How it Works
Care On-Demand Program
One-Hour Minimum. No Set Schedule. No Commitments.
8am-8pm 7 Days Per Week
About Care On-Demand
Are you or a loved one in need of flexible, responsive care without the constraints of a fixed schedule? At Caring Companions, we understand that life doesn’t always fit into fixed schedules.
While set schedules work well for many seniors and their families, we recognize that flexibility is sometimes essential for immediate or occasional needs. That’s why we offer our Caregiver On-Call Program, designed to provide support precisely when it’s needed. Whether it’s for last-minute care, a check-in visit, back-up care, respite care, an unexpected errand, a bath visit, or an urgent appointment, this program ensures access to a professional caregiver who can step in and assist. It offers peace of mind and personalized care, ensuring your loved one receives the attention they need exactly when it’s required.
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Care On-Demand Services:
If there is remaining time in your scheduled shift, the caregiver can offer companionship or assist with light household tasks, including cleaning, stripping beds, laundry, taking out the trash, medication reminders, or preparing a quick meal.
Respite Care
The Respite Care Visit provides essential supervision and comprehensive care for seniors, giving family caregivers a much-needed break. During this extended visit, a trained caregiver offers a range of services tailored to the senior's needs, including personal care (such as bathing and grooming), meal preparation, light housekeeping, and assistance with errands or transportation. The caregiver ensures the senior’s safety, monitors their well-being, and provides engaging companionship throughout the visit, offering activities to promote mental and emotional wellness. Whether staying home or going out for an activity, this service guarantees that seniors are well cared for, while allowing family members peace of mind knowing their loved one is in good hands.
Bathing & Grooming
Bathing and Grooming provides essential support for seniors who need assistance with personal hygiene. During this visit, a trained caregiver helps with bathing, grooming, and dressing, ensuring the senior’s comfort and safety throughout the process. The caregiver uses a gentle approach, helping with tasks such as showering, sponge baths, washing hair, applying lotion, and assisting with dressing. This service is designed to promote cleanliness, skin health, and overall well-being, while maintaining the senior’s dignity and independence. Additionally, it offers a brief moment of companionship and social interaction, enhancing the senior’s day-to-day quality of life.
Check-In Visit
The Check-In Visit is designed to ensure that seniors are safe, healthy, and comfortable, with care tailored to the specific needs shared by the person booking the visit. Options include verifying that medications are taken, checking if the senior has eaten, and preparing a light snack if needed. The caregiver will also assess the senior's overall well-being, ensuring they are healthy, in good spirits, and addressing any concerns. A quick safety check of the home will confirm the environment is hazard-free. Additionally, the caregiver will offer companionship through friendly conversation, providing both social interaction and emotional support, giving families peace of mind knowing their loved one is well cared for.
Meal Preparation
Meal preparation provides seniors with nutritious, home-cooked meals tailored to their dietary preferences and needs. During this visit, a caregiver assists with meal planning, ingredient preparation, cooking, and kitchen clean-up. In a 1-hour visit, the caregiver can prepare a quick, balanced meal or assist with light prep work, while a 2-hour visit allows for more involved cooking, meal prepping for multiple meals, or preparing meals in advance for the day or week. This service ensures seniors enjoy healthy meals without the physical effort of cooking, while also offering companionship and help around the kitchen.
Light Housekeeping
Light Housekeeping is designed to help seniors maintain a clean and organized living space, making their home comfortable and safe. During this visit, a caregiver assists with basic housekeeping tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, laundry, and tidying up common areas. This service ensures the senior’s environment remains clutter-free and hygienic, reducing the risk of accidents like falls. It provides peace of mind for both seniors and their families, allowing them to enjoy a well-kept home without the physical strain of cleaning.
Errands
Errand services provides seniors with assistance in managing essential errands, ensuring their daily needs are met without the stress of leaving the house or handling tasks alone. During this visit, a caregiver can accompany the senior on errands or complete them independently. Tasks may include grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, mailing packages, or other necessary errands. In a 1-hour visit, the caregiver handles quick errands, while a 2-hour visit allows for multiple stops or more time-intensive tasks. This service ensures seniors remain connected to the community and have access to essentials, offering convenience and peace of mind.
Transportation
Transportation services offers seniors safe and comfortable transportation for a variety of needs. Whether attending a medical appointment, running errands, or enjoying a social outing, a trained caregiver provides door-to-door service, assisting with getting in and out of the vehicle and navigating the destination. This extended visit allows for multiple stops or longer appointments, ensuring that the senior can complete their tasks without feeling rushed. The caregiver remains with the senior throughout the visit, offering companionship and support, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. This service helps seniors stay independent while ensuring they get where they need to go safely.
Social Outing
A Social Outing is designed to give seniors the opportunity to enjoy time outside the home, promoting both physical and emotional well-being. A caregiver accompanies the senior on a variety of outings, such as visiting a park, attending a community event, going to a café, or taking a leisurely walk. The caregiver ensures the senior’s safety, assists with mobility, and provides companionship throughout the outing, making it an enjoyable and stress-free experience. This visit helps seniors stay socially engaged, explore new environments, and maintain a sense of independence while offering the support they need.
Overnight Care
After Hours: 8pm-8am
The Overnight Care Visit, lasting 8-12 hours, provides seniors with supervision and support during the night. A trained caregiver stays with the senior, assisting with nighttime routines such as preparing for bed, bathing, and grooming, while ensuring medications are taken as needed. Throughout the night, the caregiver is available to assist with bathroom visits, mobility support, or any unexpected needs. In addition to supervision, the caregiver can also offer light housekeeping, meal preparation for the next day, and companionship. This service ensures that seniors are safe, comfortable, and cared for overnight, providing peace of mind to both seniors and their families.
Sign Up HERE:
Before you can begin booking care on-demand shifts, please complete the sign-up form below. Once your registration is submitted, a member of our team will contact you to gather more details about you or your loved one and their care needs. After we have all the necessary information, you'll be ready to start booking care on-demand shifts!
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