How care at home can help reduce loneliness and isolation
Published: 13/01/2023
Our home is a place of refuge and comfort where we can relax and spend time with our loved ones. But as we get older, especially if we find ourselves living alone, there is a chance we can start to feel a bit lonely and isolated there. We can prevent this from happening by ensuring we, or our loved ones, stay connected with family and friends.
At Right At Home we offer an invaluable Companion Care service providing support where it is needed most. Our Companions are not just available for elderly clients but for adults of any age that would benefit from the companionship. It is a wonderful service that reduces loneliness and isolation by supporting an individual's independence and overall well-being.
Below are some of the ways the service can help;
Social Interaction
Companion care can support social interaction in a variety of ways. This could be transportation to meet up with a friend, or providing the companionship of someone to have a cup of tea and a natter with at home. At Right At Home, we also support regular activities in your local area, such as seeing a show at the 'Orange Tree Theatre' or taking a stroll around Richmond Park. Our CareGivers are trained to recognise signs of loneliness or depression and can make suggestions to help alleviate this. Such as providing an opportunity to meet people or take up a new hobby. Both of these are great ways to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Getting outside of your home and spending time with others in your community helps you get back to living a full life. The companionship service is invaluable for ensuring that you remain active and engaged within your community.
Practical help
Companionship helps with practical tasks, such as running errands, grocery shopping, and attending appointments. We can also help with routine household tasks that may have become difficult such as cleaning, leaving you more time to do the things you enjoy. In addition, for those with more severe health issues such as dementia, companion care can provide the necessary support that family members and other caregivers often cannot. Our companions assist in keeping up with daily routines and staying socially engaged, which are both essential aspects of maintaining your overall health and well-being. With a trusted companion to provide assistance, guidance and support, you can enjoy a higher quality of life in the comfort of your own home.
Emotional support
Sometimes all someone needs is emotional and moral support, and our Care Companions care great at providing this. They can offer a warm friendly face to talk to and spend time with, and can also reassure and comfort in times of worry or distress. They act as a listening ear without judgement while providing companionship that can help boost mood and general wellbeing. This can be especially beneficial for those who may feel lonely or isolated for several reasons. It can provide a feeling of connectedness and being part of something again. Companion care services can help people find more joy in life by creating meaningful relationships and engaging in enjoyable activities.
Peace of mind
Additionally, companion care can provide peace of mind for family and friends who otherwise might worry about their loved one's safety and well-being if they live alone. By having an experienced and compassionate CareGiver available regularly, families can rest assured that their loved one is in safe and capable hands. This is why Companion care is a popular choice for people who want to stay independent and connected to the people and things they love.
If you want to know more about how Right At Home can help reduce loneliness and isolation for yourself or a loved one, contact us on 0203 3763535. One of our Homecare team will be happy to listen to your concerns and explain to you how our Companion Care services will be able to help. Living by yourself, or not being able to get out as much as you used to, doesn’t mean that you have to feel lonely.
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