Companion Services

Companion Services comprise non-medical care, supervision and socialization provided to a person who is 18 years or older. These services help a person work toward a therapeutic or community integration goal in their support plan. Examples of Companion services include the following.

  • Accompanying a person to a movie to enable them practice coping skills in their attempt to deal with social anxiety.
  • Accompanying the person to a community event to minimize their social isolation.
  • Playing an appropriate game with the person to enhance their fine or gross motor skills.
  • Providing verbal instructions or cues to the person to help them complete a task.
  • Assisting or supervising the person with tasks such as laundry, light housekeeping, meal preparation and shopping.
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