Examples of our services

Lightening the Load

Examples of our services include (and are not exclusive to):

  • Companionship/friendship
  • Having someone to go on outings with - i.e. shopping, social outings, luncheon club, craft club, other of their choice
  • Having someone to assist with meal preparation and/or help plan meals
  • Having someone to help with a few light duties - i.e. putting washing in the machine, hanging out washing, wiping kitchen surfaces, filling kettle, getting meals out of the fridge/freezer etc.
  • Having someone to do activities with - i.e. reading, crafts, playing games, quizzes, walks, cooking, etc.

  • Having someone to sit with the person they care for so that they can have a break.
  • Having someone to give a carer/family member/s a half day/whole day off from their caring duties.
  • Having someone to give a carer/family member/s a whole night off from their caring duties.
  • Having someone to accompany to medical/other appointments.
  • Having someone to take on visits to friend/s or family.
  • Having someone to ensure that a home is ready for post hospital discharge - i.e. falls risk assessment can be done and actioned, food put in fridge, organise whatever is required to help improve the transition experience from hospital to home. This will always be done in collaboration with other services as required.
  • We also offer an on-call service for existing clients. This is for people who are cared for so that a carer/family member/other can take some time out of their caring duties.
  • We can also signpost you or your carer/family to other services where possible.

"Dad was admitted to hospital 5 weeks ago and was, deteriorating rapidly missing the home he was born and raised in and still lives in today at age 90. We were racking our brains what to do Wednesdays and Thursdays as my sister and I work and were scared of him going on his routine pm walk which he wasn't strong enough to do. Lightening the Load picked up the slack literally. Lightening the Load have played cards and dominoes with dad, they have a laugh with him and now he is going to be at a more suitable time of 8.45 pm. Before, due to boredom, he was going to bed at 5 pm. Thank you for relieving some pressure and for your staff being well suited to such a profession."

by Lesley

"Dad went out for cake and coffee today with Lightening the Load, something he would never normally do. Trying to get him motivated and seeing him uninspired and lonely is just dreadful but I can honestly say that Lightening the Load is changing his world. Thank you for being a new friend to dad and for helping to make his life so much brighter and more positive."

by Nicky

"Thank you for the care and kindness shown to my mum and dad. It is reassuring to know that you are there to support them and me through these difficult times".

by Lynne

"There is only one service I would use to look after my husband when I go out and that's yours because you are the only ones I trust - you're all amazing".

by Sandra

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