Companionship Service

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At Home Instead Senior Care Warwickshire we recognise the importance of maintaining interests and hobbies as part of promoting independence and dignity for our clients. Our CAREGivers are able to provide support as a Companion, with many becoming Friends. Below are just some examples of the support we are able to give:

• Offer companionship and conversation

• Arrange appointments

• Help with travel arrangements

• Stimulate mental awareness
 
• Escort to appointments

• Assist with clothing selection
 
• Assist with entertaining
 
• Help with reading
 
• Participate in hobbies and crafts
 
• Monitor diet and eating
 
• Buy magazines, papers and books
 
• Rent and play films
 
• Plan visits, outings and trips
 
• Visit neighbours and friends
 
• Accompany to lunch or dinner
 
• Attend plays or concerts
 
• Attend club meetings and sporting events
 
• Record family history
 
• Discuss current/historical events
 
• Reminisce about the past

 

I have been very impressed with Home Instead Senior Care when they have been caring for my patients. So much so that I have invited a member of their team to my surgery to speak to some of my elderly patients. I know that people can struggle on by calling upon their families or friends to help, but it is so much better for them if they bring in outside assistance so that their families and friends are able to return to their proper role. Home Instead is the perfect solution to help people with their needs - from just a few hours to help around the home right up to 24/7 support for those with more critical needs. - General Practioner (Doctor), Stratford upon Avon