Companionship and Care Services

A recent report published by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) found that around 41% of Canadians aged 50 years and older are at risk of social isolation and up to 58% in that age group have experienced loneliness with nearly 20% of older Canadians having reported being “very lonely”. Unfortunately, social isolation and loneliness can have both physical and mental consequences including the risk of premature mortality and is comparable to other risk factors such as smoking, lack of physical ability, obesity, substance abuse, and many other factors.

To combat this problem, My Place Home Care believes that providing engaging conversation and companionship services to seniors is just as essential a service as meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, errands, transportation, social planning, and medication reminders. Among the benefits of companionship is a reduced likelihood of experiencing loneliness and social isolation in addition to receiving help with basic needs, encouragement to being active, comfort in knowing you are supported, building relationships, and increased social activity that can lead to improved mental health.

To learn more about how our qualified caregivers can help, contact us at 613-686-6366 ext. 200