Your family's safety comes first
Safety & Trust
Because We Care is a non-medical companionship platform. We connect families with carefully vetted buddies for everyday help and friendly visits—with your family's safety and peace of mind as our top priority.
Comprehensive Background Checks
Every companion buddy undergoes a thorough background check process before their first visit. Your family deserves complete peace of mind.
What we verify
- ✓Criminal history screening
- ✓Identity verification
- ✓References and work history
- ✓Sex offender registry check
Ongoing monitoring
Background checks are refreshed regularly, and we maintain continuous monitoring to ensure the highest safety standards for your family.
Safety Guidelines
Follow these best practices to ensure safe and positive experiences for everyone.
Keep financial information private
Avoid sharing bank account information, credit cards, or large amounts of cash. All payments should be processed through our secure platform.
Stay on the platform
All booking and communication should happen through Because We Care. Off-platform arrangements remove important safety protections and documentation.
Report concerns immediately
If something feels unsafe or uncomfortable, use our reporting tools right away. We take every report seriously and investigate promptly.
We're not emergency services
Because We Care provides companionship only—not medical care or emergency services. In any emergency, always call 911 first.
What we're NOT
To set clear expectations, here's what Because We Care does not provide:
- ✗Medical care, nursing, or health services
- ✗Emergency response or urgent care
- ✗Personal caregiving (bathing, dressing, etc.)
- ✗Financial planning or legal advice