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16/06/2026

Reablement is one of those words that gets used a lot but rarely explained to the people it affects most. 💙

If someone you love has recently come home from hospital and things feel harder than expected, that is more common than you might think. The first few weeks at home can take a lot out of people.

We have written something on Ask ilarna that explains what reablement actually means, and what everyday support can look like alongside it 👉 https://ask.ilarna.com/what-is-reablement

09/06/2026

Support at home, rooted in your community. 💙

The ilarna Personal Assistants families connect with are typically already living in the same towns and communities as the people they support. Someone who knows the area, the local shops, the pace of everyday life nearby.

And because you choose who supports you, it always feels personal. Not a stranger from far away. Someone already part of the same everyday world as you.

Read more on Ask ilarna 👉 https://ask.ilarna.com/how-ilarna-works-locally/

19/05/2026

Thinking about support at home for someone you love is not always easy. It can feel hard to know where to begin. 💙

The options can feel confusing, and it is not always clear what is actually possible or how it all works.

So we put together the questions we hear most, with honest answers, to help you find your way through at your own pace.

For more information and advice, visit ask.ilarna.com.

When you are ready, we are here.
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15/05/2026

"Joining ilarna changed how I work. And honestly, how I live." 💙

Meet Jolanta, an ilarna Personal Assistant in Peterborough.

"One of my most memorable clients was someone deeply lonely. Sometimes I was the only person who came through their door. Those moments remind you why this job matters."

She sets her own hours, chooses who she works with, and works directly with the people she supports.

"Financially and professionally, I feel more in control."

8,800+ ilarna Personal Assistants across the UK. Many of them feel exactly the same way.

If you are interested in becoming an ilarna Personal Assistant, visit ilarna.com

05/05/2026

One of the hardest parts of arranging support at home for a parent or loved one is not always finding the right person. It’s having the conversation in the first place.

Many families put it off for months. Bringing it up can feel like crossing a line, or suggesting things are worse than they are.

We have put together a guide on how to approach it, what tends to help, and how to make sure your parent stays in control of every decision. 💙

Read it on Ask ilarna 👉 https://ask.ilarna.com/talking-to-a-parent-about-support-at-home/

And if you would like to talk things through, we are here. Get in touch at ilarna.com or call us on 0208 050 4805.

24/04/2026

When Martin came home from hospital, he needed someone with him full time. He was living with MS and diabetes, and life at home had become difficult to manage alone.

Through ilarna, he found Princess, his ilarna Personal Assistant. She moved in on his first day back. She learned his routines, noticed what he needed before he asked, helped him get back into his garden, back to church, back to himself.

His family say they can see the difference in him.💜

Princess has become like a sister to Martin. They look out for each other.

If you are thinking about support at home for yourself or someone you love, we hope his story gives you a sense of what is possible.

Read Martin’s story on Ask ilarna
👉https://ask.ilarna.com/martin-and-princess-live-in-support-success/

14/04/2026

This is what getting it right feels like. 💜

Marie wanted her dad to have all the support he needed, without losing his independence. Through ilarna, she found an ilarna Personal Assistant who’s not just brilliant at what they do, but someone her dad genuinely connects with.

The result? A family that finally feels at ease. A dad who’s still doing things his way, and happier for it.

That’s the difference the right match makes.

👉 Find the right ilarna Personal Assistant for you at ilarna.com or call 0208 050 4805

11/04/2026

How do you know when it’s the right time to get a bit of help at home?

It’s something a lot of families quietly wonder.

There’s no obvious moment. No clear line to cross. Just a gradual feeling that things are taking a little more out of you than they used to.

We’ve put together an honest guide to 5 signs it might be time to explore some support, because spotting them early makes everything a bit easier.

Worth a read if it’s something you’ve been thinking about. 💜

Read the full guide👉 https://ask.ilarna.com/5-signs-you-need-support-at-home/

02/04/2026

Knowing she’s there makes all the difference. 💙

Lillie works away and needed peace of mind that her parents were in safe, caring hands. Through ilarna, she found an ilarna Personal Assistant who helps with the day-to-day, so her whole family can feel supported at home.

This is what ilarna is all about. 🏡

Looking for support at home? Find your ilarna Personal Assistant 👉 ilarna.com

30/03/2026

When families start exploring support at home, one question comes up very quickly:

How much presence feels right?

For some people, a few hours of help each week is enough to keep daily life running smoothly.

For others, having someone based in the home can bring more reassurance and continuity.

Both arrangements can work really well. It depends on routines, preferences, and how much support feels comfortable.

Our article “Hourly vs. live-in support: which is right for you?” explains the differences between the two and can help you get a clearer sense of what might suit your home and routines best.

Read it on Ask ilarna 👉 https://ask.ilarna.com/hourly-vs-live-in-support-which-is-right-for-you/

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