How It Works
Arrange an initial chat Book a home visit Meet your companionship provider Start building relationships
We’ll work with you to find a tailored solution that meets your needs
Intitial Chat
Contact us by phone or email and make a connection with one of our team.
We’ll take the time to understand your situation and answer any questions about arranging companionship support.
Home Visit
Our home visit is a chance for us to understand your need, personalities and preferences, so we can match you with the right companionship provider. We’ll arrange a convenient time to meet you, and wherever possible, ensure the same familiar face provides regular support.
Building Relationships
Once we've matched you with the right companionship provider, we will arrange a relaxed introduction so you can meet them, ask any questions and begin building a strong relationship.
​From there, in the first few weeks, it’s about ensuring both you and your companionship provider feel completely comfortable with one another. The focus is on learning about preferences, routines and building a trusting bond. We will keep in regular contact with relatives, following a visit, via a WhatsApp group set up for each family, to provide feedback of our time together.
Whether you use our service occasionally, weekly or daily, we aim to provide the same companionship provider whenever possible, ensuring consistency, continuity and peace of mind. To maintain this high standard of support, we will regularly carry out reviews of our service to ensure we are meeting your needs.
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Please get in touch today, to see how we can help you and your loved ones
Local Links
Griffin Books Book Club
The adult club takes place on a Tuesday evening and costs £9, which includes a copy of the book and a glass of wine.
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With Music in Mind Singing Group
Singing and social groups for older adults.
https://www.withmusicinmind.co.uk/our-groups/book-a-place
Penarth Aging Well Club
Wednesday morning between 10.30am and 12.30pm at Glyndwr Community centre.
Weekly activities specifically for the older generation, with the aim to meet new people and have fun every
Penarth library
Book Group
Third Thursday of the month 3.00pm - 4.30pm
Knit2gether
Every Thursday 2.30pm - 4.00pm
The group meets in the library every Thursday afternoon. All abilities are welcome.
Feel Good Friday
First Friday of the Month 2.00 - 4.00pm
Refreshments provided
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Keeping Healthly
Penarth Leisure Centre
Arthritis Action Coffee Morning - Call the centre on 01446 403 000
https://www.leisurecentre.com/penarth-leisure-centre/health-programme
Good Boost Classes - https://www.leisurecentre.com/penarth-leisure-centre/health-programme
Low intensity Body Conditioning - https://www.leisurecentre.com/penarth-leisure-centre/classes
Healthy Eating
Maintaining a balanced diet is key to overall wellbeing. For detailed guidance, refer to the NHS Eatwell Guide https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well. If you have specific dietary needs, consult your GP or a registered dietitian. If you're concerned about a loved one’s nutrition, our companionship support service can help. We offer meal preparation assistance to promote healthy, nourishing eating habits. Our providers support quality of life by encouraging hydration, physical activity, and a healthy lifestyle.
Understanding Mindfulness
The benefits of mindfulness helps improves focus, memory, depression and can improve sleep.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/tips-and-support/mindfulness
Support
Financial Support
​Attendance Allowance is a tax-free benefit in the UK for people, who are over State Pension age and need help with personal care or supervision due to a disability or health condition. You can claim even if no one is currently caring for you. Follow the link to see if you qualify.
https://www.gov.uk/attendance-allowance
It’s good to chat
Fancy a chat? Call free - The Silver Line is a telephone service which can provide friendship, conversation and support 24/7
https://www.thesilverline.org.uk
0800 4 70 80 90
Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale
Care & Repair Cardiff and The Vale are a charity whose mission is to support older people to repair, adapt and maintain their homes.
02920 473337
https://careandrepair.org.uk/agencies/care-repair-cardiff-and-the-vale
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