Your loved one needs social interaction in their home to thrive, such as playing cards, scrapbooking or taking walks to combat loneliness and depression. A home companion can provide this.
Start searching for reliable companions by getting referrals from family, friends and colleagues. Religious houses, senior centers and retirement communities may offer shut-in programs.
Social companionship
Many clients value the consistent companionship provided by home caregivers. This allows them to build a rapport with their carer while also giving regular structure in their life. Furthermore, homecare workers are better able to detect behavioral changes quickly and adjust accordingly.
Companions can also drive seniors to their favourite places – this might include social events, community gatherings or simply strolling through their neighborhood. They can assist in shopping and preparing meals so mealtimes become social opportunities rather than stressful tasks.
Home companions provide invaluable assistance, but they should not be seen as substitutes for nurses or carers – they cannot dispense medication or conduct medical tests. At Visiting Angels we can arrange a free home consultation so we can find your loved one the ideal home companion and tailor their schedule and care plan to their specific needs.
Help with daily tasks
Too much isolation of an elderly loved one can result in both physical and mental health issues. A home companion caregiver can keep them socially engaged, as well as improve their mood.
Home companions may be found either through an agency or independently. Agencies often conduct background checks and conduct extensive screening processes before providing replacement companions if needed.
Home companions typically possess less training than personal care aide/caregivers, making them the best option for people needing non-medical assistance with daily tasks like meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping and driving to run errands. A home companion also can provide social interaction and supervision but cannot provide hands-on care such as bathing or ambulating for their clients; taking them shopping, restaurants or events instead.
Medication reminders
Medication reminders can assist seniors in taking their prescribed medications on time. These devices and applications may come in the form of tangible products or mobile apps; some are tailored specifically for specific medical conditions; while others provide generic reminders that can be tailored specifically for each user.
Pill dispensers with apps work to automatically dispense medication at the appropriate times. Caregivers can monitor these systems remotely to ensure compliance and reduce errors; some are even HIPAA compliant and alert family members if an dose goes untaken or missed altogether.
Senior Helpers’ companion care service could be ideal if an older adult begins to display cognitive decline, has difficulty living alone in the house or needs assistance getting around. We offer free in-home consultations where our care providers will get to know the individual before offering recommendations for care services.
Assistance with transportation
Companion care providers can be an invaluable service for seniors who no longer drive, or whose family live far away. They can arrange rides to medical appointments, grocery store shopping trips and other essential errands.
Elderly adults often find the aging process has them feeling isolated and lonely, so having someone around to chat with, go for walks with, watch movies with or play games can help combat depression and loneliness.
Home companions provide much-needed assistance for seniors as they undertake household tasks. Home companions can assist in cooking meals, doing laundry and keeping the house tidy; they may even assist in walking pets and attending to litter boxes as needed. Such helpers can be found through home health agencies, community organizations, independent caregiver contractors or volunteer programs.
Peace of mind
Peace of mind refers to an internal state of calm and serenity, or freedom from worry and stress. Achieve peace allows individuals to accept challenges more readily while managing them more successfully in healthy ways.
Piece of Mind” and “Peace of Mind” are often used interchangeably; however, each has different connotations. While peace of mind refers to inner serenity and contentment, whereas giving someone “a piece of your mind” usually refers to giving an angry lecture and making your disapproval clear.
Peace of mind can be hard to come by when faced with difficult circumstances or mental health challenges, which is why companion care services offer invaluable support when you need it most.