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I am an entertaining and outgoing person who loves to hang out and take care of kids. I have babysat for several families over the past four years and love every second! Available whenever you need, even last minute! I can help with the up-keeping of your home and also don't mind running errands or taking the kids wherever they...
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"Kaylee did an incredible job with my son. She is organized, task oriented and has a very positive demeanor. I look forward to working with her again and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for...
Reviewed by Matthew C.
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I have cared for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and fish. I have experience administering insulin shots to cats, running errands, cleaning litter boxes, light housekeeping, etc. I can spend quality time overnight with your animal friends if needed and am happy to keep you posted on how they are...
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"Leslie stayed at our home and took care of our older dog. Everything was perfect when we returned home and our dog adores her! I would highly recommend Leslie for overnight pet sitting."
Reviewed by Christine H.
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Hi everyone!
My name is Camille. I currently teach special ed full time, working with students in grades 5th-8th. I am the oldest (have three siblings) and have been a major help to my mom. In college and high school I worked at daycares so I have lots of experience with children ages 1-14! I can assist kiddos with homework...
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"Camille took excellent care of our 3.5 year old. She is caring, kind, extremely reliable and dependable! We miss her and would hire her again in a heartbeat should we have need again."
Reviewed by Lauren B.
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Hi there! My name is Katie and I love working with kiddos. My initial career choice was to become a teacher, but I ultimately ended up choosing music business instead. I would love to help with whatever you need help with (errands, pick up, drop off, housekeeping, etc). I have roughly 3 years of experience: my most recent being...
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"Katie was a great caretaker for my two year old son. She is vaccinated, has a car, and is very communicative. She was very gentle, patient, and thoughtful with my son and enjoyed spending time with him. Katie...
Reviewed by Nicole L.
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I am a professional classically-trained chef/house manager that is available to prepare meals, run errands, and help out with tasks that you may not have the time to do. I have worked with children in elementary, middle, and high school teaching Culinary Arts, have managed a staff of 145, worked with timelines and deadlines and...
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"Roddy has been an incredible addition to our family. We have 3 older kids - 12, 14 and 16 so we don't need a traditional babysitter but we do need an adult in the house, driving help and meal support. Roddy...
Reviewed by Polly M.
Molly W.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'm an enthusiastic and positive Boston College student with 4 years of experience with kids ages 3-15 at summer camps and babysitting. I'm easygoing and can make anything fun, so I'm willing to run errands or take care of other responsibilities with kids tagging along. Otherwise, I like to do crafts, go outside, and play games.
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"Molly has babysat/nannied for my youngest son (now 7.5) for over 2yrs. She is a self starter, decisive, responsible, bright, and fun. She executed meal prep, baths, bedtimes, and driving, with ease and...
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Shaunakay D.
Dorchester, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Professional Home Health Aide/CNA with over 2 years of experience assisting patients with daily living and personal care services. Physically strong, with high level of patience and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, clear understanding of best practices in home health care, and knowledge of basic medical...
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"Shauna is very professional and reliable. She did a wonderful job with my grandmother, it has been an honor to work with her."
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I'm an empty-nester with two grown daughters and was a stay at home mom and loved it. I am looking forward to becoming a grandmother in the future but enjoy being around children as I miss it. I have been an occasional babysitter for various families after school and evenings. Last year, I took care of a 10-month-old boy twice a...
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"Linda has been an amazing first babysitter for our son! She is loving, proactive, and brings fun ideas for our baby and family every time she is here. Last time she even brought books she had rented from the...
Reviewed by Katie A.
Lisa S.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a mother of three children ages 18, 12 and 10. I am a social worker with a master's degree. I love to take care of children. I am not ready to go back to work full time, so I have found that child care has been a great compromise. I am especially interested in daytime hours, which is perfect for the mom who wants to get her...
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"Lisa was wonderful with taking care of my daughter one afternoon when I was in a real jam. My daughter spent a few hours with her and I felt completely confident because Lisa has experience. She was also very...
Reviewed by Danica M.
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My name is Gerline. I love working with children. Their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible, dependable, but also fun and energetic. I am originally from Haiti where I grew up.
I studied Early Childhood Education as part of my University Education in Haiti and have an...
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"Gerline is an outstanding nanny & educator who can handle anything and anyone coming her way. She is unflappable in the face of a tantrum child, and perfectly balanced between being playful and authoritative....
Reviewed by Victoria D.
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Hi! I am a student from Newton currently going into my fourth year at McGill University, and am spending my third summer on island. I have experience nannying and in childcare at two private Montessori schools in Newton, in addition to being a nanny on island for three families in the past years. I am a very creative, outgoing,...
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"Ariana is the kindest, most reliable, most fun babysitter ever! She is constantly thinking up fabulous activities for our 2.5 year old daughter. She is super relaxed and meshed seamlessly into our family in no...
Reviewed by Risa N.
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My name is Sylvia am 35 years, am a mother of three beautiful children I leave in Waltham. Am a certified home health aide with an experience of 6years I love working with seniors. Having brought up by my grandmother mother for the rest of my life I got too much experience and love for the seniors. Having worked with them...
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"She's very Hard working, presentable, respectful, reliable and very easy to work with."
Reviewed by Lillian N.
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I provide pet and home sitting. I love playing with all pets, especially dogs and cats! I have three cats of my own and grew up with pets ranging from dogs to hamsters and fish. I enjoy going for walks and being outdoors.
I also have my own car so I can easily get around, I can run errands or take your pets for check ups/ vet...
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"I hired Amanda to take care of my dog and two cats at my home for the weekend. She was great, I received updates that included pictures and videos of my fur babies that I appreciated greatly. When I returned...
Reviewed by Alana W.
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I am an outgoing, kind, college educated, child loving woman who is looking for both a full-time position as well as to pick up extra hours here and there. I am looking for a full-time position at this time. Should you hire me I would love to do crafts, play games, cook/bake, take the kids to the park (with your permission of...
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"Caylee was great with my almost one year old daughter! She was 5 minutes early, even in bad weather which can make Houston traffic crazy! She is responsible and dependable."
Reviewed by Jayne M.
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Hello, my name is Susan. I am a companion/homemaker and PCA. I will also run errands and light meal prep. I'm kind, caring and compassionate. I have done house cleaning in the past and I can also do some dog walking. I can provide references upon request.
The point of my position is to help your loved one remain in their home...
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"Susan is pleasant and dependable. She has a great attitude and helps my parents with a whole host of stuff they are no longer able to do."
Reviewed by Denise M.
Yanique B.
Chestnut Hill, MA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...
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I have 30yrs+ Experience in Child Care Provider/Nanny / Babysitter/Running errands who is CPR/FIRST AIDE CERTIFICATED and was previously a PCA who worked with the elderly as well. But I found I enjoy being active, so taking care of infants and toddlers, and children of various ages playing games at the beach/pool, park, walks...
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"Isabel was awesome. She contacted me many days ahead to confirm her time/day with me. We spoke about Aida’s schedule and needs. She sent me pictures all day long to help put me at ease and reassure me that Aïda...
Reviewed by Care member
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Hello, My name is Julisa and I am 33 years old. I have a variety of experience ranging from daycare centers, after-school programs and high school dorms. I've also nannied for several families, individual as well as nanny shares. I currently work as a co-teacher in a kindergarten class. I feel comfortable working with 2-3...
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"Julisa is amazing with my five month old. She always arrives at work with projects in mind to do with him. My son loves being with her and gives her a big smile every time he sees her. When you're a working mom...
Reviewed by Hayley B.
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Hello, My name is Jayme and I am looking for a part-time summer babysitting or tutoring job. I am fully vaccinated. I currently work as a 2nd grade teacher at a charter school in Somerville. In the past, I worked for two years as a special education associate teacher grades 1-3. I have also worked as an instructional aide in a...
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My Dad used to say to tell me that helping others brings a reward for everyone involved. I enjoy dedicating time to make other's lives easier, whether that means picking up groceries or delivering a meal!
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Recent errand runner reviews in Somerville, MA
Kaylee A.
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Kaylee did an incredible job with my son. She is organized, task oriented and has a very positive demeanor. I look forward to working with her again and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for child care assistance.
- Matthew C.
Lesley F.
5.0
Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat was *much* less stressed when I arrived home than she has been after weekends with other sitters in the past, and it was great for my stress level...
- Jessica H.
Camille S.
5.0
Camille took excellent care of our 3.5 year old. She is caring, kind, extremely reliable and dependable! We miss her and would hire her again in a heartbeat should we have need again.
- Lauren B.
Katie H.
5.0
Katie was a great caretaker for my two year old son. She is vaccinated, has a car, and is very communicative. She was very gentle, patient, and thoughtful with my son and enjoyed spending time with him. Katie is a great person all around!
- Nicole L.
Roddy P.
5.0
Roddy has been an incredible addition to our family. We have 3 older kids - 12, 14 and 16 so we don't need a traditional babysitter but we do need an adult in the house, driving help and meal support. Roddy has been the perfect solution. He's a personal chef and his food is delicious. He does...
- Polly M.
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Somerville
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Somerville, MA?
Hiring an errand runner in Somerville, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.88 per hour as of June 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 Somerville, MA?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Somerville, MA. There are currently 8 errand runners in Somerville. 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 Somerville who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Somerville?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Somerville. 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 Somerville, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.