Odd Jobs in Providence, RI

We have a busy 16-month-old and a newborn. We are looking for in-home help 2-3 mornings a week, mostly while mom works from home. An extra set of hands to help so mom can work, clean, do errands or anything else that needs some time without kids underfoot. Looking for light meal prep and light housework as well (putting dishes in dishwasher, tidying up toys, the occasional laundry folding, etc.) Must also be a dog lover as we have two dogs in the home. Can be flexible on the days and times, but ideally Monday and Wednesday mornings from about 8am-12 or 1 p.m. would be included in the schedule. Start date is also flexible, but likely starting October-ish. Looking for long term care, beyond just the summer.

Hi there! I'm looking for someone to run errands for me once a week (approximately 3 hours). Things like picking up groceries or pharmacy items, dropping off laundry, etc. Any weekday is good, my schedule is flexible. There shouldn't be much time spent inside, but we'll both need to wear masks while we're indoors. Thanks, look forward to hearing from you!

Hi there! I'm looking for someone to run errands for me once a week (approximately 3 hours). Things like picking up groceries or pharmacy items, dropping off laundry, etc. Any weekday is good, my schedule is flexible. There shouldn't be much time spent inside, but we'll both need to wear masks while we're indoors. Thanks, look forward to hearing from you!

Looking for a professional housekeeper: Weekly or daily Laundry. Ironing. Changing beds. Vacuuming and dusting. Wood polishing. Floors and bathrooms. Polishing brass, copper, silver. Some cooking and serving on occasions. Errands. Plants. Overnights on request.

About who needs care: Osteoarthritis in both knees and lower back. Cant stand for long. Overweight. Need help with cleaning. About the care needs: Personable. Outspoken. Kind. Services needed include: transportation, meal preparation, errands / shopping, and light housekeeping.

Mother is 84, moderate stage Alzheimer's, very outgoing, repeats questions, and needs gentle reminding and guidance--she forgets things very quickly and loses track of what is going apartment but she also becomes upset and cheerful and social and likes to laugh and dance around demanding for short periods a few times each day. redirect her to another activity, anticipate those moments when the other aide helps father. She has lots of energy and likes to get out and about and see people and talk to them. Assist my father who is 92, walker, friendly. Both retired professors who live in nice apartment on the side. Need car to drive parents on errands or for entertainment; Light housekeeping like dish washing, some laundry, dishes, meal prep, take walks. You will be one of two aides there.

About who needs care: Anxiety; brain surgery patient Hobbies: meditation, reading, shopping, watching TV She likes to clean, then take a trip outside of the house and then rest on the couch About the care needs: A good fit feels comfortable with sarcasm, has a sense of humor, is thoughtful/ curious or has independent interest and hobbies, and finally can exercise significant patience and empathy. Services needed include: meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, feeding, and bathing / dressing.

Our fun and very energetic children need after school care in the Providence area. Looking for someone to pick them up from school at 2:30pm, bring them to either home or activities, light cleanup (backpacks, etc), and some light dinner prep and/or errands. Both children are incredibly sweet and well-mannered. Reliability and references are key.

I'm looking for a great nanny for 2 children, boy (aged 6) and girl (newborn, expected in early July!) We are open to discussing hours and schedule as ours may be fluid in the fall. Ideally 30-35 hours per week with occasional nights / weekends / overnights. In the summer, must be willing to drive to Newport occasionally. Responsibilities: - Pick up-drop off as needed, or attending music class or story time at library with the baby, for example. - Light meal prep / making lunches/dinner as it comes up; cleaning up the kitchen after. - Some light laundry during nap time. - Keep the playroom organized and engage 6-year-old in these responsibilities. - Errands as time allows: example, picking up things from the grocery store, pharmacy Requirements: - COVID vaccine, full regimen (or willing to do so) - TDap vaccine (or willing to do so)

About who needs care: Active, alert but no longer wants to drive. She needs to get out of the house for errands, bank and hairdresser on a weekly basis. About the care needs: Friendly and patient. Services needed include: transportation.

About who needs care: Likes companionship About the care needs: Someone that likes to talk and encourage exercises for daily mobility Services needed include: meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, feeding, and bathing / dressing.

I need senior care provider with experience. Our care concerns are: Companionship, Errands / Shopping, Transportation. Duties include providing companionship and social interaction. We'll need you to handle groceries or errands when appropriate. You'll be responsible for transporting to/from appointments. must be bilingual SPANISH

We're looking for someone to provide companionship for my husband with Alzheimer's. I work from home and husband would benefit from having someone (other than me) to do activities with, such as fold clothes, weed garden, feed birds, watch TV or go for a walk. We might ask you to run errands now and then. Preferences for a caregiver who is a non-smoker and comfortable with cats, as we have 4 of them. This is all new to us, so if you have previous experience working with Alzheimer's or dementia, that would be helpful. We are starting with just a few hours a week, but may need more as condition progresses and/or if I have to go into office for a special meeting occasionally.

We are looking for someone to pick up my son (age 5) at the bus stop in the afternoon, and bring him back to the house. I am usually home around the same time the bus arrives, but can sometimes be a little late. Responsibilities would be walking him home from the bus stop, preparing a light snack for him, and keeping him entertained for an hour or so in case I need to run errands/housework, etc. The bus drops off at 3:40 PM, so we would only need an 1-2 hours each day.

looking for help with a happy 10-month-old baby while I work from home and occasionally run errands child free. start date can be flexible and does not need to be all 3 days, those are the preferred days to work with.

I need senior care provider with experience. Our care concerns are: Light Housekeeping, Bathing / Dressing, Meal Preparation, Errands / Shopping. We would prefer someone who can handle light housekeeping. Some help needed with bathing. We're looking for some help preparing meals. We might ask you to run errands now and then. Basically I need help just 2-3 hours a day will go over with applicant very flexible

About who needs care: Partners male 86 (dementia) and female 90 (mobility) Want to stay in home. Only go out for Dr appointments. Have some help now but will be needing mare as the dementia progresses. Services needed include: transportation, meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, feeding, bathing / dressing, and mobility assistance.

About who needs care: We need help in prepping and making their meals. For both my parents Services needed include: meal preparation, errands / shopping, and light housekeeping.