Questions before you get started?
Find answers about companionship, visit arrangements, prices and involving family or other services.
Who is Whitegreen for?
Adults across Greater Manchester who want companionship or practical everyday support. That includes younger, working-age and older people. You can enquire for yourself or someone close to you.
Do I need to be unwell or live alone?
No. You may manage well independently and still want company for an activity, a journey or part of your week.
Can someone come with me on the bus or to a group?
Yes. We discuss the journey, the activity and where you want your companion alongside you. We agree the time and any expenses before booking.
Can visits continue after another support service ends?
We can discuss ongoing companionship around the routines you want to continue. With your permission, we can speak to your existing service about a handover. Whitegreen visits are a separate paid arrangement.
Do I meet the companion first?
Yes. The meet-and-greet is free. It gives you time to talk and decide how you get on before booking paid visits.
Will I have a regular companion?
You have the same named companion for regular visits, with a named backup introduced within the first month. Speak to the team if you want to change your companion or routine.
Do visits have to be two hours?
No. We agree the visit length around what you want to do. You can discuss shorter visits, longer outings, full-day and overnight company with us.
Can I arrange company for a friend or an adult child?
Yes. We include the person receiving visits in the conversation and introduction, and agree who handles arrangements and payments.
Will you tell my family about my visits?
We agree updates with you, including who receives them and what can be shared. A relative paying for visits does not automatically receive every detail.
Is companionship free after a professional referral?
Whitegreen is a paid service. A referral does not by itself fund visits. We agree who is paying and any funding approval before visits begin.
Can you provide personal care or therapy?
Our service is companionship and practical support. Personal care, nursing and therapy stay with the appropriate providers. We can discuss company alongside those services.
How do I get started?
Tell us your postcode, what you want company for and the times you have in mind. We will talk it through and arrange a free introduction.
What would you like company for?
Tell us what you have in mind. We’ll talk through the visits and introduce a companion for a free meet-and-greet.