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Pauline B.

Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 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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Heart Of Gold

Elizabeth, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced single young woman with a very flexible schedule who lives in Elizabeth. I am a loving person who is comfortable with pets, running errands and going to doctor appointments. I would treat your loved ones as if they were my own family.
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Loving And Active Sitter

Piscataway, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a BA Humanities in which I majored in English Literature and Psychology and currently studying a BS Communication Sciences and Disorders in hopes of one day becoming a Speech Therapist. I have a total of 8 years in the childcare and education field. I have experience with taking care of children from new born to 16 years...
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Errands & Odd Job

Piscataway, NJ

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$10/hr
Yes, I am trustworthy person. I can shop, cleaning homes and run specific errands. If you are need of special projects, please reach out to me.
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Part Time Helper For Most Of Your Daily

Fanwood, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi I have two school aged children (8th & 11th grade) leaving me plenty of free time to help out others! I enjoy spending time with kids as well as the elderly. Helping run errands, driving to appointments and organizing. I can also assist with food shopping and meal prep.
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Roselle, NJ

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$30/hr
1 year experience
My name is Kerri-Ann. I'm a college student majoring in clinical psychology with a concentration in child and adolescents. I'm currently an occasional nanny, assistant, and tutor. I'm open to different gigs such as house sitting, dog sitting, running errands, and being of assistance whenever I'm free. Helping out at doctor's...
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Part-time Babysitter

Clark, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I have babysat for a 4-year-old and 2-year-old for over two years along with a family of a 3-year-old with special needs and a 1-year-old. I have been a preschool teacher for about a year now as well. I love kids and enjoy taking care of them. I have a dependable vehicle and am willing to run errands, drive kids to school, etc....
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Senior Caregiver

Roselle, NJ

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
transportation
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently a residential counselor working at a group home. My clients include elders 65+ with schizophrenia, dementia & bipolar disorder. I provide counseling, medication monitoring, assist with laundry, cleaning, bathing, transportation to doctor appointments and grocery shopping, running errands, and helping clients...
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Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
Errands
meal prep
transportation
Hello. I have some experience as a companion for elderly family members. I can run errands and do some very light housekeeping, and meal prepping.
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Caregiver/Companion

Middlesex, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Ashley. I've been working with the elderly for over 9 years and I love it! I have worked in both nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private homes. I have experience with patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia, Parkinson, Stroke, etc. I can feed , run errands, manage medication,, housekeeping, meal...
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Dunellen, NJ

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$18/hr
I've been running errands and odd jobs within my babysitting experience throughout the years. I find it quite fun to do odd job tasks and I am always happy to help out people.
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Dunellen, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced Senior Caregiver with over 10 years in providing compassionate care to seniors. Proficient in assisting with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, and meal preparation tailored to dietary needs. Skilled in medication management and running errands to support clients' independence. Committed to maintaining a...
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Colonia, NJ

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
transportation
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as caring , trustworthy and kind I like caring for seniors because it gives me purpose and connection . I'm looking for a job that I enjoy doing , connecting with others , and caring for others In my spare time, I like to craft and spend time with my kids and family . My skills include meal...
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Kenilworth, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
I was a certified home health aid for 2yrs. I enjoy helping the elderly get back some of their independence by assisting in light housework, running errands and taking them to appointments.
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Iselin, NJ

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$15/hr
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
stay at home mom of three children, looking for extra income, willing to do whatever is needed! I was a caregiver to my grandmother for years. I also worked in a nursing home growing up. So am very knowledgeable. Even if it's just providing some companion care taking them to the park with me and my kids running errands for them...
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I Am Looking Housekeeper Part Time Job (2-3hours Daily)

Garwood, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
oven cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
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I have over 15 years of housekeeping experience. This includes change of bedding, ironing, running errands and other special requests as needed. I also specialize in house cleaning on regular basis.
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Errands and Odd jobs

Linden, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I will do/have done it all general errands, as a mother, grandmother, or nanny. I specialize in the minutia that keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes!
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Child Care Professional For Over 25 Years

Cranford, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I went to college & became a professional nanny & had a nannying job for 16 years. I did all sorts of tasks for them from running errands to dog training. Also, I was responsible for many other animals (rabbits, snakes, guinea pigs, and cats). While all kids were in school all day, I took on a second job with the YMCA...
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I Have Had Lots Of Experience With Helping Others And I Also Have Lots Of Experience With All Sorts Of Pets

Cranford, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I went to college & became a professional nanny & had that nannying job for 16 years. I did all sorts of tasks for them from running errands to dog training. While all kids were in school all day I took on a second job with the YMCA. After the nannying job, I started my own family & now have 4 kids from 12 years down to 3...
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Full Or Part Time

Elizabeth, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am compassionate with older adults, understanding, I like to talk to them and have them tell me about their lives. I can prepare meals, clean, bathe them. I took care of an older adult in a wheelchair, he had a crane. I can run errands. My English is basic I speak spanish, but understand English.
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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.83/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Scotch Plains

Hiring an errand runner in Scotch Plains, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $21.83 per hour as of August 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 Scotch Plains, NJ. There are currently 6 errand runners in Scotch Plains. 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 Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains. 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 Scotch Plains, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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