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The Caring Corner, Launceston (2025)

18/10/2025

Real feedback from Mrs S:

Admitting I needed help at home wasn’t easy, and sometimes, I still feel a little overwhelmed. But it gets easier.

For a long time, I was telling myself I was fine. I managed, mostly. I think I knew things were getting harder, like managing the shopping, the cleaning, and even remembering my medication seemed to all blur and muddle together.

I didn’t want to burden my family, and I was afraid that asking for care would mean losing my independence. I also remember how I have spent my life as a wife, a mother and a grandmother, and I was proud to have helped generations before learn to take care of themselves, and now I was struggling to do these things for myself.

What I didn’t realise about asking for help though, was that it would give me back my independence, and my will to live happily again.

After talking it through with my daughter, we decided to look into home care. We found a local service that really took the time to listen, and I really enjoyed that they wanted to know what mattered to me, not just what I needed help with.

Now, I have a small team of lovely carers who comes in once a day, seven days a week. They feel more like a friend though really, as we chat over a cup of tea while they helps
me with the things that used to wear me out, both physically and mentally.
The carers are kind, professional, and respectful, and I feel completely safe having them in my house.

The best part is I can stay in my own home, surrounded by everything familiar, and I feel far more like myself again.

If you’re hesitating like I was, please know this: asking for help doesn’t mean giving up your independence, as for me, it was the best way to keep it.

- thank you to Mrs S for sharing their perspective on care in their own home ❤️

18/10/2025

Admitting that it might be time for a little extra support at home is never something to feel ashamed about.
In fact, recognising when help is needed takes strength, love, and self-awareness both for yourself and for your family.

Many people worry that accepting they need care in any way means losing their independence, but the truth is quite the opposite.

Quality home care is designed to preserve independence, allowing individuals to stay comfortable, confident, and connected in the place they love the most and feel safe - in their own home.

Whether it’s help with daily routines, companionship, or professional health support, home care is a safe and compassionate choice. It brings peace of mind to families and close friends while ensuring that every person can live their life with dignity, safety, and joy.

If you have a family member, friend, or neighbour who may benefit from care at home, reach out and reassure them:

That it's not about giving up. It’s taking charge.

It isn't losing independence, but it’s protecting it.

It is absolutely NOT a weakness but a step toward living well.

Everyone deserves to feel supported, respected, and cared for right where they belong...........

at home!

Launceston and its surrounding areas have many reputable and highly recommended care providers, from community companies to independent professionals.

If you would like help or support in reaching out and finding a care provider that will suit you and meet your needs, feel free to get in contact with the page - staceymanncare@gmail.com - or speak with your GP, adult social care support or local authority.

14/10/2025

Behind the scenes of care: Management supporting the supporters

In every care organisation, there is a group of people who quietly hold everything together.
These are your care managers, coordinators, seniors and admin teams. As an individual myself with experience in senior management, it is easy to feel like you are drowning in the operational and business aspect of things: but there is always something that brings your 'why' back into focus.

You might not be providing direct, hands-on care every day, but you carry the emotional weight of it all. You’re juggling rotas, last-minute changes, staff absences, family calls, safeguarding concerns, and the never-ending stream of paperwork and policies that keep services running safely.

It’s a lot to hold. And sometimes, it feels like you have to hold it all at once.

When things go wrong, you’re the one people turn to for answers. When things go well, you’re often already onto the next task before you’ve had a moment to breathe. You carry the pressure of care, not only for the people you support and their care circles, but for the staff you lead and their wellbeing too. This can be both rewarding and exhausting.

It’s important to remember that you’re human, too. You can care deeply about your team and your clients and still need time to rest, switch off, and recover. The compassion that drives you to look after others deserves to be directed inward as well.

The truth is, the work you do behind the scenes is the foundation of every act of care that happens out front. You create the structure, stability, and support that allows others to do their best work. Without a management team behind the team and navigating them through the day to day of care delivery, the system can be a little rough around the edges.

So, take a breath. Recognise the impact you make, even on the days it feels invisible and the outcomes seem.impossible.
You’re not just keeping things running, you’re helping people thrive.

That is something to be proud of.

14/10/2025

Looking after you: The carers behind the care.
A 2 part piece.

Whether you’re a family carer, an independent or professional support worker, or part of the healthcare workforce, you give so much of yourself to others.
Your compassion, skill, and dedication make an enormous difference but it can also take a quiet toll.

Caring can be rewarding, but it’s also demanding. Long hours, emotional strain, and the pressure to “keep going” can leave you feeling drained. That’s why self-care isn’t a luxury for carers, it’s a lifeline.

Here are a few gentle reminders:

You ARE allowed to rest:

Experiencing fatigue and burnout doesn't mean you’ve failed, it means you’ve been giving too much without time to refill your cup. Rest is part of caring well.

Your thoughts and feelings matter too:

Whether it’s frustration, guilt, sadness, or pride, it is all valid. Talk to someone you trust, management, colleague, or a support service for carers. Sharing helps lighten the load, even if it's just saying the words and feelings out loud.

Lean on your support network:

Ask for help before you hit your limit - although often care givers are often prone to 'soldiering on'. Delegate any responsibility where possible - be it shopping, household support, or a half an hour cuppa with a friendly face.
You don’t have to do it all, and you shouldn’t have to.

Establish boundaries to protect you and the care you give:

It’s okay to step back sometimes. Saying “no” when you need to isn’t selfish, it’s responsible. As a long time care professional in a range of different roles, I will wholeheartedly advocate for people saying no when they just cannot give any more at that time.

Make sure you acknowledge your impact:

Even when it doesn’t feel like it, what you do matters. Every small act of kindness, patience, or presence adds up to something life-changing for someone else.

Looking after your health:

Eat, hydrate, move, breathe.
You can’t pour from an empty cup, but you can refill it one small step at a time.

The takeaway?
You care deeply for others, but remember you’re a person too.
Give yourself the same compassion you offer so freely to everyone else.

14/10/2025

The Caring Corner: Why a Career in Care Matters

A career in care is one of the most rewarding paths you can take, but it’s also one of the most challenging.

Every day brings moments that can test your patience, strengthen your empathy, and remind you why you do what you do.

Whether you’re employed within a care company or self-employed, both roles make an incredible difference.

🟣 Employed carers benefit from structure, teamwork, and ongoing support, ensuring a great environment to learn, grow, and build confidence.

🟣 Self-employed carers enjoy independence and flexibility, forming close one-to-one relationships and shaping their own schedules. It is essential to know that self-employment also requires experience, competence, and professionalism. This is not just for your own safety bit to ensure every client receives safe, high-quality care.

No matter which path you choose, the heart of care stays the same: making a difference, one person at a time.

You might not always wear a uniform, but you always carry something far more meaningful; a heart for care.

If you are looking for a refreshing and rewarding change in career, seek out your local care companies for recruitment and employment opportunities.

If you are someone seeking a little bit of flexibility, with a lot of experience in care but don't know where to start with becoming self-employed, there are many valuable and vetted self employed carers in the community to help you on the right path.

Either way, choose care and build a career in a job that doesn't feel like work!!!

13/10/2025

Introducing The Caring Corner - for a regular dose of clarity, confidence, and compassion in care.

This space will be about sharing knowledge, experiences, and reflections that make a real difference in the day-to-day world of caring.

Whether you’re a professional carer, self-employed, part of a care company, or a family or friend supporting a loved one at home, The Caring Corner is here to:

✨ Highlight good practice and helpful tips
✨️ Share real stories and lessons from the care community
✨️ Offer encouragement, reflection, and a little inspiration

Caring is more than a job, and those of us who do it know it’s a calling, a community, and a commitment to making every day a little brighter for someone else.

So, grab a cuppa and join us in The Caring Corner; a place to learn, connect, and celebrate everything that makes care such meaningful work.

Please feel free to submit your experience, advice or question to:

staceymanncare@gmail.com
or via this pages messenger function.

24/09/2025

Providing care through flu season: Staying safe & supporting clients

Flu season can be especially challenging for carers. Not only do you need to look after your own health, but you also play a vital role in keeping those you support safe and well.

Here are some simple but important steps:

Protect Yourself First:

• Keep up with handwashing and good hygiene habits.

• Stay up to date with flu vaccinations.

• Rest, eat well, and take breaks - your own wellbeing matters too.

Minimise Risk:

• Wear masks if you or your client are feeling unwell or at higher risk.

• Clean frequently touched surfaces regularly.

• Encourage clients to practice good hygiene and keep their own vaccinations up to date, ensuring you respect their wishes & choices

Still Meeting Needs:

• Plan visits and support around both your health and theirs.

• Keep routines steady: making small adjustments, you can still maintain safety and each others wellbeing without disrupting care.

Remember: staying safe and healthy means you can continue to provide the best possible care.

Protecting yourself is also protecting those who rely on you.

23/09/2025

A reflection on independence, dignity, and… Wallace & Gromit??

When I’m working with my clients, one of the most important things we talk about is their independence; how to keep doing the things they want to do, in ways that feel dignified and true to them.

Sometimes, those conversations turn surprisingly practical, and occasionally a little comical. We can have discussions like:

● The best gadgets to make everyday tasks easier (cue me demonstrating a sock putter onner gadget with way too much enthusiasm).

● How to reorganize a kitchen or living space so everything’s within easy reach.

● Creative workarounds that sometimes feel like we’ve stumbled into a Wallace and Gromit sketch — complete with contraptions that are brilliant, quirky, and just a tiny bit overengineered.

But here’s the thing: behind the laughter and tinkering, it’s all about preserving independence and dignity. Sometimes, finding joy and humour in the process doesn’t take away from the seriousness of the goal; in fact, it often makes the journey lighter and more empowering.

Because yes, sometimes independence looks like a carefully designed care plan, and sometimes, it looks like inventing your very own pair of robotic trousers!!!

22/09/2025

Caring for someone with dementia takes patience, compassion, and community support. Let’s raise awareness together.

22/09/2025

What a splendid and leisurely stroll with a client this morning - and LOOK at the gloriously and surprisingly warm weather we had (as well as all the 'company')

Together we enjoyed identifying different plants and bugs - something we both had little knowledge of but further learned more using 'Google Lense'.

08/09/2025

EXCITING JOB OPPORTUNITY!

Job Title: Senior Care Professional for Care on The Move (care on transporting between care facilities)
Location: Launceston and further
Contract Type: Ad-Hoc It is important to note that this role is ADHOC / casual contract and not a regular, day to day employment. Essentially, you are 'on call', and will receive an email or notification when a contract comes through. You will be able to put yourself forward if your availability matches the job requirements. This job would suit already employed people looking to fill gaps or with flexible availability

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