Viva Independent Living provide companionship care for older people in Edinburgh. We fill in the gaps where, for example family members are simply too busy to offer day-to day help to an older relative. A companion provides the human contact which everyone needs. Sometimes simply having a good chat over a cup of tea is all that's required to keep social isolation at bay. However there's more; We can accompany your loved one on hospital visits, and help them take part in their favourite groups and hobbies. We read to your relative, we hold their hand, we laugh with them. We sort out stuff they can't cope with any more. And we always let you know how they are, after a visit. We don't replace family members, but we complement what you do so you know the older person you love is getting help from another source. This eases the strain on you. This also means that when you DO have time, it can be quality time spent with a loved one - rather than catching up with their day-to-day needs.