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60 errand runners are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 5 years
Errand runners in Portland, ME
Melike A.
Portland, ME
$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Companionship, Visiting Nurse, Errands/Shopping, Personal Care, Light House Cleaning
5.0
(1)
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I have worked with seniors in a variety of ways over the past several years, I enjoy chatting and listening and being good company. I really care people and being there making their lives a little easier in any way I can.
5.0
"She took care of our son while we went out for a date night. She was accommodating to some changes in times and was quick to respond to texts. Would highly recommend her."
Reviewed by Robin D.
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...
5.0
"Delaney is a delight! She watched our active toddler for 5 hours a day this summer, and was full of energy and able to keep him occupied (no small feat) all summer long. She responds well to communication, and...
Reviewed by Marianne B.
Aicha I.
Portland, ME
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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I'm a housing Support worker at the local homeless shelter. I'm looking for some part time hours cleaning houses or running errands etc. I'd love to help your family with getting organized, regular weekly cleaning, or whatever you need help with.
5.0
"Not only is Aicha delightful to have in the house, she is super thorough with her cleaning! She cleans spots that I didn't even think of all while being very efficient. Aicha shows up on time and with a smile...
Reviewed by Susan R.
5.0
(4)
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Hello! My name is Bryn! I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Maine. I have worked at daycares since I was a Junior in HS. I have experience caring for multiple children at a time ranging from newborns to early teens. I had a part-time job at UMaine's Children's Center for 3 years, and...
5.0
"Lovely! Hired her for my 8 month old twins while we attended a wedding. She jumped right in, quietly managed their care, and was punctual, polite, and professional!"
Reviewed by Stephen G.
Haley A.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Haley A. I am 19 years old and studying Psychology at the University of Southern Maine. I enjoy reading, writing, walking, hiking, swimming, and drawing. I grew up caring for my three younger cousins from age 12, and have had small, consistent childcare/animal care/housekeeping jobs since then. I love spending...
5.0
"Haley has cared for our baby girl since she was 3 months old. She treated her like her own and did an amazing job bonding and interacting with her. She was very easy to communicate with and helped me a lot...
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Hello,
My name is Brooke. I'm 33 years old living in South Portland currently a stay at home mother with my daughter who is 4. I have a lot of experience with kids from newborns-early teens in all different types of situations. From nannying, being a doula, working in daycares, teaching children ski school etc. I have...
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Don't have time to run some errands? Don't worry about it, shoot me a text or a phone call and I'm on it!
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I provide assistance to those in need. I help complete a variety of tasks and errands given to me, including but not limited to, grocery shopping, tidying up rooms/houses, filling out paperwork, organizing, cleaning, rearranging, garden work, yard-work, pet care, medicine administration, First Aid, scheduling appointments, and...
Kimberly S.
Portland, ME
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I have 10 years of experience working with children. I am caring, patient and reliable. I am available for date nights, last minute child care needs, running errands and everything in between. I look forward to working with families and building lasting working relationships!
Aicha I.
Portland, ME
$15-30/hr
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I'm a housing Support worker at the local homeless shelter. I'm looking for some part time hours cleaning houses or running errands etc. I'd love to help your family with getting organized, regular weekly cleaning, or whatever you need help with.
Virginia C.
Portland, ME
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I love variety! I'm happy to run errands, garden, pet walk. I'm also a licensed massage therapist (30 years) and a certified personal service specialist (PSS). I would very much like to travel with a family providing care for young children and/or elder care/companionship.
As an artist and muralist, I can bring your walls to...
Kenya I.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My name is Kenya, I'm from Dallas, My favorite activity to do with kids are things like coloring, or playing outside depending on the weather. I also don't mind making food of course and cleaning the kitchen and other little areas around the house. I have my own car so I'm able to run errands and also pick up and drop offs if or...
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Hi there!
I'm currently a stay at home mom but looking for possibly small jobs of maximum 4-5 hours on weekends! I've been cleaning for the last 8 years, I use to work for a real estate agency cleaning vacation rentals so I'm very experienced and very thorough when it comes to cleaning! I also will do laundry and run errands...
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My name is Zephyr, I'm 18 and just moved to Portland Maine and got my first apartment! I have experience babysitting/nannying, pet sitting, house sitting, running errands and house cleaning! I can also help with general house duties; cleaning, cooking, tidying, laundry, shopping, errands. I work well with ages 4 and up, I have...
Hailey B.
Portland, ME
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hey there! My name is Hailey, I'm 25 years old, and I live in Portland with my spouse and our cats. I'm a newly certified elementary school teacher looking for a summer job until the school year begins!
I love playing music, reading books, going on walks, and wandering through shops and museums. I'm also a strong swimmer and...
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Working as a nanny for a dual-career family has allowed me to cross the lines as a family assistant and a personal assistant. My experience as a PA or FA include: running errands, organization of household items (such as clothing, photographs, or books), scheduling and reminding of upcoming events, correspondences, packing and...
Ashley C.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr
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I am currently pregnant with my first so not able to do anything intense or heavy lifting but can do quick/ small errands! I'm able to fold laundry, run to the grocery store, bring mail, picking up around the house and anything to that extent!
5.0
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I am a certified PSS (Personal Support Specialist) Caregiver/Companion with 13 years of experience caring for seniors aged 70 to 100. I have extensive experience working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients and in 2016 received the Excellence in Long-Term Care Award from the State of Maine. In facilities, I have worked one on one...
5.0
"Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature."
Reviewed by Colleen M.
4.6
(5)
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Hello!
Are you in need of a responsible, fun, and caring Nanny? Please look no further! I love kids and have experience with all ages, (infant-preteen) as well as twins. I also have reliable transportation and a great driving record. I like to play games, read stories, do arts and crafts, sing songs, and have outside time...
4.0
"Delia was our nanny for almost 2 years with our twin boys, starting at around age 10mo. She was always very communicative, receptive to feedback, and flexible. Our boys absolutely adored her, and she was like...
Reviewed by Emily S.
5.0
(3)
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I have been working in home management services for over 30 years now. I am comfortable dealing with large homes to small condos, making sure to be careful with details you request and your priorities first. I can make my own natural cleaning supplies or use what you already have. Besides what is listed and checked in my job...
5.0
"Venita is quite simply the best provider of house-cleaning and -managing services I've ever hired in over 25 years of hiring people in this domain. She is smart, fast, deeply knowledgeable about products,...
Reviewed by Amy E.
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Recent errand runner reviews in Portland, ME
Melike A.
5.0
She took care of our son while we went out for a date night. She was accommodating to some changes in times and was quick to respond to texts. Would highly recommend her.
- Robin D.
Delaney P.
5.0
Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition to our family! She is a positive, loving person and took great care of my baby. She loves to have fun and will actively play with you kids while...
- Suzanne M.
Aicha I.
5.0
Not only is Aicha delightful to have in the house, she is super thorough with her cleaning! She cleans spots that I didn't even think of all while being very efficient. Aicha shows up on time and with a smile on her face ready to do a great job.
- Susan R.
Bryndan A.
5.0
Bryn was outstanding. We hired her to take care of our 6 month old son. She was punctual and did a wonderful job caring for him. She is lovely with kids, patient and dependable.
- Hans R.
Haley A.
5.0
Haley has cared for our baby girl since she was 3 months old. She treated her like her own and did an amazing job bonding and interacting with her. She was very easy to communicate with and helped me a lot while I was getting back to work. Haley also helped us with cleaning, grocery shopping,...
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Portland
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Portland, ME?
Hiring an errand runner in Portland, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $20.41 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Portland, ME?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Portland, ME. There are currently 17 errand runners in Portland. 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 Portland who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Portland?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Portland. 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 Portland, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.
Ratings for Portland, ME errand runners listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Errand Runners in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners.