Caring Takes Time, But It Shouldn’t Take Everything

For the 53 million Americans providing unpaid care to a loved one, time can feel like it’s constantly slipping through their fingers. Between work, parenting, errands, and appointments, many family caregivers find themselves stretched thin emotionally, physically, and mentally.

During National Family Caregivers Month this November, we honor the dedication of caregivers and acknowledge something essential: you shouldn’t have to do it all alone. That’s where Companions, like those at Villi, can step in and give the gift of time with non-medical assistance.

 

What a Little Extra Time Can Really Mean

When a Companion helps with tasks like grocery shopping, meal prep, or transportation to appointments, they’re doing more than just checking a box. They’re giving families space to:

  • Attend a child’s school event without guilt
  • Take a quiet moment for themselves
  • Spend more meaningful time with their loved one, without burnout
  • Show up fully at work or in other caregiving roles

As AARP notes, the average family caregiver spends nearly 24 hours a week providing care. That’s a part-time job’s worth of time, on top of everything else life demands. Even just a few hours each week can restore energy, mental health, and connection.

 

Companions Support Without Replacing Family

We handle the day-to-day tasks so you can spend your time talking, laughing, walking, reminiscing, or simply being together without a to-do list between you.

We help with non-medical things like:

  • Grocery runs and errands
  • Meal prep and light housekeeping
  • Rides to appointments or outings
  • Tech help, organizing, and more

Our goal is to create space for families to be families again.

 

Real Stories, Real Impact

It’s not just about convenience, it’s about quality of life. Studies show that family caregivers are at higher risk of stress-related illness, anxiety, and burnout if they don’t receive adequate support. Even just one afternoon a week with a Companion can lighten the load.

A report from the National Alliance for Caregiving found that 61% of caregivers also work full-time jobs. Balancing work and care means constantly being “on,” with little time to recharge. Companions give caregivers time to work, rest, and reconnect without the guilt.

 

Reclaiming Your Role as Family

One of the biggest gifts Villi Companions offers is the ability for families to reconnect on an emotional level. Instead of always being the one to travel to appointments, stock up on groceries, or clean the house, you get to be a daughter, son, spouse, or friend again.

Because sometimes, the greatest support you can give is simply being there with presence, not pressure.

 

A Note to Caregivers: You’re Not Alone

If you’ve been juggling it all and wondering when you’ll catch your breath, let this be your permission to pause.

  • It’s okay to ask for help.
  • It’s okay to delegate.
  • It’s okay to prioritize joy over laundry sometimes.

A Companion can be part of your extended support team, someone you trust to show up with compassion, reliability, and a smile.

 

The Villi team is here to help.

Do you need help with a loved one?  Then, consider Villi’s homemaker and companionship services. Our team of friendly, compassionate Companions takes great pride in serving people in their community who need light assistance with daily chores, some company and conversation, or convenient transportation for errands, appointments, or trips to the store.

Explore our services to learn more about our:

  • Homemaker and companionship services
  • Easy-to-use scheduling platform
  • “Best Value” service pricing
  • Only 1-hour service minimum

 

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If you have questions about our services, please call 1-844-624-5646 to speak to one of our caring service Advisors.

 

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