Meaningful Companionship
for Older Adults
COMPANIONSHIP, CONVERSATION AND
A STORY WORTH TELLINGProfessional one-to-one companionship for older adults in Cape Town, including my signature life-story writing service. Personalised visits, meaningful conversations, outings, and beautifully written life stories.
Meet Milou
I'm Milou Staub, a Professional Companion based in Cape Town. I provide one-to-one companionship for older adults through thoughtful outings, meaningful conversation, personalised visits, and my signature life-story writing service.My role is to bring connection, joy and reassurance to everyday moments, and to help your loved one feel truly heard, whether that's over a cup of tea, on a favourite drive, or through the pages of their own life story.I grew up in Mauritius and have called Cape Town home for over twenty years. Music, hospitality and magazine publishing have taught me how to listen closely, connect quickly, and help people feel genuinely seen.At some point I realised I wanted my work to matter in a different way. So here we are.
Where It All Began
It began with Eli, my dear friend born in 1929, the same year as Anne Frank. We played backgammon, cards, watched reality TV, took long drives, read books, argued, made up, and shared far too many Woolies mini chocolate mousses. She had outlived three husbands and lived alone in Cape Town, and I slowly realised that our time together was doing something quiet but powerful: it was pushing back against loneliness.When Eli passed away, she left me more than memories. She left me a glimpse of my purpose. It grew from that friendship, from the simple truth that connection matters and that life becomes lighter when someone is willing to sit with you, listen to you, and share moments of a day with you. It is my way of helping others who live alone feel less alone, and reminding them they still have so much life to share.
What I Offer
My signature offering is life-story writing, alongside companion visits at home and outings with transport provided.LIFE-STORY WRITING (Signature offering)
Every older person has a story worth telling, and so few people ever stop to properly ask. Through gentle, unhurried conversations, I listen while your loved one shares the moments that shaped their life, and shape them into a beautifully written life story: a lasting legacy for the family, and a chance for them to feel truly heard. Written by an award-winning editor, each story is personal, warm, and theirs alone.COMPANION VISITS
Time together in your home. Chats, board games, coffee or a gentle walk nearby.OUTINGS
Out and about time, including scenic drives, visit your favourite shops or a meal at a place you love, with transport provided in my own car.
How It Works
WHO I HELP
My companionship service is ideal for older adults who live alone, feel isolated, or would simply enjoy the company of someone to talk to. Many of my clients have rich stories they've never had the chance to tell properly — my life-story writing service gives them a reason to reminisce, be listened to, and see their memories captured in words. Often chosen by families who live overseas or out of province and want someone trusted nearby.A FEW QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE
What is life-story writing, exactly?
It's a series of relaxed conversations where I listen to your loved one's memories and shape them into a short, beautifully written life story — a keepsake for the whole family to treasure.What if my loved one and I aren't the right fit?
That matters more than anything. Our first visit is a chance to see how it feels, with no pressure to continue if it isn't right.Which areas do you cover?
Visits and outings are offered within a 21km radius of Green Point, Cape Town. Further afield can be discussed on request.How do I get started?
Message me on WhatsApp and we can have a quick chat about your loved one, what they'd enjoy, and how I can help.
The Investment
Every visit is personalised, so pricing depends on frequency, duration and location. As a guide:Single visit (1–1.5 hours): from R1200
Monthly Membership (regular weekly visits): from R4400 per month, at a reduced rateGIVE THE GIFT OF TIME
Gift vouchers are available for grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, or someone special - a meaningful alternative to traditional gifts.
Let's Chat
I'd love to hear how I can support you and your loved one.I'm here to help.Get in touch via WhatsApp:
072 157 9558Growing older doesn't mean growing lonelier. Every visit is designed to bring connection, conversations and moments that make the week brighter.
Thank You
If you or someone you love could benefit from genuine company, I offer time that is thoughtful, flexible, and shaped around what feels comfortable.After I told my GP what I do, he said something that stayed with me."While medicine looks after the body, meaningful connection plays a powerful role in overall wellbeing."