My Nest

29/12/2025

Meet Zara 🐱 – my most enthusiastic little assistant

Zara absolutely loves coming with me to visit some of my clients.
She may be small, hairless, and slightly convinced she’s in charge… but she takes her job very seriously 😉

Every time we go to see J at the nursing home, the routine is pretty much the same:
✨ keep him company
✂️ trim his hair
💅 tidy up his nails
💬 have a proper chat (Zara listens… sometimes)

J is well cared for in the nursing home, but like many people, he still needs stimulation, human connection, and those little personal jobs done that often get missed.
That’s where I step in.

J’s family live overseas and can’t always be there for him, so I make sure someone is.

If you have a loved one in a nursing home and:
• you can’t visit as often as you’d like
• you worry they might be feeling lonely
• you want an extra pair of trained eyes checking how they’re really doing

I’m your person.

I’ve worked in nursing homes, I know how they operate from the inside, and I know what to look for, what matters, and how to help properly.

And if Zara can brighten the visit along the way… even better 🐾💕

📩 Feel free to message me if you’d like me to check in on someone you love...

24/12/2025

🎄A Christmas thank you from My Nest 🎄

I want to take a quiet moment to say thank you to all my clients and families who have trusted My Nest this year.
Thank you for choosing my service, for opening your homes to me, and for the trust you place in my care. It truly means more than words can say 💚
It is a privilege to support you, to share small everyday moments, and to be part of your journey. These connections are at the heart of what My Nest stands for.

I hope this Christmas brings you peaceful moments, warm family time with those closest to you, and comfort in the little things that matter most. May the season be gentle, kind, and filled with love.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and all the very best for the year ahead. 🎁

With gratitude
Ewelina from My Nest 🤗

23/12/2025

When your clients know exactly what you need for Christmas…

Meet my new “Grow your own boyfriend” 😂
Never argues. Always agrees. Doesn’t snore.
Honestly? Sounds like a Christmas miracle 🎅✨

Thank you for the laughs, this one made my day! 😂
Christmas at My Nest always comes with humour and heart 💚

22/12/2025

Are you all ready for Christmas?

Santa has been spotted… and yes, he’s checking his list twice 👀🎅
The big question is: have you been good this year? 😄

At My Nest, we’ve been spreading festive cheer, smiles, and a little bit of Christmas magic ❤️
Because Christmas isn’t just about presents, it’s about moments, laughter, and feeling cared for 💚

🎁 Were you good or mostly good this year? 😜

15/12/2025

I was flicking through The Banchory Fly magazine, and this really caught my eye: Eating in the UK in the 1950s.
It made me stop and think… so I checked what it looked like in Poland at the same time.

Have a look 👀

Eating in Poland in the 1950s

• Food was about survival, not choice
• Meat was rare and precious
• Sugar, flour and fat were rationed
• Bananas and oranges were almost mythical
• Coffee meant barley or chicory
• Tea was weak and reused
• White bread was a luxury
• Butter was replaced with lard
• Soup was eaten daily
• Potatoes were the base of almost every meal
• Rice was for rice pudding or special occasions
• Yoghurt was homemade (if at all)
• Pizza, pasta and kebabs didn’t exist
• Olive oil was unheard of
• Spices meant salt… and maybe pepper
• Fish was carp at Christmas
• Tinned food was a treasure
• Eating out wasn’t a thing, you ate at home
• Wasting food was a sin
• “Healthy food” meant there is food
• And the one thing you always had at the table…
respect for bread, and gratitude for every bite.

Different countries, slightly different stories, but one thing in common: food was about getting by, not choosing from 20 options.

Fast-forward to today and…
we can order food online, from the sofa, in pyjamas, without even leaving the house 😅
Luxury, really, even if we don’t always notice it.

Makes you appreciate how far we’ve come… and maybe smile a little too.. :)

13/12/2025

A really valuable local service, worth knowing about and sharing 💚

🚗 Need help getting to appointments?

The Royal Voluntary Service offers a Community Transport Service for adults who cannot access public transport or have no other means of getting to appointments.

Their friendly volunteer drivers can help with transport to:
• GP, hospital, dentist or optician appointments
• Social clubs and hairdressers
• Visiting family or friends in hospital or care homes

It is a 1–1 service, using the volunteers’ own vehicles, and is available across Aberdeenshire.

📞 To find out more about this chargeable service, please contact the Aberdeenshire team on 01224 937110

✉️ or email:
grampsiansupport@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

A brilliant local service worth knowing about and sharing.

09/12/2025

“Seen it all. Done it all. Can’t remember most of it.” 😂

I found this on a coaster today and honestly… if that isn’t the most accurate description of half of the people I support (and most of us too!), I don’t know what is. 😅

Memory can be a funny thing, sometimes it’s sharp like a knife, and sometimes it just packs its bags and goes on holiday without notice. 🙈
But what truly matters is the kindness, patience and humour we meet it with. 🤗

A little forgetfulness is part of being human.
A lot of forgetfulness can be part of ageing, stress, or conditions like dementia.
And in each of these situations, a good laugh and a warm heart go a long way.

At My Nest I always say:
It’s easier to face the hard moments when we can smile together. 🤗
And trust me, even when someone doesn’t remember every detail… they do remember how you made them feel !

So let’s keep supporting, understanding, and yes - laughing about our little human flaws. 😅💚

07/12/2025

⚠️ PLEASE READ - IMPORTANT SCAM WARNING ⚠️

There’s a rise in scams targeting older and vulnerable people, especially through phone calls.
Scammers are getting more clever, they pretend to be from the bank, police, GP surgery, HMRC, or even a family member.

📵 Please remind your parents, grandparents, neighbours or anyone who might be at risk:

A BANK WILL NEVER:
• ask for your PIN,
• ask for full bank details,
• ask you to transfer money,
• send someone to collect your card,
• pressure you to act “right now”.

If a call feels strange, it is strange.
Just hang up, wait a few minutes, and call your bank back on the official number.

No genuine organisation will ever mind you double-checking.
There is absolutely no shame in saying:
“I will call back through the official number.”

Posters like the one shown here were made by one of my client’s family, it’s a great idea to place something similar in a visible spot, ideally next to the phone, especially for anyone whose memory can be taken advantage of.

Please share this with your family, especially the older generation.
Scams are becoming more common, but a simple conversation can prevent heartbreak.

Stay safe, everyone 💚

12/11/2025

So lovely to see the Forget Me Not Club growing and continuing their amazing work for the community💙
If anyone can help with their new charity shop in Aboyne, please get in touch, every bit of kindness helps! :)

The Forget Me Not Club is preparing to open a charity shop in Aboyne! This is an important step in our growth and will allow us to expand our service to the community and ultimately help even more people 💙

Before we can announce our grand opening though, we desperately need some shop equipment! If you can spare any of these items, we would love to hear from you:-

💙 Racks & rails
💙 Mannequins
💙 Display cabinets
💙 Shop shelving
💙 Coat hangers

Please spread the word too, if you know of anyone who might be able to help!

Please contact us on social media, come into Bennett House, or phone 07957 118839.

Thank you!

17/10/2025

Hey everyone! 🖐️

I’m sharing a little gem today, a brochure with post-op hip exercises to help you or a loved one get back on your feet. After surgery, taking those first steps as soon as possible is so important. It boosts healing, builds confidence, and gets you moving toward the life you love again. I’ve seen it time and time again with my clients in Banchory!

If you’re coming home and need someone by your side to guide you through those early days, I’m your person! At My Nest, I work hand-in-hand with physiotherapists to assist with your exercises. Let’s do them together in a way that feels supportive and fun. 😜Whether it’s a gentle start or steady progress, I’ll be there to cheer you on until you’re standing tall and feeling strong. 💪

Ready to take that first step? Text me today, I’d love to help you regain your confidence and get moving! 🦵🏃‍➡️ Message me at info@mynest.org.uk - let’s make your recovery a team effort!💚

15/10/2025

Oh, what a day at Union Square! Took one of my lovely clients shopping at Phase Eight and Hobbs, and guess what? They were handing out prosecco while you browse! 😂 My client was sipping away, looking like she owned the place, while I’m here pushing her wheelchair and driving (her crazy :P ). No tipsy shopping for me, sadly! Haha! 😅

(Photo of me and my client here: check out that prosecco glass in her hand, pure class!) 👌

If you want to get a little tipsy while trying on that perfect outfit, Union Square’s your spot! 😁

At My Nest, I love making these outings happen, companionship, a laugh, and a safe ride home. Who else loves a shopping adventure? Share your funniest shopping story below or DM me to plan one! 💃 💚