Are you looking for quality companion care in Evanston, IL? Visiting Angels provides in-home companion care services to help your loved one with the activities of daily living. With our support, they can keep their independence and stay safely and comfortably in their own home.

Visiting Angels Northbrook serves Evanston, IL and the surrounding areas, including Glencoe, Glenview, Highland Park, Highwood, Kenilworth, Northbrook, Skokie, Wilmette, and Winnetka.

What Is Companion Care?

Companion care covers a variety of services and every care plan is tailored to the specific needs of each individual and family. But in general, the goal of companion care is to provide temporary or complementary support through social interaction and help with chores or activities. This gives relief to the full-time caregiver and allows families to keep their loved one at home instead of having to move them to an assisted living facility or nursing home.

How Our Caregivers Can Help

Visiting Angels caregivers offer services ranging from basic to specialized care for your loved one or respite care for the caregiver. We are available on your schedule, including weekends and holidays, or even 24-hour care if you need it. Whether it's an aging parent or older adult, someone with a chronic illness or disability, or even extra support for you and guidance in transition care after a hospital stay, we help people maintain their independence and quality of life.

Companion Care Services Offered in the Evanston, IL

Companion care is much like what it sounds like; it offers assistance and socialization for your loved one in need. Here are just some of the care options our home care providers offer:

• Activities and socialization, including walks, games, and hobbies
• Help with home upkeep, such as light housekeeping or laundry
• Planning and meal preparation of healthy, nutritious meals
• Medication reminders
• Help with personal care and grooming
• Taking loved ones to appointments, or on errands, like grocery shopping

Specialized Companion Care

While companion care can be general support, your loved one may have more specialized needs, either now or in the future. We are here to help with those care needs too, such as:

• Alzheimer's Care
• Dementia Care
• End of Life Care
• Palliative Care
• Ready, Set. Go Home (Hospital Recovery)
• Safe & Steady Fall Prevention Program
• Respite Care
• Senior Care Services

What Is the Difference Between Companion Care and a Caregiver?

So what's the difference between a companion care provider and a caregiver? Companion care is typically a part-time engagement, either a few hours a day or even once or twice a week. On the other hand, a caregiver is usually closer to a full-time role and is often a family member or professional healthcare provider (or a combination of both).

Skilled healthcare providers or caregivers usually address specific needs, such as memory care, therapy, or nursing care. Companion care complements skilled care and family caregiving. It helps offset some of the burden by offering primary caregivers a break and gives your loved ones a new person to interact with or help in areas they aren't comfortable asking a family caregiver for assistance.

Why Visiting Angels of Northbrook is the Best for Your Family

Most people are generally more comfortable and at ease in their own homes. They prefer to stay at home as long as possible, even avoiding or limiting stays in short-term rehabilitation centers. But staying at home is more than just comfort, it means keeping routines and independence.

Unfortunately, keeping a loved one at home can be harder on family members and caregivers. They stress about leaving them alone, and it may limit their ability to plan their own life since they need to consider care needs. Companion care in Evanston, Illinois, helps alleviate a lot of that. Our Visiting Angels compassionate caregivers can help your loved one continue their routine and participate in their favorite activities, which allows you to do the same. We'll develop an individualized plan with the best care options that suit your needs and those of your loved one. You can rest assured that they are safe, secure, and not alone.

Get Compassionate Companion Care in Evanston, IL

Visiting Angels is here to help you and your family care for your loved one. Our companion care specialists provide in-home care, so you can have peace-of-mind. Instead of putting your loved one in a senior living facility, call Visiting Angels today at 847-999-3313 or fill out our contact form to learn more about how we can support you and your family.