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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
We hired Ela as our full-time Nanny shortly after our daughter turned 1. She was a godsend for our family as she provided wonderful care &…
Review for Mihaela C. by Jim C.
Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy.…
Review for Jessica S. by Angie B.
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.…
Review for Anna D. by Lisa M.
Errand runners in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello to all parents.
I am 41 years old and looking for a full-time, live-out nanny position. I am a mother of three with over 9 years of experience working as a nanny. I am a very responsible, attentive, reliable, energetic individual, full of love and compassion. All this makes me a wonderful caregiver. I have been caring for...
Mihaela can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mihaela (Ela) has been the primary caregiver for our one year old son since September of 2012. Our first nanny decided to give up child care and this actually turned out to be the best thing for us and our son because we were fortunate enough to find Ela....
Mary S.
Jessica S.
Deerfield, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"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 their time together and look forward to the next time. She has proven to be the best of the best! My family...
Angie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Anna can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"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 worker and is open to learning new things. She is most happy when her patient is happy."
Lisa M.
Honey Jane P.
Skokie, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.
Honey Jane can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true compassion, not only for my Uncle, but for all the family members. She was skilled in her work and put our minds at ease knowing...
David K.
Michael R.
Arlington Heights, IL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Transport Errands/doctors, Days Mon-Fri.
4.8
(16)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Michael can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Exceptional care for our dad. Took to appointments, helped with medication, prepared meals, helped with bathing, shopping and very engaging and comforting to our father. A great help and we would definitely hire Mike again when needed. Super coverage and a super...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...
Michelle L.
Mira I.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 16 yrs exp
Qualified And Dependable Nanny/ House Manager! *16 YEARS EXPERIANCE*
5.0
(3)
I have 16+ years of nanny/ house managing experience for families with children from infancy to teenage years! I do everything from grocery shopping and meal prepping to caring for up to 5 children at a time and running all their errands while maintaining a meticulously clean home! I have also spent my life raising my own...
Mira can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am writing this letter to recommend Mira, she has helped me raise my two children. Mira is a warm, dedicated and dependable individual. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to be flexible, yet maintain discipline - something which is not very easy to come...
Mira I.
Hello! I understand that being able to complete errands could be difficult with all busy schedule! I'm here to help. I complete tasks quickly but cautiously. I'm very patient, I communicate well, and enjoy helping others!
Anda C.
Northbrook, IL
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible Housekeeper, House sitter, Babysitter, Pet sitter And Errand Runner
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!
Anda can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, pet waste cleanup, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Margarita G.
Schaumburg, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience in many things .
Love to shop and run errands for people , I enjoy helping and getting things done . I have a lot of experience in my previous jobs running errands for different things .
Jana V.
Chicago, IL
$19-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have experience with Alzheimer's patients. Can
I have experience with Alzheimer's patients. I like to make people feel comfortable in their homes. Can cook, clean, run errands, provide transportation...
Jana can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have experience as a caregiver for seniors. Within that realm of caregiving I am happily willing to also run errands for those who need some extra help. I can go to the store for clients, return items, pick up food, pick up prescriptions, take or pick up from appointments, as well as others.
Thank you!
Susan S.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr
I'm a mom of 2 young adults and 2 fur babies. I assist my mom and aunt with their bills and medical needs. I work full time and looking for a secondary part time. I can do light cleaning, cooking and have transportation to run errands.
Susan can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a full time nanny and I absolutely love what I do. I also love to organize as much as I can. I do laundry, go through kids clothes, reorganize closets, pantries, organize basements etc! I'm willing to help out as much as I can!!!
Shams A.
Skokie, IL
$17-25/hr
Hi, my name is shams I'm a 22-year-old female a mother to a wonderful child I've worked for many families so I would say I have pretty good experience handling kids and all the things they might need okay with pets can provide light housekeeping, run errands, drive, laundry and whatever the family ask me for I am CPR and first...
Shams can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a responsible, empathetic, and dedicated individual ready to provide support and care for seniors. While this is my first time working in this field, I have the skills and qualities to make daily life easier and more enjoyable.
I have a reliable car and a valid driver's license, so I can assist with transportation to...
Katy can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Have taken care of numerous ladies over the years. Medicine management, cook and clean. Run Errands go to doctors whatever you need.
Heather can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
I have experience in home organization, general house cleaning, running errands, light car cleaning, plant care, grocery shopping, and laundry. I handle all aspects of home management, providing general assistance to make daily life easier for families (parents). I can gladly provide excellent references.
Cristina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
Elizabeth R.
Palatine, IL
$13-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Nanny And Caregiver For Infants Through 15 Years Old. Household Manager.
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...
Narjis B.
Glencoe, IL
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/House Manager looking for additional hours running errands, organizing and laundry.
Narjis can also help with: Organization
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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.