Companion care app · iPhone & Android

Never face an appointment, errand, or outing alone.

PalMate Connect matches you with vetted, background‑checked companions — real people who show up and stand with you.

On both app stores Frisco, TX‑based

Vetted through Didit Live GPS tracking Gold Badge vetting tier
A PalMate companion walks arm-in-arm with a smiling older client as they leave a medical clinic together
we've got you ♡
8 servicesfrom clinic visits to travel
100% vettedID + background screening via Didit
2 app storeslive on iPhone & Android
Frisco, TXbuilt in Texas, available across the U.S.
How it works

Three steps to someone by your side

PalMate Connect is a matching app: you choose your Pal, see their vetting, and stay protected the whole visit.

1

Download & match

Get PalMate Connect free on iPhone or Android. Browse verified companions near you — photos, services, rates, and vetting status up front.

2

Book your Pal

Pick the service and time. Each PalMate sets their own rate, so you know the cost before you confirm. Message securely in the app.

3

We show up — protected

Your Pal arrives with Guardian mode on: live GPS, ETA alerts to your emergency contacts, and a panic button — for both of you.

it's like having a friend on call →  Get the app

Safety first

Guardian mode watches over every visit

Safety isn't a feature we added — it's the reason the app exists. Every PalMate completes identity verification and background screening through Didit before their first booking.

  • Verified profilesGovernment ID checks through Didit — every companion, no exceptions.
  • Live GPS & ETA alertsFamily can follow the visit in real time; emergency contacts get arrival updates.
  • Panic buttonOne tap alerts our team and your contacts — built for clients and Pals alike.
  • Gold Badge tierCompanions who complete extended vetting earn a visible Gold Badge you can filter for.

Read how we keep the community safe

Maria Willingham, founder and CEO of PalMate LLC
Why PalMate exists
"I faced a surgery alone, and I promised myself no one else should have to sit in that waiting room by themselves. We don't just show up — we stand with you."
— Maria Willingham, Founder & CEO, PalMate LLC

Read Maria's story

Founding community

Be one of the first

PalMate Connect launched in 2025 and the community is growing every week — real companions, real clients, real visits. Early members shape what PalMate becomes.

Already used PalMate? Leaving an honest review on the App Store or Google Play helps the next family find a trusted Pal.

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Questions, answered

What families ask us first

What is PalMate Connect?

PalMate Connect is a companion care app by PalMate LLC (Frisco, Texas) that matches people with vetted, background‑checked companions — called PalMates — for medical appointments, errands, social outings, and anywhere you'd rather not go alone. It is free to download on iPhone and Android.

Are PalMate companions background checked?

Yes. Every PalMate completes identity verification and background screening through Didit before they can accept bookings. Companions who complete additional vetting earn a Gold Badge, and every visit can be tracked live with Guardian mode, GPS sharing, and an in‑app panic button.

How much does a PalMate companion cost?

Each PalMate sets their own hourly or per‑visit rate in the app, so prices vary by companion and service. For context, companion care in the Dallas–Fort Worth area typically runs $20–29 per hour. The app is free to download; optional subscription plans start at $15 per month.

Does Medicare pay for companion care?

No. Medicare does not pay for companion care, because it is non‑medical support rather than home health care. PalMate visits are paid privately through the app, with each companion setting their own rate.

What does a PalMate companion NOT do?

PalMates provide presence and support — not medical care. A PalMate does not administer medication, provide nursing or personal care, give medical advice, or replace licensed home health services. They accompany, assist, and stand with you. See the full comparison on our Services page.

Where is PalMate available?

PalMate Connect is available across the United States on iPhone and Android. PalMate LLC is headquartered in Frisco, Texas, where the companion community first launched. Companion availability in your area depends on PalMates active near you in the app.

Where we are

Built in Frisco, Texas.
Available across the U.S.

Our home base is 6160 Warren Parkway, Suite 100, Frisco, TX 75034 — and PalMates serve families nationwide through the app.

Visit or contact us  Call 470‑265‑5923

Map showing the PalMate LLC office at 6160 Warren Parkway, Frisco, Texas Open in Google Maps © OpenStreetMap contributors

Someone by your side is
a download away.

Free on iPhone and Android. Browse vetted companions near you today.

Download PalMate Connect on the App Store Get PalMate Connect on Google Play

or call us — a real human answers: 470‑265‑5923