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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

People often have the same questions about our home care services, so
we have provided answers to them here. If you have additional questions,
please don’t hesitate to call us: 804-752-2205.

Who needs home care?

There are five Activities of Daily Living that people perform to survive
and function in daily life.
• Feeding
• Dressing
• Bathing
• Hygiene
• Ambulation

If an individual is not able to perform any one or more of the activities of daily living, other activities may be affected as a consequence. This is when an individual may benefit from Home Care.

What is the difference between “Companion” and “Personal” Care?

Companion care may include friendship, household chores, talking and taking walks together. Companions providing services do not have to be certified individuals.

Companion Care Providers may not “touch” the patient in any way.

Personal Care is more comprehensive and includes help with the Activities of Daily Living, and requires a certified professional to provide care.

Home care companies which provide companion services do not need to be licensed by Virginia Health Department.

Companies providing Personal Care need to be licensed by the Virginia Health Department and must operate under strict regulations for quality care, and pass a bi-annual inspection by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Companion Extraordinaire is licensed for Personal Care, Nursing Care and Companion Care.

What is 24-hour care?

After our RN complete your assessment, they speak with our scheduling team to determine which Care Providers’ personality and style of care would be a “best fit” for you. Your Care Provider is custom-selected for you. Although… if you ever feel every feel that our Care Provider is not a good fit, all it takes is a phone call to anyone at the Companion Extraordinaire offices. Communication is key and we will expedite a replacement.

Companion Extraordinaire requires that each employee submit to a criminal background check, a thorough interview, a competency test, personal and employment references check, drug screening, and DMV driving record check. All Companion Extraordinaire are licensed, bonded and insured.

24-hour care is a cost-effective supervision solution, where the caregiver assists the client by day and is available to sleep in the home at night.

A 24-hour caregiver does not actually reside in the home. The Companion Extraordinaire’s Care Provider has a residence of their own and is paid a daily rate.

How do you select your Care Providers?

Companion Extraordinaire’s Care Providers are selected for their kindness and reliability. Client’s have the option to interview individual Care Providers.

After our RN completes your assessment, she speaks with our scheduling manager to talk about those Care Providers whose personality and style of care would seem like a good fit. If you ever feel one of our Care Providers isn’t a good fit, all it takes is a phone call to anyone in our offices. Communication is the key.

Every Companion Extraordinaire Care Provider is subject to a criminal background check, a thorough interview, a competency test, personal and employment reference checks, drug screening, and DMV driving record.

All employees are licensed and bonded.

What makes Companion Extraordinaire different from other home-care agencies?

The Companion Extraordinaire experience is unique. We are a growing Christian based organization with over 100 caregivers.

Companion Extraordinaire is owned and operated by nurses with over 200 years of healthcare experience. We truly understand the unique needs of our clients and their family.

Along with our care providers, our owner maintains one-on-one relationships and direct communication with clients… carefully monitoring oversight of client/staff interactions. Companion Extraordinaire care providers and management team work together with clients to craft customized care plans to address special needs down to the smallest detail.

Companion Extraordinaire works closely with the Alzheimer’s Association to provide the most up to date care for our clients with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

All of our staff are CPR certified and timely ongoing education is provided our employees.

What if a Care Provider is unavailable for a scheduled shift with a client?

Companion Extraordinaire recruits and retains exceptional Care Providers. We maintain an extensive database of over 100 Care Providers and their skills.

In the event one is unable to be present, Companion Extraordinaire will strive to provide another Care Provider to meet or exceed your needs and expectations.

Who pays the Care Provider?

Companion Extraordinaire is responsible for all of the administrative, billing, payroll and tax concerns involved in the employment process.

How do I set up services?

Once a request for care has been made, a Registered Nurse (RN) will conduct a consultation and assessment with you. A flexible, personalized and suitable care plan is developed and an appropriate Care Provider is assigned.

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