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Jacqueline M.

I Love Doin Errands

Palo Alto, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I really enjoy planning and running errands for the week. I definitely can help with that and much more.
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Tashi T.

Reliable Helper For Errands And Odd Jobs- Dependable, Quick, And Friendly

Palo Alto, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced and dependable worker available for a variety of tasks, including grocery shopping, deliveries, house cleaning, yard work, light repairs, moving assistance, and more. I'm organized, punctual, and always ready to lend a hand with a positive attitude. I'm currently looking for opportunities to assist...
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Veronica Z.

Palo Alto, CA

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$22/hr
Need someone to run errands to help take a load off of a stressful week? I can help! Love doing little things.
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Gelin C.

Palo Alto, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages starting with newborn. My favorite activities to do with them is reading , painting, drawing and going to the park. My additional responsibilities have been running errands and taking them to school and after school activities.
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Vaha A.

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I do senior care for a very longtime. I help with the patient run errands, cooking, bathing, medication and the main thing is companionship. my goal is to keep all my patient happy and to make a change on their life. I really know I can make a change for the client and it will make them happy.
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Saorla M.

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Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Saorla. I am originally from Ireland and moved to the Bay Area last year. I have always loved caring for children. I have previous childcare experience, and currently volunteer as a swim partner for children with disabilities. I am happy to care for children of all ages, and I am comfortable with pets! I am...
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Alejandra M.

Part-time Housekeeper/caretaker

Palo Alto, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Alejandra. I'm currently seeking a part-time housekeeping/mommy helper position. I have experience with house management tasks, running errands (including Amazon returns), organizing the home, doing laundry, and coordinating with outsourced services. I'm honest, reliable, friendly, and kind, and I take pride in...
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Rhonda S.

Overnight Companion Care

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
I relocated back to California 9 years ago. I had lived with my mother for the first two & moved out, since then. She is very active & I'm looking to not crowd her so she can continue living an active, normal life. I have experience with elder care & managing medical; medicine & companionship. I have my own car & can run...
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Silvana P.

Professional, Honest And Responsible Person

Palo Alto, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
I have 10+ years of experience as a housekeeper, house manager, and family assistant. I have experience caring for high end furniture and special surfaces. I can help with house Cleaning, making beds, laundry and Organization (beyond standard tidying). I pay attention to details and deep cleaning. I can schedule meetings,...
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Erica S.

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Organization
general room cleaning
Hi! My name is Erica and I have retail experience! Throughout the years, I've always been the go to person for my managers to get tasks done, and they often told me I was their personal assistants. I would complete tasks from fixing, cleaning the department, all the way to running errands outside of the store. My most recent...
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Malia T.

Compassionate Caregiver

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
I have been working in Elder Care for over 20 years, assisting in the care of a variety of seniors, from those with minimal needs to those with dementia, Alzheimer's disease and physical disabilities. I prepare meals, assist in feeding, bathing, transferring, taking to appointments, spending time outdoors, and running errands. I...
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Citlali M.

Palo Alto, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I have 10 years of nanny experience and am a great mother's helper! I love running little errands and helping parents make things a little smoother!
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Silvia R.

Personal Assistant Available- Starting April 2016

Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a 22-year-old and I love to keep busy and help people make their life's easier. I am a trustworthy, have attention to detail, organized, dependable person. After I graduated Palo Alto High in 2012 I was a teacher/ personal assistant for my High School English teacher. I would keep her organized, help around in the...
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Desiree O.

ERRAND PROVIDER

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I have provided several errand services for my various employers. I am very flexible and willing to serve. I am Covid conscious, vaxed and boosted and I practice Covid safety.
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Nicole M.

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I love spending time with seniors and really connect with the elderly. I would love to build a relationship with someone and get to know their needs. I am great at cooking, light housekeeping, and running errands.
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Nourchene H.

Reliable Nanny/Babysitter

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
Having accumulated 3 years of valuable experience, I am well equipped to provide exceptional assistance in various areas. Among my proficiencies are Swimming Supervision, Meal Prep and Driving. Owning a reliable car and possessing a flexible schedule, I am fully prepared to adapt to your family's specific requirements. Whether...

Care Member says "Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is great and...

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Leonor Q.

Professional Organizer

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
+ 1 more
I love to organize, closets (bedroom and linen), kitchen cabinets, bedroom and cabinets. I clean houses, I can run errands and I feel happier when I can help someone with organization of the closet, cabinets and offices. I have my own supplies and a professional vacuum cleaner. I will guarantee that you will be happy with my...

Care Member says "Leonor went above and beyond to care for our family. She is very detail oriented and helped us in so many ways. I’m so grateful for the 8 years she...

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India P.

Home Assistant

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Organization
kitchen cleaning
Hello, my name is India. I have assisted working professionals in the Northern Virginia area with laundry, running errands & home organization for the past 3 years. I recently relocated to California. I enjoy assisting families so they are able to spend more time together.

Carla J. says "You have try the eggplant Parmesan! Nothing is better then a home cooked meal you didn't have to cook. I am convinced India can make anything taste...

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Elizabeth B.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
With over 7 years of dedicated nanny experience, I bring a passion for childcare and a knack for creating a nurturing environment. My responsibilities have encompassed everything from carpooling to extracurricular activities, running errands, and providing light housekeeping. I take pride in supporting children's development...

Imelda B. says "Elizabeth loves kids, she plays and read to her niece all the time, she likes spending time with kids, laugh, read, etc.... she is responsible, punctual,...

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Angelica L.

Experienced Nanny For 26 Years!

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Angelica, and I bring over 26 years of experience in childcare. I excel in light housekeeping and running errands, ensuring a tidy and organized environment. Known for my responsibility, warmth, playfulness, and active nature, I delight in engaging children in outdoor activities like swimming,...

Tyler C. says "We wholeheartedly recommend Angelica, an exceptional caregiver who became part of our family during her time with us. Angelica cared for our first child...

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.40/hr as of July 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

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

Nourchene H.

Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is...

- Care member

Leonor Q.

Leonor went above and beyond to care for our family. She is very detail oriented and helped us in so many ways. I’m so grateful for the 8...

- Care member

India P.

You have try the eggplant Parmesan! Nothing is better then a home cooked meal you didn't have to cook. I am convinced India can make...

- Carla J.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Palo Alto

Hiring an errand runner in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.40 per hour as of July 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 Palo Alto, CA. There are currently 15 errand runners in Palo Alto. 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto. 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 Palo Alto, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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