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Julie H.

Carpentersville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
dusting
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Julie and I am 36 years old. I have been a house manager for over 10 years. I have helped my families tidy up after a busy day, run errands for them such as grocery shopping/dry cleaners, or help with a project such as decorating for a holiday or cleaning up after a birthday party. I absolutely love organizing and...

Aleya S. says "Just hired her and she showed up on time and gets the work done! Intend to keep hiring her on a weekly bases. Thank you Julie!"

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Saint Charles, IL

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced Senior & Disability Caregiver. I help with preparing meals, laundry, running errands, Dr. appointments & companionship. I am experienced with bathing, feeding, toileting & administering medications. I managed a five-person caregiving team for two years, including schedule & medication management. I'm trained...

Erica K. says "Gretchen is wonderful at taking charge and getting organized and situated. I felt at ease when she was care taking for my mother. I relied on her expertise...

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Child Care

Carpentersville, IL

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Julie and I am 35 years old. I have been a house manager for over 10 years. I help my families keep their homes mess free and running smoothly by not only doing maintenance cleaning but keeping spaces tidy and organized. I also love to help with laundry, any sporadic deep cleaning projects or any errands needed. I am...

Libby Z. says "Julie was very kind and responsive but, quiet. Shortly after interviewing and then sitting for the girls one time said she was uncomfortable starting a new...

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19+ Years Experienced Caregiver

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Lisa M. says "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...

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Housekeeping/Errand Service

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
oven cleaning
+ 1 more
Are you looking for someone dependable, detail- oriented, and takes pride in their work?? I have 20+ years of experience in the cleaning field. I offer full service cleaning, which includes scrubbing and sanitizing bathrooms, dusting, vacuuming, kitchen, floors, cleaning woodwork and blinds as well as so much more! Hours of...

Kristine C. says "Where do I begin? Elizabeth doesn't clean she performs miracles. I can say with complete honesty that my house has NEVER been cleaner than it is right...

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Errand Runner, Cleaning, Organizing And Other Misc Tasks

Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! Are you looking for an extra set of hands to help you out? Do you need someone who is efficient, high-energy and organized? Look no further, I am here to help. I work full-time as an elementary school teacher during the school year, so I am looking for summer employment only. I would, however, be open to helping out...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
Hi there, I'm Emma and I enjoy helping kids and parents with anything they need! I'm 20 years old and I've been babysitting kids from ages 6 months - 12 years since I was 15! I have a drivers license so I can run errands, pick up/drop off kids, and go do activities with the kids. I also enjoy cleaning so any extra housework is...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Bernadine and I'm willing to run errands, pick up medications, be a companion, do your grocery shopping, and take you shopping if you like.
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Nanny And Household Manager

West Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I am a hardworking and trustworthy Childcare Provider and Household Manager. I have an extensive background as a Nanny assisting other families. My education in Dramatic Arts and Physical Education allows me to connect to the imaginative and energetic sides of children. Also, I am a dedicated Mom raising my two daughters. In...
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Experienced Nanny!

Streamwood, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lindsey, and I have 10+ years of experience supporting families through childcare & household management. I'm organized and enjoy bringing order to busy households. Whether it's laundry, grocery shopping, running errands, organizing playrooms, managing household supplies, or keeping the home clean, I take pride...
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Hoffman Estates, IL

from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Worked as a caregiver for 9 years now. I took care of clients with different cases such as, dementia, diabetic, hypertensive, bed ridden, companionship & etc. I can drive the client to Doctors appointment or run errands for them.
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Housekeeping Nanny

Wayne, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been professionally trained by the Army Family Readiness Group, Merry Maids, and through Care. com. I have a lifetime experience of housekeeping, nannying, serving, organizing, running errands, and taking care of any other chore that needs to be done. I take pride in my work because a clean and well-managed home makes for...
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Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
It's a privilege to assist adults and seniors. My passion is supporting their well-being and independence. I've found previous roles in senior care to be incredibly rewarding. I aim to make a positive impact on people's lives. I am patient, calm, compassionate, empathetic, friendly, and approachable. I communicate with families...
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Love Kids :) Very Flexible And Willing To Work With Your Families Needs

Dundee, IL

from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Miranda. I am currently a junior in college. Going to school for PA. Going to be working on getting my Bachelors in Science. I have many years of child care experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, Running Errands, Homework, anything you may need! I have reliable transportation and...
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Streamwood, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Errands
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. I have a genuine passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. With a year of experience and some college education, I bring patience, compassion, and a friendly approach to my work. I prioritize understanding each person's...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
The chance to support adults and seniors' independence drew me to caregiving. For the past two years, I've focused on creating comfortable environments for my clients. I hold a college degree and provide transportation, run errands, shop, assist with light housekeeping, prepare meals, and encourage physical activity. I am a home...
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Experienced Former CNA

Streamwood, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver dedicated to providing quality support for seniors. As a former CNA, I have specialized experience in senior care, including working with individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's, and those in hospice care. My goal is to ensure that every senior I work with feels valued,...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
errands
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Amber. With 15 years of experience, I pride myself on providing care that's not only tailored to my client's unique needs, but also filled with warmth, kindness, and positivity. My goal is to make sure everyone I care for feels safe, respected, and valued. I'm trained in medication management, dementia, vision...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
home modification
transportation
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true passion, fueled by five years of dedicated experience in professional caregiving. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide compassionate support with daily living tasks, including mobility assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and running errands. I...
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Emma S

Roselle, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I'm Altantsetseg aka Emma. I'm reliable, trustworthy, mom of 2 teenagers. I have 10+ years of experience with taking care of, running errands and doing light chores for elders and for my 2 kids.
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of August 2026

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Elgin, IL

Errand Runners in Elgin, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Julie H.

Just hired her and she showed up on time and gets the work done! Intend to keep hiring her on a weekly bases. Thank you Julie!

- Aleya S.

Gretchen V.

Gretchen is wonderful at taking charge and getting organized and situated. I felt at ease when she was care taking for my mother. I relied...

- Erica K.

Julie H.

Julie was very kind and responsive but, quiet. Shortly after interviewing and then sitting for the girls one time said she was uncomfortable...

- Libby Z.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Elgin

Hiring an errand runner in Elgin, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $19.69 per hour as of August 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.

Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Elgin, IL. There are currently 13 errand runners in Elgin. 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 Elgin 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 Elgin. 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 Elgin, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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