Best Life Companions & Day Clubs
Our companions support individuals in their own home, as well as facilitating trips out. Your companion can help you and your loved one with a range of everyday tasks, as well as sharing a sympathetic ear and being a friendly face.
As a purpose led organisation, our mission is to improve the lives of adults after an injury, diagnosis or into their later years, in the community, through providing unrivalled independence support, whilst maintaining, high standards of social, physical and emotional well-being.
At Best Life Companions and Clubs, our core values are woven into the fabric of everything we do, guiding our mission to enhance the lives of individuals through meaningful connections and enriching experiences.
Vibrancy pulses through our clubs, where we cultivate a vibrant atmosphere filled with engaging hobbies, stimulating interests, invigorating movement, and boundless fun, ensuring that every moment is infused with energy and vitality.
Community lies at the heart of our approach, fostering a sense of belonging and nurturing genuine relationships within welcoming spaces imbued with kindness and inclusivity.
We champion independence by promoting active engagement, fostering familiarity with our environment, and providing a consistent support system of trusted individuals, empowering each person to live life on their terms.
Above all, we uphold dignity as a fundamental principle, treating every individual with the utmost respect, boundless compassion, meaningful involvement, and a sincere dedication to being truly person-centred in all aspects of our care.
At Best Life, we are committed to embodying these values each day as we strive to create a community where everyone can thrive and find fulfilment.
Why use our companionship service at home
Company and support
Our companions support individuals in their own home, as well as facilitating trips out.
Your companion can help you and your loved one with a range of everyday tasks, as well as sharing a sympathetic ear and being a friendly face.
We understand the importance of consistency and familiarity, especially when working with older people and those living with dementia. This is why we send the same person each time, and would only ever send a replacement companion to cover holiday, if you wish us to.
All of our companions are carefully selected, Enhanced DBS-checked and have a considerable amount of life experience. They are compassionate and patient. They will also be local to you.
What our companions can do in the home
Our companions will love not only getting to know you and spending time together socially, they are also willing to help and support with daily tasks and activities. Examples include:
- Light household chores and cleaning
- Playing games and enjoying hobbies
- Healthy cooking and meal planning
- Organising bills
- Doing internet shopping
- Admin support
- Offering fitness support or short health walks
- Gardening
- Accompanied dog walking
- Medication prompts
- Day trips
- Transport to visit friends and family
- Hospital appointments
- Exploring the local community
- Or something a bit more adventurous!
Our companions can support you and your loved ones. We always aim to operate alongside and in conjunction with family and friends – working together as a team.
How to get started with at home companion care
Once you have made an initial enquiry, by calling us on 01173 790048 or emailing hello@bestlife.org.uk, a member of the team will be in touch to discuss your requirements.
We will organise an initial consultation. This allows us to get to know each other and ensures we can achieve a good match between our clients and their assigned companion. From our experience, we have a lot of success at building long-lasting, trusting relationships.
You can be reassured that your companion will be well-matched and, importantly, have been extensively security checked and vetted to provide both a professional and compassion services, through our rigorous processes, including interviews and on-going training.
Opening hours
Open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday & closed on Saturday & Sunday.