Staying socially active is vital for your mental and physical wellbeing. Our companionship care services are designed to bring energy and meaningful interaction into your daily routine.
Genuine Connection and Shared Interests
We believe the best care happens when there is a genuine connection. We understand your personality and lifestyle, pairing you with a caregiver who shares your interests so every visit is something to look forward to.
- Social Outings: Accompaniment to clubs, libraries, cafés or shops to stay connected.
- Hobbies & Interests: Gardening, baking or knitting with someone who loves it too.
- Mental Engagement: Board games, puzzles and reading together to keep your mind active.
- Gentle Exercise: Joining you for a walk or exercise class to keep you moving safely.
- Appointments & Errands: Reliable company and support for appointments ensuring safety.
Genuine Connection and Shared Interests
Genuine connection is central to our companionship care. Each local caregiver is matched to your loved one's personality and interests, easing social isolation.
- Social outings to shops, cafés and community groups
- Companionship through shared hobbies and interests
- Mentally engaging activities, such as games and reading
- Gentle exercise, and support with appointments and errands
Genuine connection and shared interests
We get to know your personality and lifestyle first, then match the caregiver.
Companionship care right across
Essendon
Our caregivers live and work locally, so care at home is never far away, anywhere in Essendon.
- Prahran
- Malvern
- Glen Iris
- Caulfield
- Glen Huntly
- Ashburton
- Ashwood
- Carnegie
- Murrumbeena
- Bentleigh
- Kooyong
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Companionship care in Essendon:
How we can help
Can my companion drive me places?
Yes. Your caregiver can provide transportation in their vehicle or yours, whether it's a trip to a local club, a medical appointment or a scenic drive, getting you there and back safely.
Will I get the same person every time?
Yes. You are paired with a primary caregiver so you can get to know each other and build a genuine, trusting relationship over time.
Is this just for people who live alone?
Not at all. Many clients live with family who work during the day. Companionship care keeps your loved one engaged, safe and happy while you are at work or taking a break.
Can we just stay home?
Yes. Your caregiver can assist with hobbies, look through photo albums, play music or simply sit and chat over a cup of tea, all from the comfort of home.
Delivering a WOW Customer Experience
I have used this service on a number of occasions for my Mum. I can highly recommend them. They are professional yet personable, dependable and accommodating. The staff are really wonderful with her, making cups of tea to hand massages, nothing seems too much trouble. Love this company!
Fran Hodge
Very professional in all they do would definitely use again
Phill Glessing
We have been very impressed of the wonderful service and genuine care and support given to our elderly mother by Care Nurses, Shae and Vanessa from Nurse Next Door. I would highly recommend this Service to anyone in need of nursing care, who are professional and compassionate. Keep up the great work!
Maria D
My dear 43-years-old, NDIS pensioner son, has been a client of Nurse Next Door (NND) in Melbourne CBD since 2021. NND has been a wonderful care agency for him in that time. The different NND Carers he has had in these 3 years have generally been excellent for him — On time, disciplined, hard-working, interested, sensitive, supportive, and friendly. NND managers and administrative staff have also been very efficient, effective and most helpful, supportive and respectful in their interactions with us, particularly in their planning, organising, and clear and frequent communication. I highly recommend NND to other people in Melbourne (and elsewhere in Victoria) who may need excellent welfare care for themselves, or family members or friends, in future !
John Austin
Nurse Next Door went above and beyond what is generally provided by home care agencies. The care staff are of high quality and receive very good supervision from management making NND a great choice for people with complex support needs.
Jane Adams
The service I get from Nurse Next Door is outstanding. Thoroughly recommend their service.
Geraldine Newman
Wonderful care and response times helping us in our time of need. Rev and Sasha do an amazing job to understand what is required and implement. Thank you for all your help.
Lia Dixon
friendly, efficient and flexible I highly recommend them
Michelle Renia
Thank you to the team at Nurse Next Door for your amazing service and support. You have taken such good care of my sister, and nothing is too much trouble.
Cowen Family
Nurse Next Door (in particular Ronnie and Heather) have become an integral part of my uncle's care whilst he is living at home. As a family, it has brought us great comfort knowing we can rely on the team at NND to be there for him whenever he needs. We cannot speak highly enough of you all - thank you for all you do..
Anna Cornell
We have been very happy with the care service that Nurse Next Door provides. The carers provide warm, engaging support and the service is very responsive to our needs.
Susan Elliott
Nurse next door are exceptional care givers, offering brilliant attention to all in need of care and case management. I cannot rate them more highly for their dedication to both client's and their family members. My sister is receiving expert care and attention by the Nurse Next Door team members Mary and Lilly under the fabulous guidance of Bayside Director, Sacha Biesse. I simply cannot say any more than that! 100% caring 100% on time 100% helpful Sandra Tomlinson - Hampton Victoria
Sandra Tomlinson
They arrange straight away to attend my need. They stated the schedule for regular care Contacted me and give me cofidence
Aristides Kolliou
I have found Nurse Next Door to have staff that are extremely helpful. The carers I have I’ve found to be very compatible with my personality and needs. I highly recommend this company.
Lisa Montgomery
Fabulous company that I cannot recommend highly enough. I have used them both in WA and Victoria for NDIS care and the standard across both has been the same.
Brayden Hulett
They have always been willing to help even with last minute changes. Very professional care coordinator.
Naomi Connock
Thanks Vanessa, you are very good at providing nursing services. I am very happy with you!
George Paouros
Terrific organisation providing friendly, engaging carers and always prompt and helpful in assisting my husband’s requirements.
Flora Di Medio
Great support!
Jane Trengove
Each carer that Nurse Next Door sent to support my mum was excellent. Professional, personable and a great cook! I felt she was safe in their care.
Jane Davies
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Riccardo Galvan
How can I ever thank your company enough. A last minute trip to Melbourne, Nurse next door came to our rescue and were able to accommodate for our son, at the last minute (my fault). I have never used an agency before for my son A seamless, caring and professional service. Nothing was ever too hard. From the initial phone call, through to the accounts, it was so easy and faultless. Our nurse was so caring and professional, she made my son happy and safe. Thank you!! Our trip would have been a nightmare without you.
Fred Finette
NND gave me excellent support to attend a treatment when I travelled from interstate. Thank you!
Dee Sunyata
nethmi Perera
hi a carer helped me home from hospital, it was perfect thank you, really easy to organise and everyone was so nice
Peter Parsons
I have now used Nurse Next Door twice and have been really impressed with their level of service and expertise. The companionship carers they provided to assist my ageing mother were perfect for the role.
michael barden
I highly recommend the team at Nurse Next Door. The interview process was thorough to make sure that they matched me with the perfect Carer to suit my needs. They make me feel valued and cared for beyond what I ever imagine possible. They matched me so well with my Carer that she feels like part of the family, Definitely make Nurse Next Door your first point of call, You won’t be disappointed!!!
Denise Maddaford
Maria m
amazing service, very prompt, always on time. This company works on the client's time frame always, unlike some other company i had used. Highly recommend choosing this company, very professional.
Poppy Collias
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Why Nurse Next Door?
Quality Home Care That’s Personal and Professional
Every Care Plan is thoughtfully crafted, and every Caregiver is meticulously chosen to meet your needs.
Quality Home Care That’s Personal and Professional
We Match You with Your Perfect Caregiver
We hand-pick the right person from our trusted team of Caregivers based on your needs, preferences and personality.
We Match You with Your Perfect Caregiver
Reliable Care with Our Attendance Monitoring System
Our activity monitoring system closely monitors every visit to ensure Caregivers arrive on time and schedules run smoothly.
Reliable Care with Our Attendance Monitoring System
Qualified & Insured Caregivers You Can Trust
Our Caregivers and Nurses are licensed, insured and highly qualified, with a minimum of two years’ experience.
Qualified & Insured Caregivers You Can Trust
We Aim to Provide You The Same Caregiver Everytime
We want you to see a familiar face every visit. Your perfect match Caregiver will learn your routines and favorite foods.
We Aim to Provide You The Same Caregiver Everytime
24/7 Live Calling Support
Speak with a real person in 30 seconds or less every time you call, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
24/7 Live Calling Support
Comprehensive Care at Every Age
Our services range from elder care to daily living support for people of all ages. Quality care, regardless of age.
Comprehensive Care at Every Age
