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Companion & Daily Living Care

Companion & Daily Living Care

Companion and Daily Living Care in Nairobi – A Trusted Helping Hand, Every Day

Sometimes what a person needs most is not a nurse or a doctor, but someone reliable, patient and kind who helps them through the day and keeps them company. Makao Home Care provides companion and daily living care in Nairobi for older adults, people living with disability or long-term illness, and anyone who is mostly independent but should not be alone.

Our trained companions help with personal care, meals, mobility, medication reminders and errands. Just as importantly, they bring conversation, encouragement and a familiar face to every day. Every companion is vetted, trained and supervised, and backed by Makao’s nurses if your loved one’s health changes.

Care is flexible: a few hours a week, a 12-hour day, overnight, or a live-in companion around the clock. Care can usually start within 24 hours of a free assessment.

What is Companion and Daily Living Care?

Practical Help and Meaningful Company

Companion and daily living care is non-medical support at home. It covers the everyday activities that become harder with age, illness or disability, often called “activities of daily living”: bathing, dressing, eating, moving around safely, using the toilet, and taking medicines on time. It also covers the things that make life worth living: company, conversation, getting outside, keeping up with friends and faith.

It sits between having no help at all and full nursing care. Your loved one does not need a registered nurse at their side, but they should not be alone for long stretches, or they need a hand with parts of the day.

Who Companion Care is For

Support for Many Stages of Life

  • Older parents who live alone

    For safety, company and help with daily tasks.

  • Recovering at home

    After illness or surgery when they no longer need a nurse but still need support.

  • People living with disability or long-term illness

    Help with daily activities and independence.

  • People with early dementia

    A familiar companion to reduce confusion and keep routines.

  • Families who need respite

    Short-term cover so family caregivers can rest or travel.

  • Anyone who would benefit

    From a helping hand and more social interaction in their day.

Flexible Care Options

Care That Fits Your Routine

Choose the arrangement that works best for you. We will match you with a companion and agree on a schedule during your free assessment.

  • A few hours

    Perfect for specific tasks or company during the day.

  • 12-hour care

    Day or night support for added peace of mind.

  • Overnight care

    Support through the night for safety and reassurance.

  • Live-in care

    Full-time companionship and daily living support at home.

How It Works

Getting Started Is Simple

  1. Tell us about your loved one

    A free consultation about routines, interests, languages and the help that would make the biggest difference.

  2. Meet your companion

    We introduce a vetted caregiver matched to your loved one, with a short trial visit.

  3. Enjoy the routine

    Visits follow an agreed plan, and your coordinator checks in with you and your loved one regularly.

Pricing Guidance

Clear Prices in KES

Starting from

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Depends on hours per visit, number of days a week and whether you need a live-in companion. You receive a written quote in KES first.

  • Minimum visit of 4 hours
  • Weekly and monthly packages available
  • Transport for errands agreed in advance

Questions Families Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers about Companion & Daily Living Care with Makao Home Care in Nairobi.

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Let’s Find the Right Care Together

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We’re here to help you explore the best care options for your loved one.

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