Age UK Northamptonshire A local independent charity Age UK Northamptonshire has been providing services and support to older people and their families in Northamptonshire for nearly 70 years. We provide a wide range of services to a growing number of older people, improving their quality of life, promoting their independence and preventing them from experiencing frailty, poverty and loneliness. Our services are designed to enable older people to carry on living independently for as long as they wish and are able to do so. We also support carers and the families of older people.
Home Care Cleaning Service Our fully-vetted, reliable staff can help with cleaning, laundry, local shopping and ironing. We charge £16 per hour, which is paid by monthly invoice in arrears. The minimum service we can arrange is one hour per fortnight and most clients prefer a weekly visit.
We can help with domestic duties in your home, such as cleaning kitchens, bathrooms and toilets, changing beds, vacuuming and dusting, small amounts of washing and ironing and light shopping at local shops. Please call us to discuss your requirements.
Day Care At Home Some older people do not feel ready to attend a day centre but would benefit from a bit of company or need support to help them stay safe at home. A regular visit from our friendly staff can have a hugely positive effect on an older person's wellbeing. We charge £14 per hour. A caring person will stay for a chat, providing company and the support that is appropriate for the older person. We can do a jigsaw puzzle together or potter in the greenhouse or look through family photo albums and reminisce about happy times. No personal care is provided but we can prepare a light lunch. Please call us to discuss what would suit you or your family member. We are flexible and try to provide the service that fits your needs. The service is available Monday to Friday 9am 4pm. Sign up for a regular visit, weekly or fortnightly, it's up to you. The service is not limited to one hour.
Carers Sitting Service This service helps people who care for an older person who lives with them. We charge £14 per hour for a carer to sit with your loved one, enabling you to take a break. We also provide carers with the chance to talk to someone who understands and who will listen, offering support and information on matters such as benefits and allowances, aids and adaptations. We welcome new clients and are working to provide the service throughout the county. Please get in touch to find out how we can help.
Handyperson Service We help older people to remain independent by carrying out a range of minor household repairs. We fit keysafes and handrails, replace light bulbs and plugs and can move furniture within a property and assemble flat pack furniture. We charge £26 per hour, with an increased cost for specialist work. There are fixed charges to supply and fit certain equipment. 30
