Checking in.
So someone keeps watch.

Who it makes sense for.

Checking in is not a question of age. It helps anyone who is on their own at times:

• Living alone Whether you are 25 or 85: when nobody else is at home, nobody notices if something happens.
• Working alone In the garden, the workshop, on the farm, out in the field or on a night shift.
• Out on your own Hiking, running, cycling or foraging, often where the mobile signal is weak.
• Travelling Long drives, travelling alone or in places you don’t know.

How to arrange it.

• A fixed time For example every morning by 10 o’clock, or “if I’m not back by 6 pm”. Clear times avoid guesswork.
• Who keeps an eye on it At least two people, in case one is unavailable. They should know that they are responsible.
• What happens next First call, then send someone who has a key. If there is immediate danger, call 112.
• Where you are Before a trip, say where you are going and when you plan to be back. Only share your location with people you trust.
• Allow for false alarms A flat battery or a dead spot can happen. A little leeway on the time and a calm call first take the pressure off.

This works without any app: with a message in the morning, a call after a trip or a sign for the neighbours, such as open curtains. All that matters is that everyone knows the arrangement.

How anynear will help.

We are currently working on check-ins in anynear. You choose a template, for example for working alone, being out or daily, and decide who in your circle keeps an eye on it. If you don’t check in on time, those people first get a reminder and later an alert. Until then, your circle in anynear already helps you let each other know.