Travel Assistance for Seniors & Children
$25-$150 per hour, 3 hour minimum
Caring, vetted companions for seniors and unaccompanied minors — from curbside drop-off to safe arrival.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
The SideAway promise to every assistant and every client.
Vetted & Background-Checked
Every assistant is interviewed and verified before joining the platform.
Happiness Guaranteed
If you're not satisfied with your match, we'll make it right — no questions asked.
Dedicated Support
A real human is one tap away, 7 days a week, before, during, and after your booking.
Multi-Skill Assistants
Most of our assistants can cover several tasks — book one person for multiple needs.
What this looks like
Travel is stressful at any age, but especially for older parents and children flying solo. Our caregivers handle every step of the journey with patience, attentiveness, and the kind of care you'd give yourself.
We coordinate with airlines, escort through security and customs, and stay on hand for the whole trip if you'd like.
Tasks your assistant will handle
- Transportation to the airport
- Carrying luggage
- Airport check-in and ticketing
- Getting through security or customs
- Navigating ground transportation
- Transportation and mobility while traveling
- Providing companion care and personal care services throughout their stay
Reviews
Real ratings from clients and assistants — launching with our first bookings.
Sign up to offer Travel Assistance for Seniors & Children
Join SideAway as a verified assistant. Set your own hours, choose the tasks you love, and get paid securely after every booking. You can offer this skill along with others you're great at.
Free to join · No upfront cost · You're always in control of your schedule
Questions from new assistants
Do I need prior experience to sign up as an assistant?+
No formal experience is required for most skills. We look for reliability, professionalism, and a great attitude. Specialized roles (driving, security, beauty) may require licenses or certifications.
How much can I earn?+
Earnings depend on the skill, your location, and how often you accept bookings. You set your availability — most assistants treat SideAway as flexible side income, others build it into full-time work.
How do I get paid?+
Payments are processed securely through SideAway after each completed booking. You'll receive payouts directly to your linked account.
Can I offer more than one skill?+
Yes — and we encourage it. Assistants who offer multiple skills tend to get more bookings and higher earnings.
Is SideAway available in my city?+
We're rolling out city by city. Join the waitlist and we'll notify you the moment we open bookings in your area.
