Care.com is a comprehensive online platform launched in 2007 that connects families with trusted caregivers—covering child care, senior care, pet care, housekeeping, tutoring, and more. As a two‑sided marketplace, it enables parents to post jobs and browse qualified caregivers’ profiles, while care providers can create listings, search for jobs, and build their reputation.
Without any charge, families can post care requests and receive applications from local sitters, nannies, tutors, or senior care providers. The site gives access to free educational content—such as expert tip collections, step‑by‑step guides on hiring, comparing care options and costs, and money‑savvy strategies like using Dependent Care Accounts to save up to $2,000 annually. A free “HomePay” tool helps manage nanny taxes and payroll, while numerous articles and checklists support families in making informed, financially smarter care decisions.
Care.com not only streamlines the process of finding reliable caregivers but also empowers parents with knowledge and confidence. Free resources like hiring guides, safety advice, and cost‑comparison tools help families make smart choices. Built‑in tools guide parents through posting, vetting, interviewing, and hiring, while content on budgeting, shared care, and legal matters equips them to plan effectively. Through these combined services, Care.com brings peace of mind, simplifies care coordination, and supports families in building stable, quality care for their loved ones.