Support for the life you want to live at home.
A little company can go a long way. Whether you live alone, aren’t getting out as much, or simply want someone to share your day with, companion care can help you stay connected and engaged.
How companion care can help:
- More connection & less isolation – enjoy friendly conversations, shared activities, and meaningful time together that help reduce loneliness.
- Stay engaged in what you love – from hobbies and games to walks and outings.
- A reassuring presence at home – someone there to notice changes, provide support, and keep families informed.
- Help with daily routines – assistance with meals, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and more.
- Appointments and outings – support getting to and from errands or activities, including accompaniment when needed.
- Confidence and peace of mind – knowing someone is there to support your day-to-day life.
Care that feels personal from the start.
Our approach to companion care starts with getting to know you. We take the time to understand your interests, routines, and what brings you joy. When matching you with a Care Pro, we consider compatibility, experience, and personality—because meaningful companionship should feel natural.From there, care stays personal. Whether it’s sharing a conversation, working on a puzzle, or helping around the home, your area-based Care Pro shows up with warmth, respect, and consistency.
Customized care that fits your day-to-day life.
Companion care works best when it fits naturally into your life.
We begin with a care consultation to understand your needs, preferences, and daily routines. From there, your local Home Instead team in Markham, ON creates a customized care plan tailored to your schedule and goals.
As your needs change, your care plan can adapt—so you always have the right level of support.
In-home companion care services include:
- Activities of Daily Living
- Toileting
- Cognitive Engagement
- Bathing and Grooming
- Meal Prep
- Appointments and outings
- Light Housekeeping
- Companionship
- Medication Reminders
Trusted in-home companion care for all of Markham.
Since 2020, Home Instead has provided companion care for older adults throughout Markham, ON—helping them stay independent and supported at home.Proudly caring for communities near you:
Markham, Unionville, Thornhill, Swan Lake Village, Markham Village, German Mills, Thornlea, Cachet, Milliken, Box Grove, Cornell, Greensborough, Raymerville, Buttonville, and Berczy Village
...to name a few.
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Companion Care Services FAQs
Consistency is an important concern for families, and Care Pro matching is part of how our Markham team builds a care plan.
We consider the person’s care needs and, where possible, factors such as language and cultural background. Our clients are supported in more than 15 languages, with Cantonese and Mandarin among the largest language needs.
The specific Care Pro schedule depends on the amount of care required and staffing availability, so we wouldn’t promise one Care Pro for every visit.
Our team supports clients in more than 15 languages.
That can be especially valuable in Markham, where families come from many cultural and linguistic backgrounds. When possible, matching a Care Pro who shares the client’s language and cultural background can help conversation and everyday routines feel more natural and comfortable.