Tell us about your parent
Share their personality, languages, interests, routines and the type of companionship they would enjoy.
A trusted friend for your parent when you can't be there.
From afternoon walks to coffee, conversation and favourite hobbies, HeyFriend gives older adults regular companionship with someone they genuinely enjoy spending time with.
Vetted companions Thoughtful matching The same familiar face
How HeyFriend works
Three steps to a friendship that lasts.
Meet their match
We introduce a carefully vetted companion selected for compatibility, not just availability.
Build a real connection
Your parent spends time regularly with the same companion, helping a genuine friendship grow over time.
Time well spent
What friends can do together
Have coffee or share a meal
Take walks or visit the park
Play chess, cards or board games
Go shopping or run simple errands
Attend community activities
Learn how to use phones and apps
Visit cafés, libraries or places of worship
Talk, listen and spend quality time together
HeyFriend provides social companionship and is not a medical, nursing or emergency-care service.
Why families choose HeyFriend
Companionship built on trust, not tasks.
A familiar face
Your parent is matched with the same companion whenever possible, creating trust and consistency.
More than task-based care
The focus is not completing a checklist. It is creating meaningful, enjoyable time together.
Carefully vetted
Companions complete identity verification, interviews, reference checks and safety training.
Thoughtful family updates
Families can receive a short update after each visit while respecting the older adult's privacy and independence.
For older adults
Friendship should not have an age limit.
HeyFriend is designed around your preferences. You choose what you want to do, where you want to go and how you would like to spend your time. Your companion is there to enjoy life alongside you—not manage it for you.
Early stories
Little moments, big difference.
Sample testimonials — real stories coming soon
Knowing Mum has someone she actually looks forward to seeing every week has taken a weight off my shoulders I didn't realise I was carrying.
SarahAdult daughter · sample
I didn't want a helper. I wanted someone to talk to about the cricket and argue with over cards. That's exactly what I got.
Raymond, 78HeyFriend member · sample
Uncle Tan has taught me more about gardening than any book could. Our Thursday visits are honestly the highlight of my week too.
AisyahHeyFriend companion · sample
Safety first
Built on trust from the very first hello.
Identity and background screening
Every companion is identity-verified and screened before their first introduction.
Interviews and reference checks
We meet every applicant personally and speak with their references.
Compatibility-based matching
Matches are made on personality, language and shared interests—never just availability.
Clear boundaries and conduct standards
Every companion agrees to a strict code of conduct covering privacy, money and boundaries.
Visit check-ins
Companions check in around each visit so families always know things went smoothly.
Family support team
A real person from HeyFriend is available to families whenever questions come up.
Easy rematching when needed
If a match doesn't feel right, we'll thoughtfully introduce someone new—no awkwardness.
HeyFriend is not an emergency response provider. In any emergency, always call your local emergency services first.
Help your parent meet someone they'll look forward to seeing.
It starts with a short conversation about who they are.