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60 errand runners are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby errand runners is 4 years
Errand runners in Santa Cruz, CA
Mimi L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver, Pet Sitter Or Errand Runner Available
5.0
(1)
I've had and have dogs and cats of my own. My German Shepard went totally blind at age 5 and lived till he was 12. We hiked off leash, (mostly) daily. He taught me a lot. My current 2 cats both came to live with me on their own terms, (1 feral, 1 abandoned). I like to think I have a special relationship with the animals in my...
5.0
"Mimi was very communicative and accommodating to our animals, one dog and one cat. She cared for them for four days. They were cared for as if they were her own pets. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and look forward to calling upon her in the future."
Richard M.
Taylor S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Part-Time Babysitter/Errand Runner/House Sitter
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor. I am 27 years old and currently a hair stylist. I come from a big, diverse family with a lot of children, mixed with many different races. Since the age of 10, I kept watch over my twin nieces as newborns so my sister could work. My next babysitting job was at 15. I watched 2 twin 3-year-old boys and loved...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Taylor is a sweet kind and attentive babysitter for our twin identical 4 year old boys. She was able to tell the difference between them by the end of the first time she babysat them. She was able to play with them and get them to warm up quite quickly too. She...
Aren L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started off being a babysitter in high school and ended up becoming a nanny for 9 kids. The kids age range was from 2yrs to 16yrs. I did anywhere from cleaning, running errands, helped with homework, picking up from school. Then in college I was a nanny for 2 kids ages 2 and 6 and was with them all 4 years of college. I then...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Michaela was great with our little 4 month old - so calming and loving and attentive."
Heidi W.
Judy S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am an energetic, responsible, and considerate individual with a passion for working with children. With over 5 years of experience, I have had the privilege of caring for children ranging from infants as young as 2 months old to children up to 12 years of age.
My expertise includes developing engaging games and activities,...
Judy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"If you are considering Judy as a nanny/sitter she is an excellent choice because:
- She is bilingual - speaks both English and Spanish.
- She can prepare and pack meals for your child.
- She is comfortable in giving baths and putting kids to bed at night.
- She can...
Jessica G.
Jocelyn F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$31/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, patient, fun, nurturing nanny that has been helping families thrive internationally since 2014. Different ways I have provided care are doing laundry, preparing healthy meals, cleaning and organizing, helping with homework, giving baths, running errands, transportation to events, activities, school and appointments...
Jocelyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jocelyn was a wonderful Nanny to our 6 month old.
While we were busy working from home we would often hear our baby giggling from the other room. Jocelyn is sweet, caring, great with babies and adjusted easily to the needs of us and our growing girl.
I would...
Angelica C.
Hi my name is Ann. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I also can run errands.
Ann can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
hello! if you need someone to help out with errands such as shopping, picking up food, etc. i'm your girl :)
I have experience with meal preparation, errands, transportation, organizing, packing, companionship, teaching, pet care, farm experience, gardening, care giving, light housekeeping, administrative, and more!
Let me help with your shopping and house cleaning. I can help you decide what to cook and help with all your needs
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm happy to do your grocery shopping, pick up dry cleaning, care for your pets, watch over your home while you're away, basic lawn care, and many other household tasks. Also, I'm available as a responsible and fun caregiver. I always deliver quality service with a smile. I've helped my elderly neighbor with her household...
I can run errands for you like going to the grocery store, pharmacy, and drive you to your appointments.
Amelie H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-30/hr
Hey my name is Amelie, and I am a current student at UCSC! I'm a huge dog person, and have been working with kids for 5 years. I have car so can run errands and provide transportation, and I'm happy to help with household chores!
Amelie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, personal care, companionship & more
My name is Rebecca and I enjoy helping and being a service to others. In the past, I worked as a Limousine Driver and transported patients to their doctors and physical therapy appointments. I have also worked as a personal assistant helping with meal preps, grocery shopping and completing household tasks, and running errands.
Rebecca can also help with: Visiting physician, companionship
I have experience taken care of the older population, through being a caregiver for my grandparents. I believe in giving seniors a sense of purpose to wake up in the morning and providing the best quality of care as they age. I'm compassionate, dependable, and willing to lend a helping hand to those that need it most. I love...
Jasmine can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Holley Q.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Very Prompt And Organized Individual, Love Working With People And Giving Back To Community.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Having worked as an Administrative Assistant for many years I have the ability to finish assignments in a concise and timely manner with positive results. I also have reliable transportation and can run errands, take individuals to appointments and complete grocery shopping. Although there can be many definitions of odd jobs I'm...
Oona B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-20/hr
Hi there, my name is Oona!
Although I do not have proper elder experience, I took care of my mother at end of life. This included: Errands, Dr. Appointments, med management, cleaning house, etc.
I also have extensive customer service experience and work well with all people - diversity of ages, abilities - lack of mobility,...
Oona can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
I am currently nannying from 8-4 during the week but am available nights and weekends! I have been nannying/caregiving since I was 10 years old. I love doing activities outside and am an athlete. I have my own car, a clean driving record, and can help with carpooling/running errands. I can also help with cleaning, laundry, and...
Kelly Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marissa and I have over a years worth of experience with working and providing companionship to the disabled. I have worked with people of ll walks of disabilities including those who are epileptic, muscular distrophy, cerebral palsy, and multiple schlerosis. I am OSHA 10 certified and as well as AED/CPR/Basic First...
I have worked with various families for over 10 years . I have my marketing degree from San Jose state but always stuck with nannying because I love it !
I believe in creating a comfortable and safe environment for kids and love getting them involved in various life skill activities. I love cooking, baking and running errands...
Kalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Samantha S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$26-38/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I recently moved to San Francisco from Santa Cruz after completing my bachelors degree at UCSC in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. I love going on hikes, playing guitar and doing doing crafts! I am the oldest child out of 12 cousins and 2 siblings so I have spent a lot of my life around children and helping to care for...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent errand runner reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Mimi L.
5.0
Mimi was very communicative and accommodating to our animals, one dog and one cat. She cared for them for four days. They were cared for as if they were her own pets. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and look forward to calling upon her in the future.
- Richard M.
Taylor S.
4.0
Taylor is a sweet kind and attentive babysitter for our twin identical 4 year old boys. She was able to tell the difference between them by the end of the first time she babysat them. She was able to play with them and get them to warm up quite quickly too. She has always been prompt and...
- Aren L.
Michaela S.
5.0
Michaela was great with our little 4 month old - so calming and loving and attentive.
- Heidi W.
Judy S.
5.0
If you are considering Judy as a nanny/sitter she is an excellent choice because:
- She is bilingual - speaks both English and Spanish.
- She can prepare and pack meals for your child.
- She is comfortable in giving baths and putting kids to bed at night.
- She can disinfect toys/books from all the...
- Jessica G.
Jocelyn F.
5.0
Jocelyn has been an incredible full time nanny for our now 1.5 yo for the past year. She's calm, patient, fun, and very loving. Our daughter has absolutely thrived under her care. She spends lots of time reading, playing, and adventuring in nature with our daughter and is always looking for new...
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FAQs for finding an errand runner in Santa Cruz
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an errand runner in Santa Cruz, CA?
Hiring an errand runner in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $22.83 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Start your search by filtering errand runners by distance from Santa Cruz, CA. There are currently 29 errand runners in Santa Cruz. 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 Santa Cruz who have previously hired any of the providers that you are interested in.
What services will an errand runner provide in Santa Cruz?
Errand runners can usually help you with anything that you need either at your house or going to places around Santa Cruz. 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 Santa Cruz, etc. Errand runners are pretty flexible when it comes to helping you, with even the most random things.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA errand runners listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Errand Runners in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed errand runners.