Companion care
Companionship, family caregiver relief, and coordinated help for couples.
Learn about this careComforting, practical presence for the whole family.
Hospice Companion Support
Non-medical caregivers can offer companionship and daily-living support alongside—not in place of—a licensed hospice team.
Who this may help
Support for the person—and the people around them.
- People receiving services from a licensed hospice provider
- Families who need additional non-medical help at home
- Care partners who need time to rest or attend to other responsibilities
Examples of support
What may be included
Exact tasks depend on the assessment, caregiver role, safety, schedule, and agency policy.
- Companionship and calm presence
- Help with personal routines and comfort measures within non-medical scope
- Light meal preparation and household support
- Practical support for family members
- Communication with the designated hospice or family contact as authorized
What to expect
A plan made with you, not for you.
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A clear understanding of the hospice team’s role and the caregiver’s role
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A plan centered on comfort, dignity, and family preferences
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Prompt direction to the hospice provider for clinical symptoms or medication questions
Common questions
Clear answers before care begins.
Is A Rainbow of Care, HC a hospice provider?
The available source describes non-medical home care. This service is intended to work alongside a licensed hospice provider, not replace hospice clinical care.
Who should handle changes in symptoms or medication?
Contact the licensed hospice team or other treating clinician. Call 911 for a life-threatening emergency.
Related care options
Personal care
Support with personal routines, mobility, meals, and everyday life at home.
Learn about this careSee whether this support fits
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