Testimonials:

"My younger sister and I are incredibly grateful for the support, and often great kindness, "A Friend Indeed" is providing my mother. My mom is a widow living on her own. This service has allowed her to remain self-sufficient while at the same time ensuring that she gets the help and companionship necessary to maintaining her independence. This has been especially important during the pandemic, as my mother doesn't drive and has mobility issues. She's also receiving medical treatments each month in Calgary, and there is no way she could make those appointments without Robyn's commitment to driving her from Airdrie, waiting during the treatments, and taking her home again. And while my mom has missed going shopping with a companion, I know that the fact that she can rely on Robyn and her team (with special thanks to Natalie and Bev!) alleviates any extra anxiety this current crisis might produce. I appreciate the written reports we receive after each visit. This makes us feel included in her care, even from another province. The consistency between these reports and my mother's account of the service itself is reassuring, as it confirms the quality of care and respect she's getting. Thanks to you all! "

Melissa -Daughter

“It’s strange in life how things turn out, A Friend Indeed took care of what we set out to accomplish in the first place but it turns out they surprised us and provided so much more. At the start I talked my family into using A Friend Indeed, I have received many positive comments and compliments from each of my 4 siblings on the decision to give them a try. Whatever your needs happen to be from companionship to help with daily activities that most of us take for granted, I would highly recommend hiring A Friend Indeed.”

Merv Giles –Son

My highest compliments to you Robyn for the business you have built and Mercy specifically for the wonderful, patient companionship she has provided my mother. 

G, Calgary

My mom suffered from aggressive dementia and had be put into Bethany Long Term Care from her family home. The transition from having her loving husband as primary caregiver and by her side 24 hours a day weighed heavily on my mind. My goal was to have my mom have a visitor, friendly face, companionship and feel loved almost every day. I knew her stay at Bethany would be short (ended up to be 11 months), so I researched and interviewed companion care in Calgary. Robyn met with my sister and I and we immediately felt we had found the right fit. A Friend Indeed were able to consistently visit our mom twice a week for two hours. Mom smiled, nodded and told stories to her companions and I know she felt loved and respected. The reports after each visit were enlightening, helpful and insightful. Behaviors and declining health were noted.

The responsibility of visiting our mom was spread out so that we were able to always know that mom had a special time with a friendly, happy and caring person. I have noticed that many residents don't have anyone coming to add something to their day and how sad that is. A Friend Indeed were always professional, accessible and informative. I would recommend them for any family needing a companion for their loved one. Our mother's last year was enriched by having A Friend Indeed visit her.
Our family's appreciation goes beyond words.

Cindy Bertram, Calgary

"My husband and I initially contacted A Friend Indeed when we were scheduled to take a short holiday in the U.S. and were worried about leaving my mother, who is ninety and is staying with us, by herself. It was arranged that someone from A Friend Indeed would come each day while we were away to ensure that all was well and keep her company. We were also updated with daily detailed E-mails regarding each visit.

We were very impressed with the diligence and care that was provided during our absence and, as a result, continue to retain A Friend Indeed to visit with my mother on Wednesdays and Sundays.

We would not hesitate to engage A Friend Indeed's services in future if we are to be away for another extended period."

Sincerely,
Wendy and Michael, Airdrie

"Thank you A Friend Indeed for a year of visits for my Mother. Mom looks so forward to your twice weekly visits. You have really helped to take a load off my shoulders by visiting with Mom and totally customizing the visits with the way she is feeling on that day. Some days you are busy taking in exercise classes or whatever activity is going on that day. Other days, just reading or listening to music with her when she is not up to a lot of activity.

The regular communication from A Friend Indeed after her visits really keeps me “in the loop” with regards to my Mother's well being. We were so fortunate to find A Friend Indeed."

Allyson - Calgary

“The daily reports are great, A Friend Indeed sends them to my sister and she forwards the emails on to all of my siblings and a lot of his grandchildren, my sister is on the sunshine coast in BC and she more than anyone appreciates the reports as she can't visit often and it keeps her up to date on how he is doing. Same goes for my kids 2 of which live in Saskatchewan.”

Merv Giles –Son

"My experience as a client with A Friend Indeed was very rewarding. I wanted someone to come in and go through my wardrobe with me and help me figure out what to get rid of and what to keep. We then went shopping to replace the old items with new and more compatible garments that I can enjoy and wear to my social events. I found her to be very knowledgeable, patient and has good taste in what is appropriate to my lifestyle.
I would highly recommend A Friend Indeed service."

Florence - Airdrie

"I recently had our annual care concerns meeting with the staff at my Dad's care facility.   They mentioned how much my Dad likes having the visitors come and see him.   They say it really helps perk him up.   I also appreciate any concerns that are passed along to me as I don't always get over there.   I can then ask the staff if there is a concern and what is being done about it. Thank you for your great service."
 
Karen - Airdrie