Companionship
It's easy to take companionship for granted, but as we get older, staying socially connected can become more challenging. Human connection is essential for wellbeing and happiness. We can be that friendly face, someone to share interests with, and provide practical support.
Companionship can help:
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Reduce loneliness and isolation
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Facilitate hobbies and new experiences
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Improve mood and reduce stress
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Bring joy and purpose
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Encourage physical activity and improve health
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Engage the mind
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Support independence
Find Wellbeing Through Companionship
Our companionship service provides a friendly, reassuring presence for those who would benefit from a supportive and familiar face. We can visit people who live in their own homes or can go to see people living in care homes. Designed to provide practical help, meaningful interaction, and emotional support for those who may be feeling lonely, vulnerable, or simply in need of a friendly presence. It’s not about taking away independence, it’s about giving agency to live life on your own terms.
After getting to know you and your interests, we would handpick a companion who shares similar interests. They will provide friendly companionship and can also help solve problems and spot opportunities to further enhance wellbeing. All of our companions are also trained as carers, so if your needs change we can continue to provide support within the same trusted relationship.
Companions usually visit twice a week for 2 hours (4 hours total).
For information about the cost of Companionship contact us or visit our FAQ page.
How Companionship Care Enhances Lives:
Meet Margaret and Jean
Jean couldn’t ignore the little changes in her mum. Margaret, had always been the life and soul of every gathering – quick with a joke and always busy with something. But after losing her husband, Margaret seemed to fade. Important bills were being missed, she kept missing appointments, the fridge was often empty, and the spark in her eyes had dimmed.
Jean felt stuck. Margaret didn’t need traditional care, but something wasn’t right.
That’s when Jean contacted us to learn more about our companionship care services.
We took the time to get to know Margaret – her hobbies, her favourite pastimes, and the things that made her smile. Then we carefully matched her with Lucy, one of our companions who shared Margaret’s love of gardening and a good book.
Lucy became so much more than a friendly face. She helped Margaret stay on top of appointments and bills, supported her with shopping, and – most importantly – brought connection and joy back into her life.
Now, Margaret’s garden is bursting with colour – a project she and Lucy tackled together, sleeves rolled up and laughing along the way. Tuesdays are for trips to the library, rediscovering a passion for mysteries, and Fridays? Fridays are all about sharing lunch, swapping stories, and laughter.
When Jean visits, she doesn’t just see her mum coping – she sees her thriving. “It’s like I’ve got mum back,” Jean says, smiling. “And she’s happier than I’ve seen her in years.”
