FAQs

What is Find Your Kind?

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Find Your Kind is a kindness gifting platform that allows people to send the gift of practical help. Each voucher provides two hours of non-medical in-home support from our Find Your Kind crew, ideal for carers, new parents, or anyone going through a challenging time.

Is this a medical or professional care service?

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No. This is a non-medical, non-clinical domestic support service. Our crew members are trained and vetted independent contractors, not healthcare providers or personal carers.

Payment and Gifting

Can I choose a specific date or time for the session when gifting the voucher?

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The recipient will choose their preferred date and time when redeeming the voucher, based on availability in their area. If the recipient isn’t a website user, you can redeem it on their behalf by inputting your email address at checkout.

Can I buy multiple vouchers at once?

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Yes. You can purchase multiple vouchers during checkout.

Is payment secure?

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Yes. All payments are processed via a secure payment gateway. We do not store your card details.

Can I buy multiple vouchers at once?

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Yes. You can purchase multiple vouchers during checkout.

Will my recipient know who sent the voucher?

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Yes, unless you choose to gift anonymously at checkout.

Can I include a personal message with the voucher?

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Yes. You’ll be able to add a personalised message when purchasing the voucher.

When does the voucher need to be used by?

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Sessions must be redeemed within 18 months of the booking confirmation date.

I purchased a voucher for a loved one and they don’t want it, or the person has passed away. Please contact us at help@findyourkind.com and we’ll do our best to assist you.

Booking and Availability

How do I know if services are available in my loved one’s area?

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We are expanding our service areas regularly. If you're unsure, email us at help@findyourkind.com and we'll check availability before you purchase.

What if my recipient never books the session?

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Vouchers are valid for 18 months. If unused after that time, they will expire. We’ll send gentle reminders to help them redeem it.

Can the recipient change the date after booking?

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Yes, as long as they provide 48 hours' notice, they can reschedule their session.

Can I cancel or reschedule a session?

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Yes, with at least 48 hours’ notice. Cancellations within 48 hours will result in the session being forfeited. Vouchers are non-transferable to other people or addresses. The session must be redeemed by the email address used during booking.

Can the session be transferred?

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No. The session can only be redeemed by the email confirmed during booking. It can’t be transferred to another address or person.

Why do I have to login and create an account as a customer?

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Creating an account safeguards your payment details and makes booking smoother and more secure.

What happens if you don’t have Find Your Kind Crew members in my area?

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Please contact us at help@findyourkind.com and we’ll try to find help for you.

Crew and Service Delivery

What do you do to ensure your Find Your Kind crew members are safe to work in our homes?

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All crew members undergo multiple checks including identification, criminal reference checks, and Working With Children Checks.

Can I request a specific crew member again?

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While we can’t guarantee the same crew each time, we’ll do our best. Let us know your preference.

Do crew bring their own cleaning supplies or equipment?

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No. You must provide cleaning products, cooking ingredients, and any necessary tools for safety and hygiene reasons.

Can sessions be extended beyond two hours?

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Currently, each voucher provides two hours of support. If more time is needed, an additional voucher must be purchased.

In-Home Support and Conditions

How many Find Your Kind crew members are included in each session?

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One FYK crew member per session

What does a session include?

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Each voucher covers two hours of support with tasks such as:
· Cleaning and tidying
· Laundry
· Basic meal prep (you supply the ingredients)
· Garden help (with your equipment)
· Household organisation
· Childcare (see childcare conditions)
· Dog walking (dogs assessed for safety on-site)

What can’t the crew help with?

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· Trades or home repairs
· Heavy lifting or moving furniture
· Administering medication or providing personal care

Do I need to be home during the session?

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Yes. You or a trusted adult must be present. If no one provides access within 15 minutes of arrival, the session is forfeited. Sessions can’t proceed without someone on-site.

What are the home safety requirements?

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Your home must be:
· Safe and respectful
· Accessible and hazard-free (no smoke, unsecured pets, or unsafe paths)
If the environment is deemed unsafe, the crew will leave and the session will be forfeited without refund.
Childcar

Can the Find Your Kind crew member look after my children?

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Yes, with strict conditions:
· A parent or legal guardian must remain on-site at all times
· Crew are not legally responsible for children
· Carer-to-child ratio must not exceed 1:3

Pets

Can the crew walk my dog?

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Yes, as long as the dog is assessed as safe by the crew member on-site.

Behaviour and Expectations

How should I treat the crew?

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With kindness and respect. We have a zero-tolerance policy for:
· Harassment or inappropriate behaviour
· Discrimination of any kind
Crew members may leave and escalate the issue if they feel unsafe.

Who is responsible for damage or accidents?

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Find Your Kind is not legally liable for:
· Accidental damage or property loss
· Injuries sustained during the session
· Misunderstandings about service expectations
We recommend securing fragile or valuable items.

Legal and Waivers

Do I need to acknowledge your terms and conditions or waiver?

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Yes. Before your session, you’ll confirm that you:
· Understand the scope and limitations of the service
· Accept responsibility for your environment
· Release Find Your Kind and its team from liability

What insurances do you hold?

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Find Your Kind holds public liability insurance, professional indemnity insurance, and cyber insurance to ensure the safety and protection of our clients, crew, and data.

What if the session is disrupted due to weather or emergencies?

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In extreme cases, sessions may be rescheduled. We’ll notify both parties as soon as possible.

What’s your refund policy?

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Refunds are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us at help@findyourkind.com within 14 days of purchase.

Can I use a gift voucher toward multiple smaller sessions?

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No. Each voucher is valid for one two-hour session and cannot be split.