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36 errand runners are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 3 years
Errand runners in Des Moines, IA
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...
Hello! I am a college student at Iowa state university studying to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a lot of experience babysitting as it was my primary job growing up (5+ years). I am the oldest of 2 younger siblings and grew up with pets so I am pet friendly! I also have a car to run errands and carpool! I nanny...
Hunter P.
Altoona, IA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm extremely reliable, punctual and helpful. I'm almost 22 years old still trying to decide what I want to do career wise, I absolutely love helping people any chance I get! I grew up in a huge family and was the oldest child of my house, I would run errands for my mom, assisted her in her salon with light cleaning and...
Hello! I am looking to nanny for the summer of 2024 in Ankeny or surrounding areas. I am looking for a large and loving family to help make summer more easy and enjoyable. I enjoy exercising, being outside, reading, and spending time with my family. I am Red Cross lifeguard certified, as well as CPR and first-aid certified. I...
Lauren G.
Ankeny, IA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I grew up with a mother who does in-home daycare so I have been around kids my whole life and I enjoy helping her out as well. I have about 5 years of experience with nannying and babysitting during the summer. I come from a big family with lots of little cousins and even have a little brother so I have had lots of experience...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Debra M.
Grimes, IA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've run errands for many elderly men and women. My errands included grocery shopping, drop-offs at the post office, picking up medications, picking up meals, and more.
Grace R.
Ankeny, IA
$16/hr • 9 yrs exp
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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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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.
I have a degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services with a minor in History. I worked at a childcare center for three years in college, working with children ranging from six weeks through fifth grade. I love working with children and helping foster positive development! I am also comfortable with food preparation, light house...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Joseph J.
Urbandale, IA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've been working as a caregiver the past 3 years . I'm experienced in personal cares, light house keeping, running errands, driving to appointments, and companionship. I believe everyone should be treated with dignity and respect. I love taking care of and getting to know all of my clients.
Joseph can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Mary G.
Pleasant Hill, IA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Mary and I raised all my children and find myself having extra time on my hands that I would like to use to provide services for anyone that is in need of errand running. I'm fully vaccinated and eager to help!
Hey families! I'm Ethan and I am a Sophmore attending Loyola University Chicago studying Business Marketing, Information Systems, and Film & Digital Media. I'm excited to be someone's summer manny, I've always taken care of kids growing up and it's super fun! I have reliable transportation and I'm down to do anything a family...
Ethan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After helping care for my mom when she was in assisted living and meeting all the other residents I developed a desire to spend time with them. Then Covid hit, lost my mom, places shut down. Now I would love to find someone that needs a little help around the house, running errands, an ear to listen or someone to play games or...
Joan can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Ava :) I go to DMACC in Ankeny for elementary education. I would love to help clean for you, cook for you, and run any errands you may need!
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Hi! I'm looking to help make life a little easier. This can include but not limited to errand running, taking to appointments, meal preps, and even just spending time and checking in. Whatever works best for you! I look forward to hearing how I can help.
Mattea can also help with: Transportation, companionship, errands, visiting physician, meal prep, light cleaning & more
I am able to do any house job or errand needed. I mow the lawn, do laundry, grocery shop, clean, get dry cleaning, etc. I am very responsible and accountable.
Layne J.
Ankeny, IA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a nanny and a student looking to just fill in the extra hours with helping out a family with general duties..I can help organize, run to the grocery store, help with pets, kids, errands, cleaning, etc. I am up for just about anything! I don't feel comfortable cooking for the family, however.
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In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Des Moines, IA?
Hiring an errand runner in Des Moines, IA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.79 per hour as of March 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.
How can I find a good errand runner in Des Moines, IA?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Des Moines, IA. There are currently 14 errand runners in 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 Des Moines who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Des Moines?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around 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 Des Moines, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.