companionize
/kɒmpəˈnɑːnɪzaɪz/Definitions
1. verb
to treat as a companion; to associate with someone as a companion
“The company decided to companionize their new customers with a free gift.”
2. verb
to make someone’s life more enjoyable by providing companionship
“The new volunteer program aimed to companionize the elderly residents in the nursing home.”