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Find errand runners in Portland, ME that you’ll love
56 errand runners are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 4 years
Errand runners in Portland, ME
Sanela B.
South Portland, ME
$23-38/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for about little over 9 years mostly ages 5-9. I'm more than happy to help with any light house work, cooking, laundry, even running errands. I'm a CNA at Maine med and a nursing student at St. Joseph's. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. Thank you
Sanela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I'm passionate about people, animals & serving others &somewhere along the way, it's developed into caring for what's important to them. Recently I decided to offer pet& housesitting. I love caring for their pets as I don't have any of my own at this time. In summary, I love caring for pets& people and share in the joy of caring...
Kelsey C.
Westbrook, ME
$15-20/hr
Hello!
Housekeeping: I am very detail oriented and organized. I have a house of my own which I pride in keeping clean and neat. I grew up with a mother who installed the love of a clean home in me. I can bring my own equipment or use yours. I can also help with meal prep or schedule/errands or appointment help to help you keep...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated, compassionate caregiver, I take pride in my ability to provide both skilled support and a joyful presence for those in my care. I'm a licensed and insured RN. Caring for my own mother who had dementia in her 90s gave me my best experience. I lived with her the last three years; kept her active; conversant; hired...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and have been a summer nanny for the past 4 years. I have also worked in a preschool! I am currently studying to be an occupational therapist and I have experience with children with special needs. I am happy to run any errands needed and help with anything around the house! Hope to...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available to run errands, drive to appointments, etc. I am very comfortable with pets. I am not comfortable with providing any personal care.
My previous employment was working with seniors in the capacity of a Registered Nurse. I enjoy working with seniors and have experience with working with individuals with Alzheimer and Dementia. I am happy to meet companionship needs as well. I understand the various needs of seniors from housework, doctor appointments, running...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, personal care, companionship, dementia & more
Catherine M.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$15-25/hr
Companionship, Light Housekeeping, Meal Prep. No Personal Care, Such As Bathing
I have raised my 2 kids and I am now looking for things to keep me busy. I enjoy helping people and would love the opportunity to make a seniors life easier. I would be happy to take them out to run errands, take them to appts, handle light housekeeping and meal prep. I am very comfortable with pets.
I am also available for dog...
Catherine can also help with: Errands, meal prep
If you need some assistance with errands or household management, I would love to help you out. Extremely flexible schedule.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am the mother of 4 wonderful kids, ages 25-32 and grandmother to 3 adorable and active boys ages 1-11 years old! I moved to Maine three years ago. Before that I had an in home child care in which I cared for infants to 3 or 4 years old for several years. I prefer to take care of infants to 2 years old. I am a nurturer by...
Donna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Donna was my son's primary daycare provider for the first 3 years of his life, and he adores her and her family so! We still see her on occasion :-) even though he is now in preschool (soon pre-K, they grow up so quick!!). We loved working with Donna, as she is...
Sarah W.
5.0
(1)
I have been an in-home private care provider for the past 20 years. I have worked with dementia patients, hospice, as well as people in need of someone to be there for all needs such as personal care, to shopping and running errands. I love working with elderly clients because it gives me the opportunity to help older people...
Diane can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"Diane is a special person. She is so warm and caring and hit it off with my husband immediately. She is the best!"
Lindsay D.
Mae J.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly-motivated, Responsible And Compassionate Nursing Professional
3.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a Cna for almost 13 years. I have learned both the skills and knowledge in taking care of elderly needs because of my experienced working in the hospital setting, nursing homes, retirement homes, assisted living and home care setting. From personal needs such as going to the toilet, bathing through preparations of...
Mae can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
3.0
"I meet with Mae and found her to be qualified, empathetic, and amendable to my caregiver request. Unfortunately, she later informed me due to her own immediate health concerns, she could not provide the services.
She did not follow up thereafter to re-engage."
Sharon C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bryn! I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Maine. I currently work at Buxton Center Elementary and am looking to fill time after school hours only! I have worked at daycares since I was a Junior in HS. I have experience caring for multiple children at a time ranging...
Bryndan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bryn was outstanding. We hired her to take care of our 6 month old son. She was punctual and did a wonderful job caring for him. She is lovely with kids, patient and dependable."
Hans R.
Mary B.
Harpswell, ME
$15-20/hr
I have specialized in working with children with disabilities for the last 20+ years. While I don't have much expertise with senior care I could be an excellent helper around the house, good conversation, and errand runner.
Mary can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands
I am a mom and teacher/manager of a daycare. My days and evenings involve running errands for many people.
I'm a social worker looking for some part time hours cleaning houses or running errands etc. I'd love to help your family with getting organized, regular weekly cleaning, or whatever you need help with.
Carrie can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
Donna C.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have done senior care jobs in the past. Most recently, I have been doing child care in my home. Before and while doing that I was doing 24 hr care for my father who had Alzheimer's disease and passed away at the age of 93 in 2010. Before caring solely for my father, I did part time jobs for elderly people. My duties included...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia, companionship & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience, teaching elementary grade level special education students. I've overseen both remote and in-person learning to ensure students are present and attentive. I can aid in travel and love to grocery shop/run errands. In addition I have dog-sat in Boston for 2+ years.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Do you need an "Alice" to help you through the demands of daily living? Your help has arrived. From light house cleaning, airport pick ups, laundry, care giving for loved ones both young and seniors, to running errands, house management, travel arrangements, meal preparation and filling your daily needs. Life can be out of...
Available to do shopping or drive you to appointments. I am someone who can get a lot done in a short period of time!
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Recent errand runner reviews in Portland, ME
Donna C.
5.0
Donna was my son's primary daycare provider for the first 3 years of his life, and he adores her and her family so! We still see her on occasion :-) even though he is now in preschool (soon pre-K, they grow up so quick!!). We loved working with Donna, as she is very accommodating and reliable. I...
- Sarah W.
Diane J.
5.0
Diane is a special person. She is so warm and caring and hit it off with my husband immediately. She is the best!
- Lindsay D.
Mae J.
3.0
I meet with Mae and found her to be qualified, empathetic, and amendable to my caregiver request. Unfortunately, she later informed me due to her own immediate health concerns, she could not provide the services.
She did not follow up thereafter to re-engage.
- Sharon C.
Bryndan A.
5.0
Bryn was outstanding. We hired her to take care of our 6 month old son. She was punctual and did a wonderful job caring for him. She is lovely with kids, patient and dependable.
- Hans R.
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Portland
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Portland, ME?
Hiring an errand runner in Portland, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $21.00 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 Portland, ME?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Portland, ME. There are currently 12 errand runners in Portland. 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 Portland who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Portland?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Portland. 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 Portland, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.
Ratings for Portland, ME errand runners listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Errand Runners in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 56 listed errand runners.