10 Self-Care Practices for Care Workers
Featuring 10 self-care tips for carers plus signposting some fantastic resources for mindfulness and well-being, this article is aimed towards carers, social care staff, and personal assistants looking to create a bit more space in your life for you. As a care worker, your job revolves around taking care of others, but what about you? […]
Read MoreWill Robots Ever Be Used In Care?
Could robots ever realistically be used in care? A UK project seems to believe so – here we can examine the potential benefits.
Read MorePreparing and Protecting Your Home from Heatwave Damage
Your home should be your sanctuary, but it can be uncomfortable – even dangerous – in periods of intense heat. As temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, it is imperative for homeowners to take proactive measures to protect their homes from the effects of heatwaves. In this comprehensive guide, we will provide you […]
Read MoreHow To Start Your Mobility Scooter Without A Key
Many of us are all too familiar with that feeling of dread when you realise you’ve misplaced your keys. For mobility scooter users, that dread goes a step even further, because if you’re out in public, you’re faced with no way to get home. If you’ve found yourself in the unfortunate position of losing your […]
Read MoreUsing QR Codes for Safe and Organized Storage
Keeping your belongings organized and safe is important whether you’re moving home, storing seasonal clothing, or sentimental items. One way to do this is by using QR printing kits. You can buy these handy little gadgets cheap on Amazon, and they can save you so much time when retrieving or unpacking your items. There are […]
Read MoreSelf-Storage Guide
There are many reasons why you might need a self-storage unit at some point. You might be moving home or renovating, or you might be going through a major life event and need someone secure to store some belongings. Regardless, it can be stressful to navigate the world of self-storage at times. How do you […]
Read MoreFrom Storage Units To Success: 7 Businesses That Built Their Fortune Out of Storage Units
Are self-storage units the new garage where humble start-ups quickly expand into multi-million dollar businesses? It certainly appears so. Here, Surewise shares the stories of international businesses that started from storage units and rapidly rose to success. The self-storage industry is one sector that defied the odds during the pandemic and actually saw significant growth, […]
Read MoreWorking From Home Insurance
Working remotely was, in the past, something only a small minority of workers were able to experience. Since the pandemic, however, the way businesses operate has changed completely – in 2023, the norm for millions of companies is to offer the option to work remotely or at least offer a hybrid week. In fact, businesses […]
Read More10 Spring Activities For Seniors
Research has shown that regular exercise and a proper diet can keep you happier and healthier for years, so all of us should be aiming to get a little more active each day this year. This list of spring activities for seniors will help older people, who may at times struggle with mobility, stay active […]
Read MoreThe State of Self-Storage UK: 2022/23 Study
The most common reason for using self-storage in 2022 was to move home, a new study from Surewise has revealed – although 18% of respondents would consider using self-storage to create more space in their existing home due to the expense of moving house. The study, conducted on over 2,500 UK adults, revealed that over […]
Read MoreCarers and Mental Health Survey: The Impact of the Cost of Living Crisis
Almost 1 in 2 carers agree that the current cost of living crisis has had a negative impact on their mental health, while 70% of carers surveyed are not confident they will make it financially through the next year, a recent survey from Surewise has revealed. With millions of people facing economic uncertainty in the […]
Read MoreClimate Controlled Self Storage – What Is It And Why Might I Need It?
When you are storing certain valuables, there is more to consider than merely their protection under lock and key. Like our bodies, our possessions can suffer adverse reactions to changes in environmental factors like heat and humidity. Luckily there is a solution: climate-controlled self-storage. This article tells you exactly what it is and which items […]
Read MoreWhen Is The Most Popular Time To Move Home?
Moving home is a unique mixture of excitement and stress. The anticipation of a new chapter in your life, and the reality of all that packing and unpacking. The average person in the UK will move 8 times in their lifetime. This article has researched the most popular seasons and times to move home, plus […]
Read MoreMoving House is Stressful: Why Self-Storage Can Help
With the UK’s house prices falling and 12% of 18-34-year-olds in the UK expected to downsize next year in the face of rising rents, the inevitable stresses of moving homes will be facing many of us. Self-storage can be a real lifesaver when that time comes. Here’s why… Self-Storage Can Make Your Home More Sellable […]
Read MoreHow To Prevent Mobility Scooter Theft
Mobility scooters offer a vital lifeline to anyone struggling with their mobility. It seems staggering that anyone would stoop so low as to steal them and deprive their owners of this precious means of independence, but mobility scooter theft is becoming increasingly common- with more than 23,000 reported stolen over the last 18 months. The […]
Read MoreWhy You Need To Keep Your Home Insurance Up-To-Date
How long ago did you first take out your home insurance policy? 5 years ago? 10 years ago? More..? It’s likely that what was correct for your insurance back then has changed over time – whether that’s due to renovations you’ve had carried out around the home, or simply due to the contents of your […]
Read MoreStoring Vinyl Records in Self-Storage: How To Keep Them Safe
When CDs and mini-discs came along, for a short it looked as if vinyl records were going to be defunct. However, it was more than just nostalgia that revived their popularity. There has been a new-found appreciation for the nuance and texture of sound the format offers. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to […]
Read MoreHow To Organise Your Items For Storage For The New Year
With a new year (and another lockdown) in full swing, one great way to pass the time and feel organised for the year ahead is to get your home tidied, clear of clutter, and in order. Maybe you’re just looking for a way to use up the hours you’re shut indoors during lockdown. Maybe you’ve […]
Read MoreWhich Healthcare Tasks Are Covered By Direct Payments Insurance?
Carers may be required to carry out a range of different healthcare tasks, depending on the needs of the person they are providing care for. Therefore all healthcare tasks are included as standard in our policies as we understand the importance of needing to be covered for every eventuality. If you are looking for insurance […]
Read More1 in 2 Mobility Scooter Users Have Received No Training
A shocking number of mobility scooter users (48%) have been given no training for their scooter, despite over 75% of drivers owning their scooter for at least one year, new research exclusively commissioned by Surewise has just found. Just 12% of mobility scooters sought out training for themselves, while 40% were given mobility scooter training […]
Read MoreSimple Tips to Adjust a New Wheelchair to Your Needs
Wheelchairs are much more than a vehicle to get people with mobility issues and disabilities from A to B; they are a lifeline to more independence. They allow users to maintain their freedom and go about their daily tasks in more comfort. As time goes on, users begin to feel in tune with their wheelchairs. […]
Read More99% Of Storage Insurance Customers Save When You Shop With Us
Research from ProInsight recently revealed that customers are paying three times more for storage insurance directly through storage providers than they are with online competitors such as Surewise.com.
Read MoreSurewise Becomes a Founding Member of the Care Workers’ Charity £500 Challenge
We are proud to be a Founding Member of the £500 Challenge – a fundraising campaign launched by The Care Workers’ Charity encouraging businesses across the adult social care sector to commit to an annual donation of £500, the same as an average grant they award to a care worker experiencing financial hardship. Social care […]
Read MoreAre Homeowners Turning To Self-Storage for More Space Amid Rising Mortgage Rates?
The global cost of living crisis has had a catastrophic impact on millions of people across the nation in the past few years, from rising energy bills and record-high fuel prices to skyrocketing mortgage rates putting many people’s house research on hold. With mortgage interest rates reaching a 15-year high in the summer, many households […]
Read MoreHelp – There Are Birds In My Roof!
If you’ve discovered birds in your roof, you may be worried about whether they can cause damage to your home by setting up their nest in there. In this guide, we’ll cover what you should do if you find birds in your roof and whether your home insurance will cover any resulting damage. Will Birds […]
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