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VERONAHOME CARE SERVICE

Companionship Care

Companionship Care at Home

Friendly company, good conversation and a helping hand with everyday life, so you or your loved one can feel connected, cheerful and less alone.

Verona Home Care carer laughing over a card game with an older man during a companionship visit
CQC rated Good

Company That Brightens the Day

Loneliness can affect anyone, especially after losing a partner, moving home or when family live further away. Companionship care brings regular, friendly visits from a carer who takes a genuine interest in you.

Visits are shaped around what you enjoy, whether that is chatting over a cuppa, playing cards, gardening, baking or heading out for a walk. It is about enjoying life, keeping routines and having someone to share the day with.

Carer walking arm in arm with an older man in a local park during a companionship visit

Who Companionship Care Can Help

  • Older adults who live alone or feel isolated
  • People who have recently lost a partner
  • Anyone who has lost confidence going out alone
  • People living with early memory loss
  • Families who live far away and want reassurance

How We Support You

  • Conversation and company

    Time to talk, laugh and share stories over a cup of tea.

  • Hobbies and interests

    Puzzles, cards, reading, crafts, music or gardening together.

  • Trips out

    Walks, cafés, community groups and visiting friends.

  • Keeping routines

    Gentle prompts with meals, drinks and daily plans.

  • Light help at home

    Small tasks that make the day easier.

  • Updates for family

    Peace of mind that someone is checking in.

What Is Included and What Is Not

Included

  • Friendly visits and conversation
  • Shared hobbies and activities
  • Accompanied walks and trips out
  • Prompts with meals and drinks

Not included

  • Personal care, unless added to your care plan
  • Medical or nursing tasks
  • Transport arrangements unless agreed

How Your Care Is Planned

We find out what you enjoy, what you used to love doing and what you would like to do more of. We then match you with a carer who shares some of your interests, so visits feel natural and enjoyable.

How to Arrange Care
Carer baking scones with an older woman at home as part of companionship care
  1. 1

    Talk to us

    Tell us what is happening and what support you are looking for.

  2. 2

    Assessment

    We visit to understand needs, routines and wishes.

  3. 3

    Your care plan

    We agree visit times and tasks with you and your family.

  4. 4

    Reviews

    We check in regularly and adjust the plan as needs change.

Companionship Care Across South Yorkshire

We provide companionship care in people's homes across Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster and Sheffield.

Rated Good by the CQC

Good in Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

Companionship Care: Your Questions Answered

It depends on you. Many people enjoy conversation, hobbies, a walk or a trip to a café. We plan visits around your interests.

Enquire About Companionship

Send a short enquiry and our care team will be in touch using your preferred contact method.
Preferred contact method

Please do not include detailed medical information.

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Rated Good by the CQC(opens CQC report in a new tab)

Let's Talk About the Support You Need

Our friendly team is here to listen and answer your questions, with no obligation.