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Maria G.

Pet Sitter

River Forest, IL

from
$9/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
Hi! I'm Maria and over the past years I have devoted my work to helping families with their various needs; from pet sitting to running errands. I am a huge animal lover and own 2 dogs and a cat myself! I have a very flexible schedule, my own transportation and great availability during weekends and nights!
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Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Part-time Babysitter Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
My name is Emily and I have been in childcare for about 6 years now. I have experience in housekeeping, running errands, preparing meals and activities, etc. I am CPR trained and have a vehicle. I am currently a full time student.

Allie H. says "Emily was wonderful!! She showed up on time (early) with a big smile and a positive attitude. My son is VERY picky when it comes to sitters and he adored...

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Personal Assistant/Caregiver

Clarendon Hills, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
My name is Michelle and I'm an experienced Caregiver/personal assistant. I enjoy working with seniors and I'm compassionate about what I do. I understand that everyday life can get pretty hectic and I'm available to provide assistance whenever and wherever I can. My services include but are not limited to; light...
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Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Alexandra I have taken care of kids from New Borns up to Pre Teens, some of my favorite activities I like doing with kids are; Arts and crafts, I love reading to them, helping them with their homework, depending on the age of the child I enjoy baking with them, I love taking the kids to the park, and having...

Sarah T. says "We had Alexandra watch our girls for two days. Our 3 year old can be pretty shy with new people but she loved playing with Alexandra and got on so well...

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Caring And Positive Persona

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
Hi! I love all animals! I have 10 years of experience in dog sitting and walking. I can help with whatever you need to take care of with your animals. I am quick learner and there are no barriers for me. I can stay with Your animal during day and night. I love walks so I can take Your dog to any park You want as I own my car...

Care Member says "Agata is great! Very kind and patient. She’s been very flexible and I can always count on her even at the last minute. Great job! "

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Patient And Fun Sitter

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm 30 years old and attended UIC where I received my Bachelors in Psychology. I am kind, honest and very attentive to the emotional and practical needs of children and families. I am very reliable and adaptable and happy to assist with light housework, laundry, running errands and helping wherever is needed. I...

Neesha S. says "Lauren became our nanny in December 2020 when our nanny had to leave us due to a family emergency and we were in a bit of a bind. Our boys 2.5 years and...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've worked as a daycare supervisor, overnight sitter and nanny for multiple families in the last 4 years. Happy to help with school work and running errands as well! I take the safety of myself and the families I care for extremely seriously and very comfortable around pets. I can be flexible with hours and needs- would love to...

Tim P. says "Ruby was our families first nanny and we couldn't have felt more lucky to have found her. She was dependable, on-time, super helpful with the...

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Excited Sitter And Nanny

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...

Care Member says "Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a...

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Experienced And Loving Caretaker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I began babysitting/nannying for families and their kiddos once I started undergrad, as I had previous unpaid experience in high school for my family and friends. I have 6 years of paid experience sitting for children of all ages (infants-teens). I have the most experience with infants-toddlers. I am a second-year (out of three)...

Beth B. says "My daughter loved Abby away! She communicated with us in advance and during our night out, and was very punctual and responsible. Will definitely hire...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 4 years of experience professionally but also have over 10 years of experience with sitting/child care under my belt. I homeschool my son and we are in a co-op where I work with and care for other children often as well. I'm accustomed to working with several children at once and have worked with all age groups from...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Raven as our nanny for the past ~5 months, and we are happy to share our experience. She consistently showed up on time...

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Male Caregiver 10 Year Experience

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
home modification
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Justin, and I have over a decade of experience in senior care, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) with 6 years of experience in nursing facilities and 7+ years as a dedicated home caregiver. I'm skilled in various forms of patient transfers, including...

Care Member says "Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I...

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I'm A Babysitter/nanny

Chicago, IL

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Hi my name is Gabriella people call me Gabby for short, If you have any further questions about me please feel free to contact me. Skills: Child development training Education training E-learning teaching experience Meal prepping CPR certified 2 years as summer camp counselor Calm and patient Strong communicator Active...

Care Member says "She was wonderful to have working for my family. She is excellent working with kids and is always willing to help in anyway she can when she at your...

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Friendly, Polite Housekeeper

Villa Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Oven cleaning
kitchen cleaning
Hello, my name is Natalia. I am a Private Chef and Household Manager with over 20 years of experience working with private families. I specialize in preparing healthy, customized meals, including low-carb, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and family-friendly menus. I am experienced in a variety of international cuisines and...

Elisabeth F. says "Natalie has been working with my kids for several years. She took care of my house , managed all house keeping activities and kids daily routine....

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Part-time Errands Runner

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am available evenings and weekends for running errands or doing odd household jobs. In the past I have dropped off and picked up kids by car, walked dogs, cleaned houses, and many other things.
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Reliable & Trustworthy Errand Runner | Detail-Oriented & Efficient

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Reliable, friendly, and efficient--here to help with errands, tasks, shopping, and everyday support.
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Part-Time Errand Runner

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I don't have my own car, but I'm available for other errands around the house. Or borrowing a car if you feel comfortable! I have a valid license, I just moved here a few weeks ago from Texas and didn't bring my car.
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Responsible, Reliable Errand-Runner!

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have experience as a nanny that included various roles such as grocery shopping, household chores and cleaning. Additionally have experience in various Lifeguard, Retail Sales, Front Desk, Food Services roles. I have a car and can complete all errands, or whatever tasks you need in an efficient, responsible manner!
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Baby Sitter, House Sitter, Errand Runner

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Experience working with children (I do 1 on 1 ABA therapy with children) Experience caring for multiple children at once Experience cleaning and tidying large and small areas.
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Personal Errand Runner/Part-Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a recent college grad living in Lakeview East.Personal Errand Runner and I have worked as a camp counselor and a nanny for many years. I love kids, and I know I can provide a plethora of fun activities to do with your kids. Please reach out to me if you have any questions. I'm very easy going and have a lovely personality...
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $9.00/hr as of August 2026

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL

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

Branndi C.

Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

- Care member

Emily M.

Emily was wonderful!! She showed up on time (early) with a big smile and a positive attitude. My son is VERY picky when it comes to sitters...

- Allie H.

Alexandra R.

We had Alexandra watch our girls for two days. Our 3 year old can be pretty shy with new people but she loved playing with Alexandra and got...

- Sarah T.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in River Forest

Hiring an errand runner in River Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $9.00 per hour as of August 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 River Forest, IL. There are currently 1 errand runners in River Forest. 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 River Forest 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 River Forest. 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 River Forest, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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