Companionship care
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Companionship Care in Oldham and Saddleworth
Relationship-led and supportive Companionship Care in Oldham and Saddleworth from compassionate and experienced home care professionals.
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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for 18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for 18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
The Oldham and Saddleworth Companionship Care team, here to help every step of the way
In-home companionship care provides essential social and emotional support, helping to alleviate loneliness in older adults. Through regular visits, our Care Professionals offer more than just physical assistance – they engage clients in meaningful conversations, activities, and even outings that enhance mental and emotional well-being. For many older people, especially after the loss of a long term partner, the chance to share stories, enjoy hobbies, or simply have someone to talk to brings significant comfort and joy. Additionally, companionship care at home helps clients remain connected to their community, family, and friends, building a strong support network that fosters a sense of belonging and reduces feelings of isolation.
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Get in touch Why Companionship Care may be right for you
At Home Instead Oldham and Saddleworth, we select our Care Professionals by applying the ‘mum test’ – would I want this person caring for my own mum? With that in mind you can be confident that support will be provided by caring individuals who have diverse life experiences and engaging personalities. Most of our Care Professionals have lived in the area for many years and are ideally placed to share their knowledge and stories. They make great companions for trips out locally, whether that be to Alexandra Park, Oldham Gallery, Saddleworth Museum or a gentle walk around Dovestone reservoir. Our Care Professionals don’t wear uniforms so they can blend in as a family member of friend when out and about.
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.
Home Instead provide first class care. My care professionals are patient, kind and very reliable. I am very happy with the service they provide.
Paul, Client
As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.
Elisie, Client
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Get in touch FAQs
- Which towns and postcodes do the Oldham and Saddleworth team service?
Our office provides care for people at home in the following areas:
Oldham, Chadderton, Stalybridge, Royton, Mossley, Hathershaw, Werneth, Uppermill, White Gate, Coppice, Glodwick, Coldhurst, Spring Hill, Butler Green, Limeside, Primrose Bank, Watersheddings, Derker, Marsden, Moorgate, Sholver, Thorp, Busk, High Crompton, Heyside, Holden Fold, Copster Hill, Oozewood, Micklehurst, Delph, Grasscroft, Holts, Grotton, Diggle, Brushes, Dobcross, Royley, Summit, Carrbrook, Cowlishaw, Oldham Edge, Austerlands, Luzley Brook, Hurst, Nimble Nook, Bardsley, Alt, Clough, Hurst Cross, Denshaw, Heyrod, Wood End, Shaw, Thornham, Netherley, Shaw Side, Lees, Lingards Wood, Dale, Higginshaw, Haggate, Linfitts, Hollinwood, Springhead, Brook Bottom, Greenfield, Hollins, Hollins, Lydgate, Woodlands, The Hague, Millbrook, Moorside, Jubilee, Narrow Gate Brow, Moorhey, Mumps, Shaw Edge, Crompton Fold, Chadderton Fold, Lime Gate, Springs, Castle Hall, New Delph, Tunnel End, Easter Gate, Clough Lee, Dirker, Gate Head, Woods, Deer Hill, Castleshaw, Harrop Dale, Carrbrook Fold, Stalyhill, Park Bridge, Mossley Cross, Chadderton Heights, Pob Green, Green Owlers, Heyheads, Cocker Hill, Arlies, Stocks, Low Crompton, Healds Green
If your town doesn’t appear above please check the postcodes below to see if we cover your area:
OL4 2, OL1 1, OL1 4, OL1 2, OL4 1, OL8 3, OL4 5, OL8 2, OL3 7, OL6 8, OL5 0, OL3 6, SK15 2, OL4 3, OL9 7, OL2 7, HD7 6, OL9 6, OL9 0, OL1 3, OL2 8, OL2 6, SK15 1, OL2 5, OL3 5, OL6 6, OL8 1, OL6 9, OL4 4, SK15 3, OL8 4, OL9 8, OL9 9, OL5 9
Search here if you cannot see your town or postcode - Is Home Instead Oldham and Saddleworth a locally owned home care organisation?
Home Instead Oldham and Saddleworth 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 Oldham and Saddleworth team today
Enable your loved ones to continue to live their life with the support of the Oldham and Saddleworth team. If you would like to hear what clients say about us please take a peek at our Home Care verified reviews. If you would like more information about our high quality Companionship Care service, please call us on 01457 874566, or fill out the form below.
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