.
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Elizabeth R.

Nanny And Caregiver For Infants Through 15 Years Old. Household Manager.

Palatine, IL

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$13/hr
8 years experience
For the past 8 years I have been a nanny for children ages infant through 16 years old. I have been in my current position for 3 years and we have become family. My responsibilities have primarily focused on the children and have included picking up from school, driving to various activities and appointments. I help manage the...
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.17/hr as of November 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Buffalo Grove, IL

Errand Runners in Buffalo Grove, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Maritza D.

Maritza was amazing! She was our first hire on Care.com and we hope to hire her again as much as we can moving forward! Maritza watched...

- Care member

Jamie S.

We have known Jamie since 2014 when she started taking care of our 2 dogs. She would take care of them during the day while we were at work...

- Jillian L.

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Buffalo Grove

Hiring an errand runner in Buffalo Grove, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.17 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 Buffalo Grove, IL. There are currently 6 errand runners in Buffalo Grove. 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 Buffalo Grove 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 Buffalo Grove. 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 Buffalo Grove, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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