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Nancy S.

Van Meter, IA

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$8/hr
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
I am a retired librarian living in Van Meter with my husband and elderly mother. I am looking to work not more than 10 hours a week. I would enjoy house cleaning, meal prep, running errands and providing general socialization for the elderly person in your life.
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Friendly And Patient Companion

Winterset, IA

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$8/hr
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
Charismatic individual who loves helping others. I am a foster mom in training and looking for some extra income part-time. I am patient and friendly. I do not have a lot of senior care experience, but Have worked in child care most of my life. I have my own transportation to help run errands and experience in kitchens to help...
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Waukee, IA

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$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I WILL BE UNAVAILABLE TO NANNY OR BABYSIT UNTIL FEBRUARY 2026 DUE TO A SHOULDER SURGERY!! Hi! My name is Brenna, and I'm 24 years old. My hobbies include reading books, cooking, and spending time with my husband and our dogs! I have over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages from 1 month to 12 years old. I've...

Kylie F. says "Brenna was our full-time summer nanny in 2022. Our kids are 7 and 9. She showed up everyday and gave us advance notice of the one time she needed to take...

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Part Time House Keeper/errands Runner

Urbandale, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Dusting
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi!! I'm Angelina, I have about 4 years of professional cleaning experience! I do normal house keeping, hoarding cleanups, organization help, and more! I am perfectly okay with furry friends in the home as well. I provide my own supplies as well as a carpet cleaner! Please reach out to me and let's schedule something!
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Errand Runner

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
I will run most errands, grocery shopping, etc. I will do most odd jobs, just ask. I have a large family so I am experienced in most tasks.
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Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
Respite care
light cleaning
transportation
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I am looking to make an extra $200 a month, providing a variety of services at your home including, house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide...
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Whitney's Bio

Urbandale, IA

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Whitney. I will graduate from Wheaton College in May and am looking to care for your family! I am a warm, people-oriented person, and I love children! I have 7 years of childcare experience (including with triplets!) and am comfortable working with children from newborn to 13 years of age. I love coming up with creative...
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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
Making a difference in people's lives is my greatest reward. With 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I'm passionate about supporting adults and seniors, ensuring their well-being and independence. My college education complements my hands-on expertise. I provide transportation, run errands, assist with...
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Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am looking to earn extra providing a variety of services at your home including: house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide this service every...
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Des Moines, IA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
Bringing comfort and support to adults and seniors is my calling. My five years of experience have solidified my passion for helping others maintain their independence and well-being. In previous roles, I've found immense satisfaction in making a positive impact on people's lives. I'm patient, calm, compassionate, and friendly....
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Looking For Part-time Weekend Work

Norwalk, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
As a caregiver, I completed various tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and running errands like groceries and picking up pharmacy prescriptions, as well as taking laundry to the laundromat.
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Errands/Personal Shopper

Johnston, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
After being a stay at home mom for 12 years, I worked for 2 years in special education, and the last 3 years providing Medicaid CDAC work, home health aide work, and hospice care. I love working with all types of individuals and highly value their personal needs whether it is companionship, transportation, house keeping,...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
Transportation
errands
respite care
dementia
meal prep
Hello! I'm Heather. I'm looking to provide in-home care for seniors. I am reliable and dependable. I have a car and am willing to run errands or transport. I'm willing to administer medication, if needed. Please reach out with questions!
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I've been providing house management services such as meal preparation, bill pay, light daily cleaning, running errands, laundry, and much more. I've been providing these services for approximately 20 plus years.
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Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am very organized and enjoy working with a variety of families. I am open to running errands and grocery shopping, I am reliable and enjoy helping others as needed
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Carrer Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$24/hr
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
So my experience with caregiving and household management has been across-the-board, mainly for children. In my more recent years now being in my 30s, I realize how much I crave adult interaction and being able to help an adult in need. My experience has been everything from meal, prep, laundry, errands running, dishes,...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Ashley. I have 10 years of experience in nanny care and household management. My duties at my previous positions have included; running errands, grocery shopping, washing dishes, laundry, light cleaning, meal preparation, and home organization.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is, Megan, and I am a 26-year-old located in West Des Moines. I have 10+ years of childcare experience, ranging from daycare, private nannying, naval base childcare, etc.. I have a degree in Social Work from UNI, and after much trial and error have found myself back working with kids at Summit Middle...
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Waukee, IA

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$8/hr
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years, working with children and adults. I have performed tasks such as meal prep, light housekeeping, hygiene, help with getting dressed, and running errands.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
Available for home cleaning and organization, meal prepping and cooking, and running errands or general transportation. Happy to keep elderly, disabled, or ill clients company.
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  • 40 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $8.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Van Meter

Hiring an errand runner in Van Meter, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $8.00 per hour as of January 2026. 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 Van Meter, IA. There are currently 1 errand runners in Van Meter. 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 Van Meter 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 Van Meter. 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 Van Meter, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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