Companionship care
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Companionship Care in New Forest
Relationship-led and supportive Companionship Care in New Forest from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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The New Forest Companionship Care team, here to help every step of the way
Companionship care is a vital service in the New Forest, where over 20% of the population is aged 65 and above, many living alone. At Home Instead New Forest, our highly qualified team has decades of collective experience, backed by a Good CQC rating, ensuring top-tier elderly care. We specialise in companionship care at home, addressing loneliness, encouraging social interaction, and supporting daily activities tailored to individual needs. Our approach is empathetic, focusing on building trust and delivering consistent care that enhances quality of life while keeping clients connected to their local community.
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Get in touch Why Companionship Care may be right for you
Companionship care offers more than just company; it’s about ensuring seniors feel valued and engaged in their daily lives. At Home Instead New Forest, our companionship care is tailored to support seniors in familiar surroundings, which research shows is vital for mental health. Our local team goes the extra mile by creating a personalised experience, whether assisting with daily activities, accompanying clients on walks in the New Forest, or sharing moments over a favourite hobby. With a deep understanding of local needs, we offer companionship care that’s warm, reliable, and centred on enhancing daily life.
What we do to care for your loved ones
We offer two types of home care: hourly care, where we visit at set times, or live-in care, where a carer resides in the home. Both are overseen by our care management team and delivered by compassionate Care Professionals. Each care package is made up of a unique mix of services to meet your needs.
Home help & meal prep
Keeping the home environment clean, safe, and nourishing with home-cooked meals.Personal care
Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always respecting the dignity of your loved one.Mobility support
Helping your loved one move around their home safely, including transfers and positioning.Health appointment management
We support you to attend those important health appointments.Community engagement
We enable you to continue to do the things you enjoy, be it a visit to the garden centre or your local art group.Transportation
Assistance getting you from A to B, whether it be to go visit a friend or help with your shopping.Medication management
Ensuring medicines are taken correctly and on time, supporting overall health.
Huge thanks to everyone at Home Instead Lymington for their professional and supportive assistance in providing care for my father.
We needed and received, gentle handholding into the unknown world of care, the team could not have been any more helpful, supportive, professional and caring had they tried.
They introduced the care team to my father over a two-week period in a very sympathetic manner, he was always comfortable and happy in their presence.
It would be fair to say that the care extended to supporting the family during a very difficult time.
The team created a warm, welcoming and relaxing atmosphere through their professionalism and always had the best interests of every member of the family at heart.
Fabulous service!
T (Son of Client)
Welcome and reliable.
Ann M (Client)
Outstanding service.
Very proactive. Carers take on board all needs, extremely kind and patient.
Sally R (Daughter-in-law of Client)
My darling husband died last November 23rd at the age of 82 with Parkinson’s dementia. For the past few years, he had been looked after by a great team from Home Instead (New Forest).
This included personal care and companionship. This company employ high calibre of staff and consequently derive great care.
J H (Wife of Client)
Thank you Home Instead (New Forest) for all of your help in supporting me with my recovery. The whole experience I received felt very personal and I felt my opinions were always listened to and taken into account. Your carers were lovely and I will miss them all.
Penny B (Client)
Tailored Companionship Care in New Forest
We understand the importance of maintaining a routine and staying connected to the community. Our companionship care includes practical help like trips to familiar places such as New Forest Community Centre for social events or to the local GP for health visits. Our Care Professionals also accompany clients on weekly outings, like a visit to a nearby café, where they can chat and relax. By providing companionship care that respects each client’s preferences, we help them stay active and connected, bringing comfort and familiarity to their everyday life right here in New Forest.
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Get in touch Trusted Companionship Care from experienced home care professionals in New Forest
The Care Professionals at Home Instead New Forest bring both qualifications and compassion, with many trained in areas like dementia support. They’re driven by a commitment to provide exceptional care, understanding that companionship care goes beyond routine tasks—it’s about building connections and making a positive impact. Whether it’s helping with daily errands or being a trusted companion, our team is fully invested in each client’s wellbeing. With in-depth knowledge of companionship home care, our professionals strive to make each day meaningful, safe, and comfortable for those they support.
Additional support and activities in New Forest
In the New Forest, we’re proud to be part of a supportive network for seniors. Our team regularly hosts dementia awareness sessions and community talks to help families understand the benefits of companionship care. We also partner with local dementia-friendly cafés and senior social groups to encourage clients to engage in the community. For additional support, we recommend local initiatives such as the New Forest Care Professinal’s Hub and other senior social services that provide activities and resources designed to reduce isolation.
FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the New Forest team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Totton, New Milton, Lymington, Hythe, Marchwood, Barton on Sea, Milford on Sea, Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst, Beaulieu,
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
SO41 8, BH25 5, SO42 7, SO41 0, SO45 1, SO45 4, SO45 2, BH23 8, SO41 5, SO40 8, BH24 4, SO40 2, SO40 3, SO43 7, SO41 9, SO41 3, SO41 6, SO40 7, BH25 6, SO40 9, SO45 3, SO45 6, SO45 5, BH25 7, SO40 4
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead New Forest a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead New Forest is one of 250 locally owned offices that collectively form Home Instead UK. Together, we care for 16,000 clients, delivering one million hours of home care each month. This unique combination of community-focused local offices and the resources of a national network enables us to provide personalised, relationship-led care while leading research and innovation that is transforming the experience of aging. Our services include companionship care, personal care, specialist care (including dementia, palliative, and Parkinson’s), and live-in care.
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - What is the difference between companionship and personal care?
Companionship care focuses on a clients social needs and daily tasks at home whereas personal care is support with daily living such as bathing or dressing.
- What does a companion do?
Primarily our Care Professionals are there to listen and interact with our clients, providing them with a trusted, friendly face that can ease the feelings of isolation and loneliness you or your loved one may feel.
- When should I or my loved one consider companionship care?
Older adults living alone won’t always need companionship care, it is often most beneficial for individuals who require more social interaction or feel isolated from friends and family.
- How often should I have companionship calls at home?
When you or your loved one need different care and support such as personal care, we will meet with you to ensure you get the support that you need from your Care Professional.
Reach out and talk to the New Forest team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the New Forest team. If you would like more information about our high quality Companionship Care service, please call us on 01590 637 250, or fill out the form below.
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