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Crowd Care Expands Its Reach into Kansai

Crowd Care, a pioneering company headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, provides a unique platform offering paid caregiving services, including visitations, rehabilitation, domestic help, and living support. As of today, the company has announced an exciting enhancement—its expansion into the Kansai region. This includes the areas of Osaka, Kyoto, and parts of Hyogo, with an official service launch timeline set for March 2026.

Background to the Expansion

Since its establishment in 2016, Crowd Care has operated under the principle of enhancing quality of life for many through care. They have consistently addressed the needs that traditional care insurance cannot cover, thereby filling a vital service gap in society. With a robust existing network serving the Greater Tokyo metropolitan area and a team of approximately 1,800 aides, Crowd Care has developed a reputation for reliability and quality over the years.

With Japan's aging populace and shifting family structures prompting increased demand for flexible, out-of-pocket caregiving options, Crowd Care identified a growing need within the Kansai area. Local feedback has indicated a strong desire for their services in regions not previously serviced. As such, the company has diligently prepared to deliver high-quality care consistently while expanding its outreach to meet these demands.

New Service Areas

Osaka Prefecture

In Osaka, Crowd Care will provide services across numerous districts, including:

• - Osaka City: Asahi, Abeno, Ikuno, Kita, Konohana, Joto, Suminoe, Sumiyoshi, Taisho, Chuo, Tsurumi, Tennoji, Naniwa, Nishi, Nishinari, Nishi-Yodogawa, Higashi-Sumiyoshi, Higashi-Nari, Higashi-Yodogawa, Hirano, Fukushima, Minato, Miyakojima, Yodogawa.
• - Sakai City: Kita, Sakai, Naka, Nishi, Higashi, Minami, Mihara.
• - Kita-Kawachi: Ikeda, Ibaraki, Suita, Shimamoto, Settsu, Takatsuki, Toyonaka, Minoo.
• - Naka-Kawachi: Kashiwara, Higashiosaka, Yao.
• - Minami-Kawachi: Osaka Sayama, Kawachinagano, Taishi, Tondabayashi, Habikino, Fujiidera, Matsubara.
• - Senshu Area: Izumi, Izumi Otsu, Izumi Sano, Kaizuka, Kishiwada, Kumatori, Sennan, Tadaoka, Tadaoka, Hannan.

Kyoto Prefecture

Crowd Care’s offerings will also extend to several wards in Kyoto city:

• - Kyoto City: Ukyo, Kamigyo, Kita, Sakyo, Shimogyo, Nakagyo, Nishikyo, Higashiyama, Fushimi, Minami, Yamashina.
• - Yamashiro Area: Oyamazaki, Nagaokakyo, Mukou.

Hyogo Prefecture

Services will include various districts in Kobe:

• - Kobe City: Kita, Suma, Tarumi, Chuo, Nagata, Nada, Nishi, Higashinada, Hyogo.
• - Hanshin Area: Ashiya, Amagasaki, Itami, Kawanishi, Takarazuka, Nishinomiya.

Recruitment of Freelance Caregivers

Crowd Care is currently seeking freelance and part-time caregivers to work within the newly expanded service areas. They aim to build a dependable network similar to their existing base in the Kanto region, where about 1,800 caregivers are already registered.

Job Responsibilities

Freelance caregivers will assist with a variety of tasks, including:

• - In-home caregiving and assistance
• - Accompanying clients to medical appointments and providing hospital assistance
• - Accompanying clients on outings and leisure activities
• - Day and night supervision
• - Dementia care
• - Household chores and assistance
• - Other living support services
• - Accompanying on travel
• - Shopping assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Caregivers have the liberty to select their working hours and locations, including options for single-hour shifts just once a month. This flexibility makes it ideal for homemakers, parents, and older adults who might be working elsewhere. Crowl Care accommodates short, spot, night, and long-term work schedules, allowing caregivers to efficiently utilize their available time.

Competitive Compensation

Hourly wages range from ¥1,500 to ¥2,000, with opportunities to exceed ¥3,000 based on performance and user satisfaction. Those with caregiving, nursing, or medical qualifications are preferred, but applications from those without specific certifications are also welcome. Bonuses are available for early morning and late-night shifts or last-minute assignments, increasing their pay.

Streamlined Registration Process

To register as a caregiver, the following steps are followed:
1. Application Submission: Interested candidates must register through the official website, after which they will be contacted by Crowd Care's administrative team.
2. Orientation & Interview: A brief introduction regarding working with Crowd Care will be followed by an interview for those interested.
3. Training: Comprehensive training ensures even new caregivers feel confident.
4. Job Applications: Candidates can review job opportunities and apply based on their availability.
5. Service Delivery: Caregivers will conduct services at the clients' homes and subsequently receive feedback from them.

Crowd Care guarantees liability insurance and injury insurance for all registered caregivers, thereby ensuring a safe working environment.

For further information on the registration process, please visit: Crowd Care Caregiver Registration

To learn about the experiences of caregivers working with Crowd Care, visit: Crowd Care Caregiver Insights

About Crowd Care

Founded in August 2016, Crowd Care has dedicated itself to alleviating the caregiving challenges faced by many individuals. By connecting caregivers with those needing support through a user-friendly platform, it has become a leader in non-insured caregiving solutions. Their mission remains to foster happiness through care.

Service Offerings

• - In-Home Care: From ¥2,750 to ¥3,300 per hour (plus transportation costs)
• - Shopping Assistance: ¥550 per visit (plus transportation costs)
• - Custom Services: Quoted as needed
• - Private Rehabilitation Services (Kanto area only): Currently offered at a promotional rate of ¥5,500 for a trial session (60 minutes).

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