Companion care in Boca Raton, FL
Someone kind to visit Mom or Dad in Boca Raton, drive them to appointments, or help with errands. You see each companion's profile, rate and reviews, and you choose who comes.
- Checkr background check
- Photo ID + selfie check
- Personally interviewed
- You choose who comes
Your parent is in Boca. You don't have to be.
You can book and manage everything from your own account, wherever you live. You choose the companion, pick the times, and see the total before you send the request.
Once you find someone your parent likes, you can book them for the same days and times every week, so the same familiar face keeps coming.
What you can book in Boca Raton
- Company at homeConversation, card games, chess, a walk, or watching a favourite show together.
- Rides to appointmentsCheck-ups and follow-ups, for example at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Rides are in the companion's own car.
- Errands and pharmacy runsGroceries, prescription pickups, the post office.
- Check-insA regular visit to see how your parent is doing, with a message to you through the app.
- Tech helpSetting up a phone, video calls with family, the TV remote.
- Light help around the houseFolding laundry and small chores.
Around Boca Raton
In Palm Beach County about one in four residents is 65 or older (US Census), and many of their adult children live out of state. Companions on Tandera handle the in-between: a ride to Boca Raton Regional Hospital, a run to the grocery store, or an afternoon of company at home.
Visits work for a parent in a house, a condo or an independent-living community, as long as the community allows outside visitors.
All visits are non-medical companionship and everyday help. Each companion lists what they offer on their profile.
What a companion costs in Boca Raton
Each companion sets their own hourly rate, currently about $20 to $32. Tandera adds a 10% platform fee and a 5% payment processing fee, and shows you the full total before you send a booking request.
| Option | Per hour | How it works |
|---|---|---|
| Tandera, Florida average, fees included | $25.30/hr | You choose the companion and book only the time you need |
| Florida median for non-medical help at home (CareScout 2025) | $32/hr | Typical agency and provider rates statewide |
Example: 6 hours with a $30/hr companion is $180, plus $18 platform fee and $9 payment fee, so $207 in total.
Tandera averages are the current companion rates in Florida plus fees, as of October 2026. Medians are from the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026) for non-medical help at home. Full details on our Pricing page.
How companions are checked
Before anyone can take a booking on Tandera, they pass a Checkr background check, a photo ID and selfie check, and a personal interview with our team.
- Meet first, in public. We suggest a first meeting somewhere public, like a café, before the first visit at home.
- Chat and pay in the app. Messages and payments stay in the app, so there's a record and no cash changes hands.
- If something feels wrong, press report. The booking is frozen right away and our team is alerted.
- Wrong fit? Ask for a different companion. You choose who comes, every time.
Tell us what you need in Boca Raton
Send a few details and Joel from Tandera will get back to you, usually within a day. No obligation, and nothing is booked until you choose a companion.
Prefer to talk? Call or text (617) 693‑7090, 8 AM to 8 PM, every day.
How it works
- See who's availableDownload the app and browse companions near Boca Raton: their profile, rate, reviews and availability.
- Choose your companionMessage them, meet first if you like, and pick the person you're comfortable with. No agency decides for you.
- Book only the time you needOne visit or a regular schedule. You see the total before you book, and you can rebook the same companion every week.
Questions families in Boca Raton ask
How much does a companion cost in Boca Raton?
Each companion sets their own hourly rate, currently about $20 to $32. Two fees are added and shown upfront: 10% for the platform and 5% for payment processing. Across Florida, families pay $25.30 an hour on average with fees included.
Can someone come for just a short visit?
Yes. You book only the time you need, for a single visit or a regular schedule. Each companion's availability and rate are on their profile.
I live out of state. Can I set this up for my mom in Boca?
Yes. You can book for a parent from your own account and handle the booking, messages and payment yourself.
Is it safe to have someone new in Mom's home?
Every companion passes a Checkr background check, a photo ID and selfie check, and an interview before they can take bookings. We also suggest a first meeting in a public place. If anything feels wrong, the report button in the app freezes the booking right away.
Which areas near Boca Raton do you cover?
In South Florida: Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Highland Beach and Palm Beach.
Can a companion help with medication or bathing?
No. Companions provide non-medical company and everyday help only. For medication, bathing or other personal care, please work with a licensed provider.
Free local help in Boca Raton
Not everything needs a booking. These local services may help too.
- Volen Center support groups for familiesSupport groups for people looking after a parent or spouse, at 1515 W Palmetto Park Rd, Boca Raton. Call ahead to reserve a spot.
- Palm Tran ConnectionPalm Beach County's shared, door-to-door ride service for residents who can't use regular buses. You apply first (561-649-9838, option 7), then book rides in advance.
- Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure CoastThe region's information line for older adults and the families helping them: local programs, meals and support.
Listed for your information. Tandera isn't affiliated with these organisations.
Why Tandera exists
Tandera began when Joel Rothenberg was looking for help for his grandfather. He wanted to hand-pick the people who would be by his grandfather's side, know they were background-checked, and be able to change things the moment it was needed. That's what Tandera gives every family.
Book your first visit
on any device
Free to download. See each companion's profile, rate and reviews, then choose who comes.
Prefer to talk to a person first? Call or text (617) 693‑7090, 8 AM to 8 PM, every day.