The family you've been longing for.
Some of us grew up without parents or grandparents. Some have children far away, or none at all. HeartWise connects adults who want a family bond: a parent figure, a grown-up son or daughter figure, a grandparent, or chosen family.
Human Verified profiles Adults 18 and over only.
Matched with people who want the same thing.
You're only shown people looking for the same kind of connection, so expectations are clear from the first hello.
- Parent figures
- Grown-up son or daughter figures
- Grandparent figures
- Brother or sister figures
- Chosen family
Core values
Traditions, faith and what family means to each of you.
Communication
How often you'd like to be in touch, and how comfortable you are sharing feelings.
Future plans
Where you each live and want to be, so the bond can grow with regular time together.
Building a family bond
Go slowly
Family bonds take time. Start with calls or a regular coffee and let the relationship grow naturally.
Prefer the phone?
Older people can connect through LAX-Chat Support, our separate voice-only companion service.
Stay safe
All members are verified adults. Meet in public at first and never send money or share bank details.
Tomás grew up without grandparents, and Bernie had lost touch with family. Sunday dinners together have become the best part of both their weeks.
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