Companionship
Outings, appointments, daily activities — real company at a real pace. Walks, meals, errands, conversation, or simply being there.
Senior Care & Companionship · Bay Area
A calm, caring presence when it's needed most.
I'm Jen — and for more than a decade I've been the person families call when they want someone steady, thoughtful, and genuinely good company. At home or out in the world, day or overnight, on a regular schedule or on short notice.
About Jen
A decade of caregiving experience, grounded in patience, presence, and a deep belief that older adults deserve to feel known.
Hi, I'm Jen — nice to meet you.
I came to caregiving the way I came to most meaningful things in my life: by being asked, and showing up. Over the past ten years I've cared for elders managing everything from gentle aging to advanced needs, and what I've learned is that the work is rarely about tasks. It's about presence.
I'm calm, dependable, and unhurried. I read aloud. I cook a real breakfast. I notice when the light's right for a slow walk in the garden, or when today's the day to skip the appointment and just sit. When I'm not working, you'll find me on a trail somewhere — backpacking is my reset button, and I think it's part of why I do this work the way I do.
Caring for someone you love is one of the most tender responsibilities there is. Whether that's at home, in a care community, or somewhere in between — if you're looking for someone trustworthy to share a little of that weight, I'd be glad to talk.
Jennifer Holton
Senior Care Provider · References available on request
How I Can Help
The kind of support that's hard to ask for — and even harder to find.
Care is shaped around the person. These are the engagements I most often take on — on their own, or in any combination that fits the moment.
Short-Term & Respite Care
Coverage for family caregivers who need a break, and steady support during recovery after an injury, illness, or hospital stay.
Household & Tech Help
Sorting, organizing, simplifying online accounts, making sense of a new phone, and the small-but-overwhelming logistics of a move.
Overnight Care & Hospice Presence
A calm, reliable presence through long nights and tender ones. For families who want their loved one to feel safely accompanied.
Available on Short Notice
Some moments don't wait. When something shifts and you need someone dependable today, get in touch — I'll let you know what's possible.
Special Days & Projects
Weddings, anniversaries, hospital days, downsizing a home — bigger engagements taken on with care and discretion. Quoted per project.
Approach
How I show up — every visit, every time.
Three things I won't compromise on, no matter what the day looks like.
No. 01
Patience over speed.
Aging asks us to slow down. I match the pace of the person I'm with — not the schedule on the wall. There's almost always time for the second cup of coffee.
No. 02
Dignity in every detail.
How someone is helped matters as much as what they're helped with. I work with care, with humor, and with deep respect for who someone has been and continues to be.
No. 03
Honest communication.
Families deserve to feel informed, never anxious. I keep notes, return calls, and tell you what I'm seeing — the small wins and the things worth watching.
Caregiving, at its best, is just paying attention. Everything good follows from that.
Flexible Scheduling
No minimum commitments. No rigid schedules.
Care should bend around your family — not the other way around. That's the biggest difference between working with me and working with an agency.
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Short visits welcome.An hour for an appointment is just as valid as a full day. No minimum commitments.
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One-off engagements, fine.A single wedding, a single hospital day, a single move — no need to commit to recurring care.
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Short notice, when life calls.When something shifts suddenly, reach out — I'll tell you honestly what's possible.
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Evenings, weekends, overnights.Care doesn't fit a 9–5, and neither do I.
Kind Words
From the families I've worked with.
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"Jen brought such calm into our house. My mom looked forward to her visits more than anything else in her week."— Family memberBay Area, CA
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"Dependable, kind, and genuinely good company. We always knew Dad was in the right hands."— Long-time clientFamily of three
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"She communicates so clearly with our family — we never have to guess how the day went."— Adult daughterLong-distance family
References available on request.
Service Area & Rates
Honest pricing. No surprises.
Every engagement is a little different. Below are starting points — we'll align on the right fit together. The first conversation is always free.
Where I work
Currently serving families across the greater Bay Area, California. Local visits are included in the rate; longer trips and travel days are quoted as part of the plan.
- Bay Area visitsLocal, errands, daily care Included
- Extended areaBy arrangement Quoted
- Travel companionAppointments, family visits, day trips Custom
Starting rates
Hourly, overnight, and project-based arrangements available — with no minimum commitments on regular visits.
- Companion & daily careHourly From $40/hr
- Overnight care10-hour shift From $300
- Projects & specialty engagementsDownsizing, weddings, hospice presence Quoted
Invoicing & contracts handled simply through Square. Discounts available for ongoing weekly arrangements.
Get in touch
Let's have a simple conversation.
Reach out by phone, email, or the form below. I'll get back within a day — usually the same evening.
Availability
Days, evenings, weekends, and overnights — with no minimum commitments and short-notice openings when I can.