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Mirriam M.

Housekeeper

Short Hills, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
refrigerator cleaning
bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
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I have over 5 years of experience working as a nanny and house keeper I can drive. I am organized, a self starter, loyal, dependable, hard working and take what I do very seriously. I can cook healthy meals, run errands etc.
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Mirriam M.

Nanny/ House Manager

Short Hills, NJ

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
I have over 5 years of experience with infants and toddlers. Ages 6 months up to 8 years old. I enjoy working with children, creating and discovering their world, how things worth through play , reading etc. I have had some experience working as a pre school teacher. I can drive. I am organized, a self starter, loyal,...
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Charmaine B.

Fun, Creative, And Gets The Job Done Right!

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Charmaine . I am formally a 3rd grade teacher and previously worked in Early Childhood Education. I have over 10 years in childcare and have developed many skills over this time. I am comfortable with light housekeeping, assisting with homework and online learning, running errands and grocery shopping. Others...

John K. says "Absolutely wonderful - a natural with children. Warm, punctual and engaged. Would absolutely rehire!"

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Elsa M.

Professional Cleaner /organizer

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
window washing
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello. I'm Elsa. I have 20 years of experience in cleaning and organizing, I can organize kitchens, garages, pantries, closets, do laundry, run errands, whatever you may need done, I just moved to Jersey from Florida, have great references from my clients back in Florida that I worked for 20 years. I speak English, Portuguese...

Patricia K. says "Elsa is a gem! She's meticulous and efficient in her cleaning skills. She always arrive with a smile on her face ready to get the job done. I highly...

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Donna S.

I Am Available For Senior Care/ Looking For Part time Long Term Steady Work.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
light cleaning
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Hi I'm Donna, I have over 15 years experience taking care of the elderly. I have done anything from companionship to cooking & light clean ups such as washing dishes and laundry. Also I have run errands including food shopping, post office and various places for their daily personal needs I also have experience caring for...

Care Member says "Donna is the absolute best and has been like a member of the family. Donna is willing to help in any way that’s asked of her, and she proactively thinks...

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Gloria P.

Part-Time Home Health Aide With 6 Years Of Experience And A Background Check Available Upon Request

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
transportation
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a caring, compassionate, home care provider with 15+ years of experience working with elderly people. I treat all clients with respect, sympathy and empathy. I am honest, gentle and dependable. certified home health aide and having my own transportation, I can do everything from helping with bathing and personal care...

Monica N. says "Gloria is highly dependable, compassionate and professional. She cared for my mom daily for several years up until her recent passing. We trusted Gloria...

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Nana K.

Livingston, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
I have worked as a caregiver/companion since 2008. My main job responsibilities were - running errands, meal preparation, grocery shopping, making appointments, transportation, assisting with daily activities.

Gloria W. says "She's wonderful....competent, patient, reliable. Feel very fortunate to have found her."

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Theo T.

Cranford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated nanny looking for a part-time position, ideally between 5-15 hours per week. Morning only and within 5 miles of Cranford. I bring over 10 years of full-time nanny experience and have worked with children ranging from 2 months to 16 years old....

Rebecca G. says "Theo is patient and kind and genuinely loves working with babies and children. She is communicative and always accessible and very dependable. She is...

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Pauline R.

Companion

East Orange, NJ

3.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
personal care
I run errands for the elderly. I also work as a part-time nurse's aide with sick people.

Cathy C. says "Just telephone interview was made; not enough experience."

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Joyce B.

Full-Time Or Live In/Out Care Giver

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I've been taking care of seniors for 17 years now and I love what I do. I am caring, dependable and have compassion. I have my own car and a valid license. My daily routine is helping my clients getting dress, preparing meals, showering, light house keeping, a. m/p. m care, I help with taking my clients to their doctors...

Care Member says "She worked for my mother for many years, and was the best care giver n and then she worked for my boyfriend for many years till they both passed away"

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Pamela E.

Newark, NJ

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a certified patient care technician/home health aide with more than 2 1/2 yrs of employment experience with excellent communications skills, providing exceptional in-home care and support to clients with a range of illnesses and other challenges. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to light housekeeping,...

Care Member says "In my experience with Pamela, I found her to be pleasant, punctual, knowledgeable and eager to assist. She can be trusted. "

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Roseanne A.

Part Time Childcare Help

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I can help you with pick up, drop-offs within Caldwell, Roseland, and Essex Fells. I work until 3-ish so I am unable to travel to towns that are further away. I can run your errands and do food shopping too. I respond to everyone that sends me a message even if I am unavailable to help, as a common courtesy. I have two teenage...

Lindsay M. says "Roseann was a wonderful babysitter for my 16 month old! We will 100% be asking her to come back again soon! Next date night!"

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Lorraine D.

Happy To Help

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Organization
changing bed linens
Reliable, positive and experienced mother of two grown boys who knows what it takes to run a smooth household-Running errands, organizing and caring for the children. Let me help so you can enjoy your free time with loved ones and be worry free when it comes to getting those daunting everyday chores accomplished. I also have...

Care Member says "Lorraine has been a great help to our family. She is a wonderful person and someone we have come to rely on. She helps us in the morning getting the...

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Kerry W.

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
License Nursing assistant for over 13 years passionate about my work . Provide round the clock service. Prepare healthy meals. Assist with daily activities. Run errands Accompany. clients to doctors appointment Medication reminder

Care Member says "She very friendly, knowledgeable and understanding. Very dedicated to her job. "

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Marilyn R.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my greatest passion. With 8 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. As a compassionate and patient caregiver, I provide transportation, run errands, assist with personal care, light housekeeping, and prepare meals. I also...

Care Member says "I hired Maddie after she finished working for a family (see other review) Maddie cared for my Aunt for the last two years. Maddie is punctual,...

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Donnadeen H.

Certified Care Giver Available For Live In/out Positions. Available To Drive Client And Run Errands

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
respite care
I have worked as companion for the elderly some with but not limited to various stages of Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular and Respiratory illnesses, providing Range of Motion, Activities of Daily Living(ADLS), doing vitals signs, housekeeping and meal preparation for the clients. I have also...

Joanne M. says "Provides excellent, professional and loving care for my elderly aunt. I think she is one of the best you will be able to find. I trust her completely."

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Jessica R.

I Am Able To Watch Your Child Whenever It Is Convenient For You I Love Working With Children.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Jess I am a 23-year-old nursing student. I have plenty of babysitting experience I have babysat for kids ages 4-10 and willing to work with any age. I am willing to help run any errands necessary. I've held a steady job for 6 years and handle responsibility very well. Please don't hesitate to contact me and I will...

Maria-elena V. says "My family decided to hire Ms. Jessica as a Nanny/babysitter based on her professionalism, eagerness and previous work experience. Thus far, she has...

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Katera P.

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a big sister of two younger brothers and a younger sister, I've learned the responsibilities of handling children at a young age. I'm mature, reliable, and punctual. I take initiative and take charge but still create a fun environment for kids. I have worked privately with multiple families over the years as a...

Danielle W. says "Katera helped watch our 2 boys on New Year's. She was prompt, very responsible and the kids warmed up to her quickly. Absolutely would hire again!"

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Addy A.

Full Time Care Giver

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Addy, a good listener who genuinely care about others. I am empathetic, calm, patient and very compassionate when caring for people. Both my grandmother and my mother are nurses and growing up in that environment, seeing how much they love what they do everyday, inspired and motivated me to become a highly...

Care Member says "Addy was reliable and on time. She gave great care to my mother. She was gentle and compassionate. My mother liked her because she was kind to her. "

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Cathy M.

Sweet, Responsible, Experienced Driving Child Care Provider Seeking F/t/ Position

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I love children & engaging in activities that we both can learn from. I have experience taking care of kids from newborn up to the teenage years. I love to be involved in any way I can, whether it be running errands for the parents, carpooling, home organizing, activities, etc. I graduated from Caldwell University with a...

Kimi L. says "Cathy was amazing. She took care of our 5 kids for years. She was super organized and went way beyond the call of duty. She helped manage my whole house. We...

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  • 60 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Short Hills, NJ

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

Charmaine B.

Absolutely wonderful - a natural with children. Warm, punctual and engaged. Would absolutely rehire!

- John K.

Elsa M.

Elsa is a gem! She's meticulous and efficient in her cleaning skills. She always arrive with a smile on her face ready to get the job done....

- Patricia K.

Donna S.

Donna is the absolute best and has been like a member of the family. Donna is willing to help in any way that’s asked of her, and she...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Short Hills

Hiring an errand runner in Short Hills, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Short Hills, NJ. There are currently 2 errand runners in Short Hills. 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 Short Hills 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 Short Hills. 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 Short Hills, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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