Free Caregiver Matching Service in Miami

How does the free 48-hour matching service work?

The service has four steps: you complete a short care form, we screen caregivers for dementia care experience, we send 3 to 5 video profiles within 48 hours, and you watch each video interview before choosing whom to meet.

1. Tell us about your situation. Fill out the short care form.
2. We screen for dementia care experience. We look for caregivers with experience in dementia care.
3. You receive 3 to 5 video profiles within 48 hours. Each profile is a caregiver we think fits what you described.
4. You watch each video interview and decide. Only then do you choose whom to meet.

There is no obligation to meet anyone. If none of the first profiles feels right, tell us what was missing.

What is on the short care form?

The short care form asks about your family member's situation and the kind of help you are looking for, so we can match caregivers to your needs rather than send a generic list.

Helpful things to have in mind: what daily tasks are hardest right now, which hours of the day or week you need covered, and whether you are looking for a few hours of company, hands-on help, or round-the-clock presence. You do not need a diagnosis letter or medical records to start. If you are unsure what level of help fits, our pages on memory care at home and 24-hour live-in care describe the options.

How do you screen caregivers for dementia care experience?

We screen caregivers for dementia care experience, and the video interview is the proof you can see for yourself.

Dementia affects memory, thinking and the ability to manage daily activities, according to the CDC's overview of dementia. Because those changes shape every day of care, we want you to hear caregivers talk about their experience in their own words, not just read a summary. That is why we put the interview in front of you.

We describe our caregivers only as screened for dementia care experience. We do not claim more than that, and you should judge fit for yourself from the video.

What will I see in a caregiver video profile?

Each video profile lets you watch a caregiver's video interview so you can judge how they communicate, how they talk about dementia care, and whether they seem like a good personal fit.

Things worth listening for as you watch:

• How they describe past experience with memory loss.
• How they would respond if your family member became confused or upset.
• Whether their tone feels patient and respectful.
• Whether their availability matches the schedule you need.

Watch with other family members if you can. The person receiving care will spend the most time with this caregiver, so a second opinion helps.

What should I ask before a caregiver starts?

Before any caregiver starts, ask them or their agency directly about background checks, licensing, training, references, and rates, and get the answers in writing where possible.

This is general guidance for hiring anyone, from any source. When you meet a caregiver from our video profiles, ask these questions at that meeting. Also ask about backup coverage if the caregiver is ill, how they will communicate with your family each day, and what happens if the arrangement is not working.

Why do Miami families use matching?

Many Miami households include older adults who may need support at home, and finding the right caregiver quickly matters. The U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates report for Miami 72,815 residents aged 65 and over and 11,454 aged 85 and over. The same data show 21,754 senior households where someone 65 or older lives alone, and a median household income of $59,390.

For a family member who lives alone, noticing changes early and arranging help can be hard to coordinate, especially if relatives live far away. Seeing caregivers on video lets out-of-town relatives take part in the decision.

What local support can I use alongside caregiving?

Alongside home care, Miami families can contact the Alzheimer's Association's South Florida chapter for Alzheimer's-focused support and information; see its page at alz.org/seflorida.

Listing a local resource is not an endorsement of our service by that organisation, and we are not affiliated with it. Your family member's doctor, or a memory or geriatric specialist, is the right person for questions about diagnosis or treatment. We do not give medical advice.

If you need a break from caregiving yourself, respite care is one option, and our guide to in-home dementia care in Miami covers the wider picture.

Ready to start?

Complete the short care form and expect 3 to 5 video profiles within 48 hours, at no charge for the matching. Watch each caregiver's video interview, then decide whom you want to meet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the caregiver matching service really free for Miami families?

Yes. The matching service, including the care form and the video profiles, is free for families. Before you hire anyone, ask the caregiver or agency to explain rates and terms clearly.

How fast will I get caregiver profiles?

You receive 3 to 5 video profiles within 48 hours of completing the short care form.

How are the caregivers screened?

Caregivers are screened for dementia care experience. The video interview is the proof: you watch each caregiver's video interview before deciding whom to meet, so you can judge their experience yourself.

What should I ask a caregiver about background checks and training?

Ask every caregiver or agency what background checks, licensing, training and references apply, and ask to see the details. This is general advice for any hire, and it is not a statement about how our service works.

Does this service diagnose dementia or advise on treatment?

No. We help match families with caregivers. For diagnosis or treatment questions, speak with your family member's doctor or a memory specialist.