Companionship

Our Companionship service provides hands-on, in-person support for individuals who need consistent structure and presence while navigating addiction recovery, mental health stabilization, or complex life transitions. Companionship is designed to support daily functioning and safety while reinforcing therapeutic goals in real-world settings.

Companionship does not replace therapy. It works in coordination with Camden Case Management and, when applicable, the client’s treating therapist.

Communication with a client’s treating therapist is handled by the case manager rather than the companion. This allows companions to focus fully on being a steady, consistent presence for the client, without managing information that could create confusion or strain relationships. At the same time, relevant updates are shared appropriately within the broader care team to support alignment and transparency.

Who This Service Is For

Companionship is suitable for individuals who need a higher level of day-to-day support than mentorship alone can provide.

This service is often helpful for:

• Clients transitioning from inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment
• Individuals experiencing periods of instability or increased vulnerability
• People who benefit from consistent in-person presence and structure
• Families seeking reassurance, safety, and continuity during complex transitions and situations

Companionship Services

We designed Companionship to provide the right level of support at the right time. This service is intentionally flexible and integrated with case management services so that care can adjust as stability increases or additional support is temporarily needed.

Companions work closely with case managers and under clinical oversight. This allows patterns to be observed, safety concerns to be addressed early, and daily support to remain aligned with the broader care plan.

What Companionship Includes

In Person Support Focused on Safety and Stability

Companionship is an in person support service centered on safety, stability, and containment. Companions provide steady presence and practical support during periods when clients need additional structure in daily life.

Flexible Structure Based on Clinical Need

Companionship is provided as in person support and may involve extended hours when safety, stability, or containment are needed. Support can range from shorter, focused engagement to longer blocks of in person presence, including 12 to 24 hour coverage when appropriate. Services may be provided one to seven days per week or on an ongoing basis, guided by clinical review and real world needs rather than fixed timelines.

Adjustment Over Time

As stability increases, the level of support may be adjusted thoughtfully. Changes in hours or frequency are guided by clinical review, progress, and real world functioning rather than fixed timelines.

Daily Structure and Skill Building

Companions provide hands-on assistance with daily routines and practical skills that support stability and independence.

This may include support with:

• Establishing daily structure and routines
• Emotional regulation and grounding strategies
• Social engagement and community participation
• Medication reminders and wellness activities

Care Coordination and Safety Support

Companions monitor day-to-day safety and emotional well-being while maintaining close communication with case managers and Camden Case Management clinical leadership. When concerns arise, support can be adjusted quickly and thoughtfully.

This coordination helps reduce risk and supports continuity across settings.

Clinical Oversight and Family Communication

All Companionship services are supported by licensed clinical oversight and integrated within Camden Case Management services. Communication with families is coordinated and managed by the case manager, ensuring families receive regular, clear updates and remain appropriately involved.

This structure supports families while maintaining clear roles and boundaries across the care team and allows companions to remain focused on providing steady, in person support to the client.

How This Supports Therapeutic Work

Companionship extends therapeutic intent into daily life through consistent presence, structure, and observation. Clinical oversight and coordination ensure that in-person support reinforces treatment goals rather than operating independently.

This approach supports:

• Stability and safety during periods of increased vulnerability
• Safer transitions between levels of care
• Consistent application of coping and regulation skills
• Clear communication across the care system

What to Expect

Companionship is steady, practical, and relationship-based. The focus is on safety, structure, and gradual skill building rather than long-term dependence.

Support is reviewed regularly and adjusted as stability and independence increase.

How to Get Started

Getting started begins with a conversation. Reach out to share what is happening and ask questions. We will talk together about whether Camden Case Management may be a good fit.

Contact us to begin the conversation.