Companionship 

Our companion services aim to prevent feelings of loneliness and support clients to gain the confidence they need to live the life they want. Companionship is the company of another person whom you enjoy spending time with such as your carefully matched Care Professional.Companionship Care can:

• Help you or your loved one to keep active.
• Make sure you or your loved one have company and someone to socialize with.
• Help to build confidence in going outside the home.
• Encourage participation in activities inside and outside the home.
• Help families take a rest from caring with peace of mind.

Why is Companionship Care important?
Loneliness can have serious effects on a person’s health and Home Instead aims to prevent social isolation by providing companionship care at home. Many people we support simply want company and conversation, whether they live alone and may not see family and friends as often as they would like, or just want a companion when going out to appointments or to do the shopping.
 

Home visits by Home Instead mean that you and your loved ones have peace of mind knowing that you have the company and support of a friendly and trusted Care Professional. Whatever support you need, we match you with a Care Professional to be your companion. They will share in your interests and accompany you in whatever you like to do whether that’s crafts, going for a walk, out for lunch or watching a football match. Having care at home can be a big adjustment and starting with a companionship service means that if a time comes when you need extra help, there is already someone you know and trust to provide care and support.

We know you want the best for your loved one, so when it comes to arranging home care, we’ve made it easy with personalized, attentive care that adapts as your needs change.

Organizing care shouldn’t feel like a trust fall. By taking the time to listen and understand your unique circumstances, we’re confident we can help your loved one live a more independent life at home, while helping you find balance as a caregiver.

From warm and friendly companionship, to specialised, practical care that puts their needs and preferences first, we are changing the way people think about home care.  

The amount of home visits you have will depend upon what you want and need from companionship care. This could vary from several hours a day to just a few hours a week. Contact your local Home Instead office and they will work with you to agree a bespoke plan of care and support that meets your needs.