Care for the people you love, matched to who they are
Whether you're arranging support for a parent, helping after a hospital stay, or simply want reliable companionship for someone who lives alone — Empatha matches you with verified carers who fit.
Whatever brought you here, we can help
Living alone
Regular, dependable company and support for an elderly relative who lives independently.
Parents & grandparents
Care arranged by a family member — with full visibility and control over who's involved.
Hospital discharge
Short-term support to ease the transition home and reduce the risk of readmission.
Companionship, not medical care
For families who mainly want friendly, regular company rather than clinical support.
Tell us everything that matters — we'll do the matching
Our care request form goes further than most — because the details that seem small (a favourite hobby, a preferred routine) are often what make a match feel right.
Care recipient details & routine
Type of support needed
Companionship preferences
Mobility & medical needs
Preferred schedule
Carer preferences & budget
What kind of company would be ideal?
We ask because it changes everything about who we'd introduce you to.
Conversation style
Chatty and curious, or calm and quiet? We match the energy, not just the schedule.
Shared interests
Gardening, reading, cooking, music, sport — carers who genuinely enjoy the same things.
Activity level
Fancy a walking companion, or a quieter armchair-and-tea kind of visit? Both are valid.
Cultural & religious familiarity
Shared where you choose to tell us, never assumed or required.
Preferred language
Matched on the language your loved one is most comfortable conversing in.
Temperament fit
Patient, active, gentle, or good-humoured — the personal qualities that make a visit feel easy.
Everything in one place
Once you're matched, your dashboard keeps every part of care visible: matched carers, shortlists, upcoming bookings, secure messages, care notes, and payment status — all in one calm, uncluttered view.
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“We found a carer for my mum within two days who genuinely gets on with her — they talk about gardening for half the visit.”
Helen R.
Daughter of a client, Manchester
“Dad was reluctant at first, but his carer's patience and sense of humour won him over within the first visit. It's made a real difference.”
Michael B.
Son of a client, Bristol
“The support after my hip surgery meant I could recover at home instead of staying in hospital longer. Booking was straightforward and the carer was excellent.”
Sarah K.
Client, after hospital discharge
Start finding care today
It's free to create a care request and view your matches — you only pay when you book.