Keeping warm this winter
Practical advice to see you safely and cosily through the coldest part of the year We’ve all been stuck indoors for a lot more of the year than any of us would have hoped. This winter, as well as the flu and the usual winter bugs we are also living with coronavirus. This makes it […]
Garden Fencing – We Care about your security
Does your garden fencing need some TLC? It’s official – summer is here! It’s felt like a very long year up until now. We’re finally able to enjoy our gardens a lot more now that lockdown is easing and the sun is shining. And the one thing that we at We Care are always thinking […]
Coping with the Coronavirus situation
Here’s our advice to help you cope with the coronavirus situation In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the government has advised that if you have an underlying health condition(s) or if you are aged 70 or older, you should be social distancing for up to 12 weeks. It’s really important that you look after […]
Tony Hall on “Enabling Bristol to become THE Dementia Friendly City of the UK”
In this guest blog, Tony Hall from the BDAA discusses his goal of making Bristol the number one dementia-friendly city in the UK. Bristol Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA) was launched in July 2013 with the objective of “Enabling Bristol to become THE Dementia Friendly City of the UK”. We do this by arranging […]
Wind damage – Don’t wait for the storm to blow over!
Why should we worry about a bit of a breeze? Two words: wind damage. When strong winds are forecast, we naturally look to batten down the hatches and stay safely indoors as much as possible. Whilst your home is your shelter from storms, a good battering from high winds can damage your property in […]
Lois and David’s story: Why moving house can sometimes be the best option
In order to stay independent at home, it’s sometimes worth thinking about moving house to meet your changing needs. Lois and David’s story Lois contacted We Care for advice after her husband David had some falls at home. David had been advised that he was no longer safe using the stairs at home by a […]
Getting your home ready for winter
Get help to prepare your home for the winter months As the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, it is worth making sure your home is ready for the cold winter months ahead. Freezing temperatures, cold rain, hail and snow can all damage your home. That’s why you need to have the exterior checked […]
