Maine's premier personalized matchmaking service

 CARA

A traditional matchmaking service

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Find Your Perfect Match

At Cara Matchmaking, our mission is to bring the trust and personal touch of traditional matchmaking to the lives of all who are ready to find their perfect match. We're committed to making your search for the perfect match a safe, private, and fun experience. 

 

 

 How it Works

  1. We meet and chat so the matchmaker can get to know you

  2. We'll discuss potential matches

  3. You decide who you'd like to meet, with help from the matchmaker

  4. We contact the person you're interested in meeting first to arrange a date or phone call

  5. A date is made, and you're on your way to finding love!

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ABOUT

'Cara' is the Gaelic word for companion or soul mate

The Founder

For more than 25 years, Noreen has been helping people find love, marriage, and lasting friendship, and her mission is to help bring joy and companionship to the lives of many more. Native to southern Maine, Noreen has helped thousands of Maine singles find that special someone.      

The Service   

Cara, after the Gaelic word for beloved companion, practices the traditional art of matchmaking. Cara is not an online dating service, a series of personal ads, or a fad formula for compatibility; it is a real person who understands the subtleties and nuances of compatibility and chemistry. At Cara, you're more than a profile and a set of pictures.   

Noreen Tierney Rochester - Founder & Matchmaker

Noreen Tierney Rochester - Founder & Matchmaker

Our Commitment to You

Cara Matchmaking strives to provide you with a safe, private, and fun way to meet local people that are right for you. Here are some of the ways Cara works for you:  

  • A skilled matchmaker personally guides and coaches you through the process

  • Profiles are created in-person, ensuring honesty and accuracy

  • Members may be asked to undergo criminal background checks

 
 
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TESTIMONIALS

See what clients are saying about Cara Matchmaking

Heather and I have spent almost every day together since you introduced us and we couldn’t be happier. I really think she’s the one. She’s amazing. I still can’t believe it. You’re awesome!
— Brian D.
Noreen, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for everything. When we met, I was skeptical to say the least, about meeting someone and certainly didn’t think I’d fall in love. You laughed and said “you never know what can happen so just open your heart and let me get to work on this”. You told me to relax, there was no pressure, it might take weeks or months for you to find my perfect match. I was relieved and wasn’t even sure I wanted to meet my “match”. The next week, you introduced me to William. That was nine months ago and we’re more in love every day. Thank you Noreen.
— Rebecca B.
It’s been an incredible two months with Linda. I wanted to touch base to let you know that things couldn’t be better. After a painful divorce, I really didn’t hold out much hope of finding this kind of happiness but thanks to you, I have. She asked me to let you know she’s just as happy as I am. We both thank you Noreen.
— Richard M.
I can’t express how grateful I am to have met you. You made me feel like a million bucks when I needed it most. Scheduling that first meeting took some courage but was so worth it. I hope you’re doing well and will join us when we celebrate our marriage this summer.
— Kim and John
The day I met you on the beach and mentioned that I was single and couldn’t find a job, was the day that my life changed. You immediately took me under your wing and made me feel like everything would be okay. You introduced me to Kate and found me a job within a week. I’m crying as I write this as I am profoundly touched by your kindness and compassion. To say that you saved me is an understatement. It has been several months and my life is forever changed because of you. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving me the opportunity to find love and happiness. You’re an angel.
— Jim C.
You’re my very gifted matchmaker Noreen and I’m so grateful for all you’ve done for me and James. My life changed the day he came into it and I feel blessed. I found love and made a friend in you all at the same time! James and I will stop by to see you soon!
— Karen W.
I wanted to drop you a note to let you know how things are going with Katherine. All I can say is that I’m happy, truly happy. After my wife died, I believed that I’d never find love again. I didn’t want to. You convinced me that when it was time, it would happen. You weren’t very patient and insisted that I have coffee with Katherine. You prepared us both for our “date”. We later realized that neither of us wanted to go, we weren’t ready, or so we thought. You told me to show up, open my heart and see what happens. I won’t tell you what I thought about that. Thankfully, I listened. Katherine and I are on a beautiful journey that I hope continues for the rest of our lives. Thank you for your compassion and your willingness to hold my hand through a difficult time.
— Thomas H.
 
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MEMBERSHIP

Join for less than the cost of many online dating sites

 

Join for $499 per Year

Cara Matchmaking is committed to providing as many people as possible with the opportunity to find that special someone. A Cara membership includes: 

  • Unlimited introductions

  • Ongoing, personalized support from the matchmaker

  • Invitations to all member events

 
 
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PRESS

Cara Matchmaking in the news

 
Portland Press Herald, June 28th, 2020

Portland Press Herald, June 28th, 2020

Maine Today, March 10, 2014

Maine Today, March 10, 2014

Village Soup, February 12, 2016

Village Soup, February 12, 2016

WGME, November 15th, 2018

WGME, November 15th, 2018

Maine Women Magazine, March 14, 2014

Maine Women Magazine, March 14, 2014

WGME, February 8th, 2017

WGME, February 8th, 2017

Portland Press Herald, February 9th, 2020

Portland Press Herald, February 9th, 2020

 

 

Give us a Call

Call us today to schedule a meeting with the matchmaker. There's no cost, and we know you'll see why so many singles are choosing personalized matchmaking over online dating. 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Send a Message 

Your privacy is very important to us. All information you share with us through a form, over the phone, or in person will be kept confidential. Your name, email address, and phone number will not be shared with any third party for any reason.