Downsizing & Declutter Service
If you're looking for help with downsizing and decluttering , you can find professional services that offer assistance with assessing your needs, providing guidance on what to keep, donate, or discard, and implementing organisational systems tailored to your lifestyle
Here's a breakdown of what to expect from our downsizing and decluttering service:
Assessment: A professional will come to your home to assess your needs and belongings.
Guidance: They'll provide guidance on what to keep, donate, sell, or discard.
Organisation: They'll help you implement organisational systems tailored to your lifestyle and new space.
Sustainable solutions: They can help you develop sustainable storage and organisation systems that suit your home and lifestyle.
Take Inventory: Start by taking inventory of your belongings.
Sort Room-by-Room: Sort through items room-by-room and minimise duplicates.
Create a Plan: Create a plan to get rid of unwanted items.
Go Digital: Go digital when possible (photos, documents, etc.).
Maximise Storage: Make the most of your storage spaces.
Measure Furniture: Measure furniture and wait to buy new things.
Eliminate Duplicates: Get rid of excess dishes, wall art, baskets, and bins.
Charity Shops: Consider taking smaller items to a charity shop.
Antique Dealers: For valuable antiques, take them to an antique dealer.
Household Management
Household management encompasses the planning, organisation, and execution of tasks to ensure a home runs smoothly & ultimately contributing to the well-being of the household.
Key aspects of household management include:
Meal Planning: Creating meal plans to optimise grocery shopping and food preparation.
Scheduling: Planning activities, appointments, and downtime.
Creating Routines: Establishing daily and weekly routines for household tasks.
Cleaning: Allocating time for cleaning different areas of the house.
Laundry: Determining when to wash different types of clothes and linens.
Home Maintenance: Hiring professionals for maintenance, changing batteries, and addressing repair issues.
Errand Running: Coordinating errands and shopping.
Time Management: Effectively allocating time for household tasks and activities.
Delegation: Assigning tasks to other family members or hiring help.
Admin and Form Filling
Designed to enhance the efficiency and organisation of your life. We understand the complexities of managing household administration and our services are tailored to ensure that every aspect of your day-to-day life is seamlessly orchestrated
Our Form Filling Service is where we will assist or fill out an application form that's relevant to you. We can assist and help completing forms such as:
Attendance Allowance
Pension Credit
Insurance Renewals
Blue Badge Applications
Disability Travel Pass applications
Driving License Applications
Assessments for Social Services
Passports ... and Many More.
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Unpaid Carer Support
If you're an unpaid carer for a friend or family member who isn't able to do day-to-day activities without your support, for example, due to illness or disability, then you may be entitled to help.
Complete a benefits check
Get a full benefits check to see what financial support you may be entitled to. Including pension credit, council tax discounts or help with fuel costs.
Finding practical support
Caring for a loved one can be physically and mentally demanding, so it's a good idea to find out what practical support is available. This support could include equipment to make caring easier, finding staff that could assist you or information about local support groups that can help.
Connect with others
Caring can be very isolating, but you can connect with people in similar situations in many different ways. We can find local support groups to attend in person or benefit from the wealth of online forums.
Vehicle Management
We can find highly qualified and motivated professionals
Comprehensive management of vehicle maintenance, MOT's, tax, insurance quotes and renewals.
Pet Care
Highly qualified and motivated professionals
Pet exercise, vet visits, groomer visits and rehoming options.
Care Options Support
Identifying your need for care. We can assess and identify any care needs you may have and support you navigating the care support systems available to you, including social services
Understanding your options. To enable you to make an informed decision about your care options, it’s crucial to understand each form of care completely. Once you have this knowledge, you can weigh the pros and cons of each against your needs.
Home care services, including both live-in and visiting care, enable the elderly to receive personalised care and support in the comfort of their own homes. Live-in carers provide round-the-clock assistance with daily tasks, companionship and medical support, allowing older adults to maintain their independence while receiving the help they need in the comfort of home. Options for elderly care at home also include visiting care services that offer scheduled visits from carers to assist with specific tasks or provide companionship and support as required.
Day care centres offer a supportive and engaging environment for elderly individuals during the day. These centres provide social activities, meals and assistance with daily tasks, as well as opportunities for interaction and companionship with peers. Day care centres can be particularly beneficial for the elderly who may feel isolated or lonely at home, providing them with stimulation and socialisation in a supervised setting.
Assisted living and sheltered housing offer a more independent living environment for those who require some assistance with tasks like housekeeping and transportation. Residents typically have their own apartments or rooms within a community setting, with access to communal facilities and social activities. These facilities balance independence and support, allowing residents to maintain their autonomy while receiving assistance as needed.
Care homes, also referred to as nursing or residential care homes, provide round-the-clock care for older adults who need daily assistance with living tasks and medical needs. These facilities offer various services, including help with personal hygiene, medication management and recreational activities. Care homes are staffed by professionals, including nurses and carers, to ensure residents receive proper care and support.
Advocacy and Companionship
Advocacy and companionship can be intertwined, with
Berkshire lifestyle Choice providing support and representation, while also offering a sense of connection and belonging, particularly for those who may feel isolated or unable to advocate for themselves
Advocacy involves taking action to help people express their views, secure their rights, represent their interests, and obtain the services they need. Advocates can be formal or informal, such as a trained professional or a friend, family member, or carer.
The Role of Companionship:
Companionship can be a crucial aspect of advocacy, as it can help individuals feel supported and less isolated, especially when navigating complex systems or facing challenges.
Empowerment: Advocates can empower individuals by helping them understand their rights and options, and by supporting them in expressing their needs and wishes.
Social Engagement: Advocacy can lead to increased social engagement and connections to community resources, helping to combat isolation and improve overall quality of life.
Protection: Advocates can play a vital role in protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, ensuring that their rights and well-being are respected.
Improved Communication: Advocates can help individuals communicate their needs and concerns effectively to healthcare professionals, social workers, or other relevant parties.
Access to Services: Advocates can help individuals navigate complex systems and access the services they need, such as healthcare, social care, or legal support.
Digital Coaching
Digital coaching services can empower the elderly by
offering tailored support for improving digital skills, enhancing well-being, and promoting independence.
Focus on Digital Skills:
Focus on helping older adults develop their digital skills, enabling them to engage more fully with technology.
Tailored Support:
Services are designed to be individually tailored to the specific needs and interests of the client, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported.
Benefits:
Independence and Well-being: Digital coaching can help older adults maintain independence and improve their overall well-being by enabling them to stay connected, access information, and engage in activities online.
Improved Communication: Learning to use technology can facilitate communication with family and friends, even over long distances.
Access to Information and Services: Digital skills can enable older adults to access essential online services, such as banking, healthcare, and shopping.
Bereavement Admin Support
When a bereavement admin is required, Berkshire Lifestyle Choice can support with tasks like registering the death, arranging the funeral, and dealing with the deceased's estate, which may involve legal processes like probate.
Here's a breakdown of what bereavement administration we can help you with:
Register the Death: Contact the local registry office to register the death.
Inform Relevant Organisations: Notify banks, insurance companies, utility providers, and government agencies about the death.
Arrange the Funeral: Coordinate with a funeral director to plan and organise the funeral arrangements.
Find the Will (if any): If there is a will, locate it and ensure it is safe.
Identify Assets and Liabilities: Determine the value of the deceased's assets (money, property, possessions) and liabilities (debts, outstanding bills).
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