GoodOaks Homecare - Maidenhead and Windsor

04/08/2026

Care is one of those careers that quietly becomes the best decision people ever make.

It doesn't always get the recognition it deserves. Care professionals recognise the early signs of a health change a family member might miss. They know how to bring calm to a moment of confusion. They hold the balance between supporting someone's independence and keeping them safe, every single day. That takes real skill.

At GoodOaks Homecare Maidenhead and Windsor, we're building a team of people who want to grow with us and who take real pride in the difference they make.

If that sounds like the kind of work you want to be doing, we'd love to hear from you.

Read the full article and find out more.

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Care is one of those careers that people often fall into and then wonder how they ever did anything else. It is also one that does not always get the recognition it deserves.

31/07/2026

🏠Signs a loved one may need homecare🌳

It is often small changes that signal extra support may be needed. Missed meals, difficulty managing daily routines, increased forgetfulness or withdrawal can all be signs that a loved one is struggling.

Homecare can step in gently, offering practical help and reassurance while supporting independence at home.

GoodOaks Homecare Maidenhead and Windsor provide visiting and live-in homecare in Maidenhead, Windsor, Slough and surrounding areas. To speak with a member of our trusted team, call us on 01628 918794.

Visit: https://www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/maidenhead-windsor/ to learn more.💚

30/07/2026

"Should Mum move into a home, or can she stay where she is?"

It's the question we get asked most, usually by someone who has been turning it over for weeks before they pick up the phone.

Live-in care is the option a lot of families don't know exists. One carer, living in the home, providing support through the day and overnight. Familiar surroundings, own bed, own routine, own garden.

We've put together a guide for families who are at the start of working this out - what live-in care actually involves, what it costs compared with residential care, and the questions worth asking any provider before you sign anything.

Worth a read if this is on your mind, or if you know someone it's on the mind of.

👉 https://www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/what-is-live-in-care-goodoaks-maidenhead-and-windsor/

We're nurse-led and locally owned, covering Maidenhead, Windsor, Bray, Holyport and the surrounding villages. Always happy to have a conversation with no strings.

01628 918794

28/07/2026

Keeping standards high..

The Mum Test helps us hold ourselves to the highest standards. It encourages accountability, consistency and genuine care.

Quality care should always feel personal, never transactional and it's this way of thinking that shapes each and every visit.

GoodOaks Maidenhead and Windsor provides bespoke visiting and live-in care in Maidenhead,Windsor, Slough and surrounding areas.

Call us on 01628 918794 to find out more.

24/07/2026

Today is International Self-Care Day, a reminder that looking after your own wellbeing matters, especially if you're caring for someone else.

It's easy to put your own needs last when you're focused on a loved one. But small moments of self-care make a real difference, for you and for the person you're supporting.

Our free self-care guide shares practical ways to prioritise your own health, including mindfulness techniques, helpful apps, podcasts and more...

Download it here:https://www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/guides/self-care-guide/

Our self-care guide for family carers emphasises the importance of looking after your own well-being while caring for others.

21/07/2026

Putting the Mum test into practice...

The Mum test is not just an idea. It guides everyday care.

From who we choose to support our clients, to how care is delivered in the home, standards always come first.

It is this way of thinking that shapes each and every visit, whether it is a short call or full-time live-in care.

To speak with a member of our team, call us on 01628 918794.

17/07/2026

Why the Mum Test matters...

Homecare is about more than tasks and timetables.

The Mum test helps us focus on what really matters: kindness, respect and doing the right thing for every individual.

If something is not good enough for our own family, it is not good enough at all. It's this way of thinking that shapes each and every visit.

Contact us on 01628 918794, or visit our website https://www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/maidenhead-windsor/ to find our more about our person-centred visiting and live-in homecare.

15/07/2026

🏆 We have some fantastic news to share!

GoodOaks Homecare Maidenhead and Windsor has been named one of the homecare.co.uk Top 20 Large and Mid-size Home Care Groups in the UK for 2026, with a rating of 9.5 out of 10.

These awards are based entirely on reviews from clients and their loved ones, making this truly special. Every kind word, every review, every moment of trust placed in our teams has contributed to this recognition.

To every care professional in our team, thank you. You show up every day with kindness, dedication, and genuine care for the people you support. 💚

Read more about it here: https://www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/goodoaks-homecare-has-been-named-a-top-20-homecare-provider-in-the-uk/

GoodOaks Homecare has been recognised as a Top 20 homecare provider in the UK for 2026 by homecare.co.uk. Based entirely on verified client and family reviews, this award reflects the dedication and compassion of our teams across the country.

10/07/2026

At GoodOaks Homecare Maidenhead and Windsor every decision starts with one simple question. Would we be happy for this person to look after our own mum?

It is a reminder that care is personal, emotional and built on trust. That is why we do not just recruit care professionals. We carefully select people who share our values, then match them to each client based on personality, interests and needs.

GoodOaks Maidenhead and Windsor provides bespoke visiting and live-in care in Maidenhead,Windsor, Slough and beyond.

Call us on 01628 918794 to find out more about how we support you or a loved one at home.

05/07/2026

Happy 78th birthday to the NHS 🎂

Today we're celebrating the incredible work of NHS staff across our communities. From hospital wards to GP surgeries, their dedication touches so many of the families we support every day.

At GoodOaks Homecare, we're proud to work alongside NHS colleagues to help people stay well and independent at home. Thank you for everything you do.

Happy birthday, NHS 💙