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Leah C.

Experience Personal Assistant, And Errand Runner!

Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20+ year of babysitting friends & family kids. Watch my 8-year-old grand-baby since she was 6 weeks old.. I have a 32-year-old so that shows you that I have a enough experiences. I'm now watching her daughter.. The cycle started all over again. You want someone who will care for your child like you do. I watch...
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Pauline B.

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I started caring for seniors 5 yrs ago In my spare time, I like to Reading, Traveling, boardwalk show One thing you should know about me is loving honest reliable My skills include cooking running errands, doctors appointments laundry etc
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Jade A.

Senior Care

Plainfield, NJ

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I have over a year of experience working with elderly residents at a rehabilitation facility, where I worked front desk but also stepped in to help the residents as needed. Some examples would be helping them contact family via cell phone or video chat, sorting laundry, communicating dietary needs to the kitchen, etc. I also was...
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Tamara D.

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Professional care giver looking job to care elderly people. I have a 20 years of experience. I can help with all aspects of patients personal care . Also run errands , doctors appointments , help with medication and keep them happy and comfortable and active

Tracy K. says "Tamara is taking care of my elderly mom since November. She is an amazing and wonderful caregiver. She is punctual, warm, sense of humor and most...

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Azalea H.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hi, I'm Azalea! I'm a loving mother of a wonderful 6-year-old girl and a newly licensed Registered Nurse. As both a mom and a healthcare professional, I'm skilled at managing multiple responsibilities and staying organized. Whether you need help with grocery shopping, running errands, or other tasks, I'm ready to assist and make...

Care Member says "From our first interaction to our last Azalea was warm, personable, and professional. She provided compassionate care for my aunt who was discharged...

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Sneha S.

Housekeeping

Edison, NJ

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
Organization
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
My name is Sneha and my qualifications are that I have already completed bachelors in psychology and currently pursing bachelors of nursing. I have a genuine passion for working with children and growing up with my baby cousins and caring for my younger brother, I have developed a natural affinity for nurturing and engaging with...
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Dorothy B.

Senior Caregiver/companionship

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
HI my name is Dorothy I'm looking for a senior care job which can include companionship, meal preparation medication management doctor appointments and running errands for your family member Medical knowledge finished course as medical assistant at Sanford Brown institute in Iselin fluent in polish

Nancy L. says "Dorothy is a very caring person. When she stayed with my dad for the day, she did some cleaning without even being asked. She checked in with me throughout...

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Jordan M.

I Absolutely Love Making Kids Smile And Laugh And Becoming Like A Big Sister To Them.

Fords, NJ

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've been babysitting since I was old enough to accept the responsibility. I was 13 when I had my first job of watching three kids. After the first babysitting job they referred me to countless families where I have watched those kids and many more since they were five until they were ready to drive. I would drive them to...

Care Member says " Jordan has been our trusted babysitter for nearly two years now. She has consistently shown up on time and proven to be a reliable caregiver. Our...

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Rochelle S.

Part Time Senior Care Giver

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
mobility assistance
companionship
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...

Gerard R. says "Shelly is incredibly responsible and self-directed when taking care of someone. She is astute and sensitive in understanding the needs of the older person...

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Kristina P.

Middlesex, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am Kristina, 44 years old. I have 10+ year caregiver/companion experience and great references. I have a Registered Nurse diploma (issued bu Republic of Georgia) and I got all my nursing credits done in USA. I used to be working at hospital for 5 years as a caregiver and EKG tech. I have my own transportation, I can help you...

Beth K. says "Kristina supported my mother-in-law who has suffered from a stroke and had decreased mobility. She is very knowledgeable with physical therapy transfer...

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Mzia I.

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Mzia . I'm a very caring, friendly person and professional of my work. With long time experience , very good references, valid NJ drive license, with good language skill. I'm a legal of this country. I help to patients for housekeeping , laundry, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and...

Care Member says "Dear sir or Madam Mzia took care of my mother in law for several years. If not Mzia, my mother in low - Helen would not have lived as long as she...

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Tira J.

Child/ Senior Care And Errands

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I am writing to apply for the Caregiver positions on Care. com. I have an excellent background in providing care for people of all ages and conditions with more than 10+ years of experience in the field. I worked as a Residential Manager at an Assistant Living facility for 8 years. I have experience working with young,...

David And Jana A. says "Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."

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Barbara N.

Personal Assistant

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Rochelle S.

Elderly Care Provider

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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...

Jennifer M. says "She is a very sweet lady and will go above and beyond."

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Gabrielle C.

Errand Runner In Madison Area

Madison, NJ

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$10/hr
I have run errands for every member of my family whenever they need it and am happy to help you with yours!
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Alexandra P.

Part-time Errand Runner

Berkeley Heights, NJ

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am willing to do grocery shopping and any other errands and odd jobs that are needed. I have experience doing this for an elderly woman.
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Jocelyn A. S.

Experienced And Resourceful Errand Runner.

Piscataway, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 10 years of experience with managing clients schedules and running various errands when needed. I can help with Moving Services and Shopping.
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Melynda J.

Event Planner-Assistant-Helper- Extraordinaire

Metuchen, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Melynda and I am just coming off of a 20 year meeting/event planning career. I am taking a break so that I can be home for my children in the afternoons/evenings. I am looking for work as an assistant, event/party planner, errand runner, babysitter, date night sitter, grocery shopper, etc. I am available 9:00 a.m. -...
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Melynda J.

Mom-Helper-Babysitter-Pet Sitter-Elderly Care-Extraordinaire

Metuchen, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Melynda and I am a wonderfully happy, outgoing, kind and personable. I am looking for work as a mothers helper, babysitter, elderly care helper, errand runner, date night sitter, grocery shopper, etc. I have a full time job but need extra income, so am willing to help out as needed on nights or weekends. I love people...
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Alison M.

Part-Time Event Planner/Errand Runner/Personal Shopper Available

Cranford, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a School Secretary eager to work after school hours. Once a corporate event planner, I've always loved entertaining and have planned everything from small at-home get-together to large corporate events. I specialized in children's parties (holiday parties, Halloween parties, etc.) and those were some of my favorite to plan!...
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.67/hr as of June 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

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

Tamara D.

Tamara is taking care of my elderly mom since November. She is an amazing and wonderful caregiver. She is punctual, warm, sense of humor and...

- Tracy K.

Azalea H.

From our first interaction to our last Azalea was warm, personable, and professional. She provided compassionate care for my aunt who was...

- Care member

Dorothy B.

Dorothy is a very caring person. When she stayed with my dad for the day, she did some cleaning without even being asked. She checked in...

- Nancy L.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Plainfield

Hiring an errand runner in Plainfield, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $20.67 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 Plainfield, NJ. There are currently 3 errand runners in Plainfield. 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield. 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 Plainfield, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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