Companion Care Services
Personalized Support Wherever Home May Be
Companion Care
With St. Margaret’s Companion Care, we provide compassionate, non-medical support designed to help individuals maintain their independence and quality of life.
Services are available in the comfort of a person’s home, within assisted living communities, and in skilled nursing facilities — including our own communities and facilities throughout the Greater New Orleans area.
Whether your loved one needs companionship, help with daily routines, or additional support while recovering from an illness, our caregivers are here to help.
Companion Care
With St. Margaret’s Companion Care, we provide compassionate, non-medical support designed to help individuals maintain their independence and quality of life.
Services are available in the comfort of a person’s home, within assisted living communities, and in skilled nursing facilities — including our own communities and facilities throughout the Greater New Orleans area.
Whether your loved one needs companionship, help with daily routines, or additional support while recovering from an illness, our caregivers are here to help.
What We Offer
Our Companion Care Services
Companionship & Social Engagement
- Friendly visits and conversation
- Activities and meaningful engagement
- Emotional support and encouragement
Meal Preparation & Nutrition Support
- Light meal preparation
- Assistance with grocery shopping
- Encouragement with hydration and healthy eating
Light Housekeeping
- Laundry and linen changes
- Light cleaning and organization
- Assistance with everyday household tasks
Daily Support
- Medication reminders
- Assistance with routines and scheduling
- Respite care for family caregivers
Care Where You Need It
Companion Care services are available:
- In private homes
- In assisted living communities
- In skilled nursing facilities
- At St. Margaret's at Mercy
- At St. Jude's
- In other healthcare communities throughout Greater New Orleans
Our flexible services can be arranged for a few hours a week, daily visits, overnight support, or longer-term assistance based on each individual's needs.
Part of a Full Continuum of Care
As part of St. Margaret's Family of Care, our Companion Care team works alongside rehabilitation, pharmacy, hospice, and skilled nursing services to provide personalized support wherever it is needed most.
Committed to Excellence in Care
St. Margaret’s at Mercy has earned accreditation for Nursing Care Center and Post-Acute Care, reflecting our commitment to safe, high-quality care in New Orleans since 1889.
Companion Care FAQs
Companion care is non-medical support focused on companionship, daily living assistance, and light household help — designed to help individuals stay safe and independent without the clinical services provided by home health or nursing care.
Yes. St. Margaret’s provides companion care in private homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities — including St. Margaret’s at Mercy, St. Jude’s, and other facilities throughout Greater New Orleans.
Services are flexible — from a few hours a week to daily visits, overnight support, or longer-term assistance — based on your loved one’s needs.
Yes. Our Daily Support services include respite care, giving family caregivers time to rest while their loved one continues receiving attentive, compassionate care.
Let's Talk About Your Loved One's Needs
Our team can help you determine the right level of companion care support — with no obligation.
Call us at (504) 279-6414 or request a free consultation through the form.