carecom

Care.com is the largest online marketplace for in‑home care — connecting families with babysitters, nannies, senior caregivers, pet sitters and household help. The site emphasizes searchable profiles, reviews and optional background checks so you can find vetted help near you.

Founded2006

Price tier$$ (membership + pay rates)

Main focusCaregiver & household services

Service areaU.S. & international

Why choose Care.com

Search, vet and hire caregivers with membership tools and optional screening.

01Extensive caregiver networkMillions of caregiver profiles across childcare, senior care, pets and housekeeping give you broad local options and varied availability.

02Verification & screeningOptional background checks, verified badges, user reviews and detailed profiles help you evaluate candidates before meeting them.

03Flexible hiring optionsHire one‑time sitters, recurring nannies or long‑term caregivers—negotiate rates, schedules and payment directly with providers.

Finding childcare you trust

Care.com’s childcare search focuses on clarity: robust filters for experience, hourly rates and travel, plus profile photos, references and parent reviews. Members can message candidates, request interviews and arrange trial shifts. Background checks are available as an add‑on, and local postings let you compare candidates side‑by‑side to find a nanny or babysitter who fits your family’s needs.

Senior care and home support

Search for companion caregivers, in‑home aides, or live‑in help through detailed profiles that list skills, certifications and care specialties. Care.com supports scheduling, messaging and hourly or salaried arrangements so families can coordinate medication reminders, personal care and household assistance while comparing rates and availability across vetted local candidates.

Services offered

BabysittersNanniesSenior careSpecial needs carePet sitters & dog walkersHousekeepers & cleanersTutors & lessonsCompanionship & home care

Our verdict

What we like

Largest caregiver marketplace with wide local reach
Optional background checks and review system
Powerful filters and profile detail make comparing candidates easy
Flexible short‑term and long‑term hiring options

Worth knowing

Membership required to contact many caregivers
Provider quality and experience can vary by location
Background checks are optional and not automatically included

Frequently asked

Do I have to pay to contact caregivers?

You can browse profiles free, but contacting caregivers and using messaging/booking features usually requires a paid membership. Caregivers set their own rates and are paid directly by families.

Are background checks included?

Background checks are available through Care.com as an add‑on screening service. Not every caregiver will have a check—look for screening badges on profiles and ask candidates about their checks.

Can I cancel my membership or get a refund?

Memberships can be canceled via your account. Refunds are handled per Care.com’s billing terms and may be limited; contact customer support for billing disputes or trial‑period questions.