Trusted Companion Care
services in Colombo.
Choosing trusted companion care services in Colombo means choosing a provider your family can rely on completely. BetterHands has cared for 400+ Colombo families since 2020 — with verified companions, transparent pricing, and real reviews. Your parent receives dependable companionship at home in Colombo, backed by a written 72-hour placement guarantee.
400+
Colombo families
Trusted us since 2020
4.9/5
Family rating
Across every district
5 Yrs
Serving Colombo
A proven track record
72 Hours
Written guarantee
Not a verbal promise
Why Colombo families trust BetterHands
Trust is earned at the door, one visit at a time.
Inviting someone into your parent's home is a deeply personal decision. Therefore trust matters more than anything else in companion care. A low price means nothing if you cannot rely on the person who shows up.
Since 2020, BetterHands has earned that trust across Colombo — from Cinnamon Gardens to Dehiwala. As a result, 400+ families now rely on us for dependable, compassionate care for their ageing parents.
The World Health Organization stresses that older adults thrive on consistent, dependable relationships. Because of this, our companions stay the same — building genuine, lasting bonds.
- A five-year track record across Colombo
- Background-verified, safeguarded companions
- Transparent pricing and documented visits
- The same trusted companion every visit
- Real family reviews and references on request
“Our mother lives alone in Wellawatte while we work overseas. Her BetterHands companion visits daily and calls us every week. For the first time in years, we are not constantly worried.”
Nimal & Kumari J.
Wellawatte, Colombo 06
What earns a family's trust
Six reasons families trust our companion care in Colombo.
Trust is not a slogan. It is built on specific, verifiable commitments — and these are the six that Colombo families tell us matter most.
A Proven Track Record
BetterHands has cared for 400+ Colombo families since 2020. Trust is not claimed — it is built, visit by visit, over years of dependable companion care across the city.
Verified & Safeguarded
Every companion passes a 48-hour background check and reference verification, and is trained in safeguarding. Your family never has to wonder who is in your parent's home.
Full Transparency
Published rates, documented visit notes, and regular updates. There are no hidden fees and no surprises — because trusted companion care means you always know what is happening.
The Same Familiar Face
Trust grows with familiarity. We send the same matched companion every visit — never a rotating roster — so your parent builds a genuine, lasting bond.
Always Responsive
A dedicated Colombo coordinator answers when you call and acts the same day if anything needs adjusting. Responsiveness is the quiet foundation of every trusted relationship.
Real Reviews & References
A 4.9 of 5 companion match rating, real family reviews, and references on request. Trusted companion care lets you verify the reputation before you ever commit.
The proof is in the families
Why Colombo families trust us with their parents.
Real reviews from families across Wellawatte, Borella, and Battaramulla — the social proof behind trusted companion care in Colombo.
“Our mother lives alone in Wellawatte while we work overseas. Her BetterHands companion visits daily and calls us every week. For the first time in years, we are not constantly worried.”
Nimal & Kumari J.
Wellawatte, Colombo 06
“My father has early dementia and the BetterHands companion in Battaramulla keeps him engaged with chess and morning walks. The consistency of the same companion every day has made a real difference to his mood.”
Shirani P.
Battaramulla
“BetterHands transformed my mother's quality of life. The caregivers are professional, compassionate, and treat her with so much dignity. Our whole family is relieved and grateful.”
Chamari W.
Colombo 07
Our promise to your family
The commitments behind every trusted placement.
Verified Before Every Placement
Background checks and references completed before a companion ever reaches your Colombo home — no exceptions, no shortcuts.
Transparent From Day One
Published rates and documented visit notes mean you always know what your family is paying for and how your parent is doing.
Consistency You Can Count On
The same matched companion every visit, so the relationship — and the trust — deepens rather than resets each week.
A Written 72-Hour Guarantee
If the match is not right, we rematch at no cost. Our promises are in writing, not just spoken at the doorstep.
Quick answers
Trusted companion care in Colombo — answered directly.
What makes a companion care service trusted in Colombo?
A trusted companion care service in Colombo has a proven track record, background-verified companions, transparent pricing, and real family reviews. BetterHands has served 400+ Colombo families since 2020 with a 4.9 of 5 match rating and a written 72-hour placement guarantee.
How can I verify a companion care provider in Colombo before committing?
Ask for references, read real family reviews, and confirm that every companion is background-checked. BetterHands provides all three, plus a free assessment where your loved one meets the matched companion first — so trust is established before any payment is made.
Is my elderly parent safe with a trusted companion in Colombo?
Yes. Every trusted BetterHands companion is background-verified, trained in safeguarding, and supervised by a coordinator. The same familiar person attends each visit, and families receive regular updates — so your parent's safety in Colombo is monitored continuously, never assumed.
Trusted across every district
Trusted companion care across all of Colombo.
Families across every Colombo district trust BetterHands with their parents. A family in Battaramulla receives the same dependable, verified companion care as a family in Cinnamon Gardens — with no travel supplement, anywhere.
Exploring your options? These related Colombo services come from the same trusted team.
Want references first? Contact our Colombo team — we are glad to share them.
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Frequently asked questions
Trusted companion care in Colombo.
BetterHands has served 400+ Colombo families since 2020, with a 4.9 of 5 companion match rating. Every companion is background-verified, personality-matched, and supervised by a coordinator. Trust is earned through a proven track record, transparent pricing, real family reviews, and a written 72-hour placement guarantee.
Every trusted companion in Colombo passes a 48-hour criminal background check and reference verification before placement. Companions are trained in safeguarding, supervised by a coordinator, and the same familiar person attends each visit. Families also receive regular updates, so safety is monitored continuously, not assumed.
Yes. BetterHands shares real reviews from Colombo families across districts like Wellawatte, Borella, and Battaramulla, and can provide references on request. A free assessment lets you meet the matched companion first, so trust is built before any commitment or payment is made.
If the match is not right, BetterHands arranges a replacement at no cost — unlimited for members, at any point, and a written guarantee rather than a verbal promise. Our 4.9 of 5 match rating means this is rare, but the assurance protects your family's trust from the very first visit.
BetterHands guarantees a verified, matched companion within 72 hours of your assessment across every Colombo district. For urgent situations, an introduction can often be arranged sooner — always with full background checks completed, never skipped to fill a placement faster.
Transparent pricing
Companion care, priced openly.
One annual membership covers coordination, payroll, and unlimited companion replacements. After that you pay a flat daily rate — no shift premiums, no district supplements.
BetterHands Annual Membership
LKR 20,000
One-time annual registration fee
- Unlimited caregiver replacements at no additional cost if you are not satisfied
- Payroll management and caregiver administration
- Ongoing coordination and support from the BetterHands team
- Access to all services covered under the BetterHands membership
Step two — daily service rates
Duties below are what each role normally provides — your care plan is tailored during the free assessment.
Caregiver
Daily living support and companionship
LKR 4,500/day
Most families start here — a parent who is managing, but should not be alone all day.
- Friendly conversation and companionship
- Bathing and personal care assistance (if required)
- Medication reminders and general supervision
- Simple meals and refreshments
- Short walks and light activities (if appropriate)
- Day-to-day assistance and emotional support
Nursing Assistant
Personal care plus basic clinical support
LKR 6,000/day
Common where diabetes, blood pressure or early-stage dementia needs daily monitoring.
- Everything in the caregiver role
- Vital signs monitoring (BP, blood sugar, SpO₂)
- Medication reminders and administration support
- Basic wound and continence care
Professional Nurse
Complex medical and post-operative needs
LKR 9,000/day
Usually after a hospital discharge, a stroke, or where wounds and IV care are involved.
- Everything in the nursing assistant role
- PHSRC-registered clinical nursing
- Wound care, injections, and IV therapy
- Catheter, NG tube, and post-operative care
Daily rates are charged in addition to the one-time annual registration fee of LKR 20,000. The same daily rates apply to day care, night care and live-in support — no shift premiums, no travel supplements for any district. Placements are booked for a minimum of 15 days and billed in 15 or 30-day cycles, whichever you choose at the start. Hospital bystander cover is priced by shift length instead, with its own shorter minimum — see that service page for its packages. A free care assessment is provided before any commitment.
A one-way transfer for the caregiver is arranged at the start of placement.
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1,000+
Caregiver profiles
96%
First-match success
Trained
Caregiver training
72
Hours to placement