Companionship and sitting in Dorset

Find a self-employed carer for companionship anywhere in Dorset. It's free for families, and you choose who to speak to.

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About companionship and sitting

Regular visits for company: a chat over a cuppa, a game of cards, a walk, reading the paper together, or simply being there so someone isn't on their own all day. Sitting can also mean staying with someone while a family carer goes out.

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Questions families ask

How long is a companionship visit?

Whatever you agree. Many families start with an hour or two, once or twice a week. Some carers have a minimum visit length, so it's worth asking.

Is companionship really worth paying for?

Loneliness can wear people down as much as any physical problem. Many families find a regular visitor lifts their loved one's mood, gives the day a shape, and gives everyone peace of mind.

Can a companion take Dad out?

Many will, on foot, by bus or in their own car. If they drive, ask whether their car insurance covers business use.

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Are you a carer in Dorset?

Join Carers & Cleaners for £1 a year and be found by families looking for companionship near you. There's no commission: you set your own rates and families pay you directly.

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Carers & Cleaners is an introduction service. We don't vet or employ anyone, and what carers and cleaners tell us about themselves is self-declared. Families choose who to speak to and agree everything with them directly.