Companion Care at Home

 

What is companion care at home?

Companion care at home is a type of in-home care that involves providing companionship, support, and assistance to seniors or individuals who need help with daily tasks and activities. This type of care can include help with things like grocery shopping, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation to appointments, as well as social activities and emotional support. Companion care can be an important resource for people who want to remain independent and in their own homes, but need a little extra help to do so.

 

What is the difference between a caregiver and a companion?

A caregiver is a person who provides care and support to someone who is unable to take care of themselves, such as a senior citizen or an individual with a disability. A caregiver may provide a range of services, from basic assistance with daily tasks, such as bathing and dressing, to more complex medical care, such as administering medication or providing wound care. In contrast, a companion is someone who provides social and emotional support to an individual, typically by engaging in activities together and providing companionship. A companion may also provide some basic assistance with daily tasks, but their primary focus is on providing emotional support and companionship.

 

What are the duties of a companion or sitter?

The duties of a companion or sitter can vary depending on the individual's needs and preferences. In general, however, the primary role of a companion or sitter is to provide social and emotional support, as well as some basic assistance with daily tasks. This may include things like engaging in conversation and activities with the individual, providing companionship and emotional support, and helping with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and meal preparation. A companion or sitter may also provide some basic assistance with personal care, such as helping with bathing and dressing and may help with transportation to appointments or errands. Overall, the goal of a companion or sitter is to help the individual maintain their independence and quality of life.

 

What does a companion do for the elderly?

A companion for the elderly typically provides social and emotional support, as well as some basic assistance with daily tasks. This can include things like engaging in conversation and activities with the senior, providing companionship and emotional support, and helping with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and meal preparation. A companion for the elderly may also provide some basic assistance with personal care, such as helping with bathing and dressing and may help with transportation to appointments or errands. The goal of a companion for the elderly is to help the senior maintain their independence and quality of life and to provide them with the support they need to continue living at home.

 

Does Medicare cover a companion?

Medicare does not cover companion care services, which are considered to be non-medical in nature. Medicare, which is a federal health insurance program for seniors and individuals with disabilities, covers a range of medical services and treatments, but it does not cover non-medical services, such as companion care. If you are in need of companion care services and have Medicare, you will need to pay for these services out of pocket or through private insurance. It's important to check with your insurance provider to determine what types of services are covered.

 

What is the difference between companion care and personal care services?

Companion care and personal care services are both types of in-home care that can be provided to seniors and individuals with disabilities who need help with daily tasks and activities. The main difference between the two is the focus of the care. Companion care is focused on providing social and emotional support, as well as some basic assistance with daily tasks, such as meal preparation and light housekeeping.

Personal care services, on the other hand, are focused on providing more extensive assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and toileting. Personal care services may also include more advanced medical care, such as wound care and medication management. Overall, the main difference between the two is the level of care provided and the focus of the services.

 

Why Choose Aviva In-Home Care for Companion Care Services?

1. A model based on family-centered care
   Aviva works closely with your family, throughout the care process, to make informed decisions about the services and support the client and family receive.
2. Highly experienced staff
   An expert management team that understands healthcare delivery, caregivers with multiple years of experience, and an organization focused on continual staff training & education.
3. Nurse oversight of care
   Utilize the clinical expertise of RN supervision to ensure that we deliver a quality experience, are compliant with physician orders, and are continually improving.
4. Private, San Francisco-based business (not a franchise)
   Our focus is on the well-being of San Francisco's elderly residents - your community is OUR community.
5. Embedded Care Management
   We ensure optimal care coordination by providing 2 hours of weekly case management time (by our Client Care Manager) free of charge for each client.
6. Hands-on management by the owner
   Direct owner involvement in the administration of care, and communication with families.
7. Affiliation with a national network of home care agencies
   Member of The Seniors Choice, an organization that shares best practices, promotes continual learning/education, and develops service competencies within its network.