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Do Patients Benefit with a Companion at the Doctor’s?
Older people who bring a friend or relative to the doctor with them report greater satisfaction with their medical care. The more active the companion is in asking questions, writing instructions, scheduling appointments, or helping with transportation, the more favorable the patients’ experience. “Visit companions are commonly present in older adults’ routine medical encounters, actively [...]
What Kinds of Screening do Senior Companions Undergo?
What Kinds of Screening do Companions Undergo? We conduct a criminal background check and check references carefully. We require an up-to-date TB test and up-to-date automobile insurance, and conduct a driving records check if the Companion is to provide transportation.
Will I Always Have the Same Companion?
Yes, we will keep you or your loved one with the same Companion to the greatest extent possible. This was a principle upon which the company was founded. Our experience with our own family elders has taught us that people don’t want strangers coming to their door, or a different person every day.
How Will My Companion be Assigned?
The Care for You assessment process is specifically designed to identify client interests as well as needs. We have been highly successful in using this information to match clients with the right Companions.
What should I expect from a Companion?
Knowledge of your situation and the kinds of things you’d like done, flexibility, responsiveness, initiative in identifying and suggesting other helpful supports, and doing what need to be done at all times.
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