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Companion Care in California

Conversation, outings, meals together and a steady, friendly presence for an older adult who lives alone or spends long days by themselves. Choose a city for its local figures and nearby providers, or post your care need free.

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California

Companion Care in California at a glance

6,524,861
residents 65 or older (16.5% of California, ACS 2024)
724,840
residents 85 or older
$16.50
median hourly wage of home care aides (BLS, May 2025); now below the $16.90 minimum
$16.90
state minimum wage per hour

California's minimum wage is $16.90 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026). For programs that can pay a caregiver, including a family member, see How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.

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Companion Care by city in California

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