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A woman in a wheelchair smiles and talks with another woman kneeling beside her in a garden. They are surrounded by greenery, with a green watering can nearby. Both women appear happy and engaged in conversation.
19 Oct 2015
Enabling young adults to live independently

With hundreds of Helping Hands’ customers under the age of 65, it is important that we are able to offer…

An older woman with glasses and light-coloured clothing sits at a kitchen worktop, smiling. Vegetables, including carrots and peppers, are on the worktop in front of her. Bright natural light fills the room.
17 Jul 2015
Live-in care has changed our lives

Mum would not consider a ‘stranger’ living with her These are words from Joan’s daughter Amanda who, in a candid…

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19 Jun 2015
Cycling care service

A cycling care service from Helping Hands With summer just around the corner, Helping Hands is embracing an innovative method…

A smiling woman in a purple uniform and blue gloves stands in a kitchen, holding a cleaning cloth. She wears a name badge and a stethoscope, with shelves, a kettle, and a sink visible in the background.
10 Jun 2015
National Carers Week

The importance of taking a break National Carers Week provides us with an opportunity to consider the importance of breaks…

A carer kneels on the floor, helping an elderly man seated on a chair put on his shoes. Both are smiling in a cosy, well-lit room.
02 Jun 2015
Positive Risk-Taking

Imagine losing it all – driving, finances, choice of residence, even the decision of what clothing you’re going to wear.…

A smiling carer in a purple uniform stands outdoors, linking arms with an older woman in a light blue cardigan and white blouse. They both look happy, with greenery and a wooden fence in the background.
19 May 2015
Dementia Awareness Week – The Dementia Diet

During Dementia Awareness Week we’re looking at the effect Dementia can have on appetite and dementia care strategies for improving nutrition…

A smiling carer in a purple uniform stands outdoors, linking arms with an older woman in a light blue cardigan and white blouse. They both look happy, with greenery and a wooden fence in the background.
18 May 2015
Helping Hands Dementia Awareness Week

To support Dementia Awareness Week, Helping Hands is hosting an online live chat question and answer session on Wednesday 20th…

A young male carer in a purple uniform smiles and talks with an older man whilst gardening outdoors near green plants and a watering can.
15 Apr 2015
Thinking about Dementia

Young or old we all have a duty to better understand and recognise the signs of Dementia. It’s completely normal…

An older woman with short blonde hair, wearing a light blue cardigan, smiles while sitting at an outdoor table with another person. A potted plant with pink flowers and cups are on the table.
01 Apr 2015
Dementia Care at Home – Can it help?

If you are exploring the options of how to support a loved one with dementia care, considering dementia care at…

An older woman with glasses and light-coloured clothing sits at a kitchen worktop, smiling. Vegetables, including carrots and peppers, are on the worktop in front of her. Bright natural light fills the room.
27 Mar 2015
Nursing home or Live In Care

“I don’t want to go into a nursing home.” Perhaps the hardest struggle we see every day is families trying…