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Mary H.

Lifetime Babysitter

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
Errands
meal prep
transportation
I have spent my life in the DC area, babysitting kids of all ages running errands for families and carpooling. I have experience as a swim coach and swim instructor. I am looking for work this summer.
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
I provide car and can help any running errands or stay in your house while you're out. If you need someone to feed your pets, I can help you with that.
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Tizita E.'s Photo

Washington, DC

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I have solid experience with organizing, running errands, and household management. I'm very comfortable with pets and always honest, reliable, and punctual. I care about others and always do my best to make people happy.
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Clean And Organize With A Lot Of Joy! Definitely Love To Transform A Home!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
organization
Hello! I am a very understanding person who is trustworthy and compassionate towards anyone of any status or condition. I have more than 5 years of paid cleaning experience, running errands, and odd jobs. I can help with Kitchen Cleaning, Cabinet Cleaning, Laundry, Room Cleaning, Vacuuming, Organizing, Running Errands, Odd Jobs,...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a PhD student who is clean, reliable, and responsible. I am a non-smoker with my own transportation. I am comfortable with pets and children. I am willing to help with a variety of household tasks and run errands. I prefer a flexible schedule and am available after work hours on weekdays and am flexible on weekends.
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi - I'm available to help run errands on November and December. I'm very responsible, multitasker, great cooker, reliable driver, organized and clean - get along with pets and also have +10 years of experience taking care of children. Open for short terms and seasonal jobs - I have a car available.
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Personal Assistant Ready To Help

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I work part-time as a concierge in a luxury apartment building. I have assisted residents with various tasks throughout the years, from running errands to caring for furry friends, while the pet parents were away. I also assistanted with light cleaning, watering plants, bringing in mail/packages, baby-sitting, assisting elderly...
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Washington, DC

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$23/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hi! I'm a dependable, patient, and caring individual who enjoys helping seniors with day-to-day tasks. Whether it's running errands, providing transportation, preparing meals, or assisting with light housekeeping, I'm here to lend a hand and make things easier and more comfortable. I'm organized, respectful, and able to work...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Washington, DC

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Chrystabel. Caregiver with 1 year experience in home based care. Passionate about geriatric care. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support. I assist with personal hygiene, dressing, meal prep, eating, bathroom visits, medication schedule and exercise. I have a certificate in Gerontology. I am patient,...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
While I don't have any paid experience with senior care, I would be so happy to help others maintain or improve their quality of life by providing whatever service I can. I've helped grandparents, including a grandmother with dementia, and family members recovering from surgery by driving them to appointments, helping with...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a naturally compassionate and patient person who truly enjoys helping others feel safe, supported, and cared for. I have experience assisting with daily routines, offering companionship, and creating a calm, positive environment. I'm reliable, attentive to individual needs, and always treat others with respect and...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm your trusted partner in childcare and home management. With a heart full of love and a wealth of experience. Beyond childcare, I can assist with managing home tasks like running errands, organizing household inventory, scheduling maintenance, and meal prep. I'm punctual, responsible, and committed to making your life...
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Hard Working High Schooler

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Hi! My name is Catrina and I am a Sophomore in high school. I am more than willing to help with almost every odd job there is. I am very flexible when it comes to hours and can run errands when you need them done. Although I don't have a lot of experience, I run odd jobs for my family all the time and am a very dependable...
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Child Care - Fave!

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I am a very understanding person who is caring, trustworthy and compassionate towards kids and anyone of any status or condition. I have more than 5 years of experience as a babysitter. If it's a part of the job, I can help with Organizing, Running Errands, Making Travel Arrangements, Taking out the Trash, Taking Phone...
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Best Nanny

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I am currently 24 years old and have been working with children for the past 10 years. I am a very reliable, fun and patient person who has worked with children ages ranging from 3 months- 14 years. I am looking for a part time nannying position and am willing to do some light house work and run errands when needed. My...
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Young Professional

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a reliable, compassionate, and detail-oriented caregiver available for babysitting, running errands, and pet sitting. With a flexible schedule and a love for helping others, I strive to make life a little easier for busy families. I have experience caring for children of various ages, managing daily tasks efficiently,...
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Washington, DC

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Dunamis and I'm currently freshman at PGCC. I have been watching toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included helping around the house and sometimes tutoring. I also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands. I have been a caretaker for my...
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Senior Caregiver With Strong Educational Background & Reliable Transportation

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
With a robust educational background, including a Bachelor's in Biology and Physics and a Master's in Space Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins University, I bring a thoughtful and knowledgeable approach to caregiving. My expertise in life and physical sciences, as well as math, allows me to assist with a variety of cognitive...
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College Student Looking To Help!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Shelby and I would love to help out! I'm an experienced cleaner and organizer, run errands myself (so I'd say I'm a professional!), and would like to say I'm a good cook thanks to my Mother and Grandmother teaching me since I was a kid! I've worked in the food service and hospitality industry over the past three...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I have 10 plus years of experience teaching and nannying all ages of children and adults. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry, Pet Care, Child Care, or Running Errands. I have my undergrad degree in dance performance and my graduate degree in education. During Covid, I nannied full time for a 5-year-old doing...
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  • 81 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.44/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated errand runners is 5.0

FAQs for finding an errand runner in Washington

Hiring an errand runner in Washington, DC on Care.com will cost an average of $22.44 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 Washington, DC. There are currently 81 errand runners in Washington. 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 Washington 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 Washington. 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 Washington, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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