Do you care for an older adult in your home? Need a break from the rigors of caregiving 24/7? Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia can help. Our Senior Services are provided for residents on the Peninsula and Southside Hampton Roads areas as available.
In-Home Respite Care
A trained respite worker will stay in the home with your loved one, providing companionship and ensuring their safety. In-Home Respite Care provides the caregiver with an opportunity to run errands, visit the doctor, or relax knowing that your loved one is being well cared for while you are away.
- In-Home Respite Care Workers are trained and undergo extensive background checks and drug screenings.
- Respite Services are for seniors who are 60 and older.
- Respite services DO NOT include personal care, housekeeping or transportation.
The fee is $14.00 an hour (sliding fee scale on the Southside) with a minimum of one shift per week and a 3-hour minimum. For In-Home Respite Care services, please call (757) 456-2366, ext. 1006 or email seniorservices@cceva.org.
Companion Care
Companion Care provides a little extra help in your home. Our workers provide companionship, safety monitoring, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, errands and outings, meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, activities to bring joy to your day, and overnight assistance if needed.
- Companion Care Workers are trained and undergo extensive background checks and drug screenings.
- Companion Care Program is for seniors who are 60 and older.
- Companion Care Workers DO NOT provide any personal/medical care.
The fee is $20.00 an hour with a minimum of one shift per week and a 4-hour minimum. For overnight shifts, help for a couple, or transportation there is an additional fee. For Companion Care services call 757-456-2366 ext. 1006, or email seniorservices@cceva.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between respite care and companion care?
In-Home Respite Care gives family caregivers a break. A trained worker stays with your loved one. The worker offers company and helps keep your loved one safe and comfortable. You can run errands, go to an appointment, or rest.
Companion Care gives a person extra help at home. It can help someone who lives alone. A trained worker can offer company, check safety, remind the person to take medicine, give rides, make meals, do light cleaning and laundry, plan activities, and stay overnight if needed.
To ask about In-Home Respite Care or Companion Care, call (757) 456-2366, ext. 1006. You can also email seniorservices@cceva.org.
What is the cost for respite and companion care services?
Respite Care costs $14 an hour. A lower fee may be offered on the Southside based on income. You must book at least one shift each week. Each shift must be at least 3 hours.
Companion Care costs $20 an hour. You must book at least one shift each week. Each shift must be at least 4 hours. Overnight care, help for a couple, and rides cost more.
To find care near you, call (757) 456-2366, ext. 1006. You can also email seniorservices@cceva.org.
What if I just need transportation services?
We do not offer rides by themselves. You must be in our Companion Care program to get help with rides.