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🌍 World Mental Health Day — October 10th 🌍At Orchard Homecare Services, we believe that caring for mental health is just as important as caring for physical health. 💚Today is a reminder to take a moment for yourself — to pause, breathe, and reach out if you need support. Whether you’re feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed, or simply need someone to talk to, remember: you are never alone.Here are some trusted organisations offering free, confidential support and advice:👉 Mind👉 CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably👉 SamaritansLet’s continue to break the stigma around mental health and show kindness — to others and to ourselves. 🌱#WorldMentalHealthDay #OrchardHomecare #MentalHealthMatters #SupportAndCare #YouAreNotAlone ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟 Join Our Team as a Community Care Worker! 🌟Are you a caring, reliable, and friendly person looking for a rewarding career? We are looking for Mobile Care Workers to support people in their own homes across the community.✨ What we offer: • £13.20 per hour • Full-time and part-time positions available • Paid mileage • Flexible working hours • No experience needed – full training provided • Ongoing support and opportunities to progress✨ What you’ll do: • Provide personal care and companionship • Support with daily living tasks • Help individuals maintain independence at home✨ What we’re looking for: • A kind and compassionate nature • Reliability and a willingness to learn • A valid driving licence and access to a car💚 Whether you’re starting your career in care or looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!👉 Apply today and make a real difference in your community.orchardhomecareservices.co.uk/application/ ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test 🚨📅 Sunday 7th September⏰ 3:00pmThe UK’s emergency alert system will send a loud siren, vibration, and message to every compatible phone — even if it’s on silent.⚠️ Important for survivors of abuse: If you have a hidden phone, this alert could put you at risk if discovered.👉 You can opt out in your phone’s settings to stay safe:iPhone • Go to Settings → Search “Emergency Alerts” → Turn off Severe & Emergency AlertsAndroid • Go to Settings → Search “Emergency Alerts” → Turn off Severe & Emergency Alerts (and any other threat categories if shown)✅ Please share to help keep others safe. ... See MoreSee Less
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Wishing the amazing Mary a very Happy 100th Birthday!We hope your special day is filled with love, laughter, and joyful moments shared with your cherished friends and family.With all our love and warmest wishes,From everyone at Orchard Homecare Services xx ... See MoreSee Less
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COVID-19 Information

COVID-19 Information

Orchard Home Care Services Ltd is following all guidelines as advised by the Department of Health and Social Care. To ensure Care Workers have a full understanding of the virus all our staff have completed the coronavirus awareness workbook. Staff are routinely...

Charity work

Charity work

Lumley staff at Orchard Home Care Services Ltd raised over £500 by doing a number of raffles. All the proceeds were donated to the Methodist Church Kitchen who have provided lovely meals to those in the community. A drawing we received from one from one of our Service...

Flu Vaccine

Flu Vaccine

Getting the Flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and others against the flu. It is especially important for Health care workers to get the flu vaccine, as they are in regular contact with the elderly who are at a greater risk. The NHS recommends that you...

Orchard Homecare Services Ltd proudly sponsoring Toms Fest 2025!

Tom’s Fest is an annual festival in memory of Tom Linton, who passed away due to malignant melanoma in 2020, aged 20. Tom’s Fest is to raise awareness of melanoma and fundraise to increase the support offered for those affected by melanoma. Tom’s Fest is on 31st May 2025 from 12pm-9pm at Park View School, DH3 3QA. The day is full of music, with tributes to Queen, Ed Sheeran, Oasis and the original Dene Michael from Black Lace, plus four local acts throughout the day. 

 

There will be food vendors, bars across the field, as well as stall holders selling a massive array of items including jewellery, houseplants, bucket hats and much more. There is plenty for the kids to do too, with football activities, inflatables, disney princesses and much more! Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/toms-fest-2025-tickets-920144154937?aff=oddtdtcreator