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Anna B.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am 28 years old and have been caring for kids in some capacity for the past 15+ years. I am a certified teacher and taught special education for 4 years. I have a bubbly personality and bring a new set of eyes and ears to every situation I am in. I look forward to getting to know you and your families, and assist with any...
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Thelma S.

Dependable

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Thelma, an accomplished home healthcare aide with over (10)years of experience. I have experience taking care of patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice and others. I am dedicated and compassionate and go above and beyond to make my clients feel comfortable and loved. I am punctual and trustworthy. I do meal...

Mike W. says "Thelma is a dedicated worker really good with our family member. Very punctual and dependable. Our family is very grateful to her."

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Anna D.

19+ Years Experienced Caregiver

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
+ 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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Loretta S.

Retired RN

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a retired registered nurse. I am seeking a companion/caregiver position to care for a senior person with love and meaningful relationship. I have been enjoying this work for the last 3-4 years. My clients have preferred me because I am easy to get along with and always have their needs and desires in mind first. I have made...

Care Member says "I would highly recommend Loretta. She was a great companion for my mom, who is in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's. Loretta came to our home on a...

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Sandra M.

Trustworthy, Caring And Compassionate

Island Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I am passionate about helping and caring for seniors and I understand the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment. I am a team player and work diligently to ensure that all of my clients in my care are safe and well taken care of. I have extensive experience in providing care for seniors, including assisting...

Care Member says "Sandra takes care of my husband who has dementia. My husband likes her company. She has a calm manner and is kind and caring. "

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Mihaela C.

Full-Time Or Part-time Nanny Position

Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello to all parents. I am 41 years old and looking for a full-time, live-out nanny position. I am a mother of three with over 9 years of experience working as a nanny. I am a very responsible, attentive, reliable, energetic individual, full of love and compassion. All this makes me a wonderful caregiver. I have been caring for...

Jim C. says "We hired Ela as our full-time Nanny shortly after our daughter turned 1. She was a godsend for our family as she provided wonderful care & attention for our...

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Reda V.

Caring Caregiver In A Need Of A Job

Fox River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have nursing degree and worked in the hospital in Lithuania. I take care of seniors with cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, cancer, and with individuals recovering from surgery and/or hospice care. I can help with all daily tasks...

Lina S. says "Reda has been with my mother for just about two years. She is by far the most extraordinary and exceedingly competent caregiver I've encountered....

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Marti R.

Artistic, Dependable, Fun!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Marti. I'm a caring, fun, and creative person who loves helping families by making life a little easier. I have a degree in Environmental Science and have also taken a course in Early Childhood Development, focusing on health, nutrition, and safety. I'm CPR certified and trained in SIDS and SBS. I'm a Chicago native...

Care Member says "Marti was an asset for my grandmother. She provided kind companionship and helped her around the house and with food prep. She loved baking with her,...

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Jamie S.

Nanny for Over 10 Years

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Jamie I have been a nanny for over 15 years and still loving it! I went to school for Early Childhood Education and medical assistant . I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with newborn infants and children of all ages. Also, I am a certified nursing assistant. I love to play games, crafts, and to have...

Jillian L. says "We have known Jamie since 2014 when she started taking care of our 2 dogs. She would take care of them during the day while we were at work and would...

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Lidiya M.

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I have worked as a housekeeper for over 10 years. I am a very responsible, detail-oriented, organized person who understands the value of a good and clean home. I put in the effort necessary to do a good job. You can trust that your home and its contents are safe with me. My housekeeping experiences over the years have included:...

Julie L. says "Lidiya, works for our family currently, she's very good always on time, a good communicator. We are very happy with her work."

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Martina B.

Great Housekeeping

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Basement cleaning
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Martina. I've been mostly working as a nanny but I help with housekeeping as well. I can clean, help with laundry and run some errands.
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Michael R.

Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Transport Errands/doctors, Days Mon-Fri.

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
If you're looking for someone to care for your loved one who has experience with care giving, and also possesses integrity, compassion, and attention to detail, please call me. I have experience providing companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation, as well as assistance with physical and occupational...

Laragene W. says "Michael is just the best! Calm, patient, kind, and careful. He was always mindful of everyone in the family and took such special care of my Dad with...

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Lauren R.

Patient And Fun Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm 30 years old and attended UIC where I received my Bachelors in Psychology. I am kind, honest and very attentive to the emotional and practical needs of children and families. I am very reliable and adaptable and happy to assist with light housework, laundry, running errands and helping wherever is needed. I...

Neesha S. says "Lauren became our nanny in December 2020 when our nanny had to leave us due to a family emergency and we were in a bit of a bind. Our boys 2.5 years and...

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Elzbieta K.

senior care

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
You and your loved ones deserve the best care, and I am here to provide it. I offer compassionate support for individuals and families in need. I have experience with taking care of individuals with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. I also have worked with bedridden . I can help with multiple other tasks such...

Care Member says "Elzbieta is a wonderful and attentive caregiver. Her encouragement and care has been remarkable for my parents and sister. "

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Roseleen B.

Lake Villa, IL

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have a lot of experience when it comes to children and of all ages. I have worked with newborns up to preteens/teenagers. I also have a 9-year-old daughter of my own, so lots of experience across the board. I have been nannying for various families for the last 15 years with all different age ranges. I am 36 years old and very...

Heather H. says "We used Rosie as a backup nanny several times in June-July 2018. She was good with the kids (3) and a safe driver to activities. She arrived on time...

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Anastasia F.

Errands Runner Personal Assistance

Evanston, IL

from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Please feel free to contact me if you are interested in house sitting or running errands. My schedule is flexible.
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Siubhan S.

Odds Jobs Worker, Errand Runner

Chicago, IL

from
$17/hr
I am able to run errands to the store, help with interior design projects like painting and work in the garden weeding.
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Ariana M.

Errand Runner

Skokie, IL

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I understand that being able to complete errands could be difficult with all busy schedule! I'm here to help. I complete tasks quickly but cautiously. I'm very patient, I communicate well, and enjoy helping others!
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Nanthanon C.

Reliable & Trustworthy Errand Runner | Detail-Oriented & Efficient

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Reliable, friendly, and efficient--here to help with errands, tasks, shopping, and everyday support.
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Maira F.

Errands Runner/Personal Assistant

Des Plaines, IL

from
$20/hr
I am timely structured and a good planner. I enjoyed achieving tasks focused and on time. I am available to do grocery shopping, cook, drive children to activities, reorganize rooms and make deliveries.
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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

Thelma S.

Thelma is a dedicated worker really good with our family member. Very punctual and dependable. Our family is very grateful to her.

- Mike W.

Anna D.

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....

- Lisa M.

Loretta S.

I would highly recommend Loretta. She was a great companion for my mom, who is in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's. Loretta came to our...

- Care member

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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