Home Instead Ascot, Camberley & Wokingham

10/10/2025

It’s World Mental Health Day — and a little company can go a long way. 🌿

Our Lavender Lounge at The Foxes Den, Binfield is a warm, welcoming space to connect, chat and enjoy a cuppa together. ☕

🗓️ Next session: Thursday 13th November, 10:30am–12:00pm
📞 Call 01252 282863 for details.

09/10/2025

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re shining a light on one of our incredible Live-in Care Professionals, Maisie, who shares her powerful and deeply personal story on the latest episode of the Home Instead podcast. 🎧

In this episode, Maisie opens up about her breast cancer journey — from diagnosis to recovery — and how her experience has shaped her compassion and strength in caring for others.

Her story is a reminder of the resilience, empathy and hope that live at the heart of caregiving. 🌸

🎧 Listen below!

Let’s Talk Home Care · Episode

07/10/2025

Lavender Lounge – Dementia-Friendly Community Café 💜

A gentle reminder that our next Lavender Lounge session is happening this Thursday, 9th October, from 10:30am to 12:00pm at The Foxes Den, Binfield.

It’s a relaxed, welcoming space for people living with dementia and their loved ones to enjoy:
☕ Hot drinks and biscuits
💬 Friendly conversation
🤝 Practical advice and emotional support from our trainer and Care Professionals

Whether you’re just beginning to navigate a diagnosis or further along the journey, we’re here to offer support and connection. 💜

No booking needed — simply come along.

📞 For more information, call 01252 282863.

07/10/2025

Today marks two decades of caring, compassion, and connection. For 20 years, Home Instead has been helping older adults live with dignity, purpose, and comfort in their own homes — growing from a single idea into a trusted national network of care.

💜 We’re proud that this commitment to quality continues to shine through:
🏆 Gold Winner at the 2024 Home Care Awards
⭐ _The UK’s most recommended home care company for the 10th year running on _homecare.co.uk — with 38 local offices featured in the Top 20 regional lists.

From the very beginning, our guiding principle has been simple: To us, it’s personal. Whether it’s building meaningful relationships, supporting families, or empowering our Care Professionals, that belief is stronger than ever.

Here’s to 20 years of making a real difference in people’s lives — and to all the chapters still to come. 💜

01/10/2025

United Nations International Day of Older People 💜

Older people play a vital role in our local communities — as caregivers, volunteers, activists, and connectors across generations. Today, we celebrate those contributions and reflect on this year’s UK theme: the importance of connection.

Because ageing doesn’t mean disconnection. From retirement to changing health, later life brings both challenges and new opportunities to build relationships that keep us involved, supported, and valued. 🌟

One way we support this locally is through the Lavender Lounge in Binfield — a dementia-friendly community café where people can come together to relax, chat, and connect. Our next session is on Thursday 9th October, 10:30am–12:00pm at the Foxes Den. No need to book — just come along.

At Home Instead Ascot, Camberley & Wokingham, we’re proud to walk alongside older adults and their families every day, helping them stay connected to the people and places that matter most.

30/09/2025

As World Alzheimer’s Month comes to an end, one fact stands out: over a third of UK adults worry someone they know may have undiagnosed dementia.

Talking openly about dementia matters. It helps families access support sooner, make plans, and ensure loved ones live with dignity and comfort. 💜

We’re proud to stand with Alzheimer's Society in shining a light on dementia awareness and care.

👉 Call us on 01276 903106 to talk about how we can support you and your loved one.

30/09/2025

“💬 “Dad’s just out of hospital... how do I make sure he doesn’t lose his independence?”

It’s a question many families face after a hospital stay. You want your loved one to recover safely — but also to feel confident and not held back.

Our Live-in Care provides consistent, one-to-one support in the comfort of home. With encouragement, structure, and care tailored to each person’s goals, we help people rebuild confidence and quality of life.

Take Brian’s story. After leaving hospital at 90, his wish was simple: to feel the sun on his face in his own garden again. With the daily support of his Live-in Care Pro Kundi, and encouragement from Care Pro Laura, Brian regained strength step by step. With their help, he was able to enjoy that special moment outdoors once again.

Because great care isn’t just about safety. It’s about supporting people to keep living life their way.

📞 To learn more about our Live-in Care Packages, call us on 01276 903106.

29/09/2025

🎙️ Listen to our new podcast episode!

In this episode, we’re joined by private Dr Suhail Hussain GP to explore the value of truly personalised healthcare.

👉 What does it mean to have a GP who knows not just your symptoms, but your story?

👉 How can personalised care make a difference in an age of 10-minute appointments, telemedicine, and increasing reliance on technology?

Dr Hussain shares his insights on why connection, time, and trust are at the heart of good medicine — and why this matters more now than ever.

🎧 Listen now:
https://redcircle.com/shows/d9092732-d598-40fe-aca0-f0b32d9944a5/episodes/3a3e5239-1464-4f07-a8fc-4420d1ecf114

Listen to Let’s Talk Home Care on RedCircle

24/09/2025

💬 “Mum just doesn’t seem interested in food anymore. How can I make sure she’s eating well?”

Eating well in later life isn’t just about what’s on the plate — it’s about making mealtimes enjoyable and balanced.

From adapting to changing tastes, to offering smaller portions and regular snacks, a little support goes a long way — especially for those living with dementia. 💜

Our Care Professionals undergo full nutrition and hydration training, giving them the skills and ideas to adapt meals to each client’s needs. And because we cook from scratch, meals are not only nutritious but tailored with care.

👉 Here are some practical tips to help: www.homeinstead.co.uk/eating-well-whilst-living-with-dementia/

23/09/2025

It’s Alzheimer’s Awareness Month on B Radio with Home Instead Ascot, Camberley & Wokingham

From Singing for the Brain to Lavender Lounge cafés, Lauren Fridge shares the creative ways they bring people together.

🎙️ Link to listen to the podcast in comments 👇

21/09/2025

💜 Today is World Alzheimer’s Day 💜

A day to raise awareness, promote understanding, and support families affected by dementia in our community.

At Home Instead Ascot, Camberley and Wokingham, we stand alongside local families every day. Our trained Care Professionals provide comfort, understanding, and support — helping people live well at home with dignity.

This year’s theme encourages us all to ask questions and start conversations about dementia.

👉 Take a look at our page today for tips on how to start those important conversations with your loved ones.

Let’s use today to learn, talk, and show support for those living with dementia.

Alzheimer's Society

20/09/2025

💬 “Taking Dad out for an eye test leaves him anxious and unsettled. I wish there was a way to make it easier.”

We know how stressful appointments can feel — which is why we’ve partnered with OutsideClinic to offer professional eye and hearing tests in the comfort of home.

No long journeys, no waiting rooms, no disorientation — just expert support delivered where it feels safe and familiar.

As part of our partnership, our clients and Care Professionals have access to a dedicated referral pathway with OutsideClinic, making the whole process even smoother.

It’s another way we work with trusted partners to make life healthier, happier, and a little easier for those we care for.

📞 To learn more about our care packages and partnerships, call us on 01276 903106.