Companionship Services
Companionship Services
As seniors age, simple chores like light housekeeping, preparing meals, medication management, driving a car or staying connected to family and friends can present a challenge. Having someone around to give a helping hand, offer friendly visits and enjoyable conversations is all they need to live comfortably at home. CareFirst is here to provide a helping hand when it’s needed most. Our compassionate team addresses the essential home care and companionship needs of your loved ones, keeping them happy, active and engaged.
What is Companion Care?
Companion care is usually a less intensive, non-medical service often including activities like driving to an appointment, playing cards, going on walks, visiting family and friends, and anything that keeps the patient busy and enjoying life. Many seniors living at home alone need companionship and mental stimulation, but not necessarily hands-on care. For example, many families find themselves living very far or having busy schedules that don’t allow them to take good care of their elderly loved ones. Companion care is perfect for such adults who would want to enjoy their independence at home with a friendly, compassionate companion who regularly visits to sit, chat, and reminisce.
Our companion care services include:
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Adult and elderly home
companion visits – Providing companionship, friendship and emotional support - Giving medication reminders
- Assist with writing letters and correspondence
- Talking, listening and sharing experiences
- Connecting with loved ones through e-mail and social media
- Engaging in stimulating activities such as art projects, exercises, games and reading
- Scheduling assistance – Driving the client to appointments and other outings
- Respite and family relief
Homemaking
In addition to being a friendly companion, our caregivers can:
- Keep the house clean and tidy
- Help with laundry
- Prepare nutritious meals
- Dispose garbage
- Assist with light housekeeping
- Help with personal care and other daily activities if needed
Our companion care services include:
- Adult and elderly home companion visits – Providing companionship, friendship and emotional support
- Giving medication reminders
- Assisting with writing letters and correspondence
- Talking, listening and sharing experiences
- Connecting with loved ones through e-mail and social media
- Engaging in stimulating activities such as art projects, exercises, games and reading
- Scheduling assistance – Driving the client to appointments and other outings
- Respite and family relief
Homemaking
In addition to being a friendly companion, our caregivers can:
- Keep the house clean and tidy
- Help with laundry
- Prepare nutritious meals
- Dispose garbage
- Assist with light housekeeping
- Help with personal care and other daily activities if needed
Get Started with Companion Care
Research has shown that social interactions have a significant impact on the life expectancy and overall well-being of seniors. Other additional benefits of using senior companion care include:
- Professionally trained personal care attendants who develop strong friendships with their clients in a caring and nurturing manner.
- Enhanced nutrition and quality care
- Improved safety and security, especially if someone lives alone
- A way to stay mentally and socially active, which is critical to a healthy senior life
- Offers peace of mind to concerned family members who are unable to provide continuous assistance to their loved ones.
- Meaningful companionship to those who have limited ability to travel or move around perhaps due to their health conditions.
An important note is that companion care and homemaking is different from home health agency services. A home health aide has additional licensing for personal hands-on care and provides skilled medical care that a standard care provider can’t give according to state law. However, companionship care is often times more affordable, allowing your senior loved ones to receive genuine care and enjoy their independence at a reasonable price.
Trust CareFirst with Home Senior Care: Companion and Homemaking Services
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Is your aging family member, friend, or loved one in need of good companionship and emotional support? The experienced caregivers from CareFirst are available to provide the extra non-medical assistance needed to live safely and comfortably at home. Our compassionate team will work with you to determine the best schedule for your unique situation to make this experience as seamless as possible. Get in touch with our Companion Care representatives to receive a free in-home consultation today and get to know if home care might work for you.
Dependable
We provide prompt, reliable professional caregivers to meet the individual needs of your loved one.
Responsive
At CareFirst we pride ourselves in listening first then quickly responding to your needs.
Experienced
CareFirst caregivers are trained by an in-house nurse manager. In addition, we meet or exceed the training standards set forth by the State of Alabama and The Office of Senior Citizens.
Bonded & Insured
As an added protection for our clients, all of our employees are fully covered for liability while on the job.
24-Hours Availability
Someone is on call 24 hours. Speak to a live person and get immediate results–not an answering machine!
Drug Screening
Drug screens are performed initially, and also throughout the year. In addition to background checks, we check for any abuse history, fraud, and sex offense.
Background Checks
As a condition of employment, caregivers consent to a criminal background check. They must maintain an offense-free record to be employed by CareFirst.
Alzheimer's Specialists
CareFirst caregivers have access to the best, high quality training program which includes Alzheimer's and Dementia Training recognized by the Alzheimer's Association. The employee training and monthly continuing education program is managed by our supportive and knowledgeable nurse manager. In addition, our caregivers are experienced in dealing with dementia patients. Applied knowledge equals experience, and our goal is to bring peace of mind to family members who are impacted by this disease.
Why Choose CareFirst
Our clients tell us they are thankful for the difference CareFirst makes in their life and their loved one’s lives.
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Our Home Service Areas
Did you know we serve not only the city of Birmingham, AL but also the surrounding area? Here’s a complete list of all the areas in which we currently provide senior home care:
- Fultondale, AL
- Gardendale, AL
- Leeds, AL
- Moody, AL
- McCalla, AL
- Pinson, AL
- Liberty Park, AL
- Pelham, AL
- Chelsea, AL
- Homewood, AL
- North Shelby County, AL
- Hwy 280 Area
- Birmingham, AL
- Vestavia Hills, AL
- Mountain Brook, AL
- Bessemer, AL
- Irondale, AL
- Hoover, AL
- Helena, AL
- Trussville, AL
- Alabaster, AL
- Cahaba Heights, AL
- Birmingham Metro Area
