Author Archives: KRusbridge

Top tip for opening a childproof top

Posted on January 31, 2025 by KRusbridge

I have finally worked out a method of opening a childproof pill container which requires a squeeze and a turn to open. I had one the other day where the lid was just too stiff to squeeze enough. (see photo) … Continue reading →

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Health and Living Independent Support (HILS)

Posted on January 18, 2025 by KRusbridge

Health and Living Independent Support (HILS) delivers meals on wheels across Hampshire, 365 days a year, whatever the weather. In their words: “Every visit includes delivery of a hot meal and dessert, along with a caring wellbeing check from our … Continue reading →

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October 2024 newsletter

Posted on October 11, 2024 by KRusbridge

Here is a link to the October 2024 newsletter. It has several long links in it which should take you to the relavent information. Specifically there are some ideas about exercise! It includes a quote from Chris Whitty, Chief Medical … Continue reading →

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Emergency planning for carers

Posted on June 16, 2024 by KRusbridge

Princess Royal Trust for Carers provide emergency planning for carers, tackling the question “Are you concerned what will happen to the person you care for if an emergency with you arises?” They encourage carers to make an emergency plan which … Continue reading →

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February 2024 Newsletter

Posted on February 21, 2024 by KRusbridge

Click here to view our Feb 2024 newsletter It has several links on it and I hope you find it easier to follow those here, rather than from your paper copy.

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Attendance Allowance

Posted on January 13, 2024 by KRusbridge

Attendance Allowance is paid if you are over State Pension age and need support in your daily life because of a long-term physical or mental health condition. It is NOT about payment to a carer or helper who comes into … Continue reading →

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Safe and Well fire check

Posted on January 13, 2024 by KRusbridge

Safe and Well is a free home fire safety visit, tailored to an individual’s needs that can help protect you and your home from fire. You are eligible for this visit if you are over 65 and/or who have mobility … Continue reading →

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Christmas lunch

Posted on January 13, 2024 by KRusbridge

We had a great turnout for our Christmas lunch at the Tweseldown pub in Church Crookham. This is the first time we have celebrated with a lunch rather than an evening meal and we all enjoyed it. Staff were excellent … Continue reading →

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Free eye tests

Posted on July 22, 2023 by KRusbridge

Specsavers will do home visits for eye tests. You can either contact your local branch, phone 0808 258 7150 or go to their website : https://www.specsavers.co.uk/home-eye-tests/request-a-free-home-visit

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Podiatry information

Posted on July 22, 2023 by KRusbridge

All About Feet have moved from Fleet and are now based in Yateley. Here is a link to “All About Feet”  They offer a wide range of podiatry services.

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