My Care at Home

05/08/2026

28/07/2026

IF YOUR KETTLE COULD TALK...
What would it tell us?

☕ It would tell us who hasn't made a cup of tea today.

🏡 It would tell us who hasn't opened the curtains.

🍽️ Who is forgetting lunch.

💜 Who hasn't had anyone to chat to all week.

Sometimes it's the smallest changes that tell the biggest story.

Home care isn't just about washing, dressing or medication.

It's about noticing.

It's about listening.

It's about being there.

Because everyone deserves someone who notices.

💜 My Care at Home

Helping people stay safe, independent and happy in the place they love most.

📍 Supporting people across Suffolk

☎️ Get in touch for a friendly chat. 01449678000

23/07/2026

💜 Did you know there's a fantastic local service based right here in Stowmarket for people living with memory concerns or dementia?

Shaftesbury Suffolk Memory and Dementia Support provides free information, advice and support for people living with dementia, those worried about their memory, and the families and friends who care for them. Their trained advisors offer a listening ear, practical guidance and can even visit people at home if needed. The aim is simple you only have to tell your story once, and they'll help you find the support that's right for you.

A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but it's important to remember that no one has to face it alone. Reaching out for support early can make a real difference for both the person living with dementia and those around them.

If you know someone who may benefit from this service, please share this post. You never know who might need to see it today. 💜

For more information, visit Shaftesbury Suffolk Memory and Dementia Support. www.shaftesburymemoryanddementiasupport.org

06/07/2026

🍦 It's the little moments that mean the most 💜

At My Care at Home, we believe care is about so much more than helping with daily tasks. It's about companionship, laughter, making memories, and bringing a smile to someone's day.

Last week, our wonderful Field Care Supervisor, Ros, enjoyed spending time with two of our lovely clients. From enjoying an ice cream together to taking a walk in the sunshine, these simple moments are often the ones that make the biggest difference.

Seeing our clients smiling, chatting and enjoying themselves is exactly why we do what we do. 💚

17/06/2026

💜 This is why we do what we do.

Receiving messages like this means more than we can put into words.

It has been a privilege to support this family and their loved one over the years, and we are incredibly grateful that they took the time to share these kind words with us.

15/06/2026

💜 A Message to Family carers

Some days in care are incredibly rewarding.

Some days are heartbreaking.

I've sat with families who are watching dementia slowly change someone they love. I've spoken to husbands and wives who never imagined they would one day become full-time carers. I've seen sons and daughters carrying the weight of worry, wondering if they're doing enough.

The truth is, caring for someone isn't always easy.

There are moments of frustration, exhaustion, sadness and guilt. There are days when families feel overwhelmed and don't know where to turn.

But alongside those struggles, I also see remarkable things.

I see resilience.

I see unconditional love.

I see people showing up day after day for those they care about, even when it's difficult.

One of the greatest privileges of my role is being trusted to walk alongside families during these times. Not to take away every challenge, because that's impossible, but to offer support, understanding and reassurance that they don't have to face it alone.

To anyone currently caring for a loved one: please remember to be kind to yourself too.

You are doing better than you think. ❤️

09/06/2026

🎉 🥳 Yesterday, Elias and Aria joined us to draw the winners for our raffle supporting Red Gables. Every penny raised goes directly to the charity, to support Dementia friendly activities. A massive thank you to our wonderful staff and generous local businesses for donating all the prizes! Here are our lucky winners' prizes: Tea Hamper (Donated by staff) Regal Cinema Tickets, Gardening Set (Donated by Asda), Cream Tea Voucher (Rivergreen Café) Diffuser (Donated by staff) Crate of Aspall Cyder (Item 1) Crate of Aspall Cyder (Item 2) Hair Products (Neil’s Hairdressers) Car Cleaning Products (Motorspares)Selection of Stokes Sauces, Family Day Pass (Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm - Item 1)Family Day Pass (Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm - Item 2) Voucher (Lilac and Lillie’s) Bottle of Wine (Donated by staff) Two Roast Dinners Voucher (Thornham Four Horseshoes), £30 Voucher (The Meze Grill), Large Box of Chocolates donated by My Care at Home, Rufferty the Jellycat Puppy (Donated by My Care at Home) Selection of Books (Nareys Garden Centre)
What happens next? We will be in touch with each winner individually to arrange the collection of your prizes. Stay tuned—we will calculate the total amount raised and share the grand total later this week!