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Narjis B.

Glencoe, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Organization
Experienced Nanny/House Manager looking for additional hours running errands, organizing and laundry.
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Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Alexx have 10+ years of experience. I am offering child care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, after school activities and much...
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Niles, IL

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$17/hr
I had elderly neighbor who I took care of when her daughter couldn't make it . I would cook and feed and run errands for her. Also was taking care of children with disabilities .
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Glenview, IL

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$44/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been working as a housekeeper for almost 20 years. I've had many clients over the years that are very proud to have me work for them and serve as great references. I am proud to say that I not only do housekeeping chores but also run errands and serve you as a personal assistant. If you need anything, groceries, laundry,...
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Private Duty Caregiver

Glenview, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a provider with a lots of experience taking care elderly client with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Stroke, Tracheotomy, tube feeding, Diabetic and hospice care. I do know how to use stand hoyer lift. I do have educational background in Physical therapy. Personal care assistant skilled in tending to elderly, disabled and...
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Lucyna's Profile

Itasca, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
companionship
+ 1 more
Assist clients in addressing everyday personal needs such as toileting, bathing and grooming. Perform light housekeeping activities such as cleaning, dusting and vacuuming. Engage clients in physical and mental exercises prescribed by their doctors. Escort on appointments with hair dressers and physical therapists. Provide...
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Wheeling, IL

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$18/hr
Hi! my name is Samantha but I go by Sam or Sammy. I'm currently attending college. I'm the oldest child in my family, so I have experience in taking care of kids. I would always feed my brother, help him with homework, and have a good time. I always run errands for my family and I'm good at it. I can say I am very good when it...
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Medinah, IL

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$17/hr
Hello, I am really good with time management and technology. This means that I can run errands efficiently but also have to use of technology to help me with these tasks.
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Full-Time/Part-Time Babysitter Available

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi families. I am a nanny/sitter with many years of experience in caring for children. I have cared for children of all ages. From newborns up to teenagers. I do have great references which can be given upon request. My tasks have not only consisted of caring for the kids, but also meal prep, taking children to activities,...
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Experienced Sitter With A Degree In Education

Wheeling, IL

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Mikayla and I have been Nannying and babysitting for over 5 years. I just moved back to Illinois from Arizona and am looking to meet a new family! I have my bachelor's in Health and Education services. I am a certified daycare teacher. As well as 3 years of coursework in special education. I am comfortable...
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Senior Home Care Aide

Winnetka, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a skilled, reliable and compassionate Care Giver with 5 years experience. By nature, I am very warm, nurturing, reliable, and an assertive person. I am adaptable to change, able to meet all of the many demands needed to properly take care of my clients needs. My skills and experience include assisting with personal care,...
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Northbrook, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
+ 1 more
Ama from Northbrook, IL. I have 10 years of experience as a Caregiver. My duties include assisting the physically challenged individual with activities of daily living. My responsibilities include shopping, running errands, cleaning, hospital visits, cooking amongst others, and for my personal qualities I would like to say I am...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I am just a person who enjoys being around animals. Right now I live with different species at home but I love dogs and cats mostly. It's a passion I have. I have had pets for many years and I have being paid for sitting dogs and cats while their owners are away or running errands.
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Shaina! I am currently an occupational therapy doctoral student at RUSH university! I am looking for any families who may need childcare assistance on the weekends! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Three words to describe me: adaptive, creative, and enthusiastic! I have experience...
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Sitter, Errands , Light Cleaning , Shopping

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I am a mother of three adult children . I have a 2-year-old granddaughter . I have plenty of experience taking care of kids and running households . I enjoy kids of all ages . I was a former Girl/Boy scout leader, Baseball/softball coach for all my kids . Also comfortable with dogs and cats . Can run errands as well as light...
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Excellent Cleaner

Bensenville, IL

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$23/hr
General room cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a seasoned cleaner with a thorough understanding of deep cleaning techniques. I am an effective communicator who gets along well with others and can professionally obey orders. I regularly use all-purpose surface cleaners, bleach and detergents to carry out my daily cleaning tasks. I have experience using a combination of...
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Full-time Caregiver

Glenview, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
respite care
After working for 20 years in a medical office, I decided I wanted to pursue other opportunities. So, I currently devote my time to working as a Hospice Volunteer for NorthShore University Health System as needed, where I offer companionship, emotional support, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and run errands. However, I...
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Full Time Nurse-Caregiver With Years Of Experience

Niles, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello! , my name is Hope. I have going on nine years of experience working with the elderly and assisting with a range of different needs. I have recently received my LPN license. I have experience with checking vitals, dementia care, disorder, O2 handling, medication passing/reminding, transfers, diabetic accu chek/ insulin,...
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Personal Assistant And Helper

Harwood Heights, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Larysa I am looking for a part/full time position to do light housework, laundry, running errands, help with shopping, meal preparation, and other miscellaneous tasks. Thank you for your time, looking forward to hearing from you soon! Larysa N.
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Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Shannon, I am a mom of 3 school aged kids looking to assist local seniors. When I am not with my children, I enjoy walking, listening to music and golfing. When I was young I helped care for my grandma driving her appointments, running errands and spending time with her. Most recently my father had a rare...

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.81/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 5.0

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Des Plaines

Hiring an errand runner in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $20.81 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 Des Plaines, IL. There are currently 16 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.

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.

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