Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston

✨ Introducing: Our Amazing Merton Carers Event Stallholders! ✨

Spotlight on: Two Teaspoons

Two Teaspoons was set up by Becky Beasley in 2012 and has been nurturing the culinary talents of the younger members of society, and providing catering services to individuals and businesses, ever since.

'At Two Teaspoons we believe our business should make a positive contribution to the community it operates in. We are delighted to be involved in this Home Instead event and are excited to offer a tasty and nutritious lunch to the wonderful carers who provide essential support to people in Merton.'

🗓️ 14th September, 11am-3pm
📍 Wimbledon Quarter, 4 Queen's Rd, SW19 8ND

RSVP on Eventbrite to join us for this special day of celebration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merton-carers-event-tickets-981834081167

💜September is World Alzheimer’s Month💜

It is a crucial opportunity to raise awareness and destigmatise this type of dementia, as well as address discrimination faced by those suffering with the condition.

Nearly one million people have dementia in the UK. That means that nearly one million families battle every day for their loved ones to get the correct support and care they need.

To mark this, we will be hosting an ‘Understanding Dementia Workshop’ at our office in New Malden, on Tuesday 17th September from 10am -1pm.

To find out more and reserve your spot RSVP on Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-dementia-workshop-tickets-999213924747

For more ideas about how you can support the World Alzheimer’s Month, please
visit the dementiauk.org website.

✨ Introducing: Our Amazing Merton Carers Event Stallholders! ✨

Spotlight on: Wimbledon Guild

Wimbledon Guild, established in 1907, is a Wimbledon based charity that provides a range of community services aimed at improving the lives of local residents, particularly those who are vulnerable, isolated, or in need. The charity offers support in various forms, including mental health counselling, financial assistance, and activities designed to combat loneliness and promote well-being.

Wimbledon Guild are encouraging of our Merton Carers Event and say, 'Carers are the heart of our community, offering invaluable support to vulnerable people in Merton. Their kindness, compassion, and dedication help so many maintain their independence and stay connected.'

'If you're an unpaid carer in Merton, we're here to support you too. Wimbledon Guild's free one-on-one phone or Zoom counselling service is a safe space just for you, to talk about your feelings and focus on your own wellbeing, so you can take good care of yourself while caring for someone.'

🗓️ 14th September, 11am-3pm
📍 Wimbledon Quarter, 4 Queen's Rd, SW19 8ND

RSVP on Eventbrite to join us for this special day of celebration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merton-carers-event-tickets-981834081167

✨ Introducing: Our Amazing Merton Carers Event Stallholders! ✨

Spotlight on: All About Mumz (allaboutmumz.com)

All About Mumz is a sanctuary for relaxation and connection. It is a place where every Mum can take a moment for herself and be cared for. Whether it’s a rejuvenating treatment, a curated event, or a supportive community, there's something for every Mum.

Founder, P**a says that attending our Merton Carers Event and supporting carers is deeply meaningful to her:

'I have witnessed first hand the immense dedication and sacrifice that caregiving requires. My mother has been caring for my grandmother, who is now 99 and bed-bound, for the past four years. She has selflessly devoted herself to ensuring my grandmother's well-being, often at the expense of her own life and personal needs.

My experience as a nanny for 20 years, during which I cared for many children and mothers, inspired me to create All About Mumz to provide much-needed pampering and recognition for mothers. Through this initiative, I’ve had the opportunity to work in various care homes, offering seated massage treatments. I've seen the dedication, hard work, and compassion that carers bring to their roles every day. Supporting them and recognising their efforts is not just important; it’s essential, and that’s why attending this event matters so much to me. It’s a way to give back and honour those who give so much to others.'

Follow All About Mumz on Instagram: instagram.com/allaboutmumz

🗓️ 14th September, 11am-3pm
📍 Wimbledon Quarter, 4 Queen's Rd, SW19 8ND

RSVP on Eventbrite to join us for this special day of celebration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merton-carers-event-tickets-981834081167

Happy retirement Bernice.
Thank you for all the love and care you have given over the years.💕💕💕

Post of Praise Alert! 📢

Mariana; you recently went above and beyond for a client who was receiving palliative care. They were incredibly grateful for your kindness and care.

Thank you, Mariana. We are so proud of you and so happy that you are part of our team!

💙 Care Professionals are Vital 💙

Nearly double the number of people are receiving care at home compared to those in care homes. This growth in demand has been driven by factors such as NHS bed shortages, the high cost of care homes, and long waiting lists for community care. This trend is set to continue as our population ages, making the role of the Care Professional increasingly important.

At Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston, our Care Professionals are passionate about the care they provide.

Eleanor, a dedicated team member since November 2020, shares her experience:
"Throughout the difficult times, we care. We enable our clients to stay at home as long as possible and we keep them comfortable. Supporting our clients and their families makes me proud to work here. The impact we have on their lives is truly rewarding."

Make a difference in someone's life today, consider becoming a Care Professional with us.

Visit our website https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston and give us a call 0208 942 4137

✨ Introducing: Our Amazing Merton Carers Event Stallholders! ✨
As we countdown to our upcoming Merton Carers Event on 14th September, we're thrilled to spotlight the amazing local businesses joining us as stallholders. Stay tuned to discover their fantastic offerings and how they're supporting our care community!

Spotlight on: Holben Hypnotherapy.

As a hypnotherapist and psychotherapist, Jackie specialises in helping those suffering from anxiety through solution-focused talk therapy combined with soothing, relaxing hypnotherapy.
She is absolutely thrilled to be supporting the Merton Carers Event. 'Having previously worked with the incredible team at Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston, I've witnessed just how amazing they (and all carers) truly are. Caring is an incredibly demanding role, and carers often put others first, sometimes neglecting their own self-care. Stress can manifest in various ways—insomnia, anger, stomach issues, addictions, panic attacks, self-doubt, phobias, anxiety, and more. I’m so excited for the Merton Carers event and can’t wait to meet everyone there!'

On the day, Jackie will be providing insights and understanding to help carers recognise and manage the stress response, empowering them to take better care of themselves. She will also be sharing some practical tools and tricks to handle acute stress when it strikes.

🗓️ 14th September, 11am-3pm
📍 Wimbledon Quarter, 4 Queen's Rd, SW19 8ND

RSVP on Eventbrite to join us for this special day of celebration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merton-carers-event-tickets-981834081167

Post of Praise Alert! 📢

We are thrilled to share this incredible praise about Tracy W.

Tracy, we are so proud of you! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of your hard work.

This is what it’s all about - the good goodbye. We can’t keep everyone forever especially when their life situation changes. However we know we have touched their hearts!

Thank you M for you beautiful words and for sharing your very big heart with us 💕💕

Cinnamon Bun - must be our monthly office team meeting!

It’s always good to catch up - we have a lot going on over the next few weeks, so preparation is key!

📝Join Our Team - Recruitment and Induction 📝

At Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston we ensure that every new team member feels welcomed and well-prepared. Jeom, who has been with us for nearly 4 years, shares, "I found my position through an online job board. The recruitment process was smooth, and I felt supported from day one."

We provide a comprehensive induction to help you settle into your role with confidence. As the demand for home care services continues to grow, driven by factors such as NHS bed shortages and the affordability of home care, it is crucial to have a supportive team in place.

Ready to join a team that values you?

Visit our website https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston and give us a call: 0208 942 4137

Post of Praise Alert! 📢

We want to give a HUGE shout out to Gemma F. this week. Her client’s family sent us this amazing feedback and we are so proud of her.

Thank you Gemma from all of us at Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston. Keep up the good work!

So sad to read. To all the staff and patients of St Raphael’s, if there is anything we can do to help, please get in touch. 💜

We are very sad to announce that we have now closed our Hospice at Home service.

Hospice at Home was our non-specialist care service providing practical support to patients in the later stages of illness, and their carers from Health Care Assistants.

This change has been made as part of our cuts to our services due to due to the unsustainable financial pressures facing us, and the whole hospice sector. It has been an incredibly hard decision to disband the Hospice at Home Team when we know how much it has been valued by people in our community facing the end of their lives.

Our Community Team is continuing to provide its expert clinical support and advice.

If you require any further information about the Hospice at Home Team email [email protected] or call 0208 099 7777.

To make a donation at this challenging time 👇 http://www.straphaels.org.uk/donate

Thank god for aircon at Raynes Park Library!

Look at that smile - what a lovely start to the week. Love to Move - every Monday from 12-2pm lunch included.

📚 Exceptional Training Opportunities 📚

At Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston we believe in equipping our Care Professionals with the best training. Before any Care Pro has their first real at-home call, they go through an immersive training experience.

Enuri, a team member for the last 2 and a half years, says, "The training opportunities here are fantastic. I felt fully prepared to provide the best care to our clients."

Find out more about our outstanding training programmes on our website https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston or give us a call on 0208 942 4137.

Post of Praise Alert! 📢

A big shout out to Michelle C. who recently received this charming praise from one of her clients.
Michelle, thank you so much for all your hard work and the kindness you show your clients. It is not going unnoticed!

If you enjoy making someone’s day and are interested in a role as a Care Professional, get in touch, we would be happy to chat.
Visit: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston
Call: 0208 942 4137

🌟 Celebrating Our Amazing Team 🌟

Meet one of our Care Professionals Suzie Speed, 'Speedy' as she is affectionately known, who has been with us for seven and a half years.

What does Suzie love about Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston?

"The work culture here is very positive and supportive. Our team is like a family, always ready to help each other out. The training I have received has helped me in both my role and my personal life over the years. To be able to give people advice and the wisdom that we are given is so nice to share.”

Suzie is also our Community Liaison Champion and runs both our 'Love to Move' and 'Love to Sing' community events each week.

"The classes are pure joy for me, and I feel very lucky to have the opportunity to be part of them. Some of the attendees don't get out and mingle much so these are guaranteed events away from their homes that they will enjoy, a sense of belonging in a safe environment.

It is so important that we at Home Instead offer these events to the community because there is not much available out there. The fact that we make them accessible and affordable to people is also so very important. Being part of the community where we can all help one another is so valuable."

Want to find out more about Home Instead and how our amazing team could help your loved one?

Visit our website at www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston or give us a call 020 8942 4137

It was great for Clare and Annie to be back at Kingston Chamber of Commerce business breakfast this morning.

Great coffee and great contacts and beautiful views of Kingston looking resplendent early this morning! What’s not to love 💗!

Post of Praise Alert! 📢

A huge well done to our Care Professional, Kobby!
Kobby has received this wonderful praise from one of his clients.
Thank you, Kobby for always bringing a smile to your client's faces and ensuring that all your work is completed to a high standard!

If you enjoy making relationships and are interested in a role as a Care Professional, just get in touch, we would be happy to chat.
Visit: www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston
Call: 0208 942 4137

Home Instead is delighted to be sponsoring the first Women in Business Forum hosted by Kingston Chamber of Commerce in September.

Business owner Clare Jefferies and some of her mostly female team are looking forward to a fantastic day celebrating just how brilliant women are!

Post of Praise Alert! 📢

Wow, what an accolade. Well done to Katia V. for this amazing praise. Thank you so much from everyone at Home Instead - Wimbledon & Kingston.

If you enjoy making someone’s day and are interested in a role as a Care Professional, just get in touch, we would be happy to chat.

Visit: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledon-kingston
Call: 0208 942 4137

How to Protect Your Love One from Scammers!

Before they were cared for by Care Professionals at Home Instead Wimbledon and Kingston, a client lost a large quantity of money through a doorstep scam.
Luckily, since they have been looked after by us, this has been prevented from happening again.

Think a loved one might be a victim of a scam? Here are some top things to look out for…

• Unusual Amounts of Mail: Receiving many unsolicited letters or packages.
• Unexpected Financial Activity: Large cash withdrawals or multiple cheque payments to unfamiliar entities.
• Frequent Calls from Strangers: An increase in calls from unknown numbers, especially those asking for personal information or money.
• Secretive Behaviour: Being secretive about finances or communications with strangers.

If you aren’t sure and need further support please go to…
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/scams/what-to-do-if-youve-been-
scammed

If your loved one needs support and companionship, please get in touch. We
would love to help.

Live your best life - whatever age you are. It’s just a number after all!

We are really looking forward to bringing our new Virtual Reality experience to The River Club tomorrow. Come and find us and see what it’s all about. We’ll be there between 11 and 4pm.