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60 errand runners are listed in Lake Forest, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 7 years
Errand runners in Lake Forest, IL
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional caregiver for seniors since 2001. I also have extensive experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Hospice and caring for high fall risk. I enjoy the company of seniors very much and my goal is to always make sure that they feel safe and comfortable. I can run errands, take them to any appointments they...
Emilianne can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Emilianne transported me to and from the hospital when I had an outpatient procedure done, and I could not drive myself home. Emilianne was punctual, and she is a very careful driver. I highly recommend Emilianne, and I would hire her again."
Laura L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna and I have been a care giver for over 19 years. I am fluent in English however I am originally from Poland. Over the years I have worked with patients that had muscular dystrophy, alzheimer, parkinsons, hospice, diabetes, dementia, muscular sclerosis and autism. I have experience working with a feeding...
Anna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Anna has been absolutely wonderful to my mom. She is kind and compassionate and gentle. She listens to my mom's needs and adjusts as needed. She is a hard worker and is open to learning new things. She is most happy when her patient is happy."
Lisa M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hannah! I am currently a senior at University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in both early childhood education and elementary education. I have babysat for 6 years and nannied for 2! Also, I have 2 years of experience with tutoring students. I have my own car, so I am willing to run errands or drive kids around for...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is very hands on when needed. She is very patient and takes the time to help others. Extremely reliable on difficult task, often goes above and beyond on her work."
Aidan C.
Julie H.
Schaumburg, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julie and I am 31 years old. I have been a nanny/house manager for over 10 years. I have helped my families tidy up after a busy day, run errands for them sucha as grocery shopping/dry cleaners, or help with a project such as decorating for a holiday or cleaning up after a birthday party. I absolutely love...
Julie can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, dusting, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Just hired her and she showed up on time and gets the work done! Intend to keep hiring her on a weekly bases. Thank you Julie!"
Aleya S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a retired registered nurse. I am seeking a companion/caregiver position to care for a senior person with love and meaningful relationship. I have been enjoying this work for the last 3-4 years. My clients have preferred me because I am easy to get along with and always have their needs and desires in mind first. I have made...
Loretta can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I recommend Loretta for elder care without reservation. She provided exceptional care for my parents for over 4 months, demonstrating kindness with humor and a genuine passion for elder well-being. You can trust Loretta to deliver compassionate and dependable...
Essie E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about helping and caring for seniors and I understand the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment. I am a team player and work diligently to ensure that all of my clients in my care are safe and well taken care of. I have extensive experience in providing care for seniors, including assisting...
Sandra can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Sandra was an excellent caregiver for my daughter. She cared for my daughter from the time she was born until my daughter turned 6. Sandra was apart of our family and we loved her! She did EVERYTHING from cooking, cleaning, helping with homework, to bedtime...
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Amy L.
Arlington Heights, IL
$24-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Open to light house keeping, keeping up after kids or running errands out of the home.
Open to odd and end jobs as well.
5.0
"Amy has been such a great help for me following knee replacement surgery. What a relief to have support for reliable and safe transportation to doctor appointments! Housekeeping has been such a great help too as I simply can't do it all right now. Amy is kind,...
Naomi M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello to all parents.
I am 41 years old and looking for a full-time, live-out nanny position. I am a mother of three with over 9 years of experience working as a nanny. I am a very responsible, attentive, reliable, energetic individual, full of love and compassion. All this makes me a wonderful caregiver. I have been caring for...
Mihaela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Ela as our full-time Nanny shortly after our daughter turned 1. She was a godsend for our family as she provided wonderful care & attention for our daughter, and our family including our pets & our 8 year-old son.
Ela was always & always willing to...
Jim C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have nursing degree and worked in the hospital in Lithuania. I take care of seniors with cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, cancer, and with individuals recovering from surgery and/or hospice care. I can help with all daily tasks...
Reda can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Reda has been with my mother for just about two years. She is by far the most extraordinary and exceedingly competent caregiver I've encountered. Dependable, insightful, conscientious, diligent, smart, resourceful, self-delegating, funny and just an all around...
Lina S.
5.0
(9)
Hi! I'm Marti.
I'm a caring, fun, and creative person who loves helping families by making life a little easier.
I have a degree in Environmental Science and have also taken a course in Early Childhood Development, focusing on health, nutrition, and safety. I'm CPR certified and trained in SIDS and SBS. I'm a Chicago native...
Marti can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"You can't go wrong with hiring Marti - she's so sweet and works so hard! I would highly recommend her."
Aimee P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jamie I have been a nanny for over 15 years and still loving it! I went to school for Early Childhood Education and medical assistant . I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with newborn infants and children of all ages. Also, I am a certified nursing assistant. I love to play games, crafts, and to have...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We have known Jamie since 2014 when she started taking care of our 2 dogs. She would take care of them during the day while we were at work and would also care for them while we were out of town. When our son was born in 2016, Jamie would help out with babysitting...
Jillian L.
Lidiya M.
Arlington Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a housekeeper for over 10 years. I am a very responsible, detail-oriented, organized person who understands the value of a good and clean home. I put in the effort necessary to do a good job. You can trust that your home and its contents are safe with me. My housekeeping experiences over the years have included:...
Lidiya can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Lidiya, works for our family currently, she's very good always on time, a good communicator. We are very happy with her work."
Julie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Martina. I've been mostly working as a nanny but I help with housekeeping as well. I can clean, help with laundry and run some errands.
Martina can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Ghadeer A.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-39/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ghadeer (23.)
I have over 7-8 years of experience working with infants and up to the age of 16. I am CPR certified, Montessori teacher certified, RBT & first Aid certification.
I truly believe that every child is unique and full of potential, and I'm dedicated to helping them thrive. Whether it's through play,...
Ghadeer can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ghadeer helped fill in when our regular nanny left on vacation and has since worked for us on an as-needed basis. She helps tutor the older ones, plays with our younger children is both kind and dependable. We feel lucky to have Ghadeer!"
Timothy E.
Michael R.
Arlington Heights, IL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Transport Errands/doctors, Days Mon-Fri.
4.8
(16)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
If you're looking for someone to care for your loved one who has experience with care giving, and also possesses integrity, compassion, and attention to detail, please call me. I have experience providing companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation, as well as assistance with physical and occupational...
Michael can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Exceptional care for our dad. Took to appointments, helped with medication, prepared meals, helped with bathing, shopping and very engaging and comforting to our father. A great help and we would definitely hire Mike again when needed. Super coverage and a super...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm 30 years old and attended UIC where I received my Bachelors in Psychology. I am kind, honest and very attentive to the emotional and practical needs of children and families. I am very reliable and adaptable and happy to assist with light housework, laundry, running errands and helping wherever is needed. I...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Lauren became our nanny in December 2020 when our nanny had to leave us due to a family emergency and we were in a bit of a bind. Our boys 2.5 years and 16m old took to her instantly . Lauren in punctual, patient with kids, kind, communicative, and also great at...
Neesha S.
Eunice L.
Arlington Heights, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
If you are in need of a fun loving, responsible caretaker, I will be a great match. I am young with lots of energy so I would definitely be able to keep up with children. I love working with children and I have experience with children of all ages. I am available for light housekeeping, as well as, running small errands. I look...
Eunice can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Eunice as we were interviewing for our childcare needs. Eunice is extremely warm, personable and has a smile that lights up the room. She was open, conscientious and enthusiastic during our conversation and our kids both...
Anna B.
Lila A.
Waukegan, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Housekeeper With Over 20 Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced nanny and housekeeper with over 20 years of experience with North Shore families with children ranging from newborns to teenagers. Depending on the needs of the parents and their family, my duties have ranged from child care, laundry, light housekeeping, making meals, organizing, driving children (school, activities,...
Lila can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
(2)
You and your loved ones deserve the best care, and I am here to provide it. I offer compassionate support for individuals and families in need. I have experience with taking care of individuals with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. I also have worked with bedridden . I can help with multiple other tasks such...
Elzbieta can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Elzbieta is a wonderful and attentive caregiver. Her encouragement and care has been remarkable for my parents and sister. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a very responsible, reliable, and fun babysitter to take care of your child at her home while you are at work, running errands, or enjoying some time off... THAT'S ME!!
(For care at your place, the hours will be as indicated on my profile, with room to accommodate your needs)
I am a mother of two children:...
Cynthia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I can’t say enough wonderful things about Cynthia. She’s been working with us for about a year now, helping to care for our 3 young kids (4, 2, infant). The kids light up when she comes over. Each day she carefully plans out various activities for them based on...
Courtney S.
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Recent errand runner reviews in Lake Forest, IL
Emilianne D.
5.0
Emilianne transported me to and from the hospital when I had an outpatient procedure done, and I could not drive myself home. Emilianne was punctual, and she is a very careful driver. I highly recommend Emilianne, and I would hire her again.
- Laura L.
Anna D.
5.0
Anna has been absolutely wonderful to my mom. She is kind and compassionate and gentle. She listens to my mom's needs and adjusts as needed. She is a hard worker and is open to learning new things. She is most happy when her patient is happy.
- Lisa M.
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah is a lovely girl who will make you and your children feels safe and cared for. I would suggest hiring her for future sitting jobs. She is CPR certified, hardworking, and will make you feel comfortable leaving your children with her. Highly recommend!
- Elise M.
Julie H.
5.0
Just hired her and she showed up on time and gets the work done! Intend to keep hiring her on a weekly bases. Thank you Julie!
- Aleya S.
Loretta S.
5.0
I would highly recommend Loretta. She was a great companion for my mom, who is in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's. Loretta came to our home on a regular schedule to visit and drove my mom to the lake to take walks, to ice cream, to the botanic garden, etc. She is caring, organized, responsive,...
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Lake Forest
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Lake Forest, IL?
Hiring an errand runner in Lake Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.00 per hour as of April 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 Lake Forest, IL?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Lake Forest, IL. There are currently 2 errand runners in Lake Forest. 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 Lake Forest who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Lake Forest?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Lake Forest. 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 Lake Forest, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.
Ratings for Lake Forest, IL errand runners listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Errand Runners in Lake Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners.