Home Companion Program

Contact Us

For an explanation of rates or to request an assessment of client needs, please contact Isrella Knopf, Director of Senior Services at 203-921-4161 or
iknopf@ctjfs.org

Schoke Jewish Family Service Home Companion Program provides at-home support services for people with Dementia, Hearing and Visual impairment, Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, ALS, Heart Attack and Stroke. Schoke JFS can also provide hospice support as well as respite for immediate family caregivers.

All aides are required to complete a seven week training course, developed by a licensed social worker, and receive certification. All companions’ references are checked, including a criminal background check and a satisfactory health screening.

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Schoke Jewish Family Service Home Companion Program provides at-home support services for people with Dementia, Hearing and Visual impairment, Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, ALS, Heart Attack and Stroke. Schoke JFS can also provide hospice support as well as respite for immediate family caregivers.

All aides are required to complete a seven week training course, developed by a licensed social worker, and receive certification. All companions’ references are checked, including a criminal background check and a satisfactory health screening.

Interested in a Free In-Home Assessment?
Click Here to Request a Call Back

Contact Us

For an explanation of rates or to request an assessment of client needs, please contact
Isrella Knopf,
Director of Senior Services

at 203-921-4161 or
iknopf@ctjfs.org

Our Home Companion Services Offer:
  • Personalized Scheduling of Companions (2 -24 hours from 1 – 7 days/week; hourly or live-in; temporary or short term)
  • Periodic Home Visits and Follow-up
  • Assessment and Search for a Companion who Best Matches Client’s Needs
  • Affordable Rates
Our Services
  • Sitter Services
  • Provide Companionship
  • Reading Books
  • Simple Socialization in hospital, nursing home, or health related facility
  • Home Companion Services
  • Meal Preparation and Cleanup
  • Laundry and Linen washing
  • Bed Making
  • Exercising and Socialization
  • Organizing Activities in the Home Environment
  • Grocery and Clothes Shopping
  • Transportation to Medical Appointments, Errands, Social and Recreational Activities
  • Recovery from Surgery, Illness or Injury
  • Hospice Support
  • Personal Care Services
  • Schoke JFS can arrange for Certified Nurses Aides (CNA) to assist with:
  • Feeding
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Toileting (changing undergarments)
  • Tooth brushing
  • Ileostomy care
  • Recovery from Surgery, Illness or Injury
  • Hospice Support