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Mimi L.

Part Time Care Giver, Pet Sitter Or Errand Runner Available

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
I've had and have dogs and cats of my own. My German Shepard went totally blind at age 5 and lived till he was 12. We hiked off leash, (mostly) daily. He taught me a lot. My current 2 cats both came to live with me on their own terms, (1 feral, 1 abandoned). I like to think I have a special relationship with the animals in my...

Richard M. says "Mimi was very communicative and accommodating to our animals, one dog and one cat. She cared for them for four days. They were cared for as if they were...

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Judy S.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am an energetic, responsible, and considerate individual with a passion for working with children. With over 5 years of experience, I have had the privilege of caring for children ranging from infants as young as 2 months old to children up to 12 years of age. My expertise includes developing engaging games and activities,...

Jessica G. says "If you are considering Judy as a nanny/sitter she is an excellent choice because: - She is bilingual - speaks both English and Spanish. - She can prepare...

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Jocelyn F.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am a kind, patient, fun, nurturing nanny that has been helping families thrive internationally since 2014. Different ways I have provided care are doing laundry, preparing healthy meals, cleaning and organizing, helping with homework, giving baths, running errands, transportation to events, activities, school and appointments...

Care Member says "Jocelyn has been an incredible full time nanny for our now 1.5 yo for the past year. She's calm, patient, fun, and very loving. Our daughter has...

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Tess K.

Errand Runner With Small Passenger

Santa Cruz, CA

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$19/hr
I run errands for family members often. I have an SUV big enough for large grocery runs or other pickup/drop off items. I am not able to move large furniture/appliance items on my own however, smaller to midsized items are fine. I have a newborn who will occasionally accompany me on these errands if deemed appropriate.
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Ann S.

Pet Sitter @ Errands

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Ann. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I also can run errands.
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Emily K.

Errands & Odd Jobs

Santa Cruz, CA

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$19/hr
hello! if you need someone to help out with errands such as shopping, picking up food, etc. i'm your girl :)
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Dixie W.

Have Errands Will Travel

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Let me help with your shopping and house cleaning. I can help you decide what to cook and help with all your needs
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Tori P.

Ready To Help With Errands, Household Duties And Children

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I'm happy to do your grocery shopping, pick up dry cleaning, care for your pets, watch over your home while you're away, basic lawn care, and many other household tasks. Also, I'm available as a responsible and fun caregiver. I always deliver quality service with a smile. I've helped my elderly neighbor with her household...
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Jocelyn F.

Kind Part time Help

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$17/hr
I can run errands for you like going to the grocery store, pharmacy, and drive you to your appointments.
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Sira T.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
Hello My name is Sira , I currently live in Soquel . As a young adult I cared for my grandmother & my niece. I currently care for a very sweet lady with dementia 3 days a week. She been in my care for over a year . I run errands , shop , cook , tidy up , do what is helpful for my care families . I enjoy getting to know my...
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Colette P.

Helpful Student

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I can run errands, help around the house, etc. Let me know what you need and I can help out! I am available every day of the week.
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Amelie H.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
Transportation
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hey my name is Amelie, and I am a current student at UCSC! I'm a huge dog person, and have been working with kids for 5 years. I have car so can run errands and provide transportation, and I'm happy to help with household chores!
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Lisa C.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
Hello, I have experience working with seniors, I am also a long term resident of Santa Cruz with great references and reliable transportation. I can give companionship, do meal prep and light housekeeping, run errands and drive to appts. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!
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Lela S.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Organized, dependable, and happy to help take the pressure off your to-do list. I specialize in running errands with care and efficiency, whether it's grocery shopping, pharmacy pickups, post office runs, or handling everyday tasks you don't have time for. With a calm, friendly presence and a strong attention to detail, I treat...
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Kelly Ann G.

Fun, Enthusiastic College Nanny

Santa Cruz, CA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am currently nannying from 8-4 during the week but am available nights and weekends! I have been nannying/caregiving since I was 10 years old. I love doing activities outside and am an athlete. I have my own car, a clean driving record, and can help with carpooling/running errands. I can also help with cleaning, laundry, and...
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Oona B.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Transportation
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi there, my name is Oona! Although I do not have extensive elder experience, I took care of my mother at the end of her life. This included: errands, Dr. appointments, med management, cleaning house, etc. I also have extensive customer service experience and work well with all people - diversity of ages, abilities - lack of...
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Samantha S.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I recently moved to San Francisco from Santa Cruz after completing my bachelors degree at UCSC in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. I love going on hikes, playing guitar and doing doing crafts! I am the oldest child out of 12 cousins and 2 siblings so I have spent a lot of my life around children and helping to care for...
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Kenzie S.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. For the past year, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens. I find immense satisfaction in fostering their growth and development. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. I strive to be fun and...
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Colette P.

Experienced And Reliable Nanny Available!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
Hi there! My name is Colette, and I recently graduated from Arizona State University. With over 10 years of babysitting experience, I've had the opportunity to care for children of all ages, from infants just a few months old to teenagers. I'm responsible, attentive, and always prioritize your child's safety and happiness. I'm...
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Nyah Y.

Friendly And Personable Caregiver

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Nyah! I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified and I have spent the last 4 years as a full time caregiver. I am a very loving, gentle, and warm person and I am currently looking for a position caring for someone that I can really bond with. I have experience caring for adults on the autism spectrum and elderly care....
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.19/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 5.0

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA

Errand Runners in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners

Mimi L.

Mimi was very communicative and accommodating to our animals, one dog and one cat. She cared for them for four days. They were cared for as...

- Richard M.

Judy S.

If you are considering Judy as a nanny/sitter she is an excellent choice because: - She is bilingual - speaks both English and Spanish. -...

- Jessica G.

Jocelyn F.

Jocelyn has been an incredible full time nanny for our now 1.5 yo for the past year. She's calm, patient, fun, and very loving. Our daughter...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Santa Cruz

Hiring an errand runner in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $22.19 per hour as of November 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 Santa Cruz, CA. There are currently 26 errand runners in Santa Cruz. 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz. 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 Santa Cruz, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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