Companionship Care in Birmingham

Loneliness can creep up after a bereavement, when friends move away or when getting out becomes harder. A live-in companion brings company back into the home: someone to share meals with, talk about the day, do the crossword with, and help you get out - to church, the bowls club, a café in Harborne or a stroll around Cannon Hill Park.

Companionship is ideal for people who are still fairly independent but no longer want to be on their own, especially at night - and it can grow into fuller live-in care later with the same carer.

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A companion showing an older lady something on her phone on a park bench
  • DBS-checked carers
  • Family-run, Birmingham based
  • CQC-defined introductory agency
  • 24/7 on-call support
  • Free care assessment
  • Birmingham & West Midlands

Good company

Someone to talk to and share the day with

Getting out again

Support to visit friends, clubs and favourite places

Peace of mind

Reassurance for family who live further away

Is it right for you?

  • People living alone who feel isolated or lonely
  • Older people who have lost confidence after a fall or illness
  • Families who live outside Birmingham and worry about a parent on their own
  • Anyone who would like help to keep up hobbies and friendships

How your carer helps

  • Conversation, games, puzzles and shared hobbies
  • Trips out to shops, cafés, clubs and places of worship
  • Cooking and sharing meals
  • Light housework and errands
  • Help using phones and video calls to keep in touch
  • Encouragement to stay active

More than a visitor

Because a live-in companion shares your home, the relationship feels natural rather than scheduled. There's no clock-watching and no rush - just someone who knows how you take your tea, which programmes you enjoy and which friends you've been meaning to call.

We match companions on shared interests where we can, whether that's football, gardening, music, cooking or faith, so there's always something to talk about.

Questions families ask

A companion focuses on company, reassurance and practical help rather than intensive personal care. If needs change, the same person can usually provide more support.

Some companions drive. If that matters to you, tell us at the assessment and we'll look for a carer who can use your car, subject to insurance.

Related services

Live-in Care

A carefully matched carer moves into your home to provide support and company around the clock.

Respite Care

A trained carer steps in for a week or more so family carers can rest, travel or recover.

Overnight Care

Sleeping or waking night carers for people who need help or reassurance after dark.

Where we provide companionship

Choose your area for local details, including nearby hospitals and the council that covers you.

Read our guides

Talk to us about companionship

Talk to us for free, friendly advice and a no-obligation care assessment. Lines are open 9am-10pm, 7 days a week.

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