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Jacqui Z.

Caregiver In Lake Forest / Oak Park Area

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi everyone, Currently, I am available for part-time work and occasional needs. Come august, and autumn time, I will begin to have more availability. Pet care is something I can offer as well. For over four years, I worked as a full-time career Nanny. For 12 years, I have worked as a regular babysitter. I have grown up on...

Stephanie B. says "Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He looks...

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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Jessica S.

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Angie B. says "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...

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Dana L.

Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Michelle L. says "Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made...

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Lupe R.

Senior Care /Household Manager

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Many years of experience in senior care and Household Management; Compassionate, Patient, Trustworthy, Energetic, and Responsible. Upheld the high standards of the family's expectations. Flexibility with work schedule when needed. Able to Provide the following assistance: Grocery/Supply Shop; Meal Prep; Light Housekeeping; Run...

Care Member says "My grandmother had been living independently at home when she had a fall-scare over 5 years ago. A family member hired Lupe to provide senior care to...

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Anda C.

Responsible Housekeeper, House sitter, Babysitter, Pet sitter And Errand Runner

Northbrook, IL

from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
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!
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Daniela R.

Babysitter, House Manager

Lake Bluff, IL

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello I'm a Compassionate and reliable babysitter with over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Known for creating engaging indoor and outdoor activities that promote learning and fun. Comfortable around pets, skilled in light housekeeping, and experienced in running errands to support busy families....
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Dana L.

NANNY & ORGANIZER, RUN ERRANDS

Deerfield, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
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!!!
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Narjis B.

Glencoe, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
Caring, responsible and compassionate Patient, caring and responsible I like caring for seniors because it's meaningful, I learn a lot from them and like to make great connections. I'm looking for a job that is part time driving to appointments or running errands. I can also do light housework and cooking. In my spare...
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Lidia B.

Positive, Energetic Assistance

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
companionship
Experienced Polish caregiver. Great English. Cooking, laundry, running errands to grocery shopping, salon/nails.
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Monika G.

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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Hello , I'm looking for a part time housekeeper position. I'm responsible, hard-working, detail-oriented, flexible and always on time. Good to keep houses clean organized and also run errands.
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Ana O.

Senior Care

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
dementia
I am a highly capable and dependable professional with good values and compassionate heart and 7 years of extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly service. I am enthusiastic to get a caregiver position making a difference everyday. My Key Qualifications: -LPN -Possess a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle...
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Daniela R.

Housekeeper

Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Daniela and I'm an experienced housekeeper who has been in the business for over 5 years. I'm a a hardworking and dedicated individual who is committed to ensuring excellent customer service, very organized, efficient and detail-oriented. I can also run errands.
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Samantha G.

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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Sylwia M.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
errands
transportation
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With six years of experience, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant dedicated to enhancing the lives of those I care for. My background includes some college and First Aid Training. I am patient, friendly, and detail-oriented. I understand how to handle confusion, agitation, or...
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Ama G.

Northbrook, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 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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Diana G.

Full- Time Housekeeper Available. 20 Years Experience.

Wheeling, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Cabinet cleaning
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
basement cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I'm looking for full time housekeepers or house managers position in your beautiful house. I'm responsible and detail oriented housekeeper, how not afraid to do hart physical work. My last job was in a large 5, 000 square foot home. I took care for grocery shopping, light cooking, cleaning, laundry, running errands and caring...
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Leovigildo M.

Compassionate, Reliable, Trustworthy, & Hardworker

Northbrook, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 13 years experience working as a caregiver with different cases such as patients with dementia, alzheimers Parkinson's, stroke, hospice, companionship, bedridden, Hoyer lift, gait belt, wheelchair. I can also run errands, drive etc. I am passionate about caring for others especially elderly. I am hard working, trustworthy...
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Mikayla M.

Experienced Sitter With A Degree In Education

Wheeling, IL

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Shaina M.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 5.0

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

Errand Runners in Lake Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Jacqui Z.

Jacqui is really good with our son. She thinks of different parks and museums to take him to and always thinks about what he might need. He...

- Stephanie B.

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

Jessica S.

Jessica is above and beyond what I could ask for in someone caring for my children. She is incredibly attentive, engaging and trustworthy....

- Angie B.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Lake Forest

Hiring an errand runner in Lake Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.50 per hour as of August 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 Lake Forest, IL. There are currently 2 errand runners in Lake Forest. 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest. 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 Lake Forest, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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