Hate going to the grocery store or waiting all day for a delivery? Wish you could have someone else clean out your garage or pay your bills for you? Need help decluttering your home or creating a really special party for friends? Hire a personal assistant to handle a task you can’t. Local companies are offering personal assistants and concierge services by the hour or task. They are capable of doing everything from dog walking and giving birthday reminders to making travel arrangements and tracking down tickets to sold-out events.

Who to call:

Jai’s Personal Assistant Service ($20-$25 per task, $35-$40 per hour, with discounts available for 8- and 15-hour blocks of time), 404-502-9651; Infuse Time (contact for pricing), 678-662-0578; Xtra Pair of Hands (contact for pricing), 404-819-6724.