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Health Secretary describes Helping Hands as the ‘experts’ at Godalming dementia event
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt today attended a dementia workshop in Godalming, Surrey, the first of its kind run by the…
A sales team with heart
What does the term ‘sales’ mean to you? For the sales – or customer liaison – team at Helping Hands,…
The winning carers of the 2017
Each year we pay a special tribute to four carefully selected carers whose hard work demonstrates our company values: Listening…
Colette wins an award for company values
Colette, one of our live-in carers, has been with us since 2015. During this time, she’s been involved in supporting…
Retired teacher Jerry on working as a carer: “Every moment is special”
Jerry works as a care assistant in Redditch where he supports customers on a part-time basis, visiting around around six…
Knowing when it’s time for home care
There may be a time when you think you need extra support with everyday life. Perhaps daily household tasks are…
Concerned about taking a break? The options for respite care
When you care for somebody, it’s natural that you might have concerns about taking a break. However, it’s also important…
Top tips for keeping safe and warm this winter
While the cooler weather may be a welcome retreat from the often stuffy, warm days of summer, it can bring…
Caring for carers: how live-in carers receive extra support from their peers
Working as a live-in carer takes a lot of dedication, passion, and care. They are the ones who support people…
Surprise visits for the carers who are living our values
...goals? you could join Maureen and Vicky as our Values Champions. Search for the latest carer jobs, or call our…
Top tips on keeping cool in warm weather
Overheating at any time can be a problem. Not only is it uncomfortable for the person involved, it can also…
20 years in care – Sandra and Jennifer’s story
This summer, we’re celebrating the carers who have been with us for a long time and the hard work they’ve…