When your loved one needs extra support to stay safe and comfortable at home, finding the right care makes all the difference. At Proactive Home Health, we provide personalized companion care services in Washington, along with personal care support tailored to your family’s unique needs.
Knowing which type of care is right for your loved one can feel overwhelming. Let’s break down the key differences to help you make the best choice for your family.
Our companion caregivers provide meaningful social connection and practical help
Companion care focuses on friendship, emotional support, and help with everyday tasks. It’s best for seniors who are mostly independent but need some company and light assistance.
Companion Care Includes:
Personal care provides hands-on support with daily living activities. It’s ideal for seniors who need physical assistance while maintaining dignity and independence.
Personal Care Includes:
Care Options in Real-Life Situations
Personal Care: Mom needed help with bathing, dressing, and moving safely after hip replacement.
Transition to Companion Care: As she got stronger, services shifted to medication reminders and transportation.
Companion Care: Dad forgot medications and bills. Our caregiver visited 3x weekly to organize mail, prepare meals, and provide companionship.
Personal Care: Sarah works full-time while caring for her mother with Parkinson’s. Our caregiver helps mornings and evenings with bathing, dressing, and toileting so Sarah can balance work and family.
The Heart of Our Care
The heart of our service is our exceptional caregiving team.
The quality of memory care depends on the caregivers. At Proactive Home Health, we select and train caregivers with patience, empathy, and skill.
“Our caregiver Mary has become like family. She knows exactly how Mom likes things done and always brings such positive energy into our home. The peace of mind is priceless.”
– Jennifer T., daughter of client
Personalized, Flexible Support
We know care needs can change over time. That’s why our plans are flexible and adaptive.
Flexible Scheduling: From a few hours a week to 24/7 care, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Side-by-Side Care Comparison
| Feature | Companion Care | Personal Care |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Seniors who are mostly independent but need social engagement & light help | Seniors who need hands-on daily living assistance |
| Caregiver Training | Basic caregiving & safety training | Advanced certification in personal care techniques |
| Physical Assistance | Standby help & reminders only | Full hands-on help (bathing, toileting, mobility) |
| Household Help | Light housekeeping, meal prep, errands | Includes all companion care services + personal assistance |
| Typical Schedule | Part-time (few hours, several days per week) | Ranges from part-time to full-time, up to 24/7 care |
Our experienced nurses work seamlessly with doctors and hospitals throughout Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellingham to ensure your loved one receives consistent, high-quality care.
Getting Started Is Easy
Taking the first step is simple:
Call 425-230-4072 or visit our website. We’ll answer initial questions and explain our services.
We’ll schedule an in-home visit to understand needs, preferences, and the living environment.
We’ll match your loved one with the right caregiver and start services. Our care coordinator will check in regularly.
Start Your Loved One’s Care Today
When your loved one needs support to stay safe and happy at home, Proactive Home Health is here to help. Our companion care and personal care services provide the perfect balance of independence and assistance.
What we offer
We offer scheduling flexibility and the freedom to select days and hours that work best for you! We take pride in our competitive pay, performance bonuses, and a 401k plan.
With our rapid payment system, you will receive 60% of your pay within 24 hours of your shift!
We offer some of the highest wages in the Pacific Northwest Region as well as an advanced scheduling assistant for each of your shifts.
Receive $250 bonus for each referral after they have been admitted to our program.
We offer rewards for long-term RN, LPN and CNA positions. Exceptional work is always recognized at Proactive Healthcare!
Our robust network of variable shifts allows you flexibility each week.
Proactive Healthcare offers paid sick days after an initial work period is completed.
Join our rapidly growing team!
Client Testimonials
"It's easy working with the Proactive Healthcare staff, especially Nurse Sandra. They're professional at what they do."
“My experience with this company has been positive. The staff are great and supportive. You can reach out to them anytime of the day with any questions or concerns you have. You get to choose your schedule and where you want to work.”
“Proactive has the best staff members. They communicate with residents and other staff in respectfully manner. I’m grateful to have such wonderful professionals to come and save us whenever we are short staffed.”
“The best agency by far. Proactive is reliable and professional, they communicate very well and respond rapidly to calls. Proactive is the best. They are the best of the best. Thank you Proactive.”