Companionship and sitting in West Scholes

Find a self-employed carer for companionship in West Scholes, Mountain and Hill Top 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 West Scholes

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

Mountain 0.4 miles
Hill Top 0.5 miles
Queensbury 0.7 miles
Thornton 0.9 miles
Old Dolphin 1.3 miles
Lane End 1.4 miles
Town End 1.4 miles
Clayton 1.4 miles
The Shay 1.4 miles
Clayton Heights 1.4 miles
Bradshaw 1.5 miles
Keelham 1.5 miles
Holdsworth 1.7 miles
Catherine Slack 1.7 miles
Ogden 1.7 miles

Days out near West Scholes

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

Foxhill ParkPark, 0.5 miles
Soil HengeHistoric ruins, 1.4 miles
Ogden Water Local Nature ReserveNature reserve, 2.3 miles
Wibsey Community GardenGarden, 2.7 miles
Duke of Wellington's Regiment MuseumMuseum, 3.2 miles
The Garden Wall GalleryGallery, 4 miles
Cuckoos NestViewpoint, 4.6 miles

Local help and support

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Ask for a free care needs assessment, or a carer's assessment if you look after someone.
Care needs assessment
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

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.

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.

Can you tell me when someone joins near me?

Yes. Join the waiting list and we'll email you as soon as someone covering your area joins.

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