# Shift Buddy

> A quick-reference tool and incident logger for caregivers and DSPs

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.jason.shiftbuddy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.jason.shiftbuddy)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.jason.shiftbuddy`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Jason\_DSP
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 38
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-06
- **First published:** 2026-05-06
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 51 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-06-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jason.shiftbuddy)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mcardlejsn.github.io/ShiftBuddy-privacy/](https://mcardlejsn.github.io/ShiftBuddy-privacy/)

## Description

Shift Buddy is a practical, easy-to-use tool designed specifically for Direct Support Professionals and caregivers working in group homes and care facilities.<br><br>When a difficult situation arises during your shift, the last thing you need is to panic or second-guess yourself. Shift Buddy gives you instant access to clear, calm action steps for the most common challenging situations you face on the job.<br><br>Situations covered:<br><br>Aggressive Behavior<br>Refusing Medication<br>Meltdown / Emotional Distress<br>Refusing to Eat or Drink<br>Sleep Issues<br>Fall or Injury<br>My Own Situation<br><br>Features:<br><br>Clear step-by-step guidance for difficult situations<br>Quick incident logging with severity levels and notes<br>Incident history to track patterns over time<br>Works completely offline — no internet required<br>No account needed — open it and go<br>HIPAA safe — all data stays on your device<br><br>Want more features for your organization? Check out DSP Buddy — the professional version designed for group home organizations, includes PDF export, voice transcription, category filtering, and ability to add multiple residents. Visit https://dspbuddy.app for more information.<br><br>Built by a caregiver, for caregivers.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.jason.shiftbuddy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.jason.shiftbuddy)