HelpApp launches its crowdfunding campaign to improve the lives of older adults

Author: HelpApp

It’s time to take action! HelpApp has launched its crowdfunding campaign and you can be part of the change our older people need. Find out how you can get involved and make a difference.

HelpApp: transforming lives

Founded in Spain and supported by the University of Jaén, HelpApp has been selected as one of the 20 ideas to receive backing from Santander X Explorer to launch a crowdfunding campaign. Today, we have great news: that campaign is now live!

Have you ever felt powerless when trying to help your parents or grandparents, but you couldn’t be there for them?

So have we. Today's pace of life keeps us constantly on the move, often far from our loved ones. But what if there was a solution that would allow us to be present, even when we physically can't?

HelpApp: the help you need

HelpApp isn’t just a platform; it’s a support network that connects older adults with people who are willing to offer their time and help. Imagine your 75-year-old father needs to go to the doctor. As his child, you’d love to accompany him, but you’re in another city. With HelpApp, you can find a professional to accompany him and keep you updated on his situation.

But HelpApp isn’t just about these cases; sometimes, what our elders need most is company – someone to share an afternoon walk or a game of chess. With an intuitive, easy-to-use interface, HelpApp allows older adults to find what they need quickly and without hassle. Someone to help with shopping? Learning to use a tablet to stay connected with grandchildren? HelpApp is here for them.

Benefits for everyone

For older adults:

1. Essential support: improving their quality of life, helping them stay independent and active.

2. Companionship: finding friends and others to share daily activities with, reducing loneliness.

For families:

1. Peace of mind: knowing their loved ones are in good hands.

2. Balance: helping manage personal and work responsibilities more easily.

For professionals:

1. Opportunities: offering their services in an environment that values their work.

2. Flexibility: managing their schedules and appointments conveniently.

For the community:

1. Solidarity: fostering a sense of mutual support between generations.

2. Fulfilment: helping others becomes a rewarding experience.

Moreover, HelpApp aligns with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting well-being for all ages, reducing inequalities, and fostering inclusive and resilient communities. The app contributes to improving the quality of life of older people and strengthens the social fabric, creating a positive and lasting impact.

“The idea for HelpApp came from the personal need many of us have – we want to be there for our elders, but circumstances don’t always allow it. Our goal is to help maintain the independence of older adults, be a support for their families, and create a space where the great work of professionals is recognised,” explains Nuria Cámara, founder of HelpApp.

Join the HelpApp revolution

This project is an opportunity to bring about positive change in society. Would you like to be part of a community where empathy and solidarity are the cornerstones? Help ensure that every older person feels valued, accompanied, and cared for.

The crowdfunding campaign for HelpApp has already begun. You can check the status of the campaign and find out how to collaborate here. Don’t wait any longer – be part of the change today and help improve the lives of our older generation!

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