Companion Care in Glenside
No one group of Americans is more impacted by the ongoing loneliness epidemic than seniors. The heartfelt companion care provided by A Place At Home – Glenside helps seniors in Glenside, Jenkintown, Willow Grove, and the surrounding areas stay engaged and feel supported. We do more than help out with tasks – our caregivers create long-lasting relationships and become trusted friends.
What Does Companion Care
Look Like?
Although the preference of most seniors is to age at home, it can still be a very lonely experience. In the event that seniors have loved ones that live nearby and visit regularly, the days in between visits are often long. Seniors can enjoy brighter days more often with A Place At Home – Glenside’s companion care services. Our companion caregivers give seniors something to look forward to, whether we’re watching a favorite show together, playing cards, or simply sharing a cup of coffee.
What is companion care?
Our other senior care services usually involve assistance with personal care or activities of daily living, but companion care is all about preserving the social lives of Glenside seniors. We’re passionate about helping local seniors live their best lives. A Place At Home’s companion caregivers are trusted friends for seniors to chat with, share in their favorite hobbies, and accompany them to appointments.
These services also take the pressure off family caregivers who may struggle to balance their loved one’s appointments and tasks with their own responsibilities. If your senior loved one could be helped by both companion care and non-medical caregiving, just let us know.
What does companion
care include?
Stimulating conversation
and socializing
Participating in favorite
hobbies or activities
Opening and sorting
through mail and email
Help navigating and interacting with people on social media
What is companion care?
Companion care helps keep seniors’ daily lives active and engaging. It allows older loved ones to retain their independence and age in place without experiencing social isolation.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), isolation and loneliness can pose serious health risks to older adults. Experiencing loneliness long-term can lead to a higher risk of depression, anxiety, dementia, heart disease, stroke, and more.
Having a companion to talk to, turn to, and experience moments with can make a huge difference in a senior’s quality of life. It takes the pressure off of family caregivers when they can’t be with their loved one due to other responsibilities and empowers seniors to live a more fulfilling day-to-day life.
Who provides companion care?
Although some of our team members are required to have specialized training or licenses to complete their work, companion care is a route any kindhearted person with the right training can take. A Place At Home’s staff includes compassionate home health aides, companions, and homemakers who share our commitment to brightening the days of Glenside seniors.
Match With a Caring Companion
Our friendly companions enrich the lives of Glenside seniors. Reach out to your A Place At Home – Glenside team to learn more about how we can support you.