What is a Papa Pal?

Papa Pals support our members with things like companionship, help around the house, shopping, and transportation. 

Become a Papa Pal and use our mobile app to browse flexible work opportunities, book visits with members, and work whenever you want. 

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Learn more about life as a Papa Pal

You'll love being a Papa Pal

Earn what you want

As a Papa Pal, there is no limit to the number of visits you can complete, or the amount you can earn. In addition to hourly pay, we reimburse mileage and bonuses based on how many visits you complete.

Do meaningful work

Being a Papa Pal means making a difference in your community. The support Papa Pals provide has an impact on the well-being of our members. Over 65% of Papa members felt less lonely after visiting with a Papa Pal.

Work on your schedule

Papa Pals have complete control over their work schedules. Want to plan ahead? Book your visits up to 30 days in advance. Have some extra time? Grab a nearby visit today. And, with members nationwide, Papa Pals can work from anywhere.

Keep learning and growing

Papa Pals help build supportive, human connections while getting invaluable experience with real people. You’ll gain valuable skills that are transferable to nearly any career path, including healthcare.

Enter your phone number to start your application.

How it works

Papa Pals do everything through the Papa Pal app. If you’ve used a smartphone, you’ll find it easier than ordering lunch.

  1. Browse & book

    Browse nearby visits and find the ones that work for you. Then, just tap to accept. For more earnings, book your visits up to 30 days in advance.

  2. Show up

    The Papa Pal app tracks your travel. All you need to do is show up on time, and have a great visit. That’s it!

  3. Get paid

    You’ll earn an hourly rate, plus bonuses (based on how many visits you complete), as well as any other bonuses we may offer. Papa Pals are usually paid within 2 business days.

    Work from anywhere, anytime, and set your own schedule.

    Enter your phone number to start your application.

Getting started is easy

Provide your information

  • Your ID info (driver’s license or state ID)
  • If you have a car and want to do transportation visits, we’ll need those details

Apply online in minutes

  • Upload your details to complete your application
  • We’ll run a background check

Watch a welcome video

  • Open the Papa Pal app to view the video
  • Once you’re cleared, add your bank info to get paid!

Our team will be available to answer any questions that may come up.

The Papa Pal app

Download our app from Apple or Google Play to begin browsing and booking visits. Choose the visits that work best for you, same day or up to 2 weeks in advance. You can manage your visits and find support all within the app.

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Complete your application in minutes

Once approved, you’ll have access to all available visits near you

Work from anywhere, anytime, with uncapped earnings

  • Michelle & Sara

    Sara was struggling to keep with her household tasks and two adorable pets. Michelle had just lost a friend. Now, Michelle and Sara have forged a close relationship that helps them both.

    Meet Michelle and Sara

  • Kristin & Brian

    Kristin joined Papa after a 30-year career in retail. Being with a mission-based company was important to her. She loves cooking for members like Brian, knowing the difference she makes.

    Read Their Story

  • Robin & Doris

    Robin, a retired nurse, became a Papa Pal so that she could meet new people and help them. Little did she know that one member, Doris, would quickly become one of her best friends.

    Meet Robin and Doris
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What Papa Pals do

Papa Pals support members in a variety of ways. The Papa Pal app allows you to browse visits and book the ones that work best for you.

Errands

Pick up groceries or medications for members, along with other items that make life a little easier.

Rides

Give members a lift to the doctor’s office, the bank, or anywhere they need to go. No car? No worries! We have other types of visits.

Companionship

Have a great conversation, go on a walk, watch a movie, or cook something together!

At home

Help members be more comfortable at home with light cleaning, laundry, meal prep, and more.

Ask us anything

Here are some of the most common questions we receive from our future Papa Pals.