Companion Care

While it’s entirely possible for some adults to live their entire lives without the need for additional physical support as they age, the one thing impossible to be self-reliant on is companionship. Emotional support and socialization are core human needs that, unfortunately, can diminish as family members develop their own routines and partners and friends pass away.

Visiting Angels of Loveland provides in-home elderly companion care services through visits with our Angel caregivers. Their genuine kindness, patience, and empathy make them the perfect companions for older adults who simply need the warmth of human connection.

How Elderly Companion Care Looks Day-to-Day

Elderly companion care combines practical support with kindness and compassion. Our vetted and trained caregivers visit clients at home, where they spend time together – akin to having your best friend nearby. Each person receives the kind of support that best matches their needs and preferences. For you or your loved one, elderly companion care could look like:

• Early-morning chats over tea or coffee
• Playing Pinochle, Canasta, or another favorite card game together
• Prepping lunch or dinner and sitting down for a shared meal
• Dignified and discreet help with bathing, grooming, and getting dressed
• Folding laundry or lightly cleaning together while listening to your favorite playlists
• Safely moving around the house with a steady hand to help
• Warm encouragement, mutual participation, and transportation to activities outside of the house when appropriate
• Gentle reminders to take medications and attend appointments on schedule

The small acts that make up companion care can make a profound difference in your loved one’s day-to-day outlook, knowing a positive presence is always nearby.

Related Video: This recent Visiting Angels video explores the concept of companion care in greater depth.

When is Companion Care the Right Fit?

Companion care primarily focuses on emotional and social support, and is often selected by clients who are relatively self-sufficient with their daily needs. While companion care might include light help around the house, running errands, and personal care, it’s less intensive than our other types of care services.

Companion care from Visiting Angels Loveland might work well for your situation if you or your loved one:

• Lost a spouse or close loved one whom you heavily relied on for companionship
• Have isolated yourself and rarely interact with others
• Have admitted to having feelings of loneliness or boredom
• Recently lost the ability to drive or travel safely on your own
• Could use an extra pair of hands to help with small tasks at home
• Need to reclaim confidence living independently

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Personalized Care Makes All The Difference

One of the best parts of choosing elderly companion care from Visiting Angels is the personalization we bring to each visit. We begin every relationship by getting to know the ins and outs of what makes a person who they are – their needs, hobbies, preferences, and habits – and we build a care plan around those things.

Our caregivers, too, have a genuine passion for bringing joy to others, which they do by learning about what makes their clients happy. You’ll see it in the delicate way they ease your Mom into her favorite recliner or when they put your parents' most treasured album on during dinnertime. Angel companions are much more than employees at work – they become part of the family or very dear friends.

Related Reading: Read further on what it means to be a companion caregiver with Visiting Angels Loveland.

Begin a Conversation to See if Companion Care is Right for Your Family

A conversation is what companion care is all about! And with one phone call, we can help you decide whether companion care is the best solution for you or a loved one. Visiting Angels Loveland operates throughout Colorado’s Northern Front Range, bringing brighter and more engaging days to older adults from Fort Collins and Laporte, through Timnath and Windsor, all the way to Greeley, Eaton, and Severance.

Just call 970-292-5668, and we’ll start with an easy-going conversation to learn more about what it would be like to partner in your loved one’s care.