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44 errand runners are listed in Des Moines, IA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby errand runners is 3 years

Errand runners in Des Moines, IA

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Dana A.


Des Moines, IA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver who is patient, fun loving, and reliable. I cook, clean/organize, run errands, and love animals! I have references and you can find feedback from other families on my profile. My goal is to make a difference by working together with the families that I serve. Providing quality care...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Very responsive, reliable and professional"

Greg V.

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Sheryl Y.


Des Moines, IA

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...
Sheryl can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She really cares about the kiddos and is always willing to lend a helping hand! My kids love her! "

Care member

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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Mary L.


Des Moines, IA

$15-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Senior Care, Errands, Transportation Assistance, Light House Keeping

I provide light senior care assistance that includes companionship and social interaction, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping/errands services, and transportation to and from appointments.
Mary can also help with: Personal care, respite care
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Helen R.


Des Moines, IA

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Love Helping Families Stay Organized!

Experience helping with day to day family life and all things that keep everyone busy! Love running errands and organizing the house
Helen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

I'm a mom and have worked in customer service and childcare all of my adult life, so running errands and taking care of my home come easily. Reliability, punctuality and being detailed are important.
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Samantha H.


Des Moines, IA

$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a single mom, looking for some extra income. I am available to help with any house cleaning, organizing, running errands, or even just helping you with daily routines. Non smoker, have reliable vehicle
Samantha can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning
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Arianna S.


Des Moines, IA

$15-26/hr • 2 yrs exp

I've cared for a family with 2 children for about 3 years. I've taken them to parks, water parks, etc. I also did some light house work for the parents such as clean, do laundry, prep meals, and run errands.
Arianna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

I am compassionate with a nurturing spirit and a belief that all people have unique needs. I enjoy spending time with seniors. Having conversations, playing games, reading, running errands, crafts, encouraging exercise and healthy habits, cooking, and light housework are some ways I can help and connect. I have 3 children and...
Dana can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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Samantha H.


Des Moines, IA

$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a mother of 2 daughters, cancer survivor 2x, loves animals & kids. I am currently a caretaker to my mother, which includes taking her to appointments, or running her to store, or even me doing errands for her. I am available to help those that may need transportation, errands ran or even taking to the store etc.. I am a...
Samantha can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Samantha H.


Des Moines, IA

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Mom, Ready To Help Your Family

I am a mother of 2 daughters, a 2x cancer survivor, and have time to help your family. I previously had my own licensed in home childcare and decided to close it. I miss being around kids and decided to apply for a nanny or just helping one family. I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping,...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha H.


Des Moines, IA

$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a mother of 2 daughters, cancer survivor 2x, loves animals & kids. I am currently a caretaker to my mother, which includes taking her to appointments, or running her to store, or even me doing errands for her. I am available to help those that may need transportation, errands ran or even taking to the store etc.. I am a...
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Alexandra T.


Des Moines, IA

$24-34/hr

Carrer Caregiver

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,...
Alexandra can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Mollie K.


Des Moines, IA

$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part Time Baby Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love being outdoors, I love playing sports with children. I love arts and crafts and building and creating new things. I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I have experience in caring for children, assisting with homework, drop off and pick up from school and daycare. I am able to assist with meal preparations, laundry, housekeeping...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Grace R.


Ankeny, IA

$16/hr • 9 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hello, my name is Gracie! I have 9 years of experience and have worked with newborns to 9 years old. I am currently in nursing school and CPR certified. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, running errands, activities, and more! I will start school at the start of March and end at the start of May but I will have...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gracie was hired very short notice but was very loving and open to anything. She took great care of our kids and they loved her. I would hire her again"

Regan P.

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Carli U.


Ankeny, IA

$11-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Errand Runner!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you super busy and need some help with a few errands being ran? Please reach out and I would love to chat and help you!(:
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Angelina N.


Urbandale, IA

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time House Keeper/errands Runner

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!
Angelina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
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Angelina N.


Urbandale, IA

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Need A Pet Sitter, Need Someone To Run Errands, Give You A Ride Or More?

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Angelina. I have 3 years of experience helping family members and friends with all sorts of task. Such as, drop in pet sitting (I love animals including farm animals!), cleaning, hoarding clean out, move out/move in clean, and more!
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Jenna M.


Ankeny, IA

$18-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Looking for a family to nanny for full-time over the summer (June - August). I am 22 years old, currently attending Grand View University for psychology and working at an elementary school as an associate. Certifications include CPR and CNA, and I have my own car. Pet-friendly!! I enjoy spending time outside, staying active,...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Mallory F.


Ankeny, IA

$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Or Tutor

Hi! I am 27 years old and looking for a side job. I have an associates degree in accounting, and am currently going back to school 3 days a week to be a nail technician! I have a baby who will be 1 in April! I have seven years of experience as a personal assistant with daily tasks ranging from scheduling appts, running errands,...
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent errand runner reviews in Des Moines, IA

Dana A.

5.0

Very responsive, reliable and professional

- Greg V.

Sheryl Y.

5.0

Sheryl has helped to get our grandchild ready for school in the morning one day a week at this point. T can be a challenge at times. She has been able to redirect him as needed with minimal issues. I am happy we found her to help in the mornings I cannot be there. It gives me peace of mind...

- Care member

Grace R.

5.0

Gracie was hired very short notice but was very loving and open to anything. She took great care of our kids and they loved her. I would hire her again

- Regan P.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Errand Runners in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 44 listed errand runners.