All we truly have is each other
Aloi
We are building the first social media app where caregivers and families can find care and connect with their community by combining social networking with care matching.
How it works
Create a profile, post updates with photos or videos, ask questions, share resources, donate goods, and connect with verified caregivers through our matching system and mutual connections.
Community First
Connect with other families going through similar experiences. Ask questions, share advice, resources, and support each other in a safe, trusted space.
Find the Right Care
Meet families and caregivers through your network. See mutual connections, message directly, and find care that actually fits your needs.
You're Not Alone
Maybe you need diapers, you're running low on groceries, or you're facing a new diagnosis. This is a space to ask for help, offer support, and show up for each other.
The Reality
Did you know the global childcare market is expected to reach $479 billion by 2033? The demand is massive. Yet millions of families still struggle to find reliable care, and costs continue to rise.
General: The Numbers Behind Childcare
40% of children worldwide lack access to quality childcare.
Childcare costs have risen 51.8% from 2023 to 2025, outpacing inflation and consuming a significant portion of household income.
17% of parents of children aged 0–5 were unable to find childcare when needed, primarily due to high costs.
Disability: Why Inclusive Care Matters
2.2 million children under the age of 5 in the U.S. have a physical, intellectual, or developmental disability.
60% of parents report difficulty locating suitable programs and resources, with many feeling that information is scattered.
Only 1 in 10 childcare providers are fully equipped to serve children with disabilities.
Parents & Caregivers
Free
Aloi is free for parents and caregivers - and always will be. Care is already expensive; community shouldn’t be. Build connection, offer advice, or find work. Everyone’s welcome, no matter where you are in your journey.
Connect with others through mutual friends
Post to your community board
Get matched with care or work opportunities
Give back when you can
Agencies & Organizations
Contact Us
If you’re an agency looking to help families find care, we’d love to hear from you. Aloi is building a network of trusted, community-first partners. Reach out to learn more about joining our pilot program.
Get early access to list your agency and reach families directly
Direct communication with families, leading to better engagement
Position your agency as a community-first, trusted partner
Founders
Ashleigh Bayer
CEO & Engineer
Our RootsAloi was built from a story of resilience, sacrifice, and love - and a promise born from altruism, the selfless devotion two women embodied, and koi, symbolizing strength and perseverance in the face of adversity.When I was just a kid, my two aunts - both in their fifties - dropped everything to raise my brother and me to keep us out of the system. The years that followed were incredibly hard: no financial support, no community resources, and no access to affordable childcare. They faced poverty, abusive caregivers, and made sacrifices they never imagined at that stage of life.But through it all, they never once hesitated.I’ve carried their strength with me in every chapter of my life - from working with children and families for over a decade, to specializing in disability care, to leading marketing efforts in the tech and AI space.My story is just one among millions. And it taught me something simple but powerful: all we truly have is each other, and together, that’s enough.
Douglas Calhoun
CTO
ImpactHaving Douglas on board has been the biggest blessing to this company. Having met through a mutual friend while Douglas was hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, his heart for service and people-first mindset show up in everything he builds.Doug began his journey in AmeriCorps NCCC, serving as a reading coach in rural South Carolina and a camp counselor for children and adults with disabilities. Later, he transitioned into tech - bringing the same care and purpose with him. He’s spent over a decade mentoring new developers, helping launch innovative training programs, and building paths for people who didn’t come from traditional tech or academic backgrounds.Doug brings deep technical expertise, a teacher’s patience, and a servant-leader’s heart to Aloi.
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