Marin Companion Care Services
Home Care
A home care companion is a crucial link to the client’s family and should provide an ongoing assessment of the individual’s home environment, not only for safety but also for comfort and aesthetic appeal, with the overall goal of enhancing the quality of life and comfort of the individual.
Errands
Whether it be shopping for groceries, picking up medications or taking the car in for servicing, these are simple tasks that can be incorporated into daily outings or done solo when appropriate.
Meal Preparation
For many individuals, mealtime is one of the only segments of life that can remain relatively unchanged. Mealtime can provide not only balanced nourishment but also a sense of normalcy and comfort. I prepare fresh, wholesome and healthy foods in order to help my clients maintain stable health overall.
Outings and Activities
The importance of staying active cannot be overstated. Whether it be a walk downtown, a drive to the beach or a visit to see a friend or loved one, each day presents its own opportunity to get out and do something.
Health Maintenance
Staying vigilant regarding daily medications and scheduling regular visits with healthcare professionals are integral parts of overall caregiving, and attention to detail here is critical. It’s important to establish solid relationships with doctors and pharmacists in order to ensure that medications are up to date, available and accurate.
Communication
Communication between all team members in the care of an individual is of the greatest importance. I typically provide a written daily log of activities followed by a weekly summary to all team members in order that everyone stay updated on the activities and condition of the patient. It is important to maintain open lines of communication and dialog between family members, physicians, pharmacists and other team members.