Home Instead New Forest

21/11/2025

🍊🥕🥬 Immune-Friendly Foods for Late Autumn

As the evenings draw in and the temperatures dip, many of us start thinking about keeping well through the colder months. One simple way older adults and their families can support wellbeing is by enjoying seasonal foods that are rich in natural goodness.

Here are some ideas to add colour and comfort to meals this November:

Citrus fruits (like oranges, satsumas, and grapefruits) bring a fresh source of vitamin C, which helps the body stay resilient.

Root vegetables (such as carrots, parsnips, and swede) are perfect for hearty soups and roasts, offering warmth and energy.

Dark leafy greens (like kale, spinach, and cabbage) are packed with nutrients and taste wonderful in stews or gently steamed as a side.

Cooking with the seasons not only makes meals tastier, but it also brings a sense of rhythm and comfort at this time of year. Sharing these dishes with loved ones, whether it’s a Sunday roast or a simple soup, can turn an everyday meal into a moment of connection.

🍲 What’s your favourite meal to share in the colder months?

19/11/2025

Help Create Good Days, Every Day

Our Care Professionals help people keep their routines and stay comfortable at home, whether that’s supporting with personal care, preparing meals, or simply sharing a conversation.

Your care provides consistency and reassurance, easing worries for families and helping clients enjoy a better quality of life.

If you’re compassionate and dependable, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

Apply today! 👇

https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/recruitment/

Join Our Team. Call Home Instead Today on 01590 637 250 to Learn How We Can Support Your Loved One's Needs.

17/11/2025

Helping You Feel at Home Again

When someone you love comes home from hospital, you want them to feel safe, and you want to know they’re in good hands.

That’s why Home Instead’s After Hospital Care is shaped around the whole family. We work with you to create a plan that fits their needs, giving everyone confidence that recovery at home will be as smooth as possible.

Speak with our caring team today about how we can help your loved one settle back in safely.

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14/11/2025

🌍 World Diabetes Day

Caring Through Awareness

Diabetes affects millions of older people across the UK, often in ways that aren't always visible. Today is a reminder of the importance of understanding the condition, recognising the signs, and creating space for open conversations, whether it’s with a friend, a neighbour, or someone you care for.

Taking the time to listen, support healthier choices, and share knowledge can make everyday life that little bit easier.

Let’s use this day to check in with those around us, not just today, but throughout the year.

13/11/2025

💛 It’s World Kindness Day! 💛

Imagine the difference if everyone did one small, thoughtful thing today. Smile at the person behind you in the queue, compliment a colleague, check in on a neighbour, or simply say thank you and mean it.

Kindness isn’t just a nice idea, it’s the thread that keeps communities connected. Let’s start a wave of kindness together.

What’s your one act of kindness going to be today? 🌍✨

12/11/2025

Care starts with feeling supported. 🏡

At Home Instead New Forest, you’re part of a team that’s always ready to help, with practical training, encouragement, and someone to call when you need advice.

Step into a role where you’re never alone.

https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/recruitment/

Join Our Team. Call Home Instead Today on 01590 637 250 to Learn How We Can Support Your Loved One's Needs.

12/11/2025

💜 A heartfelt message from a family we recently supported in Lymington.

Our team made sure their father received attentive, thoughtful care while keeping the whole family supported throughout. Their dedication never goes unnoticed 🌷

Home Care. Call Home Instead Today on 01590 637 250 to Learn How We Can Support Your Loved One's Needs.

10/11/2025

When someone close to you needs extra help, it’s natural to wonder how they’ll manage, especially when you can’t be there yourself.

With Home Instead’s Live-in Care, a Care Professional is always nearby, offering practical support, kind companionship, and quiet reassurance at all hours.

🕰️ Day and night assistance
💊 Help staying on top of medication
🚶‍♂️ Support with moving safely
💬 Friendly conversation whenever it’s needed

Families often say it feels like an extension of the family, someone they trust, who’s there when it matters most.

📩 If you’re thinking about care at home, we’re always here to help you talk things through.

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Home Care. Call Home Instead Today on 01590 637 250 to Learn How We Can Support Your Loved One's Needs.

08/11/2025

💭 Have you been told you’ll need to pay a loved one’s care home fees?

It’s a worry many families face — but here’s the truth:
👉 Next of kin are not legally responsible for paying care home fees.

While some families choose to contribute, there’s no legal obligation to do so unless you’ve signed a formal agreement such as a care contract or top-up arrangement. The person receiving care is responsible for their own fees, and local authorities will assess their finances, not yours.

At Home Instead New Forest, we believe every family deserves clear, compassionate advice — without unnecessary worry or pressure.

✨ Learn what really happens during financial assessments, how top-up fees work, and when councils can help with funding.

➡️ Read the full article to find out more: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/new-forest/blog/are-next-of-kin-responsible-for-care-home-fees-clearing-up-a-common-concern/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Are+next+of+kin+responsible+for+care+home+fees%3F

07/11/2025

Preparing for Slippery Surfaces 🧣🍂

Cold, wet weather can make outdoor paths risky for older adults. A few small steps can help everyone stay safe:

✅ Wear sturdy shoes with good grip, avoid smooth soles
✅ Use handrails whenever they’re available
✅ Clear paths of leaves, moss and debris regularly
✅ Keep entrances well-lit so hazards are easier to see
✅ Walk slowly and take smaller steps when it’s wet or icy

Why not save this as a quick checklist to share with family or neighbours? It’s a simple way to help prevent falls this season.

06/11/2025

💕 Sometimes the simplest words say everything.

Knowing that someone feels at ease and well cared for from their very first visit is what truly counts. Thank you for letting us be part of that journey.

Home Care. Call Home Instead Today on 01590 637 250 to Learn How We Can Support Your Loved One's Needs.

05/11/2025

Could You Be Someone’s Favourite Part of the Day?

Being a Care Professional isn’t just a job, it’s the chance to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.

What you might do:
🛏️ Help with morning routines like dressing and breakfast
🍲 Prepare a warm lunch or enjoy a walk together
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Offer companionship to someone who lives alone
🛍️ Assist with shopping or light household tasks
💊 Provide gentle personal care and medication reminders

You bring the kindness and we’ll give you the training and support.

👉 Apply now: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/recruitment/

Join Our Team. Call Home Instead Today on 01590 637 250 to Learn How We Can Support Your Loved One's Needs.