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Alyssa K.

Home Health Aide

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
In 2018, I worked as a home health aide, I won't mention because I don't want to slander a place that may have improved. I have previous experience helping elderly. Primarily helping them move around, clean their house, run their errands. While I was and am capable of helping more, the people I cared for didn't need the extra...
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Errand Runner

Valparaiso, IN

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$12/hr
4 years experience
I have picked up odds and ends jobs since my son was born. While I had a primary job, I have house sat; I've run errands for elderly. I also do Doordash so my communication skills are great especially if I'm unable to find or do something that is needed.
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Valparaiso, IN

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Jasmine, I'm 19 years old. I'm here to help with everyday tasks like waiting for deliveries, dropping off laundry, taking cars for maintenance, running errands, shopping, house sitting, and more. I have my own transportation and I'm comfortable with pets. I'm responsible, detail-oriented, and always on time. Let me know...
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Comforting Person

Valparaiso, IN

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Personal care
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a compassionate, caring, honest person who has always had the love for helping families with their loved ones. I started helping families with loved ones in 2020. My experience is with dementia, companionship, , etc. For many years, I've helped families with cleaning their homes, running errand, doctor appointments & social...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$14/hr
3 years experience
I have a few years of experience babysitting kids in my neighborhood and younger cousins from as little as babies to as old as middle school. I'm comfortable doing chores around the house, running errands if needed, and I have my own vehicle if the kids are needing rides. A little bit about me, I attend school at Indiana...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm Autumn and I'm a responsible, caring college student with a passion for working with young children. I have hands-on experience caring for children from newborn through toddler age, and I truly enjoy supporting their development. I've also assisted families in babysitting their elementary aged school children. I'm also...
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Tayler

Valparaiso, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Tayler. I'm 38 years old. I live in Valparaiso, Indiana with my husband and two dogs. I enjoying crafting, seeing live music, and spending time outdoors. Education background: - Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education obtained from Purdue University in 2014. - Master's Degree in Special Education obtained...
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Valparaiso, IN

1.5(0)
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$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Transportation
errands
visiting physician
light cleaning
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello! I am available for full-time or part-time caregiver. I am a resident of Valparaiso. Some facts about myself: CPR/first-aid knowledgeable, current card, excellent driving record and insurance. I consider myself to be a punctual, honest, and reliable person. My hours are flexible to accommodate your needs. My past work...
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Health-Conscious, Creative, Fun-Loving Nurturer

Valparaiso, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 4 wonderful children of my own that are all currently in school. I have been on the opposite side of this situation and have had positions which required me to find exemplary nannies to care for my own children so that I could go to work to provide for them with the confidence that they were safe and thriving in the...
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Gofer - Personal Assistant

Valparaiso, IN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Mother of 4, grandmother of 5, soon to be 6. I've spent my children's elementary years as room mom, planning parties, working events at the school, and doing market day. I also worked in the cafes and worked as a crossing guard for 3 yrs. I enjoy going to the park with the grand kids, the zoo, riding bikes and the beach, or my...

Angie-

Valparaiso, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Respite care
I have a Master's in Social Work and spent 13 years working with children and families in Chicago. After my second child was born, we moved to Valparaiso and I chose to do volunteer work and focus on raising our children. With one child off to college this fall, one the other in high school, I am seeking a part time job doing...
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Valparaiso, IN

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$13/hr
1 year experience
I would be willingly to do any of the selected job types! I am open to really anything, I do have a car to run things places or pick/drop off errands!
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Home Health Aide

Lake Station, IN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
General room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for 6 yrs. I have been caring for a sweet lady who is 102 and bed bound for the last 5 yrs.... I have worked with some clients that have a little Alzheimer's.... dementia.... sun-downers..... I do personal/companion care.... I will run errands... Dr appointments.... house cleaning.... I really love what I...
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Michigan City, IN

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi my name is Hailey. I have 9 years of experience, and experience taking care of a child with special needs. I can help around the house, running errands, carpooling, and homework.

Tom P. says "Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly...

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Housekeeper/Organizing Specialist/House Manager

Crown Point, IN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
General room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I am seeking employment ASAP. I recently (until 2/17/14) worked as a house manager/housekeeper/nanny for a family in our local country club/private residence. Due to a bitter divorce situation, my position was eliminated. I do however have an excellent referral and reference from them for my future employers. I do most anything...
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Pet Care/ House Sitting/Child Care

Kouts, IN

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Homemaker and mother of 4 children, a dog and a cat. Love them all :) I have references and am very reliable, kind and trustworthy. Childcare available. I was a head start teacher in Minnesota and had my own child care. Services for pets provided may include walks, feeding, playing and cleaning up after pets. Bringing in the...

Care Member says "Dawn is amazing! She is very thorough with cleaning, punctual, and a great communicator. 5 stars!"

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Tell Me How I Can Help You

La Porte, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am the mother of 5 adult children, 2 boys of my own and 3 stepchildren. I raised my two boys on my own for 10 years before I remarried. I have 5 grandchild. I spent 18+ years in childcare/preschool working with infants to age 5 as a head teacher. I am CNA trained and spent 12 years working with seniors before returning to...

Denise S. says "I interviewed Jenny and she was absolutely amazing! First, she was on time and even early for her interview! She had a happy and positive attitude and she...

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Creative Attentive Caring Individual

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Diana and I would love to be your next nanny. A little bit about me is I love working with people, always have. I grew up babysitting and always loved working with kids of all ages. I have babysat from infant age and up. I am not CPR certified but before anything would start I would have that training done. I do...

Lisa B. says "Diana is a hardworking and honest person. She is also caring and very creative."

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Caregiver

Lake Station, IN

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I have been a caregiver for about 10 yrs now... I use to work for an agency for about 7 yrs after my last client who I cared for for about 5 yrs passed away I than went out on my own.... currently I care for two women who have dementia... I also just do showers.... I will run any errands that are needed cook meals do some...

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  • 42 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 3.0

Recent errand runner reviews from local parents in Valparaiso, IN

Errand Runners in Valparaiso, IN are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 42 listed errand runners

Hailey P.

Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my...

- Tom P.

Dawn E.

Dawn is amazing! She is very thorough with cleaning, punctual, and a great communicator. 5 stars!

- Care member

Jennifer H.

I interviewed Jenny and she was absolutely amazing! First, she was on time and even early for her interview! She had a happy and positive...

- Denise S.

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Valparaiso

Hiring an errand runner in Valparaiso, IN on Care.com will cost an average of $14.00 per hour as of June 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 Valparaiso, IN. There are currently 13 errand runners in Valparaiso. 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 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso. 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 Valparaiso, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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