Become a companion

Do you still have something to give?

Somewhere near you, an older adult would love a little company today. If you have warmth, patience, and time, Hearth turns that into meaningful, flexible remote work — and all the wellbeing that comes from helping others.

Express your interest Why Hearth exists

What a Hearth companion does

You share a coffee and a conversation. You show up for someone — a friendly face across a café table, through Hearth’s lightweight glasses. No caregiving, no medical work. Just genuine human company, on demand, for people who’d otherwise spend the day alone.

Work from homeAll you need is a computer, a camera, and a warm manner. Join a visit from your kitchen table.
Your own schedulePick up visits when it suits you. A few hours a week or many — you decide.
We train youStraightforward training covers everything: how visits work, conversation, safety, and boundaries.
A friend “on demand”When someone wants company, you’re a tap away. Simple to start, easy to do.
Real purposeDecades of research tie helping others to a longer, happier life. This is that — as a job.
Safe & supportedVetted community, clear guidelines, and a team behind you. You’re never on your own.

How it works

1

Tell us about you

A short interest form below. We’ll reach out with next steps and a friendly chat.

2

Get trained & vetted

A background check and our straightforward training. We teach you everything you need.

3

Start sharing coffee

Accept visits that fit your schedule and become someone’s favorite part of the week.

Who makes a great companion

You don’t need a résumé — you need heart. Many of our companions are:

Active retireesEmpty-nestersFormer caregivers & nurses TeachersStudentsAnyone warm, reliable, and a good listener

Express your interest

No commitment — just tell us a little about yourself and we’ll be in touch.

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We’ll only use your details to follow up about becoming a companion. We never share them.

Thank you — we’d love to talk.

We’ve got your details and will reach out soon with next steps.

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