Quick answer

In Cyprus, companionship for an older person (regular visits, errands, outings and check-ins, but not personal care or medication) usually costs well below UK rates. For comparison, one UK franchise, Home Instead in Leigh, charges £36 an hour for companionship (price list from 1 February 2026). Our own published plans in the Paphos area are €109 a month for a weekly check-in visit, €299 a month for weekly visits, outings and errands with a monthly lunch out included, or a custom plan from €24 an hour. Shopping is passed on at cost, with receipts.

Why prices are hard to find

Most local providers don’t publish prices. You ring, explain your situation, and get a quote. That’s frustrating when you’re comparing options from the UK late at night. We think families should be able to see the numbers before they pick up the phone, so this guide sets them out plainly, including ours.

What “companionship” actually means

Before comparing prices, make sure you’re comparing the same thing. Companionship usually covers:

Visits: coffee and conversation, a walk, a game of cards
Practical help: sorting post, phone calls, forms, setting up a phone or tablet
Errands: groceries, collecting a prescription, posting parcels
Outings: lunch out, a trip to the market, a coastal walk
Check-ins: an update to family after each visit

It does not cover personal care (washing, dressing, toileting), handling medication or medical advice. Those need a registered provider and cost considerably more. If a price looks surprisingly high or low, check which of these two things you’re actually being quoted for.

UK prices for comparison

Many families start by comparing with what they know. As one published example, Home Instead in Leigh lists companionship at £36 an hour (from 1 February 2026). UK prices vary by region and provider, so treat this as a reference point, not an average.

At that rate, a weekly two-hour visit plus a weekly errand run would add up quickly over a month. Cyprus is cheaper for most services, but there’s very little published information for English-speaking families, which is why it’s worth asking any provider for a clear monthly figure.

Local reference points in Paphos

It can help to know local rates for other kinds of paid help. The Cyprus Nanny 2026 guide puts average babysitting in Paphos at €14.07 an hour. A companion who is experienced, reliable and sends you regular updates will usually cost more than that, but far less than UK agency rates.

Our prices, in full

We publish our prices because we’d rather you knew exactly what you’re paying for.

Essentials: €109 a month (about £91)

A one-hour check-in visit every week
A WhatsApp update with a photo after each visit (photos only with written consent)

Good for: a parent who is independent and sociable but would benefit from a regular friendly face, and a family who wants a weekly “all fine” from someone in the room.

Companion: €299 a month (about £249)

This is our main plan and the one most families choose.

A social visit every week (coffee, conversation, help with post, phone or forms)
A wellness outing every week (a coastal walk for exercise, or company at a medical appointment)
Errands or household help every week (groceries, pharmacy collection, small jobs around the home)
A lunch out together every month, with meals for both included (up to €50)
A WhatsApp update with a photo after every visit

Limited-time offer: €199 for the first month.

Custom: from €24 an hour

Choose the visits and activities you want, including extras such as dinners out, culture visits, spa afternoons, home-cooked meals or handyman help. We price the hours at €24, plus €4 travel a visit, with meals and entry included up to stated amounts. Custom works well if your parent wants more visits, or something specific. For the same number of hours, Custom will always cost more than the Companion plan, which is built to be the best value.

What’s included and what’s at cost

Shopping: reimbursed at cost, against the receipt
Lunch out on the Companion plan: meals for both are included, up to €50
Help we arrange from others (handyman, cleaner, gardener): their bill at cost plus 10% for arranging and overseeing it, agreed with you first

We never hold your parent’s bank card, PIN or online banking details.

How to compare quotes: a checklist

When you speak to any provider, ask:

Is the price per hour or per month, and what’s the minimum?
Is travel included, or charged on top?
How are shopping and meals paid for? Will I get receipts?
Will I get an update after each visit? How?
Is it always the same person?
What don’t you do? (Personal care, medication and paid transport are common exclusions.)
What’s the notice period to cancel?
Do you hold a police clearance certificate and insurance?

The answers to the last three questions are often more important than the hourly rate.

Is the cheapest option the best?

Not always. A slightly higher price for the same person every week, who knows your parent’s routine and tells you when something changes, is usually worth more than a cheaper rota of strangers. Consistency is what turns a visit into a relationship, and a relationship is what gives you peace of mind from a thousand miles away.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a companion for an elderly person in Cyprus per hour?

Published figures are rare. Our monthly plans work out at roughly €17 to €20 an hour (about £14 to £17), not counting meals. For comparison, a UK franchise (Home Instead, Leigh) lists £36 an hour.

Can I pay from the UK?

Yes. We take UK debit and credit cards online, billed monthly in advance in euros.

Are there hidden costs?

There shouldn’t be. With us, the only extras are shopping (at cost, with receipts) and €4 travel a visit on Custom plans. Meals out on your plan are included.

Is companionship the same as home care?

No. Companionship covers company, errands, outings and check-ins. It doesn’t include personal care, medication or medical advice, which need a registered provider.

You can compare all three plans side by side or join the waitlist for next month’s intake.

What does a companion for an older person cost in Cyprus? (2026)