WHO WE ARE
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Compass Concierge and Companions provides sophisticated, comprehensive and outstanding caregiving, concierge and companion services to our clientele throughout Southern Maine. As a Maine-based, family owned business, Compass' priority is to provide hyper-personalized service based on the unique needs of our valued clients.
All of our caregivers and companions are compassionate professionals who are thoroughly vetted and trained. From attending doctor’s appointments with our clients to preparing delicious and healthy meals, our caregivers provide socialization, assistance and, if the need arises, exceptional personal care using our guiding principles of dignity, discretion and respect.
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We are proud to pay our staff a livable wage! That is how we retain our dedicated, experienced, and committed staff who truly love caring for our clients. We also provide them with monthly ongoing education, and we have a robust recognition and reward system. This enables us to recruit the best in the business.
We provide non-medical services that include (but are not limited to):
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Concierge
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Companionship
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Light housekeeping
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Meal planning and preparation
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Personal Care
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Alzheimer's and Dementia care
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Hospice Assistance
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Supplemental support in Senior Living Facilities
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Respite and Seasonal Services
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Transportation
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THE COMPASS DIFFERENCE
Quality. Our staff are hand-selected and highly compensated to ensure a superior experience for you and your loved ones.
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Simplicity. We don't believe in confusing rate structures. One hourly rate - no matter the day of week, time of day, or level of care.
HOW TO GET STARTED
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Free In-Home Assessment
First, a member of our team visits you and/or your loved one in the comfort of your own home. We listen to your wishes and concerns, answer any questions and assess your needs. Our plan of care and schedule is then developed in collaboration with you to fit your needs and best support you and your loved ones.
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Caregiver Selection
After our assessment, we find the ideal match from our team of caregivers. We know all of our caregivers personally and work to set you up with the professional who best meets your care and scheduling needs.
We consider caregiving experience, personality, language skills, personal interests, culinary skills and more when selecting caregivers.
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Start of Services
We provide each of our selected caregivers with training personalized to your needs and introduce them to you to ensure the match is just right.
Ongoing, our supportive management team works closely with each caregiver to ensure consistent, quality services and is always available to you and your loved ones for support.
OUR SERVICES
PERSONAL CARE
Assistance to live your best life.
With our home care services, clients will receive extraordinary care without sacrificing their independence, autonomy or normal daily routines. We assist our clients to live their best possible lives and thrive.​
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4 - 24 hours per day supervision or care
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​Activities of Daily Living (dressing, bathing, hygiene, toileting, etc.)
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Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (laundry, meal preparation, etc)
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Medication Reminders
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Transfer/ambulation/mobility assistance
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Transport to and/or attendance at Doctor's appointments
COMPANIONSHIP
Socialization, friendship and fun!
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Given the strong link between loneliness and declining health, it is increasingly important to ensure that senior's social needs are met. Our Companions provide clients with numerous opportunities for socialization and fun!​
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Supportive conversation
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Wellness checks
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Coordination of social outings and engagements
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Encouragement, support and assistance to stay physically and mentally active
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Attending the gym or fitness classes with our clients
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Visiting/reading/arts & crafts/playing games
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Memoir writing/Recording Personal History
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Encouraging, assisting and partaking in hobbies and activities
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Meal planning and preparation
CONCIERGE
Let us take care of your "To-Do" list.
Our Concierge Services are offered to reduce stress and increase joy. Let us run an errand, or plan something fun for you and your family. ​
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Personal shopping and errands
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Booking appointments
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Coordinating travel and providing travel companionship
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Providing transportation
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Planning and accompanying to social outings (i.e. theater, restaurants, movies, museums)
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Dinner, event and party planning
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Help with home electronics
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Assistance with mail
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Pet care
LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING
Maintaining a safe and comfortable home for you!
Injuries and the aging process can make simple tasks around the home more difficult. Let us take care of maintaining a clean and comfortable home so you can focus on what is most important to you.
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Washing and folding clothes
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​Organizing and tidying up
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Caring for houseplants
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Dusting
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Vacuuming and mopping floors
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Making the bed and washing linens
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Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen
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Washing and putting away dishes
DEMENTIA CARE
Providing support and compassion in the face of memory loss!
Cognitive impairments like such as dementia can seem overwhelming at times, but there are actions we can take to improve the quality of life for everyone.
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Positive Approach to Care® certified caregivers
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Support with Activities of Daily Living
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Personalized care plans
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Caregiver matching
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Meaningful engagement
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Medication reminders
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Maintaining a Safe Environment
MEAL PLANNING & PREPARATION
Because a balanced diet enhances well-being.
At Compass Concierge and Companions, we understand good nutrition is important, no matter your age. If you or your loved one are struggling with meal preparation or clean up, we can help.
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Grocery shopping
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Meal planning
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Following prescribed diets
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Preparing meals and snacks
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Companionship during meals
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Checking expiration dates
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Keeping the kitchen clean and organized
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Maintaining a regular meal schedule
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Assistance with feeding
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TESTIMONIALS
CONTACT US
If you or a loved one could use our professional support, it might be time to get in touch. One of our home care coordinators will be happy to discuss a plan that’s most suitable for you.
info@compassconciergeandcompanions.com
102 Tandberg Trail, Windham, ME 04062
Phone: (207) 415-8990
Fax: (207) 572-1035
‘You did a great job of matching me with a companion. She is fantastic and has made my life better.’
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- Nancy, client
'Compass has been nothing but the best company to work for. It’s my pleasure to work here and be a caregiver. I feel valued and important as an employee and I was paired with the perfect client, something that Compass takes time in doing to ensure a compatible fit. I appreciate that immensely!'
-Arianna
' I have had some experience with home care. What that agency provided was okay, but nothing like the dedication and level of care you provided to my wife.'
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- Jim, client family member
'We all have a voice at Compass. I have a voice and am heard at Compass which is personally and professionally important to me. I am valued and appreciated. I love my clients, my colleagues, and my work for Compass.'
- Victoria
‘My mother’s companion is so wonderful with her. She is kind, enthusiastic, and able to appreciate my mother’s shortcomings. Thank you’
- Sharon, client family member
'Working as a companion has given me the opportunity to grow as a human being and to live with respect and admiration for each person's unique gifts, needs, and challenges. I enjoy adapting to those needs. It is a privilege to help make my clients - my friends' live safer and more satisfying lives. That's my goal. That's the Compass goal.'
-Penny