About Companionship
Friendly, respectful company for older adults or people who spend long periods at home and would value conversation and day-to-day social support.
Who may enquire about this service?
Older adults, people living alone, or families arranging additional non-clinical support.
What may be discussed?
- Conversation and social interaction
- Reading, hobbies and simple activities chosen by the person
- Companionship during agreed daily routines
- Updates to the family within the agreed communication arrangement
Preparing for the discussion
- Share the home location and preferred dates or schedule.
- Explain the everyday support being requested and what the family can manage.
- For clinical services, have current instructions from the treating healthcare team available through an agreed appropriate channel.
- Identify the family contact and preferred communication method.
Before arranging care
JNS will ask about the location, desired schedule, the support being requested and any relevant care instructions. The family and JNS should agree the service description, responsibilities, staffing arrangement, charges and contact process before the start date.
Important scope and safety information
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Frequently asked questions
What does companionship usually involve?
It may include conversation, reading, simple activities and agreed social support, based on the person’s interests and preferences.
Is companionship a nursing service?
No. Companionship is non-clinical social support and does not replace nursing, medical supervision or emergency care.
Can families request a particular routine?
Yes. Preferred activities, language, timings and communication with family can be discussed before confirmation.