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Working at Helping Hands

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11 Jul 2017
A day in the life of a Helping Hands branch manager

Hello! I’m Jacqueline Fairbrother, Branch Manager for Helping Hands in Plymouth. I’ve lived in Plymouth for the last 40 years,…

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25 Apr 2017
From South Africa to Warwickshire

After joining Helping Hands in 2013 as a live-in carer, Beverley has proven herself to be a great help to…

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13 Mar 2017
Spotlight on Helen Dautrive

Arranging the right care and support for our customers and their families rarely just ‘happens’ – there is a lot…

Two women smile at each other as they walk arm-in-arm in a bright kitchen. One uses a walking stick. Vegetables and flowers are on the worktop, creating a warm, cheerful atmosphere.
13 Mar 2017
Care across the world

What makes our carers so special is their love for their work and their commitment to their customers. This passion…

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07 Feb 2017
Nurse Levante joins as a carer from Transylvania

Experienced nurse, Levante, joined us this month to become a live-in carer, all the way from the beautiful and historic…

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27 Jan 2017
My Carer Journey: Ricardo Granado

Our carers come to us from all walks of life and have some amazing stories to share. Though they all…

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04 Aug 2016
Celebrating our Carers

At Helping Hands, we believe that the fantastic work that all of our carers do should always be celebrated. These…

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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…

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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…

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19 Sep 2014
Carer Training Opened My Eyes

Before joining Helping Hands I completed my degree at University, and, after studying English Literature for three years, it’s safe…