A number of organisations can help you to make small changes or do other practical jobs around your home, to make your life easier and safer.
Age UK Surrey offer a help at home service that can help you with things like:
- housework
- changing bed linen
- laundry and ironing
- light meal preparation
They charge a small fee. Find out more at Age UK Surrey Help at Home.
Good Neighbours schemes can sometimes offer help with domestic tasks. You can find your local Good Neighbours scheme on Connect to Support Surrey.
Age UK Surrey can help you find a reliable gardener to help you look after your garden. They will help you set up a regular plan that could include:
- weekly maintenance
- grass cutting
- planting
They charge a small fee for this service. To find out more see Age UK Surrey Gardening Service.
District and borough councils in Surrey commission handyperson services. They carry out simple adaptations. They can provide services like:
- fitting shelves
- adding smoke alarms
- plumbing repairs
To find out more see Small adaptations and handyperson schemes.
If you want to find your own trader, check Finding the right trader from Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards. They can help you:
There may be some equipment or technology you can buy to help yourself or a relative. Our home equipment finder gives suggestions.
You can also find information on:
You can make simple adaptations or major adaptations to help you stay at home longer.
