California Domestic Workers Coalition

Are you considered a “companion”?

Some homecare attendants for older adults and people with disabilities are considered “companions” under federal law if they spend the majority of their time on fellowship and protection duties, such as keeping company, playing games, or doing hobbies together, and no more than 20% on assistance with care, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, transferring, or housework. 

  • Yes

    Yes, I spend 80% or more of my time on companion duties.
  • No

    I spend more than 20% of my time on assistance with care such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, transferring, and housework.