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My name is Laurie I live in Newton. I'm a personal assistant / helper, errand runner, driver... I've been doing this type of work for 7 yrs.
for myself, I worked for a private family for 2 years prior . I have many clients that I work with on a regular basis and many that I work with as needed. I have many senior elders...
Making Life Easier- Personal Asst./ Helper- Driver-Errand Runner
West Newton, MA
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Laurie!
I've lived in West Newton for 22 years and have been helping families and individuals with their daily needs for 14 years.
I owned my own floral business for 15 years before raising my four children and later transitioning into personal assistant work. Over the years, I've helped families with driving to...
I am very friendly, helpful and reliable. I have a car and I work part time as a Lyft driver so you can count on me if you need me to run errands or drive you/your children.
I've babysat for many families and worked in early childhood education for 3 years.
I own and manage a fine gardening business, but need extra income in...
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. For 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate and detail-oriented care, drawing on positive experiences in previous roles and my certification as a Home Health Aide. I'm patient and calm, skilled in de-escalating stressful situations and...
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• I have over 14 years of experience caring for children from 3 months old to teenagers, I bring patience, creativity, and consistency to every role.
• Background: Former contortionism teacher for kids/teens (10-14y), nanny, Au Pair in the US, and full-time nanny for families with multiple...
I have 10+ years of experience babysitting and nannying. I've been with kids of all ages and personalities, so I'm comfortable adapting to the needs of you and you family! I like to create a trustworthy bond with the families I work for, so that parents know their children (and fur babies) are in very safe hands. I'm excellent...
Hi! I am a recent High School graduate headed to Elon University in the Fall. I consider myself to be extremely outgoing, energetic, hard-working, and responsible. I have experience as an overnight camp counselor working with kids ages 7-14, I also have experience as an Aid to a 12-year-old girl who is on the Autism Spectrum,...
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I'm a dependable, caring, and energetic mom of two grown sons with many years of professional and life experience managing a busy household.
I live in Needham and have been part of the community for over 25 years. I genuinely enjoy helping families by providing attentive childcare, preparing meals, assisting with light...
Part-time care provider available in mornings and evenings to provide companionship, read, fix meals, monitor meds, do light housekeeping, accompany on or run errands, etc.
I helped a blind elder write a guide for sighted people wanting to be helpful to blind elders and cared full-time for my own mother, who suffered from...
My calling to care stems from a genuine desire to support adults' and seniors' well-being and independence, and to positively impact their lives. For 10 years, I've been honored to provide reliable care to families. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I am trained in CPR and First Aid. I adapt to changing routines, handle...
Flexible with days and times.
I am warm and caring, as a father of three grown children and four grandchildren.
I am organized and punctual and always keeps track of time so as not to miss or be late for something. I have a clean driving record.
I have been working with families and their kids since 2022. This has included...
Making a difference in people's lives is what I strive for every day. With three years of experience as a caregiver, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors, and helping their families. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I am trained in CPR and First Aid. I also hold a graduate...
My professional career was as a dietitian and diabetes educator w/ experience in both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. I am proficient in using the latest technology to help manage blood sugar and other medical conditions that you may have. I can help you plan your meals, prepare them if you wish as well as work out with you to get...
Hello! I'm a dependable, caring, and energetic mom of two grown sons with many years of professional and life experience managing a busy household. I live in Needham and have been part of the community for over 25 years. I genuinely enjoy helping families by providing attentive childcare, preparing meals, assisting with light...
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true calling. With one year of dedicated experience, I bring a compassionate and detail-oriented approach to every home I enter. I hold CPR Training to ensure the safety of those in my care. Whether I am assisting with meal preparation, light housekeeping, running...
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I have approximately six years of experience working as a housekeeper and nanny, with additional responsibilities including running errands. I am organized, trustworthy, and efficient, with strong attention to detail.
Hi! My name is Kelly and I have been nannying since I was laid off from teaching 15 years ago. I love working with families who have open communication and who allow me to treat their little one as a niece/nephew. I have only had long term nannying positions and have a close relationship with each family.
I love going out...
Positive and energetic house manager with over 7 years of experience. I am creative, easy going and hold a very high work ethic. I have strong communication skills to effectively and maintain exceptional standards of service. Skilled in multitasking, problem-solving and need little supervision.
Comfortable in the following...
Flexible with days and times.
I am warm and caring, as a father of three grown children.
It's a common thing for me to meet kids from school, drive them to and from activities, as well as occasionally prepare snacks.
I am organized and always keep track of time so as not to miss or be late for something.
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The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of October 2026
FAQs for finding an errand runner in Dover
In 2026, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Dover, MA?
Hiring an errand runner in Dover, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $28.75 per hour as of October 2026. 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 Dover, MA?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Dover, MA. There are currently 4 errand runners in Dover. 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 Dover who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Dover?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Dover. 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 Dover, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.