Elderly Companion Care in Boston, MA
Loneliness and isolation are the biggest challenges that seniors face in their elder years. They crave companionship but are hesitant to ask anyone - not wanting to burden their family or friends.
Companion care services delivered by the compassionate caregivers at Visiting Angels® in Boston provide that level of human connection, and the daily assistance, elderly individuals need to go about their routines at home safely and comfortably.
While our senior companion program does include help with basic tasks and activities that many seniors with age-related issues find challenging to complete alone; the real work is mostly companionship.
With companion services, older adults in Boston get to enjoy a meaningful friendship with their visiting angel. Some often go on to develop a relationship so deep, there is a sense of family with one another.
Contact UsWhat is Companion Care?
Our companion care program at Visiting Angels - Boston includes a wide range of caregiving duties. It is an excellent option for seniors who need a helping hand but don't require more advanced forms of support. For example, a caregiver could run errands for the care recipient, perform light household chores, or prepare nutritious meals.
That being said, our caregivers do so much more than offer basic assistance with daily routines. They also work to decrease feelings of loneliness and improve their care recipients' quality of life in important ways, like:
- Looking through photo albums and sharing family stories
- Reading books, newspapers, or magazines aloud
- Playing board games, cards, or doing crossword puzzles
- Watching favorite movies or TV shows together
- Listening to music and reminiscing about past memories
- Taking walks or encouraging light physical activity
- Gardening or tending to indoor plants
- Cooking or baking simple meals together
- Arts and crafts, such as painting, knitting, or scrapbooking
- Attending community or church events (if mobility allows)
- Working on small household projects like organizing keepsakes
- Engaging in meaningful conversations to provide emotional support
Most importantly, our caregivers act as a listening ear and a shoulder to lean on, giving seniors the dedicated attention they need to maintain their emotional well-being.
Differences Between Senior Companion Care and Personal Care
When arranging care for an aging relative in Boston, it's helpful to understand the differences between our primary services. While companion care does include assistance with physical tasks like doing laundry, cooking, and running errands, it does not cover support with personal care routines. For seniors who need help with getting dressed, bathing, or grooming, our personal care program is the best choice.
Get Started with Companion Care from Visiting Angels Boston
Our locally-owned senior care agency serving Boston and nearby communities like Cambridge and Brighton makes getting started with companion care easy for seniors and their family caregivers. Just contact our office at (617) 995-3737, and we'll book a free care consultation with you and your loved one.
Based on the information we gather during this consultation, we'll create a customized care plan to suit your loved one's needs and preferences. Care plans are typically designed to make daily life safer, easier, and more comfortable for elderly or disabled adults. If your loved one ever requires additional forms of care, we can modify their care program at any time to ensure all their care requirements are appropriately addressed.
Are you ready to help a loved one get started with companion care? Simply reach out to Visiting Angels Boston today to schedule a no-cost consultation.
Serving Boston, Cambridge, Brighton and the Surrounding Areas
Visiting Angels BOSTON, MA
1 Washington MallBoston, MA 02108
Phone: 617-995-3737