The phone rings
At the time you choose, on the landline or mobile they already use. It's a real call — they just pick up and talk.
A daily check-in. Peace of mind.
Daily calls for Mom or Dad. You know how they are doing.
Porchlight calls at the same time each day for a warm, unhurried conversation. Minutes later, you receive a simple summary—so you can worry less, while she keeps using the phone she already knows.
No app for your parent. No login. No device to charge.
Today's summary · 9:14 AM
"Connie sounded bright. Slept fairly well, had breakfast, expecting a visit from Margaret at eleven."
How it works
Three things happen. Every day.
A real conversation
Porchlight asks how they slept, whether they've eaten, how they're feeling, and listens. Two to five minutes, never rushed.
You get the summary
A short text or email in plain language. If something sounds off — or nobody answers — you're told right away.
Nothing to learn
No new technology to learn — just clear, simple conversation.
- No app to download, no account, no password.
- No smart speaker, wearable, or sensor in the house.
- Works on any phone, just add the trusted number.
- They can say "not today" and the call ends politely.
A sample call
A friendly voice, not a script.
Choose who calls: a voice, a face, a tone, and a pace that suits your parent. Porchlight speaks slowly, waits for answers, and never talks over anyone. If your parent wants to chat about the garden for a minute, that's fine too.
Choose their companion
Sarah
Warm and unhurried · American · Midwest
A soft, steady voice that leaves plenty of room to answer.
Listen to a sample
Live voice samples are played during setup.
Speaks slowly, with longer pauses between questions.
Tuesday · 9:00 AM · with Sarah
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A real recording — the transcript below follows along as it plays. Voice, tone and pace above change the written example, not this clip.
Sarah
Hi Connie, it's Sarah from Porchlight. Just checking in today to see how everything is going.
Connie
Oh, hello Sarah. I'm doing alright, just having my morning tea.
Sarah
That sounds nice. Did you sleep okay last night?
Connie
Not too bad. I was up once, but I got back to sleep.
Sarah
I'm glad to hear it. Anything on your mind today, or plans with Margaret?
Connie
Yes, she's coming by at eleven. We're going to sit on the porch.
Sarah
That sounds lovely. I'll check in with you again tomorrow, Connie. Have a good day.
Speaks slowly, with longer pauses between questions.
What you see after a call
A quiet signal, not a diagnosis.
Porchlight listens for subtle changes in how your parent sounds — fatigue, confusion, low mood, breathlessness — and turns them into a simple 1–5 “worth checking in” signal. Below are three example nudges a family might receive.
9:41
Tuesday
9:41
Porchlight
nowConnie's check-in is done
Connie sounded bright and slept well.
Signal 2/5 · All seems well — no action needed
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9:41
Thursday · 9:21 AM
Connie · Daily check-in
Call lasted 6 min 12 sec
Signal 3/5
Worth checking in
Slower answers, asked who was calling twice, and a poor night's sleep.
What we heard
FatigueConfusion
Suggested next step
A quick call this evening is probably enough.
Call Connie
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9:41
Saturday · 9:15 AMPlease check on Connie today
Connie seemed short of breath and unusually quiet.
Signal 5/5
Shorter answers, more pauses, and walking to the kitchen 'wore her out.'
What we heard
BreathlessnessFatigue
Call Connie now
Notify Margaret (neighbor)
A signal to check in — not a medical diagnosis.
What the score means
The score is a simple signal, not a medical diagnosis. It is designed to help families notice changes without guessing.
1–2 · All seems well
No action needed. A peaceful day.
3 · Worth checking in
A gentle call or text to your parent is sensible.
4–5 · Please check today
A person should follow up soon. In an emergency, call 911.
Family Reminders
More than a check-in. A helpful reminder, too.
Add appointments, medications, birthdays, anniversaries, and everyday reminders from the family dashboard. Porchlight brings them naturally into the daily call, so your loved one hears them on the phone they already know.
Medication reminders
Share a simple reminder using the wording your family chooses.
Appointments and plans
Mention an upcoming appointment, visit, errand, or transportation time.
Birthdays and anniversaries
Help important family dates feel remembered and celebrated.
Everyday notes
Add a personal message, household reminder, or something to bring up during the next call.
You add the reminder. Porchlight delivers it warmly and at the right time.
See How Family Reminders WorkPreview
How Connie will hear it
Porchlight
Before we finish, Sarah asked me to remind you that it is time for your morning medication.
Medication · Daily
Morning medication
2026-07-30 at 09:00
Medication reminders are informational only. Porchlight does not provide medical instructions or confirm that medication was taken.
During the call
A gentle mention, near the end.
The reminder arrives the way a neighbor would say it — in the middle of a friendly conversation, never as an alarm.
Porchlight
Before we finish, Sarah asked me to remind you about your appointment at two this afternoon.
Connie
Oh, thank you. I had nearly forgotten.
Porchlight
You're welcome. Would you like me to mention it again tomorrow morning?
Family controlled
Only authorized family members can add or change reminders.
Spoken naturally
Reminders are included in the conversation rather than delivered as harsh alarms.
Easy to change
Edit, pause, or remove a reminder from the family dashboard.
Pricing
A simple plan for every family.
No contracts, no equipment, cancel any time.
Check-In
A daily call and a simple summary, for one family member.
$39/mo
Billed monthly — $39 a month
- 1 daily check-in call
- Family text or email digest
- 1 family member on the dashboard
- Up to 3 active family reminders
- Missed-call alerts
- Cancel any time
Best for one person keeping an eye out.
Choose Check-InMost popular
Family Circle
Everything in Check-In, shared across the whole family.
$69/mo
Billed monthly — $69 a month
- Everything in Check-In
- Up to 5 family members on the dashboard
- Unlimited family reminders
- Shared reminder management for up to 5 family members
- Mood and health trend charts
- Priority escalation alerts (SMS + call)
- Weekly trend recap
Best when siblings want to see the same thing.
SelectedPeace of Mind+
Everything in Family Circle, plus a person you can call about it.
$99/mo
Billed monthly — $99 a month
- Everything in Family Circle
- Unlimited family reminders
- Personalized recurring reminder routines
- Weekly summary written for your concern
- On-demand check-in calls any time
- A direct line to Porchlight
- Priority support for setup questions
Best when you're watching one specific concern.
Choose Peace of Mind+Add-ons
Optional extras you can add to your plan
Add them now or later — nothing here changes the daily call itself.
White-glove setup
$49 one-time
Porchlight professionals place the first call to walk your loved one through what to expect, and confirm everything is working as intended.
Gift subscriptions
6- or 12-month codes
Pre-paid gift codes for Mother's Day, Father's Day, and other holidays and occasions. No recurring or subscription management needed.
Referral credit
1 free month for both
Refer another family and you both get a free month. Nothing to add here — the credit applies automatically once they start.
Your selection
- Family Circle · billed monthly$69/mo
Recurring: $69 a month
Continue to setup
You won't be charged until setup is finished.
Prices are per senior receiving calls, in US dollars. Caring for two parents in the same home? One plan covers the household.
What users are saying
Families who sleep a little easier
Real reasons people keep the light on: a call that never rushes, a summary that reads like a person wrote it, and siblings who finally see the same thing.
Careful about what it is — and isn't.
Porchlight is companionship and a daily signal that things are alright. It never gives medical advice, never diagnoses, and never replaces emergency services. If a call raises concern, we tell you plainly and quickly so a real person can decide what to do.
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