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Gabrielle A.

Portage, IN

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Home modification
errands
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My passion lies in enriching the lives of adults and seniors, fostering their independence and overall well-being. Having personally cared for family members, I understand the importance of reliable and compassionate support. I have two years of experience as a caregiver. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I...
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Home Health Aide

Lake Station, IN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for 6 yrs. I have been caring for a sweet lady who is 102 and bed bound for the last 5 yrs.... I have worked with some clients that have a little Alzheimer's.... dementia.... sun-downers..... I do personal/companion care.... I will run errands... Dr appointments.... house cleaning.... I really love what I...
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RN Specializing In Neuro, Dementia, Psych, Rehab

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced nurse in the following areas: Dementia Rehabilitation Psych Home care Private Caregiver Available some evenings after 4 p.m. M-F and some 8 hour shifts on the weekends. Reliable transportation Meal preparation Light Housekeeping Bathing Feeding Companionship Run errands Non-smoker

Janet C. says "Karen is very kind and knowledgeable. She has cared for my father and mother in the same way that I would take care of them. She is reliable, willing to...

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Caregiver

Lake Station, IN

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I have been a caregiver for about 10 yrs now... I use to work for an agency for about 7 yrs after my last client who I cared for for about 5 yrs passed away I than went out on my own.... currently I care for two women who have dementia... I also just do showers.... I will run any errands that are needed cook meals do some...
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Professional And Detail Oriented Individual For Your Household Needs

Hobart, IN

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a flight attendant who is currently on extended leave to be home with my little one more. I have professional experience in nannying, running errands, organizing rooms, tackling cleaning projects, overall home maintenance that keeps your home running smoothly.
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Valparaiso, IN

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
errands
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. With three years of experience supporting adults and seniors, I'm passionate about promoting their well-being and independence. I'm patient, calm, and approachable, which helps me build trusting relationships with those in my care. I understand the...
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Gary, IN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
I'm dedicated to understanding and engaging with middle and high school students, recognizing the challenges they face today. Since 22, I've worked closely with teens, empathizing with their struggles. Beyond mentorship, I build trust for open communication. I offer practical help by running errands and preparing meals, easing...
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Hobart, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
personal care
Making a real difference in someone's life is why I'm a caregiver. With many years of experience, I bring a patient, compassionate, and detail-oriented approach to supporting adults and seniors. I understand the importance of building connections, so I prioritize understanding each person's preferences and history. I am skilled...
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Hobart, IN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
meal prep
personal care
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With five years of experience, I'm dedicated to enhancing the lives of those I care for. My college degree has equipped me with a solid foundation for providing comprehensive support. I'm passionate about supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence, and my...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of experience in various jobs that all dealt with children, my favorite being a stay at home mom. I'm used to chaotic schedules, running errands with kids in tow, entertaining children while throwing educational fun in, and have excellent in patience. Trips to the library, picnics in the park, walking...
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Chesterton, IN

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Errands
dementia
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
I have helped several friends and family members have ease knowing their loved ones are taking care of well they be able to go to work/ get a break or even just run some errands. I have worked with all kinds of people from people with Alzheimer's/ dementia to people who just have mobility problems or diabetes and so many more....
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Chesterton, IN

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm Autumn and I'm a responsible, caring college student with a passion for working with young children. I have hands-on experience caring for children from newborn through toddler age, and I truly enjoy supporting their development. I've also assisted families in babysitting their elementary aged school children. I'm also...
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Hobart, IN

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there! My name is Katie and I am a flight attendant for a major U. S. airline. Before I began flying, I personal assisted for a family and a few individuals which included running all sorts of errands. Shopping, returns, to the post office, the grocery store. I really enjoy doing this sort of busy work and like to be on...
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Gofer - Personal Assistant

Valparaiso, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Mother of 4, grandmother of 5, soon to be 6. I've spent my children's elementary years as room mom, planning parties, working events at the school, and doing market day. I also worked in the cafes and worked as a crossing guard for 3 yrs. I enjoy going to the park with the grand kids, the zoo, riding bikes and the beach, or my...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Organization
Hello! I'm Renee. My background was in the medical, legal, and corporate environment. I worked locally in Lake and Porter County. I commuted for several years to Chicago via the South shore system. Since I retired, it was my choice to remain active and care for children. The flexibility caregiving affords me is great! Thereby,...
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Valparaiso, IN

1.5(0)
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$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello! I am available for full-time or part-time caregiver. I am a resident of Valparaiso. Some facts about myself: CPR/first-aid knowledgeable, current card, excellent driving record and insurance. I consider myself to be a punctual, honest, and reliable person. My hours are flexible to accommodate your needs. My past work...
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Valparaiso, IN

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Hailey. I have 9 years of experience, and experience taking care of a child with special needs. I can help around the house, running errands, carpooling, and homework.

Tom P. says "Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly...

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Home Health Aide

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
live-in home care
meal prep
In 2018, I worked as a home health aide, I won't mention because I don't want to slander a place that may have improved. I have previous experience helping elderly. Primarily helping them move around, clean their house, run their errands. While I was and am capable of helping more, the people I cared for didn't need the extra...
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Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11. Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12. As...

Tarak P. says "Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend...

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Creative Attentive Caring Individual

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Diana and I would love to be your next nanny. A little bit about me is I love working with people, always have. I grew up babysitting and always loved working with kids of all ages. I have babysat from infant age and up. I am not CPR certified but before anything would start I would have that training done. I do...

Lisa B. says "Diana is a hardworking and honest person. She is also caring and very creative."

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of April 2026

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Portage, IN

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

Karen M.

Karen is very kind and knowledgeable. She has cared for my father and mother in the same way that I would take care of them. She is...

- Janet C.

Hailey P.

Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my...

- Tom P.

Elizabeth P.

Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no...

- Tarak P.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Portage

Hiring an errand runner in Portage, IN on Care.com will cost an average of $17.00 per hour as of April 2026. 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 Portage, IN. There are currently 1 errand runners in Portage. 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 Portage 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 Portage. 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 Portage, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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