Elderly care
Compassionate companions and trained carers to support older family members with daily living, mobility and company.
Caregiving, the way it should be
Verified caregivers for the people you love.
Riaya connects families across Qatar with trusted, background-checked caregivers for elderly care, childcare and patient recovery — booked, paid and protected in one beautiful app.
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What is Riaya?
Care you can trust, for every stage of life
Riaya (Arabic: رِعاية, “caregiving”) is a marketplace built for Qatari families. Whether you need someone to look after an elderly parent, care for your children, or support a loved one recovering from illness, we make it easy to find a caregiver you can rely on — and we stay with you the whole way.
Childcare
Reliable, vetted caregivers to look after your children with the attention and warmth they deserve.
Patient recovery
Experienced carers to help loved ones recover safely at home after illness, surgery or hospital stays.
Why families choose Riaya
Everything you need, in one app
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Verified caregivers
Every caregiver submits ID and certificates that our team reviews. Only approved carers become bookable — look for the verified badge.
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Protected payments
Pay securely at booking. We hold the funds in escrow and only release them to the caregiver once the session is complete.
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Live location & SOS
Follow your caregiver’s live location during a session, and trigger an instant SOS alert if anything ever feels wrong.
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In-app chat
Message your caregiver directly to share details, instructions and updates — all kept inside the booking.
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Ratings & reviews
Read honest reviews from other families, and leave your own after each completed session.
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Family households
Add family members to a shared household so everyone can see and manage bookings together.
Simple from start to finish
How Riaya works
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Search & choose
Browse verified caregivers near you, filter by care type and rate, and read their reviews.
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Book & pay safely
Pick a date and time, then pay securely. Your money is held safely until the session is done.
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Relax & review
Stay connected with chat and live location during the session, then leave a review.
For caregivers
Do meaningful work. Get paid fairly.
Join Riaya as an independent caregiver, set your own rate and schedule, and connect with families who value your skills. Get verified once, then start receiving bookings.
- Set your own hourly rate and availability
- Guaranteed, on-time payouts through escrow
- Build your reputation with reviews
Loved by families
Families trust Riaya
★★★★★
“Finding a verified carer for my mother used to be so stressful. With Riaya it took minutes, and I could follow the visit from my phone.”
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AishaFamily, Doha
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“The escrow payment gave me real peace of mind. I only paid when the session was done, and the caregiver was wonderful with my kids.”
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FatimaFamily, Al Rayyan
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“My father needed care after surgery. The caregiver was experienced and kind, and the SOS button made us feel safe.”
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KhalidFamily, Al Wakrah
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Frequently asked questions
How are caregivers verified?
Every caregiver submits their ID and certificates, which our team reviews before approving them. Only verified caregivers appear in the app.
How do payments work?
You pay securely when you book. Riaya holds the funds safely and only releases them to the caregiver after the session is completed.
Is my family safe during a session?
Yes. You can chat with your caregiver, follow their live location during the visit, and trigger an instant SOS alert if you ever need help.
How do I become a caregiver?
Apply on our website with your details and documents. Once our team approves you, download the app and log in to start receiving bookings.
Which areas do you cover?
Riaya serves families across Qatar, including Doha, Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah, with more areas being added.
Bring trusted care home
Download Riaya and find a verified caregiver for your family today.
Coming soon to the App Store and Google Play.