I've been providing companion care for older people for about four years now and it's awesome. That's not just for me, but the people I've worked with. I've worked primarily with older people who have dementia. I'm reliable, responsible, patient, interested and interesting. I'm funny, at least that's what I'm told, and I love helping people smile. I take this responsibility very seriously, though I'm not a particularly serious person. I'm an early retired journalist. I drive a late model suv and have a clean driving record. More often than not, I'm the first "outsider" families contact. I respect that vulnerability. As to the services I provide, depending on people's abilities and interest. I take clients to parks, shopping, doctors' appointments, organize the house, etc.