cash tips
Seniors often tip well.
meaningful work
Build real connections.
schedule
Set your availability.
minimum age
Helper signup eligibility.
Browse locations
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Tasks
What helpers do
You'll help seniors with simple household tasks.
Gardening
Weed garden beds, plant flowers, water plants, prune bushes, trim hedges, harvest vegetables.
Yard Work
Rake leaves, spread bark, pick up sticks, prune shrubs, tidy pathways, remove debris.
Cleaning
Scrub cabinets, dust shelves, vacuum carpets, mop floors, sweep garage, wipe surfaces, clean windows.
Organization
Sort items, arrange closets, organize shelves or garage, categorize items, declutter pantry.
Tech Help
Set up TV, connect printer, adjust Wi-Fi, help with passwords, install simple apps, explain basics.
Errands
Pick up groceries, load soil bags, drop off prescriptions, buy flowers, grab household items, return rentals.
Steps
Apply online
Start your helper profile and move through each step.
Step one
Apply online
Create your account and complete your helper profile so we can understand where you are, when you want to work, and the tasks that fit you.
Step two
Complete your application
Move through each step from your account, including interview, onboarding, and review items as they become available.
Step three
Set availability
Choose the days and times you want to work, then draw the local area where you are comfortable accepting visits.
Step four
Accept visits
Review nearby requests, choose the ones that fit, and help seniors with basic household tasks in your community.
Why it matters
Simple help that matters
Meaningful, dependable help for seniors nearby.
Common tasks
Helpers can assist with yard work, gardening, organizing, lifting, errands, light cleaning, tech help, and similar household tasks.
How visits work
Members describe the task list, choose an available helper and time, and book help that fits the visit.
Clear limits
Linked Lives is not emergency help, medical care, personal care, hazardous work, or licensed contractor work.
FAQ
Common helper questions
Here's a list of common questions that candidates ask while going through our hiring process. If you still have questions, feel free to reach out!
How do you set your schedule?
Our app allows you to add or remove availability, anytime.
What if I can only work one day a week?
That's fine! You can add as much or as little availability as you want.
Is this a good job for students, college students, or high schoolers?
Yes. If you're comparing jobs for students, jobs for college students, or jobs for high schoolers age 16+, this can fit around classes because you set your availability.
Will I have to do medical or nursing tasks?
No. You will not perform any home health care. Senior members are fully independent and vibrant.
How are taxes set up?
As an independent contractor, you're responsible for handling your own taxes. Linked Lives uses Stripe to issue 1099 forms at the end of the year to help you report your earnings.
