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Crossways Care Services

Companionship Visits

Some of the most important care we provide involves no personal care at all. A companionship visit is time, properly given: a walk, a crossword, a lift to the garden centre, a proper chat over a proper cup of tea.

A companion and an older woman laughing together over a board game

Isolation creeps up quietly, especially after bereavement or when family live far away. Our companionship visits put a reliable, warm presence back into the week, someone who knows the names of the grandchildren and remembers how the story ended last time.

Companionship also works quietly as reassurance. Families across Lincolnshire tell us the real value is knowing someone trusted is regularly through the door, noticing the small changes that matter early.

What we cover

What’s included

  • Regular scheduled visits from the same companion
  • Conversation, games, hobbies and shared interests
  • Walks, outings and lifts to clubs or church
  • Help with letters, phone calls and video calls to family
  • A light lunch or baking together
  • Gentle updates to family after each visit if wanted

Is it right for you?

Who it helps

  • People living alone who miss regular company
  • Someone recently bereaved and finding the quiet hard
  • Families who live far away and want trusted eyes locally
  • Anyone easing into care for the first time

Cannot recommend Diane and her team highly enough. They are reliable, flexible and always happy to accommodate extra needs when necessary. I know my mother is very comfortable in the knowledge that her needs are being met in a very professional and caring manner.

Winston HendersonFamily of a client

Common questions

Start the conversation

Ask about companionship visits

Tell us a little about your situation and we will call you back. Prefer to talk now? Call 01526 341472.
  • We call you back within 24 hours

    Usually much sooner. A real person from our Lincolnshire team, never a call centre.

  • No pressure, ever

    A free assessment visit and a clear written quote. You decide in your own time.

  • Care can start within days

    And faster in urgent situations such as hospital discharge.

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