Fierce Health Payers October 9, 2019
Andrew Parker recognized that his aging grandfather, who had early dementia, needed more support around the home.
But “Papa,” as Parker’s family called their grandfather, didn’t need traditional home care services; he needed a social connection. Parker’s family connected Papa with a local college student in the Miami area to help him manage his daily life and provide companionship.
“He absolutely loved it,” Parker told FierceHealthcare.
That connection between two distinct generations inspired an idea—”grandkids on demand.” In 2016, Parker launched his Miami-based healthcare company called Papa to tackle loneliness and social isolation among seniors. The company uses digital tools, such as a website, mobile app and call center to match aging seniors with college students.
His company is...
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