Everycare Winchester

30/08/2025

We are proud to announce that the Mayor of Wi******er is joining us for another Techfest65!
Come and join us! Look forward to seeing you there 😀💻📱

28/08/2025

📱💡 TechFest Wi******er is here to help you get connected! 💡📱
Are you over 65 and want to feel more confident using technology? Join us at Everycare’s TechFest Wi******er – a friendly, hands-on event designed especially for you.

🗓️ Date: Tuesday 2nd September
🕒 Time: 11am - 1pm
📍 Location: St Barnabus Church, Fromond Road, Wi******er, SO22 6EF

We’re also delighted to welcome the Mayor of Wi******er, who will be joining us to support this important community event. 🎉

Whether you want to learn how to use your smartphone, stay safe online, connect with loved ones on video calls, or explore helpful health and care apps – our team will be on hand to guide you step-by-step in a relaxed and supportive setting.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Tea, coffee & cake provided
✅ Bring your phone, tablet, or just yourself!

Come along, ask questions, and build your tech confidence in a friendly atmosphere. Let’s make technology work for you. 💬💻📞

14/08/2025

📱💬 Tech Help for Over 65s! 💬📱

Do you have grandchildren heading off to university? Want to keep in touch more easily with loved ones or just feel more confident in today’s tech-driven world?

Join us at Techfest, run by Everycare Central Hants – a friendly, relaxed event designed especially for the over 65s!

👩‍💻 Learn how to:
✅ Use video calls and messaging apps
✅ Stay safe online
✅ Navigate smartphones, tablets & laptops
✅ Explore social media & more!

Whether you're a complete beginner or just want a little extra help, we're here to support you every step of the way.

📍 Come along, have a cuppa, meet others, and leave feeling more connected than ever!

🗓️ Tuesday 2nd September
📍St Barnabus Church Fromond Road Wi******er SO22 6EF
🕒 11am until 2pm

Tag a loved one who might enjoy this - book your place by calling 01962 842548– we’d love to see you there! 💙

25/06/2025

We're on the lookout for a marketing-savvy, social-first thinker to take the reins and help shape our story.

We’re a compassionate home care provider supporting older adults and vulnerable people to live well at home. Our team is driven by purpose—and we believe our story deserves to be told with care and creativity.

About the Role: We’re looking for a marketing and social media whiz who can help share the heart of what we do. You’ll be in charge of creating thoughtful campaigns, growing our online presence, and reaching families who need support. If you can turn real stories into powerful messages, we’d love to hear from you.

Variable Working Hours - The hours are flexible and can fit around your lifestyle, ranging from 7 to 14 hours per week, dependent on events we are running.

Salary on request

If this is the role for you please contact Suzanne Picton - 01962 842548 or send an email to suzanne.picton@everycarehants.co.uk

17/06/2025

We had a lovely time hosting an afternoon tea in support of unpaid carers during carers week! There were a few familiar faces it was lovely seeing them and meeting new people too. We hope to be making this a regular event so look out for our next one!

12/06/2025

🧡 Carers Week 2025: Caring About Equality – Work & Employment 🧡

This week, as we observe Carers Week 2025, we shine a spotlight on the vital role of unpaid carers in the UK. The theme, Caring About Equality, underscores the disparities and challenges faced by those who provide unpaid care to family members, friends, or neighbours.

Approximately 5.8 million people in the UK are unpaid carers, contributing an estimated £184 billion annually to the economy. Despite this significant contribution, many carers face inequalities that affect their health, finances, and employment opportunities.

💼 Employment Challenges for Carers
Carers often encounter difficulties balancing their work and caregiving responsibilities. Over 70% of carers report experiencing a long-term physical or mental health condition, compared to 50% of non-carers. Additionally, 1 in 4 working carers have had to take on a lower-paid or more junior role due to their caregiving duties.
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Flexible working arrangements can play a crucial role in supporting carers. Research indicates that 53% of carers who are employees find flexible working helps them balance work and care. Employers adopting flexible policies can improve employee retention and reduce unplanned absences.

🧡 Call to Action
As we reflect on the theme Caring About Equality, let's advocate for a fairer society where carers are truly valued, recognised, and supported. Employers are encouraged to consider becoming early adopters of unpaid carer’s leave and to recognise the range of skills that carers gain through their caregiving role.

Together, we can work towards an equal society where carers have the same opportunities to lead healthy and financially secure lives alongside their caregiving role.

10/06/2025

Carers Week
Tuesdays Topic - Financial Wellbeing

The Theme for Carers Week, Caring About Equality, offers a chance to highlight the significant financial inequalities facing unpaid carers today.

Many carers, who contribute so much to our society, are struggling financially impacting their daily lives, wellbeing, and financial futures. A staggering 1.2 million unpaid carers live in poverty, with 400, 000 living in deep poverty. The poverty rate for unpaid carers is 50% higher than those who do not provide care. (1) With almost a third of households in the UK in receipt of Carer’s Allowance living in food insecurity – a rate three times that of the general population. (2)

Financial worries are adding to the emotional strain experienced by many carers, many of whom struggle to pay for daily essentials such as food and heating. Over 60% of carers worry about their living costs and how they will manage in the future. (3)

Carers should not be at greater risk of poverty, and action is needed across the board to combat the financial inequalities experienced by unpaid carers.

If you are balancing paid work with caring, it is worth checking out your company’s policies and procedures with regard to caring responsibilities. As a working carer, you also have a right to request flexible working and time off to look after dependants in an emergency. If you're an employee based in England, Wales or Scotland, you also have the right to take up to one week's unpaid carer's leave per year.

For some extra help with your finances, Age UK, Carers UK and other Carers Week supporter charities can help explain the impact caring might have on your finances and where you can access support – including a benefits check. MND Association has a benefits advice service with a chat facility.

04/06/2025

🌸 **Carers Week Special: Free Afternoon Tea for Unpaid Carers** 🌸

To celebrate Carers Week, we're hosting a special afternoon tea for unpaid carers in our community. It's a chance to relax, enjoy delicious treats, and connect with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of being a carer.

🗓️ **Date:** Thursday, 12th June 2025
🕐 **Time:** 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 **Venue:** Victoria Hall, Sutton Scotney, SO21 3GX

This event is free of charge,

We look forward to welcoming you for an afternoon of relaxation and community spirit. 💐

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The event aims to honour the contribution unpaid carers make, providing them and others with the chance to socialise and enjoy treats free of charge.

20/05/2025

🐝🌼 Happy World Bee Day! 🌼🐝

Today, we celebrate the unsung heroes of our ecosystems—bees and pollinators. 🌍✨

Did you know? 🧠

Bees and other pollinators are responsible for pollinating over 75% of the world’s leading food crops, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. 🍎🥕🌰

They support the production of more than 75% of the world's crops, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. 🌾

Over 200,000 animal species contribute to pollination, with bees leading the charge. 🐝

But these tiny workers face big challenges: habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, and pollution are all taking a toll. 🌧️⚠️

This year’s theme, “Bee inspired by nature to nourish us all,” reminds us that protecting pollinators is essential for food security, biodiversity, and a healthy planet. 🌱🌍

What can you do? 🤔

Plant bee-friendly flowers 🌸

Avoid harmful pesticides 🚫

Support local honey producers 🍯

Create habitats for solitary bees 🏡

Let’s work together to ensure a future where bees continue to buzz and our ecosystems thrive. 🐝💛

07/05/2025

🧠 May is Stroke Awareness Month 💜

Every second counts when it comes to a stroke. In 2025, let’s come together to spread awareness, educate our communities, and save lives.

Know the signs—BE FAST:

Balance loss

Eyesight changes

Face drooping

Arm weakness

Speech difficulty

Time to call 999

Stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability, but fast action can make all the difference. This month, take time to learn the risks, share resources, and support survivors and their families.

17/04/2025

Hope your Bank Holiday Weekend is filled with happiness and chocolate (healthier alternatives are available!!)