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Jacqueline M.


Palo Alto, CA

$22-25/hr1 yrs exp

I Love Doin Errands

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I really enjoy planning and running errands for the week. I definitely can help with that and much more.
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Vaha A.


Palo Alto, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I do senior care for a very longtime. I help with the patient run errands, cooking, bathing, medication and the main thing is companionship. my goal is to keep all my patient happy and to make a change on their life. I really know I can make a change for the client and it will make them happy.
Vaha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Maria H.


Palo Alto, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hey Families, Is Maria Here I Would Love To Help With Running Chores, Laundry, Cooking, Organize

Hello families I'm a nanny/housekeeper for over 10+ years. Homes Duties like running errands, meal preparation, cooking, folding clothes, laundry, transportation, mopping, organizing closets, dishes, ironing etc. will be my pleasure to help your family.
Maria can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization
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Silvana P.


Palo Alto, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Honest And Responsible Person

I have 10+ years of experience as a housekeeper, house manager, and family assistant. I have experience caring for high end furniture and special surfaces. I can help with house Cleaning, making beds, laundry and Organization (beyond standard tidying). I pay attention to details and deep cleaning. I can schedule meetings,...
Silvana can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, changing bed linens
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Tara S.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Tara, I'm 24 and have lived in the Bay Area for my entire life. I'm currently working on my BA in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing at Menlo College in Atherton. I'm offering child care, dog/other animal care, basic elderly care, and other general household services. I also have a car and am...
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Kristen S.


Palo Alto, CA

$35-40/hr2 yrs exp

Warm, Energetic, Positive And Compassionate Nanny

Hi! My name is Kristy and my friends would describe me as a warm, energetic, and positive human! I have always loved working with kids, and am studying to become a psychotherapist in the fall. I am great at helping around the house, running errands, healthy cooking, laundry, pick/up and drop offs as well as making sure your kids...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Tara S.


Palo Alto, CA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Tara, I'm currently 22 and have lived in the Bay Area for my entire life. I'm currently working on my BA in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing at Menlo College in Atherton. I'm offering child care, dog/other animal care, and other general household services/miscellaneous tasks. I also have a car and...
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Tara S.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hi! My name is Tara, I'm currently 22 and have lived in the Bay Area for my entire life. I'm currently working on my BA in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing at Menlo College in Atherton. I'm offering child care, dog/other animal care, and other general household services. I also have a car and am completely...
Tara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi! I'm a college student at San Jose State University. I'm offering child care! I love working with kids ever since I was young. I grew up in a single parent household and being the oldest labeled you as parent #2. I grew up with my 2 younger brothers : changing diapers, preparing meals, preparing activities, etc. I'm super...
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Malia T.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I have been working in Elder Care for over 20 years, assisting in the care of a variety of seniors, from those with minimal needs to those with dementia, Alzheimer's disease and physical disabilities. I prepare meals, assist in feeding, bathing, transferring, taking to appointments, spending time outdoors, and running errands. I...
Malia can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
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Citlali M.


Palo Alto, CA

$32-42/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of nanny experience and am a great mother's helper! I love running little errands and helping parents make things a little smoother!
Citlali can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Silvia R.


Palo Alto, CA

$19-25/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Assistant Available- Starting April 2016

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a 22-year-old and I love to keep busy and help people make their life's easier. I am a trustworthy, have attention to detail, organized, dependable person. After I graduated Palo Alto High in 2012 I was a teacher/ personal assistant for my High School English teacher. I would keep her organized, help around in the...

Monalisa V.


Palo Alto, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Or On-call

Hello there! My name is Monalisa and I am available for PT or FT Caregiver work. I can help with appointments, sometimes running errands, companionship, safety care, exercise, cooking, medication reminder, light housekeeping and fun indoor or outdoor activities such as board games or Pictionary fun! Please feel free to contact....
Monalisa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nourchene H.


Redwood City, CA

$28/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Having accumulated 3 years of valuable experience, I am well equipped to provide exceptional assistance in various areas. Among my proficiencies are Swimming Supervision, Meal Prep and Driving. Owning a reliable car and possessing a flexible schedule, I am fully prepared to adapt to your family's specific requirements. Whether...
Nourchene can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"We've worked with Nourchene for four months and it's been great. Beyond childcare, the kids love her (and her cooking) and she's been a life-saver when it comes to driving kids to activities, dinner prep, grocery pick up, and laundry. We're going to miss working...

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Elizabeth B.


Redwood City, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With over 7 years of dedicated nanny experience, I bring a passion for childcare and a knack for creating a nurturing environment. My responsibilities have encompassed everything from carpooling to extracurricular activities, running errands, and providing light housekeeping. I take pride in supporting children's development...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Elizabeth is a very lovable and sweet person. She is punctual and very responsible! I loved having her as my babysitter, but she needs more hours and unfortunately I can't give her that! "

Daena M.

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Angelica L.


Menlo Park, CA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny For 26 Years!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Angelica, and I bring over 26 years of experience in childcare. I excel in light housekeeping and running errands, ensuring a tidy and organized environment. Known for my responsibility, warmth, playfulness, and active nature, I delight in engaging children in outdoor activities like swimming,...
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We wholeheartedly recommend Angelica, an exceptional caregiver who became part of our family during her time with us. Angelica cared for our first child from 6 to 18 months and our second child in his first few months, skillfully managing two under two. Her...

Tyler C.

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Nayara D.


Mountain View, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

FAMILY ASSISTANT

3.0

(2)

Hello! Looking to be your daily right-hand on keeping your household in order! I'm a 10-year nanny/housekeeper experienced in: Driving kids, grocery shopping, running errands, scheduling appointments and social visits (dinners, reservations, playdates, etc.) and keeping track of them, getting cars washed, groceries...
Nayara can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting & more
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Yesenia V.


Redwood City, CA

$35-38/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Childcare

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a full time position. Open at nanny share Currently available I have a reliable car, clean driving record, and willing to travel. I speak Spanish (first language) and Speak english. Certified in CPR and First Aid. I have 9 years experience in child care. Watching children ages ranging from 2 months to 10 years...
Yesenia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had the absolute pleasure of having Yesi care for our two children, ages 2 and 4, over the past two years. She is always on time, keeps our home tidy, and has been incredibly flexible with our unpredictable schedule, even caring for our kids when they were sick....

Erika C.

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Luisa M.


Redwood City, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

An Extra Set Of Hands

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Interested in a occasional job. I'm a student. I came to the U. S. as an Au pair in 2019. I worked with a family in New York for a year. Then I came to Fremont, I worked with that family for a year and a half then decided to move to Redwood City. I worked for a family in Portola Valley but they moved back to China....
Luisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Luisa is an excellent babysitter. I totally recommend her! she’s awesome "

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Recent errand runner reviews in Palo Alto, CA

Nourchene H.

5.0

Nourchene has worked with my family as a babysitter and mother's helper and she's been fantastic! She is hardworking and caring - she is great and creative with my infant, who is not easy (7mo, been watching her since 5mo). She's able to work well alongside other caregivers. She has also been an...

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Elizabeth B.

5.0

Elizabeth loves kids, she plays and read to her niece all the time, she likes spending time with kids, laugh, read, etc.... she is responsible, punctual, reliable, nice, multitasks, fast learner, she is nice, smart

- Imelda B.

Angelica L.

5.0

We wholeheartedly recommend Angelica, an exceptional caregiver who became part of our family during her time with us. Angelica cared for our first child from 6 to 18 months and our second child in his first few months, skillfully managing two under two. Her natural gift for childcare shone...

- Tyler C.

Yesenia V.

5.0

We had the absolute pleasure of having Yesi care for our two children, ages 2 and 4, over the past two years. She is always on time, keeps our home tidy, and has been incredibly flexible with our unpredictable schedule, even caring for our kids when they were sick. Our children are active and...

- Erika C.

Luisa M.

5.0

Luisa is a wonderful nanny. She took care of our 16 month old son while our regular nanny was on vacation. She was able to complete his morning routine with him and drop him off at daycare. She even saved us last minute when our nanny called in sick! She obviously cares a lot for our son and...

- Dara L.

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