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Find errand runners in Newark, NJ that you’ll love
60 errand runners are listed in Newark, NJ
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 5 years
What others are saying about errand runners in Newark, NJ
Just telephone interview was made; not enough experience.
Review for Pauline R. by Cathy C.
She's wonderful....competent, patient, reliable. Feel very fortunate to have found her.
Review for Nana K. by Gloria W.
Cathy was amazing. She took care of our 5 kids for years. She was super organized and went way beyond the call of duty. She helped manage my…
Review for Cathy M. by Kimi L.
Errand runners in Newark, NJ
Ayanna P.
Newark, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Patient, high energy, trustworthy, good communication skills, caring and loving nature, able to clean, cook, and run any errands if needed, able to watch multiple children at once, very creative able to keep the children entertained, aslo helps with home work!!
Ayanna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Maragret M.
Newark, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a Nursing Aide Assistant /Certified Home Health Aide. I have done Live In Jobs for over 10 years. Has handled patients with Dementia, Alzheimer, Cancer, Stroke, MS etc. I try to show a lot of love, caring to my patients. I make meals and make sure the environment is clean and free of clatter. I drive and therefore able to...
Skills:
CNA
Hi! I offer both part-time and full-time child care services. I truly love being around children-it brings me so much joy to play, create fun activities, and spend time outdoors with them. I also enjoy reading stories and keeping them entertained in a loving and engaging way.
I live in Newark, have my own car, and I'm a safe,...
Mony can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Ashley J.
Newark, NJ
$31-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking for a role as a personal assistant. Run errands, grocery shop, make returns, assist in home care and cooking. My hours are flexible and hopefully looking for something full time.
I have two younger sisters both of which I cared for. Assisted with meal preparation, running errands, and providing general household support.
I'd describe my personality as detail oriented, charismatic, and compassionate.
Ashton can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Ashton A.
Newark, NJ
$25-50/hr
Hey there!
I have 2 years of experience working with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and wheelchair individuals. Assisted with meal preparation, personal care (including bathroom and showering), transportation to appointments, running errands, and providing general household support.
My care journey started with my mother who...
Ashton can also help with: Transportation, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep
Ashton A.
Newark, NJ
$25-50/hr
Hey there!
I have 2 years of experience working with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and wheelchair individuals. Assisted with meal preparation, personal care (including bathroom and showering), transportation to appointments, running errands, and providing general household support.
My care journey started with my mother who...
3.0
(1)
I run errands for the elderly. I also work as a part-time nurse's aide with sick people.
Pauline can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care
3.0
"Just telephone interview was made; not enough experience."
Cathy C.
Nana K.
Livingston, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a caregiver/companion since 2008. My main job responsibilities were - running errands, meal preparation, grocery shopping, making appointments, transportation, assisting with daily activities.
Nana can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"She's wonderful....competent, patient, reliable. Feel very fortunate to have found her."
Gloria W.
Cathy M.
Maplewood, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sweet, Responsible, Experienced Driving Child Care Provider Seeking F/t/ Position
5.0
(1)
I love children & engaging in activities that we both can learn from. I have experience taking care of kids from newborn up to the teenage years. I love to be involved in any way I can, whether it be running errands for the parents, carpooling, home organizing, activities, etc. I graduated from Caldwell University with a...
Cathy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cathy was amazing. She took care of our 5 kids for years. She was super organized and went way beyond the call of duty. She helped manage my whole house. We love her and she is part of the family!!!"
Kimi L.
5.0
(1)
I've been taking care of seniors for 17 years now and I love what I do. I am caring, dependable and have compassion. I have my own car and a valid license. My daily routine is helping my clients getting dress, preparing meals, showering, light house keeping, a. m/p. m care, I help with taking my clients to their doctors...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She worked for my mother for many years, and was the best care giver n and then she worked for my boyfriend for many years till they both passed away"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Retired legal secretary to senior partner of a Cranford law firm, as well as former owner of a home-based medical/legal transcription company for 30+ years, wife, mother of two daughters, "MiMi" to three granddaughters, and dog mom to our pitty mix. I started a Personal Assistant service in 2019 after quickly realizing I was too...
5.0
"Barbara is the best! Having worked with me for approximately two years, Barbara is punctual, detailed and very organized. She's also very kind and considerate. Extremely flexible in whatever the assignment is. She's been a godsend!"
Care member
Donnadeen H.
East Orange, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Care Giver Available For Live In/out Positions. Available To Drive Client And Run Errands
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as companion for the elderly some with but not limited to various stages of Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular and Respiratory illnesses, providing Range of Motion, Activities of Daily Living(ADLS), doing vitals signs, housekeeping and meal preparation for the clients. I have also...
Donnadeen can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Donna is an experienced caring hardworking aide that is dedicated to proving the right care for the patient and the family. She is polite and respectful and knows when to give the family some privacy. She is warm and kind."
David S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am Addy, a good listener who genuinely care about others. I am empathetic, calm, patient and very compassionate when caring for people.
Both my grandmother and my mother are nurses and growing up in that environment, seeing how much they love what they do everyday, inspired and motivated me to become a highly...
Addy can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Addy is a God send. She has become part of the family, and always goes above and beyond her duty. She has helped guide my family through some of the hard decisions associated with elder care. We had used nursing agencies before, but the level of attention Addy...
Fernando A.
Erin L.
Irvington, NJ
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Erin L.! I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to adolescents. I am kind, patient, and dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for every child I care for.
I am an active First Aid and CPR holder, and I have a clean, valid driver's license with my own transportation. I'm skilled...
5.0
"Erin took care of our little one on 6 occasions. She had a genuine interest in providing care in the manner that the parents want/what's best for the child- I could tell she was putting in her best effort. Also, she had patience and adapted quite well to our little...
Katharine D.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm Victoria, a passionate and dedicated childcare professional with 14 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I started my journey as a mother's helper at 12 years old and have since honed my skills in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs.
What sets me apart is my...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter likes spending time with her. She is also great with dogs. She really does a great job with my daughter. She started watching her around 10 months - she is almost 2 now. I feel safe leaving my house, daughter, and dog in Victoria's hands when I go out."
Jill Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Martha and I have raised 3 children of my own who have now moved on to be independent. I have been a nanny for the past 10 years and have worked extensively with newborns all the way to 14-year-olds. The family that I am currently working with is moving out of state and I am looking for a full time position...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, travel
5.0
"Martha has worked for our family for 2 years and has become part of our family. She was absolutely great with my three kids. She was in charge of detailed day to day tasks that included meal prep, feeding, playing, a few house up-keeps, occasional errands, but most...
Claudia M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, I'm Neissa, friends and family call me TINA. I am a college student and what most people would call a " neat freak", fortunately it turned out to be a positive thing because I have been a reliable Housekeeper for over 7 years, I have worked in some of the most luxurious homes in New York providing museum-quality...
Neissa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"She is unbelievably reliable and thorough, she comes in once a week to clean our apartment and we couldn't be happier. I would definitely recommend her services!"
Kris S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello--My name is Shelly.
I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
5.0
"Shelly took care of my Grandmother for several years. She not only took great care of her, but she truly cared about her and her needs. We knew she was in great hands under Shelly's care."
Jennifer B.
5.0
(3)
Hello--My name is Shelly.
I am a young, energetic grandmother of 4. I am always on the go and up for a challenge. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly population, especially senior citizens in the early stages of alzheimer's disease. I am patient, caring, understanding and compassionate. I have a great...
Rochelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Very caring, honest and trustful."
Linda M.
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Newark
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Newark, NJ?
Hiring an errand runner in Newark, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $21.93 per hour as of May 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.
How can I find a good errand runner in Newark, NJ?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Newark, NJ. There are currently 27 errand runners in Newark. 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 Newark who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Newark?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Newark. 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 Newark, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.