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Mckenzie N.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is McKenzie and I'm looking forward to being your new errand runner! I currently work an 8-5 job but happy to come help run errands like grocery shopping, running to the post office, pick up/drop off to kids activities! Please don't hesitate to reach out!
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Gillian M.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
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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West Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
Let me help you reset your space. I can run errands, clean the kitchen and living room and make life just a little bit easier. Have cleaned homes and specialized in move out rentals.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$25/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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$13/hr
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
respite care
transportation
+ 1 more
I am a teacher and have several years of experience taking care of my parents as they age. I feel comfortable working as a companion, as well as basic meal prep, help with the bathroom, mobility, as well as running errands. I am able to do light housekeeping as well. I cannot be in a home with pets as I have allergies.
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Household Manager

West Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
I have over 10+ years experience as a household manager. My tasks included laundry, dishes, light cleaning, food prep, grocery shopping, running errands, placing online orders, mail prep (Christmas cards), gift wrapping, organizing and keeping household item inventory. I love a task list and getting my work done in a timely and...
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Senior Care

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting. Currently I am a stay at home mom to a 4-month-old! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands, cleaning, cooking, paying bills, meal prep, laundry and many...
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Erin O.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. I'm a compassionate caregiver with a year of experience supporting adults and seniors. My goal is to promote their well-being and independence. I'm patient, friendly, and skilled at creating a comfortable environment for those in my care. I adapt to changing routines,...
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Part Time Babysitter Or Tutor

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 29 years old and currently working as an independent nail technician, but I'm looking to take on a flexible side job. I'm a mom to a sweet2-year-old and have over seven years of experience as a personal assistant, where I handled tasks like scheduling, errands, cleaning, cooking, paying bills, laundry, and more. I offer...
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Erin O.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$14/hr
Grocery shopping
I'm a dependable and organized person with over 30 years of real-life experience managing a busy household and raising a family, along with experience as a personal shopper. I understand how much of a difference it makes to have help with everyday tasks, especially when life gets hectic. I'm happy to assist with errands and...
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Personal Assistant

Clive, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
I enjoy making people's lives easier. I can provide everything from household management to companionship. Areas of interest: running errands, laundry, meal preparation, medication management, light housekeeping, transportation, and household organization. I am a former dietitian and worked in the healthcare industry for 15...
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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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Caitlin K.'s Photo

Clive, IA

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$20/hr
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
organization
looking for a side personal assistant job!! can help with any side needs that you don't have time for! things to help take stress off your hands! I love to organize, clean, help plan or run errands, etc! let me know
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Clive, IA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
I have a degree in nutrition and a masters in business administration. I worked full-time in the healthcare industry for over 15 years and then transitioned to being a stay-at-home mom. All of my children are now school aged so I am looking for a position that allows me to help other families while continuing to maintain a...
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Personal Assistant

Grimes, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
meal prep
Personal Assistant Services by Jen Reliable | Efficient | Caring As a dedicated personal assistant, I offer customized support to help simplify your daily life. Whether you're a busy professional, a parent juggling multiple responsibilities, or someone in need of a helping hand, I'm here to make your routine smoother and more...
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Grimes, IA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is what drives me. For the past five years, I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant, dedicated to supporting well-being and independence. My approach is patient, compassionate, and friendly, ensuring a comfortable environment for those in my care. I have experience...
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Errand Queen

Waukee, IA

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$15/hr
I love organization, and if I can help you stay organized in your life I would love to. I can run groceries, cook dinner, clean up house. I am very good at following directions. I currently have a full time job, my available days would be Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. I would provide my own transportation, but would require an...
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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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Michelle J.'s Photo

Waukee, IA

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$8/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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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Anna B.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
Bringing comfort and peace of mind to families is something I'm passionate about. I became a caregiver to support families and offer reliable care options. I have completed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) coursework, have my BLS Certification and have experience in respite care, which has prepared me to handle specialized...
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  • 35 errand runners are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.10/hr as of May 2026

FAQs for finding an errand runner in West Des Moines

Hiring an errand runner in West Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.10 per hour as of May 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 West Des Moines, IA. There are currently 10 errand runners in West Des Moines. 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 West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines. 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 West Des Moines, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.

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