Companion Care in Lincoln, NE
Companion care in Lincoln, NE, at Home Care Partners means your loved one has a Caregiver who becomes a trusted friend and confidant. That Caregiver gives one-on-one attention, good conversation and emotional support, so your loved one can keep living in their own home, the place they know best and want to stay.
Home Care Partners is locally owned, and we serve families in Lincoln and all of Lancaster County. Our companion Caregivers help with the everyday things too, like groceries, rides to appointments, light meals and medication reminders, and they keep an eye out for any health changes along the way.
The first step is a free Care Assessment, and you can Get Started whenever you're ready, with no rush at all.
What Our Companion Caregivers Help With
More than 12,000 Lincoln residents age 65 and older live on their own, which works out to about 4 in 10 of the city's older households. That's a lot of quiet houses, and a lot of days that can go by without much conversation.
Loneliness and isolation raise a person's risk of heart disease, stroke, depression and dementia, and older adults who live alone are among the people most at risk. Our senior companion services start with friendship and build the practical help around it:
- Companionship and emotional support: a Caregiver who listens, talks things over and becomes a trusted friend.
- Safety and security: spotting hazards around the house that could lead to a fall, and staying close on outings.
- Errands and groceries: picking up groceries and running other errands, so the kitchen stays stocked and nothing gets missed.
- Appointments: going along to the doctor or a favorite salon, with a ride and support the whole way.
- Social events: going along to a gathering or a special event, so your loved one has someone by their side to share it with.
- Light housekeeping and laundry: tidying up and keeping the laundry done, so home stays comfortable.
- Light meals: cooking meals your loved one enjoys, made around any dietary restrictions they have.
- Medication reminders and health monitoring: timely reminders, plus watching for health changes and sharing any concerns with our Care Manager.
Signs Your Loved One Could Use a Companion
Most families start companion care after noticing a few small changes. Maybe Dad seems less sure of himself behind the wheel, the fridge is emptier than it used to be, or Tuesday's pills are still in the pill box on Friday. Worries about driving, eating well and keeping up with medications are all signs your loved one could use some extra support at home.
A recent hospital stay or emergency room visit is another sign to pay attention to. Older adults who are lonely or isolated are more likely to end up in the emergency room or a nursing home, and living alone, losing a family member and not having a way to get around all raise that risk.
Big life changes matter, too. Losing a spouse can turn a busy home quiet almost overnight, and that's exactly where Eugene's companion care began, as you'll read a little further down.
Companion care can also grow from there. Families whose biggest worry is memory changes can lean on our care for loved ones living with dementia, which keeps them active, safe and engaged at home.
How Companion Care Starts
Companion care at Home Care Partners starts with a full assessment by our Service Manager, and the assessment is free. Our Service Manager takes the time to learn your loved one's needs and preferences, the little things about how they like their day to go, and any ongoing healthcare support they'll need to stay at home.
The assessment looks at the whole picture, including health, safety around the house and finances. It helps us see what your loved one needs to stay safely independent in their own home.
Next, you and our team build the care plan together. You set the direction of care you want for your loved one, and we shape the plan around it, one piece at a time.
Our Care Management team keeps families, Caregivers and other healthcare providers in touch from then on, so everyone is working from the same page. Caregivers report any changes they notice to the Care Manager, and services are adjusted as your loved one's health changes, whether that means a little more help or a different kind of help.
Getting Around Lincoln
About 1 in 10 Lincoln households headed by someone 65 or older have no car at all. Plenty of other older adults still have a car in the garage and have simply stopped feeling safe driving it.
Our Caregivers provide senior transportation in Lincoln, NE, as part of companion care. They drive your loved one to the doctor, the grocery store, the salon or a get-together with friends, and they go along with them, giving support from start to finish.
Our team is not only dedicated to offering exceptional care, but to be your support system. We believe in going above and beyond by not only providing reliable senior home care but also being a source of comfort and assistance for families. We understand the challenges you may encounter, and we are here to help.
Over the past 5 years, Home Care Partners has been fortunate enough to receive multiple awards in recognition of our commitment to excellence. We are proud to have been named a top 3 local business in the highly esteemed Lincoln’s Choice Awards for three years.
Eugene's Story
Eugene and his wife, Susanna, first came to us after Susanna had a dangerous fall. Their family didn't live nearby, and Eugene had been her only Caregiver. Our team cared for both of them, and our Caregivers became companions to the two of them during a very emotional time.
Eugene was grieving after Susanna passed away, and he asked us to keep his care going. He was also dealing with COPD, weight gain and high blood sugar, and he'd been having a hard time remembering his medications and felt unsafe driving to his medical appointments.
Eugene now receives companion care. His Caregivers help him with groceries, cooking and his dietary needs, and they go with him to his medical appointments. Our team has built a strong relationship of trust with Eugene and his family along the way.
He has been with us for nearly two years now. His insulin needs have gone down in that time, he's healthier and more active, and his doctors have cut back his water pill and potassium medications. You can read the full story of Eugene and Susanna's care on our site.
When More Support Is Needed
Companion care is one part of what we offer, and the same team can add more help as your loved one's needs grow. Hands-on personal care, like help with dressing, grooming, toileting, moving from bed to chair, eating and walking, is part of our assisted living at home services.
Families can also add in-home support for memory loss and dementia. We provide care and mobility support for people living with Parkinson's, stroke recovery care with therapy exercises and emotional support, and help with the move from hospital to home after a stay.
Family caregivers get a break, too, through respite care, where our Caregivers step in so you can rest and recharge. Our Care Management team helps set up these added services when the time comes.
Why Lincoln Families Choose Home Care Partners
Home Care Partners is locally owned, and we've been named a top three local business in the Lincoln's Choice Awards for three years.
Training gets a lot of attention here. Home Care Pulse recognized us as a Leader in Training for 2022, 2023 and 2024, and our Caregivers receive comprehensive training, from Care Management to Memory Care Support.
Our office team brings real clinical experience, and you can meet the people on our team and read about their backgrounds. Our Clinical Care Coordinator is a Registered Nurse from Bryan School of Nursing with 28 years of experience caring for older adults in skilled nursing. One of our co-founders is a Certified Dementia Practitioner who also hosts support groups for Alzheimer's and dementia.
Families share their own experiences with us, too, and you can read them in our reviews from our clients.
Paying for Companion Care
Families often want to know what companion care costs in Lincoln, NE, before they make that first call, and that makes sense. Home care is billed at hourly rates for specific services, so you can match what you spend to the amount of care your loved one needs.
Home Care Partners is proud to be Veterans Administration Certified, and we accept VA Home Health Aid orders. We also help families use their long-term care insurance benefits or pay privately.
Our Cost of Care page explains how long-term care insurance can help pay for home care, along with the other ways families cover care at home.
Companion Care Across Lancaster County
We provide companion care in Lincoln, Waverly, Hickman, Bennet, Firth, Malcolm, Hallam, Panama, Roca, Denton, Raymond, Sprague, Davey and all of Lancaster County.
The first step is the same in every one of these towns: a free Care Assessment, so we can get to know your loved one and what would help most. Our team will answer your questions and help you put a plan in place. Get Started with a free Care Assessment, and bring along any questions you have about your loved one's day-to-day routine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Companion Care
A companion Caregiver becomes a trusted friend and confidant who offers good conversation and emotional support. Our companion Caregivers also help with groceries and errands, rides to appointments, light meals, light housekeeping and laundry, and medication reminders, and they share any health concerns with our Care Manager.
Home care is billed at hourly rates for specific services, so you can match what you spend to the amount of care your loved one needs. Home Care Partners is Veterans Administration Certified, and we accept VA Home Health Aid orders. We also help families use their long-term care insurance benefits or pay privately.
We provide companion care in Lincoln, Waverly, Hickman, Bennet, Firth, Malcolm, Hallam, Panama, Roca, Denton, Raymond, Sprague, Davey and all of Lancaster County.
