Companionship and sitting in Gunnerside

Find a self-employed carer for companionship in Gunnerside, Lodge Green and Low Row and the places around. It's free for families, and you choose who to speak to.

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About companionship and sitting

What it usually involves

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.

How a self-employed carer can help

The same person each visit, so a real friendship can grow. Many will happily make a drink or a sandwich while they're there. If they notice something worrying, they'll let you know.

Questions worth asking

What do you enjoy doing with the people you visit?
Are you happy to go out, for example to a café or a club?
What's the shortest visit you'll do?
Are you happy to be around pets?

Around Gunnerside

Self-employed carers often cover several nearby places. Within 5 miles of Gunnerside:

Lodge Green 0.1 miles
Low Row 1.8 miles
Feetham 2.3 miles
Muker 2.5 miles
Healaugh 4.2 miles
Langthwaite 4.3 miles
Askrigg 4.5 miles
Bainbridge 5 miles

Days out near Gunnerside

Getting out together is often the best part of a visit. A few ideas within 5 miles:

Sir Francis LevelHistoric ruins, 1 mile
New Close, Calvert Houses SSSINature reserve, 1.9 miles
Yellands MeadowNature reserve, 1.9 miles
Bunton Mine shopHistoric ruins, 2 miles
Keld Well-Being GardenGarden, 4 miles
Mill Gill ForceLocal landmark, 4.2 miles
Nappa HallHistoric house, 4.7 miles

Local help and support

North Yorkshire Council
Ask the council's adult social care team for a free care needs assessment, or a carer's assessment if you look after someone.
North Yorkshire Council website
Age UK Advice Line
Free, confidential advice for older people, their families and carers, on care, money, benefits and more. Call 0800 678 1602.
Age UK website

Helpful guides

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.

What if they don't get on?

It happens. Start with a short first visit, ask how it went, and don't be afraid to try someone else. You can search and ask for new introductions at any time.

What does self-declared mean?

The provider has told us, but we haven't seen any documents. It's fine to ask to see certificates or proof of insurance.

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