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Daniel M.

Rides, Good Meals, Errands & Chats

Cambridge, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hi, My name is Dan. I am looking to offer you a ride to a doctor appointment, or preparing some meals or maybe organizing your house. I know it is hard for some to be on top of daily avtivities as years go by. Or perhaps you are very young but snyone can use hemo when experiencing a bad day. I honestly could help you with...
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Pat J.

Senior Care HHA,CNA.

Cambridge, MA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services run errands and Medical appointments, Management.
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Mary R.

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
Dementia
errands
transportation
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced caregiver with a background in caring for family members. Experience volunteering for multiple organizations and providing companionship, technology assistance, and running errands for older adults.
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Alex T.

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am a practicing Montessori teacher with a background in the service industry. I am confident that I can run errands in addition to providing exceptional care
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Carmela P.

Part Time Caregiver

Cambridge, MA

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$15/hr
Visiting physician
I cared for a family member with ALS for two years and have assisted with running errands and providing transportation to appointments. I will be having a lot more free time when my child is off to college and would like to spend that time helping those in need.
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Luz Mary P.

Loyal Housekeeper

Cambridge, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a hard working, calm, kind housekeeper who is careful with delicate items and furnishings. I always deliver the highest quality of cleaning. I am sociable and speak three languages fluently and engage in conversation when needed. I'm a true professional who can also run errands, start dinner, do laundry, iron, etc. I take...
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Malia S.

Cambridge, MA

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$20/hr
Dementia
errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Malia, and I am a current graduate student at Boston College pursuing a Master's of Social Work. As a hopeful social worker, I am passionate about working with people of all ages and making sure that everyone's inherent human dignity is affirmed, especially those who are aging and/ or disabled. During my summer...
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Madison N.

Woburn, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madison and I recently moved from California to Woburn! I adore music and art, or really anything creative as well as anything outdoors and active. Working with children has always made me happy so I am looking for a loving family that I can work with full time or part time! Along with caring for children I am...

Allie S. says "Madison is a joy to have in the home! Whether it was picking up my little ones or dropping them off at school or soccer practice or dance classes, she was...

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Sasha H.

Caring Babysitter And Aspiring Doctor (Manhattan For The Summer!)

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Sasha and I graduated from Boston University. I am currently applying to medical school. I am between Boston and NYC for the summer, where I grew up. I adore working with infants and I hope to work in the field of Neonatology. I have over 8 years of experience, with ages newborn (including preemies) - 12 years....

Amanda J. says "Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!"

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Lesley F.

Fun Pet Sitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have cared for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and fish. I have experience administering insulin shots to cats, running errands, cleaning litter boxes, light housekeeping, etc. I can spend quality time overnight with your animal friends if needed and am happy to keep you posted on how they are...

Jessica H. says "Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat...

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Susan H.

Companion/homemaker For Seniors

Saugus, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Susan. I am a companion/homemaker and PCA. I will also run errands and light meal prep. I'm kind, caring and compassionate. I have done house cleaning in the past and I can also do some dog walking. I can provide references upon request. The point of my position is to help your loved one remain in their home...

Care Member says "Susan is caring, thoughtful and extremely reliable. "

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Camille S.

Fun Sitter With Teaching Background!

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi everyone! My name is Camille. I currently oversee the special education department at a charter middle school. I have experience working with kiddos between the ages 1-14. I'm looking for an evening part-time job in order to complete my masters degree in moderate disabilities. I can assist kiddos with homework assignments as...

Lauren B. says "Camille took excellent care of our 3.5 year old. She is caring, kind, extremely reliable and dependable! We miss her and would hire her again in a...

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Franco M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
respite care
personal care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Am a senior caregiver, Negative for COVID-19, vaccinated & already got my booster shot. I'm compassionate with experience of 10 years in taking care of patients especially stroke patients, arthritis patients, dementia patients, Alzheimer's disease patients to make a meaningful difference and helping them by Providing...

Julie M. says "Franco has provided exceptional care for my father for a month now. He quickly built rapport and has ensured my father keeps up with PT and OT goals set...

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Angela H.

Part/Full Time Caregiver

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Greetings potential employers; as a mom of six myself, I have solid experience in the many facets of caring for the needs of the little ones so precious to us. My experience is consistent with Lots-of-Love and patience while tending to multiple infants/toddlers (both twins and triplets), feedings and food preparation, diaper...

Michelle B. says "She is also very patient and loving!"

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Joshua W.

Compassionate And Caring Caregiver

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated, compassionate , reliable and trustworthy caregiver with 10 plus years of experience of taking care of elderly patients in their homes . Committed to improving the overall wellbeing and health through personal care . In the past 10 years I have taken care of stroke patients , patients with dementia and patients...

Louise G. says "Joshua is responsible dependable kind and gentle. He was willing to come when I needed him outside his regularly scheduled hours I knew I could count...

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Caylee K.

Experienced, Fun, Fun-loving Nanny

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an outgoing, kind, college educated, child loving woman who is looking for both a full-time position as well as to pick up extra hours here and there. I am looking for a full-time position at this time. Should you hire me I would love to do crafts, play games, cook/bake, take the kids to the park (with your permission of...

Jayne M. says "Caylee was great with my almost one year old daughter! She was 5 minutes early, even in bad weather which can make Houston traffic crazy! She is...

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Caroline N.

Waltham, MA

4.0(1)
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$35/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
personal care
Hi all, I am a professional caregiver and very passionate about what I do I have been doing this for more than 10yrs now. I have experience in taking care of patients with almost all kind of illnesses like Dementia, Alzheimer's, Stroke, Memory loss and short memory, Hospice and end of life care, loss of physical abilities in...

Care Member says "Caroline is kind, empathetic and good at her job. She helped my grandma when we were almost giving up, she stepped in and did a wonderful job."

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Angie B.

Fun Sitter

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I am a provider with a lot of experience I've been babysitting ever since I was in high school! family and friends always trusted me with their munchkins I have a drivers license and a car and would totally be able to run errands and more! I am very responsible, attentive, and proactive!

Care Member says "She’s the best ever! I love her so much! I been with her for 2 years! She’s really nice and my kids love her so much! She is a safe driver and very...

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Liliana B.

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I provide child care, playdates, chauffeuring, light housekeeping duties, grocery shopping, meal prepping/cooking ( which I enjoy and pretty good at it) and running errands. I would be happy to provide you with more details of my job duties upon your interest. I love pets, the outdoors especially the beach, I am a very active,...

Lynne M. says "Liliana has been with our family for two years, she is now like family! She is excellent with our three children, she needs little instruction and always...

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Justin G.

Elementary School Teacher / Fun Nanny With Lots Of Learning Ideas!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm a 30-year-old elementary school teacher living in Somerville teaching for the Swampscott Public School system. I teach K-4 as a permanent building substitute. What brings me to here is my passion for educating and taking care of our future young adults! While my job teaching focuses on teaching kids from ages 5-9, I have a...

Molly H. says "We hired Justin to care for our two kids during the summer. He drove them to and from summer camp, hung out with them for the afternoons, and was always...

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.86/hr as of June 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Cambridge, MA

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

Madison N.

Madison is a joy to have in the home! Whether it was picking up my little ones or dropping them off at school or soccer practice or dance...

- Allie S.

Sasha H.

Sasha was extremely kind and well versed in taking care of our newborn. She is lovely and helpful - couldn't recommend her enough!

- Amanda J.

Lesley F.

Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans...

- Jessica H.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Cambridge

Hiring an errand runner in Cambridge, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.86 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 Cambridge, MA. There are currently 7 errand runners in Cambridge. 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge. 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 Cambridge, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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