The Companion is a paraprofessional, providing services in the client’s home. Companion services include support, encouragement, companionship, respite breaks for family or caregivers, and provision of and instruction in reporting of changes in the client’s situation.

• A High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a working environment
• Completion of an initial Agency training
• Must have a criminal background check

The homemaker is a paraprofessional employee, trained to provide, home maintenance services for clients under the direct supervision of the supervisor. Homemaking services include dietary management, household services essential to the client’s health and wellbeing, and provision of and instruction in reporting signs, symptoms, and/or changes in the client’s condition. The homemaker is assigned to a client by the coordinator and is given a written plan of service.

Companionship care services include:

• Successful completion of an agency training program
• Use of an automobile with possession of liability insurance is desirable
• Must be able to read, write and follow instructions in English
• Selected on the basis of such factors as an interest in people, tact, and dependability in employment, neatness in appearance/practices, good personal hygiene, and good judgment
• One year of work experience
• Must have a criminal background check

Everyone enjoys a clean home, but for the elderly or disabled, even simple housekeeping tasks can become unmanageable. An untidy home can contribute to feelings of depression, isolation, and hopelessness. It can even be dangerous, increasing the risk of injury or illness and it may also be the first sign your loved one is struggling and needs extra help at home.

Housekeeping services include:

• A High school diploma or equivalent
• Shows interest and concern for people, good judgment, and tact in dealing with the sick
• Practices good hygiene and is neat in personal appearance
• Speaks, reads, and writes and is able to communicate effectively in English
• Must have current CPR certification
• Must have a criminal background check
• Must pass a Substance Abuse test