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Dorothy B.

Senior Caregiver/companionship

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
HI my name is Dorothy I'm looking for a senior care job which can include companionship, meal preparation medication management doctor appointments and running errands for your family member Medical knowledge finished course as medical assistant at Sanford Brown institute in Iselin fluent in polish

Nancy L. says "Dorothy is a very caring person. When she stayed with my dad for the day, she did some cleaning without even being asked. She checked in with me throughout...

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Colonia, NJ

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
transportation
companionship
I'd describe my personality as caring , trustworthy and kind I like caring for seniors because it gives me purpose and connection . I'm looking for a job that I enjoy doing , connecting with others , and caring for others In my spare time, I like to craft and spend time with my kids and family . My skills include meal...
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Special Education Paraprofessional Looking For Summer Work!

Colonia, NJ

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Traci. I'm currently a special education preschool paraprofessional looking for childcare jobs for this summer, as I am off from work. I have been in my role for two years now. I'm a Montclair State University graduate with a Bachelor's degree in public relations & a minor in psychology. I'm also currently in...
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Happy To Help

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Organization
changing bed linens
Reliable, positive and experienced mother of two grown boys who knows what it takes to run a smooth household-Running errands, organizing and caring for the children. Let me help so you can enjoy your free time with loved ones and be worry free when it comes to getting those daunting everyday chores accomplished. I also have...

Care Member says "Lorraine has been a great help to our family. She is a wonderful person and someone we have come to rely on. She helps us in the morning getting the...

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Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...

Care Member says "Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she...

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Newark, NJ

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a certified patient care technician/home health aide with more than 2 1/2 yrs of employment experience with excellent communications skills, providing exceptional in-home care and support to clients with a range of illnesses and other challenges. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to light housekeeping,...

Care Member says "In my experience with Pamela, I found her to be pleasant, punctual, knowledgeable and eager to assist. She can be trusted. "

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Private Home Health Aide

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
personal care
dementia
Private Home Health Aide Maintained patient records, care conditions, progress and problems in order to report and discuss observations with a Medical Physician and family. Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, household supplies and running errands. Accompanying clients to Doctors offices and on other trips...

Care Member says "Michelle S spent the better part of the last 2 years doing in-home care for my mother and we could not have been happier with the results. She is an...

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South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Miranda, and available for 1-2 days a week, occasional date night or overnight care. I am looking for family that's seeking a loving provider for their child. I can care for multiple children at once, have a clean driving record and experience with infants and children of all ages. I have 7 years of babysitting...

Care Member says "Miranda has been a wonderful after-school caregiver for my two daughters (10,8). She is always punctual, communicates well, and most importantly, my...

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Professional Cleaner /organizer

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
window washing
changing bed linens
organization
+ 1 more
Hello. I'm Elsa. I have 20 years of experience in cleaning and organizing, I can organize kitchens, garages, pantries, closets, do laundry, run errands, whatever you may need done, I just moved to Jersey from Florida, have great references from my clients back in Florida that I worked for 20 years. I speak English, Portuguese...

Patricia K. says "Elsa is a gem! She's meticulous and efficient in her cleaning skills. She always arrive with a smile on her face ready to get the job done. I highly...

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I Absolutely Love Making Kids Smile And Laugh And Becoming Like A Big Sister To Them.

Fords, NJ

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been babysitting since I was old enough to accept the responsibility. I was 13 when I had my first job of watching three kids. After the first babysitting job they referred me to countless families where I have watched those kids and many more since they were five until they were ready to drive. I would drive them to...

Care Member says " Jordan has been our trusted babysitter for nearly two years now. She has consistently shown up on time and proven to be a reliable caregiver. Our...

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Sophia Cares

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Sophia, 39 years old. I have 10 years of experience as HHA and PCA working with different patients. My goal is to treat people the way I d love to be treated mostly when I get older and disabled. I own a car with clean driving records, also provide reliable transportation, doctor's appointments and safe transfers. I...

Care Member says "Sofia was very dependable and highly conscientious in her attention to my father’s care. He was always kept clean and bathed. She made effort to see...

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Sweet, Responsible, Experienced Driving Child Care Provider Seeking F/t/ Position

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love children & engaging in activities that we both can learn from. I have experience taking care of kids from newborn up to the teenage years. I love to be involved in any way I can, I have alot of energy! whether it be running errands for the parents, keeping the house tidy, pick up from school, carpooling, home organizing,...

Kimi L. says "Cathy was amazing. She took care of our 5 kids for years. She was super organized and went way beyond the call of duty. She helped manage my whole house. We...

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Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a big sister of two younger brothers and a younger sister, I've learned the responsibilities of handling children at a young age. I'm mature, reliable, and punctual. I take initiative and take charge but still create a fun environment for kids. I have worked privately with multiple families over the years as a...

Danielle W. says "Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!"

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Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Professional care giver looking job to care elderly people. I have a 20 years of experience. I can help with all aspects of patients personal care . Also run errands , doctors appointments , help with medication and keep them happy and comfortable and active

Tracy K. says "Tamara is taking care of my elderly mom since November. She is an amazing and wonderful caregiver. She is punctual, warm, sense of humor and most...

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Housekeeping

Edison, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
General room cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
My name is Sneha and my qualifications are that I have already completed bachelors in psychology and currently pursing bachelors of nursing. I have a genuine passion for working with children and growing up with my baby cousins and caring for my younger brother, I have developed a natural affinity for nurturing and engaging with...
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Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am Kristina, 44 years old. I have 10+ year caregiver/companion experience and great references. I have a Registered Nurse diploma (issued bu Republic of Georgia) and I got all my nursing credits done in USA. I used to be working at hospital for 5 years as a caregiver and EKG tech. I have my own transportation, I can help you...

Beth K. says "Kristina supported my mother-in-law who has suffered from a stroke and had decreased mobility. She is very knowledgeable with physical therapy transfer...

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Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....

Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...

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Child/ Senior Care And Errands

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am writing to apply for the Caregiver positions on Care. com. I have an excellent background in providing care for people of all ages and conditions with more than 10+ years of experience in the field. I worked as a Residential Manager at an Assistant Living facility for 8 years. I have experience working with young,...

David And Jana A. says "Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."

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Joyful Companion and Errand Runner

Elizabeth, NJ

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello :) , my name is Rebecca, I've been a caretaker / errand runner, pet care taker for quite some time. I am currently working and going to school. If you are willing to choose me to help out in any way then I'm glad to help. I'll be happy to have any family to welcome me in.
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Errands Runner Available

Iselin, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I would say that I am someone who is hardworking, very organized and reliable. I offer services such as grocery shopping, pick up or drop off of dry cleaning, gift purchase, deliver bill payment, pick of mail when out of town, drug store errand, check in safety visits, store returns and exchanges.
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 5.0

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Colonia, NJ

Errand Runners in Colonia, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Dorothy B.

Dorothy is a very caring person. When she stayed with my dad for the day, she did some cleaning without even being asked. She checked in...

- Nancy L.

Lorraine D.

Lorraine has been a great help to our family. She is a wonderful person and someone we have come to rely on. She helps us in the morning...

- Care member

Mzia I.

Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Colonia

Hiring an errand runner in Colonia, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $21.00 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 Colonia, NJ. There are currently 3 errand runners in Colonia. 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 Colonia 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 Colonia. 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 Colonia, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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