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60 errand runners are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 5 years
What others are saying about errand runners in Des Plaines, IL
Lauren became our nanny in December 2020 when our nanny had to leave us due to a family emergency and we were in a bit of a bind. Our boys…
Review for Lauren R. by Neesha S.
Ghadeer helped fill in when our regular nanny left on vacation and has since worked for us on an as-needed basis. She helps tutor the older…
Review for Ghadeer A. by Timothy E.
Amy has been such a great help for me following knee replacement surgery. What a relief to have support for reliable and safe transportation…
Review for Amy L. by Naomi M.
Errand runners in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm 30 years old and attended UIC where I received my Bachelors in Psychology. I am kind, honest and very attentive to the emotional and practical needs of children and families. I am very reliable and adaptable and happy to assist with light housework, laundry, running errands and helping wherever is needed. I...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Lauren became our nanny in December 2020 when our nanny had to leave us due to a family emergency and we were in a bit of a bind. Our boys 2.5 years and 16m old took to her instantly . Lauren in punctual, patient with kids, kind, communicative, and also great at...
Neesha S.
Ghadeer A.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-39/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ghadeer (23.)
I have over 7-8 years of experience working with infants and up to the age of 16. I am CPR certified, Montessori teacher certified, RBT & first Aid certification.
I truly believe that every child is unique and full of potential, and I'm dedicated to helping them thrive. Whether it's through play,...
Ghadeer can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ghadeer helped fill in when our regular nanny left on vacation and has since worked for us on an as-needed basis. She helps tutor the older ones, plays with our younger children is both kind and dependable. We feel lucky to have Ghadeer!"
Timothy E.
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.
Helpful Do-it-all Errand Tracker! With over 10+ years of house manager experience. Willing to make life a little easier. Side income as I work full time during the normal week hours!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with clients who had a need for shopping , Doctor visits, and occationally getting out for a for a favorate meal.
Some light housekeeping included.
I am responsible, honest, punctual, I am not a half-way working person. I am truthful and I can follow rules. The tasks I provide include going shopping, drop of to daycare, the dogs and rabbits, taking care of dogs with hospitals, medicine, feed them all, walking them, provide and set up the medicine for family, ironing the...
Sandra C.
Des Plaines, IL
$16-21/hr
My experience comes from my daily life. Weather it's cooking, cleaning , running errands, taking care of small pets, you name it I can do it. I'm very patient, kind and honest worker.
Hello, I am an organized, helpful, kind babysitter looking to work once or twice a week this summer. Happy to cook, run errands, craft, tutor, play board games or sports with your kiddos while you work remotely or just need a few hours off.
Gillian can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sara B.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi!
I have house sitting for family friends when they have been out for extended amount of time! I have house sitter with pets and no pets. Always happy to provide references if needed. I do currently have a full time job but looking for some side gigs. Run Errands
Anne Loraine T.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with
Serving as a companion to clients, Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc., Managing medication, Preparing meals, Interpersonal skills, including exceptional patience and listening skills, The ability to provide care across a variety of settings,...
Anne Loraine can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
I worked at an elderly Home greeting, seating and serving elderly residents. Also our neighbor had Macular Degeneration and needed help getting to the doctor, walking to the mail box, mail read to her and anything else she needed. I drove an 82yr old woman to Doctor appointments, grocery shopping, pickup medicines, and running...
Vicky can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Katy and I am a certified teacher for secondary education and a recent graduate of Michigan State University's 5 year education program. I have many years of childcare experience including babysitting, working as a camp counselor, teaching preschool, and also have experience as a lifeguard. I am CPR and first aid...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma S.
Des Plaines, IL
$15-20/hr
Hi! I have been helping neighbors and others in the neighborhood with errands for some time now. Our lives get busy, and I understand how taxing it can be. I have access to my own car and have run lots of errands for people.
Anna K.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a house manager for over 16 years. Tiding up rooms, organizing clothes, cabinets, pantry, supervising any house maintenance, car maintenance, laundry, dry cleaning, running errands etc. looking for part time 2-3 days 25-30h a week. I am looking forward to organizing your home.
Anna can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, kitchen cleaning
Sarah S.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Patient, Flexible, Caring Caregiver Available To Help!
I have over 3 years of experience helping with seniors, however, I have over 18 years of experience working with kids ages 0-18 years old. This has made me extremely patient, fun loving and creative (in more ways than 1!). I'd love to help make your loved ones day to day activities much easier and enjoyable!
I love cooking,...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Amy L.
Arlington Heights, IL
$24-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Open to light house keeping, keeping up after kids or running errands out of the home.
Open to odd and end jobs as well.
5.0
"Amy has been such a great help for me following knee replacement surgery. What a relief to have support for reliable and safe transportation to doctor appointments! Housekeeping has been such a great help too as I simply can't do it all right now. Amy is kind,...
Naomi M.
Anna B.
Mount Prospect, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old and have been caring for kids in some capacity for the past 15+ years. I am a certified teacher and taught special education for 4 years. I have a bubbly personality and bring a new set of eyes and ears to every situation I am in. I look forward to getting to know you and your families, and assist with any...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a retired registered nurse. I am seeking a companion/caregiver position to care for a senior person with love and meaningful relationship. I have been enjoying this work for the last 3-4 years. My clients have preferred me because I am easy to get along with and always have their needs and desires in mind first. I have made...
Loretta can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I recommend Loretta for elder care without reservation. She provided exceptional care for my parents for over 4 months, demonstrating kindness with humor and a genuine passion for elder well-being. You can trust Loretta to deliver compassionate and dependable...
Essie E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Jamie watched our three kids 8,5, and 1. She would take them to sports, camps, the library and the park. She did all the laundry and ran errands (grocery shopping etc.). She was also available for date nights and does pet sitting! We are sad to let her go and...
Christine P.
Lidiya M.
Arlington Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a housekeeper for over 10 years. I am a very responsible, detail-oriented, organized person who understands the value of a good and clean home. I put in the effort necessary to do a good job. You can trust that your home and its contents are safe with me. My housekeeping experiences over the years have included:...
Lidiya can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Lidiya, works for our family currently, she's very good always on time, a good communicator. We are very happy with her work."
Julie L.
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Des Plaines
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Des Plaines, IL?
Hiring an errand runner in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $21.53 per hour as of May 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.
How can I find a good errand runner in Des Plaines, IL?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Des Plaines, IL. There are currently 15 errand runners in Des Plaines. 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 Des Plaines who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Des Plaines?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Des Plaines. 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 Des Plaines, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.