How the story began

Our story

What is the reason for our existence, and what problem are we solving? Beep for Help exists because there is an increasing demand for help at home, but no suitable supply. We bring everyone who could use a hand and everyone who loves to help together in one easy and friendly place. Why do we do this? To give people a helping hand and ensure that those who need help actually get it ❤️

Read about our motivation

Our growth ambitions and where we stand

Since Beep for Help was founded in 2022, we have helped many people at home: refreshing houses, doing laundry, tending to gardens, providing personal support, and preparing fresh meals. We have also contributed to a more enjoyable living environment through various odd jobs.

Our growth figures tell us not only about our dedication but also about the lives we have made a little bit brighter. We are proud of that. We are working toward bringing friendly, customized help to people all across the Netherlands in the near future.

7,000+
Tasks completed
1,500+
People helped
70+
Superhelpers
14,000+
Hours of help provided
Our motivation

Beep for Help is solving the care crisis ❤️

Beep for Help is solving the care crisis.
That would be fantastic! But unfortunately, we can't do it alone. However, we can dream and actually do something about it. And that is exactly what we have done.

Caregivers are struggling
We are living longer and our care system is under pressure. Often, it is the caregivers who look after their loved ones. This is wonderful, but it can also be overwhelming. The result? Caregivers who burn out and loved ones who may not always receive the best support.

The elderly want to remain independent
Many elderly people also want to continue living at home, with the freedom to do everything independently. Without having to ask someone else all the time.
Beep for Help was founded to truly contribute to the solution.
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Young families need time for each other
And then there are all those young people caring for their families or communities who really need some downtime to recharge. We provide the space to easily and quickly call in help for daily tasks. So that they, in turn, can better help others.

The solution
We offer daily, non-medical help that is a breeze to arrange on our platform. We stand for simplicity, speed, and trust. No fine print, no surprises.

Beep for Help makes asking for and offering help as easy as possible via our app and website. We have a dedicated team ready to ensure we never have to say 'no' when it's really needed. Superhelpers can follow their hearts and provide care, while those seeking help get the support they deserve. Together, we make a difference and tackle the care crisis, with our hearts ❤️

Who are we?

The founders' story

Turning dreams into reality. Some people can do it. That’s exactly what Carlo and Gerard did: two friends who took a great idea and turned it into real action by founding Beep for Help. Their dream is to bring people together and tackle the practical problems caused by an aging population. With Beep for Help, they aim to offer freedom to the elderly, caregivers, and others by giving people the chance to help one another.

The elderly want to lead their lives independently, and caregivers could use some help to ensure they don't lose sight of themselves. Who takes care of the caregiver? Care provided through certain regulations often involves long waiting lists or is only available when things have reached a breaking point.

Beep for Help was born out of the need for a simple, reliable, and modern solution to the problems of today. Just nearby, without paperwork or formal assessments. At the right moment, whenever you need it.

We are working with great enthusiasm to help more and more people in the Netherlands. We believe that, together with our Superhelpers, we can contribute to solving the challenges our society faces.

Questions?

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