Friendly, reliable home help for older people

Home help for older people

Practical help. Good company.

Friendly, reliable and personal support for older people who'd like a little extra help with everyday life — from the weekly shop and a tidy home to a cup of tea and a proper chat.

  • Always the same friendly face
  • £28/hour, no hidden extras
  • Kindness, dignity & respect
£28per hour

How I can help

All the little things that make a big difference

Every visit is shaped around you. Mix and match whatever would help most — it can change from week to week.

Companionship

Friendly visits, conversation, reading, games, hobbies and simply having someone around.

Personal care assistance

Support with everyday personal tasks, where appropriate and within my level of training and experience.

Meal support

Preparing simple meals, helping with meal planning and keeping the kitchen tidy afterwards.

Light housework

Dusting, vacuuming, washing up, laundry, changing bed linen and keeping things tidy.

Home organisation

Decluttering, organising cupboards and paperwork, and helping keep the home manageable.

Practical help

Changing light bulbs, putting things away, simple household tasks and general ‘odd jobs’.

Light gardening

Watering plants, light weeding and helping keep outdoor spaces neat.

Pet support

Feeding pets, local dog walks and other simple pet-related help.

Shopping & errands

Grocery, clothing, gift and household shopping, collecting prescriptions, posting parcels and other local errands.

Appointments

Accompanying you to appointments, or helping you organise diaries, bookings and reminders.

Transport & outings

Accompanying you on local outings, walks, coffee trips or shopping trips, where appropriate.

Admin & technology

Help with letters, forms, online shopping, emails, video calls, phones and everyday technology.

More about each service

MarthaMary

The story behind the name

Two sisters, two kinds of love

In the Bible, sisters Martha and Mary welcomed a guest into their home in Bethany. Martha busied herself with the practical things; Mary sat down to listen.

Martha

The practical help — shopping, meals, housework and the jobs that keep a home running.

Mary

The company — unhurried time, a listening ear, and someone to share the day with.

Both are acts of love, and every visit offers a little of each. The service is rooted in Christian values of kindness, dignity and respect — and everyone is warmly welcome, whatever your faith or none.

Inspired by Luke 10:38–42

Getting started

Simple, personal, and at your pace

  1. Get in touch

    Call, email or send an enquiry. Tell me a little about what would help — no obligation at all.

  2. Meet at home

    We'll meet over a cup of tea, get to know each other and talk through what you'd like.

  3. Help that fits

    Regular visits on the days and times that suit you, with the same friendly face every time.

  4. Stay in touch

    Families can have a quick update after visits, so everyone has peace of mind.

Cherise NesbitMARTHA & MARY HOME HELP
“I treat every home and person with kindness, dignity and respect.”

Meet Cherise

Hello, I'm Cherise

I offer friendly, reliable and personal support for older people who'd like a little extra help with everyday life.

Whether you need a few hours a day or just a little help each week, I can help make everyday life easier, more enjoyable and less stressful. Because I work on my own, you'll always see me — someone who knows how you like things done, remembers what matters to you, and genuinely looks forward to the visit.

  • One familiar face, every single visit
  • Patient, unhurried and never rushed
  • Honest about what I can and can't help with
  • Happy to keep family in the loop

Clear, simple pricing

One honest hourly rate

No joining fees, no agency mark-up, no surprises. You only pay for the time you book.

  • The same rate for every service
  • Book as little or as much as you need
  • Change your visits as your needs change
£28per hour
Minimum booking: 1.5 hours

Whether you need a few hours a day or just a little help each week, I can help make everyday life easier, more enjoyable and less stressful.

See pricing examples
  • Friendly
  • Respectful
  • Dependable
  • Person-centred

Questions

You might be wondering…

Who do you help?

Older people who are living at home and would like a little extra help with everyday life — whether that's company and conversation, the weekly shop, keeping the house tidy, or a hand with letters and technology. Many people I help are perfectly independent and simply want things to feel a bit easier.

How much does it cost?

It's a simple £28 per hour, with a minimum booking of 1.5 hours (£42). There are no joining fees or hidden extras — you only pay for the time you book. See the pricing page for examples.

Will it always be the same person?

Yes. I'm Cherise, and I work on my own — so you'll always see the same friendly face, never a rota of strangers. That familiarity matters, especially for anyone who finds new people unsettling.

I live far away from Mum or Dad. Can you keep me updated?

Of course — with their agreement. Many families like a quick text, call or email after each visit, so you know how things went and whether anything needs attention. We'll agree what works for everyone at the start.

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Get in touch

Let's talk about what would help

The easiest way is simply to pick up the phone. Or send a message, and Cherise will get back to you.

Asking for help can feel like a big step. There's no pressure at all — a chat costs nothing, and you're always in charge of what happens next.

Send an enquiry

Tell Cherise a little about what would help. She'll get back to you, usually within one working day — no obligation, no pressure.

Who is the help for?

Please give a phone number or an email address (or both).

What would help? (tick any that apply)

Prefer to talk? Call 07894 819923

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