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Sophia A.

Goleta, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
My name is Sophia. I'm 19 years old and graduated high school. I'm currently attending Santa Barbara City College, and just finished my first year. I have a ton of experience and references. I also have twin sisters that are 4 years old and I just love being around kids. I had my license for over 3 years and can also drive your...

Care Member says "Such a great experience with Sophia. She was wonderful with my kids, who adore her! Can’t wait to have her back. "

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Joanne D.

Home Office And Errand Help

Goleta, CA

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$25/hr
After years of helping my father with his accounts, appointments, emails, and paperwork, I've begun helping others. I enjoy doing these things and more: - clear, organize, and respond to emails and unsubscribe to mailing lists - organize or dispose of paperwork, mail, and publications - set up and manage filing systems and...
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Madison C.

Heartfelt Helper

Goleta, CA

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
Hi, my name is Madison! I believe it takes a village to live a fulfilling life, whether 9 months, 19, or 90. My role in life is to best support those in my community to the best of my abilities whether that be in home care, running errands, or being a companion.
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Hero R.

Goleta, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Hero! I am a hard worker, and have lots of experience with kids. I have been babysitting since I was 16 and have taken Early Childhood Development classes. I also do a Disney princess gig for birthday parties! I am very comfortable running errands, cleaning, and doing laundry.
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Lula R.

Goleta, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi i'm Lula! I have been babysitting since I was 17. I have experience with kids ranging from ages 2 months- 13 years old. I am very tidy and comfortable doing some cleanup or running errands. I love outdoor activities and arts and crafts. I am also very comfortable around animals, as I have grown up with all different types. I...
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Joylyn K.

Care Companion/Caregiver

Goleta, CA

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$32/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
errands
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for the past 5 years to a dementia client. I have learned how important patience, kindness and trust are with your loved ones. My mom and I would work together with our client and she and her family would call us her angels. We were able to allow her to stay in her own home and give her the care that she...
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Madeline S.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Goleta, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
Although I am fairly young I have been babysitting for 8 years. I started watching my cousin, who is 8 now, when she was just 4 months old for one to three hour periods when my aunt needed to run errands. I absolutely adore kids; they're some of the funniest people to interact with. Experience with children is crucial for intern...
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Joanne D.

Organizing/Managing Household Accounts, Emails, Paperwork, And Appointments

Goleta, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
After years of helping my father with his accounts, appointments, emails, and paperwork, I've begun helping other seniors. I enjoy doing these things and more: - clear, organize, and respond to emails and unsubscribe to mailing lists - organize or dispose of paperwork, mail, and publications - set up and manage filing systems...
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Savannah J.

Personal Assistant/Household Helper Available Now!

Goleta, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Savannah and I am a Mama to two wonderful school aged children. I am looking for work during school hours (approximately 8-3). I have many, many years of experience in nannying, personal/business assisting, housekeeping, running errands, household management, and running a happy and healthy household. I...
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Jules F.

Responsible And Engaging Sitter

Goleta, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Jules and I am a student at UCSB. I am looking for a part-time nanny job in Santa Barbara. I have 4 years of experience babysitting and working with kids. In Santa Barbara, I work for an elite nanny service and adore my job! I have experience working with children aged 5 months-13 years and watching up to 6...
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Renee D.

Teacher/Empty Nester To Work 2-3 Afternoons A Week 6-10 Hours

Solvang, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
If you are in need of a smart efficient mature person to help with errands and or organizing. I am also interested in assisting with an elderly person. I just helped my father in law. I am really good at navigating medicare, social security and taking to afternoon doc appointments, running errands, doing shopping etc etc. I like...
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Nancy S.

Experienced Senior Care Provider

Santa Barbara, CA

4.6(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
errands
light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I have experience providing caregiving services to seniors, including being a live-in caregiver for a person who had a stroke, as well as assisting my own father when he was ill. I am able to administer medicine, and help with bathing, mobility, meal preparation, and feeding. I am also available to run errands, open mail, and...

Care Member says "Nancy was hard working, reliable, conscientious and caring. "

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Janice A.

COMPANION/HELPER

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
dementia
errands
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Janice. I am compassionate and kind. I have much experience working with seniors and with persons with Alzheimer's/dementia. I provide supportive companionship, meal prep, personal care, light housekeeping, transportation, and running errands/shopping. Also as a nurse, I can help with medications and with...

Regina M. says "Janice cared for me after my surgery and provided the best possible care. She is very attentive, polite, caring, friendly and loving. She also cooks well...

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Tammy A.

Meet Tammy

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
live-in home care
dementia
respite care
personal care
Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...

Clarissa B. says "We hired Tammy's services to help us out with grandma during our wedding weekend. Grandma needed assistance with bathing, dress, and transportation to...

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Tammy A.

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...

Care Member says "Tammy was excellent. She had a difficult assignment as my mother has mobility and hearing issues. Tammy was able to get my mother ready and present...

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Tammy A.

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Tammy. Caregiving is my Passion! I have been a professional caregiver and personal assistant for over 20 years in the Santa Barbara area. I have worked with a range of clients from newborns to elderly with a variety of needs, abilities, accommodations. I place a high value on confidentiality and discretion with all...

Jennifer S. says "Tammy helped me during a long recovery period after complicated foot surgery. I found her to be flexible, caring, proactive, and extremely positive....

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Braniola M.

Caregiver, Companion

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been helping many great families and individuals for more than 20 years. During all these years of work experience, I learned how to be compassionate, caring, reliable, trustworthy, organized, and punctual. I am certified in Home Health Care and I have CPR and First Aid Certifications in Manhattan, NY and here in...

Stephanie P. says "I am not a religious person but it certainly feels like Braniola was sent from heaven! She's just the caretaker my Dad needed. She's passionate about...

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Shea K.

Part-time Babysitter/errand Runner

Santa Barbara, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! My name is Shea and I am a 22-year-old college student at UCSB. I am currently looking for a nannying job while I finish up my psychology degree, and hopefully to keep during summer and potentially next year. I have about 2-3 years of babysitting experience with multiple families in my hometown and here in Goleta. I am...
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Kelsie H.

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Window washing
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
organization
+ 1 more
I was a live in Au Pair for a family for 3 years, doing all the house held chores such as cleaning, organizing, and running errands! I'd love to help out when needed.
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Estrella L.

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
window washing
kitchen cleaning
I have been a caregiver for 10+ years. I am currently looking for a part-time job. I have worked with elderly, disabled, and recovering cancer patients, children, and animals. My care duties can also include light house cleaning services & cooking. I am also capable of offering safe transportation to and from appointments. Just...
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  • 34 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.70/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 5.0

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Goleta, CA

Errand Runners in Goleta, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 34 listed errand runners

Sophia A.

Such a great experience with Sophia. She was wonderful with my kids, who adore her! Can’t wait to have her back.

- Care member

Nancy S.

Nancy was hard working, reliable, conscientious and caring.

- Care member

Janice A.

Janice cared for me after my surgery and provided the best possible care. She is very attentive, polite, caring, friendly and loving. She...

- Regina M.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Goleta

Hiring an errand runner in Goleta, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $24.70 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 Goleta, CA. There are currently 10 errand runners in Goleta. 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 Goleta 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 Goleta. 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 Goleta, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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