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.
