What Annual Leave Entitlement Does My Personal Care Assistant Have?
If you have employed a personal care assistant – often known as a Personal Assistant (PA) – either privately or via direct payments for yourself or someone you are a guardian for, you are legally seen as their employer. That means that you have a responsibility to inform yourself on things such as annual leave […]
Read MoreRenovate or Move? The Pros and Cons To Both Options…
The start of the new year is a common time for people to re-evaluate their homes and consider whether to sell it for a newer, better model or to renovate their existing build. When faced with such a decision, there are a number of factors you need to consider in order to be sure you […]
Read MoreGuide To Direct Payments
What are direct payments? Are you entitled to carer’s allowance, or carer’s premium? We’ve answered all your questions in our total guide.
Read More6 Simple Ways to Save Money On Packing Materials
Putting your items into storage? Save money on your packing materials with these easy, simple tips.
Read More6 Self-Storage Mistakes To Avoid For First Time Users
Are you considering renting a storage unit for your belongings this year? Self-storage can be a great option for numerous reasons, whether you’re moving home, renovating, or need space for your belongings for a trip abroad. However, make sure you avoid these common self-storage mistakes that first-time storage users fall prey to all too often! […]
Read MoreMobility Scooter UK Regulations & Rules Explained
What are the UK rules and regulations for mobility scooters? Here, we cover your frequently asked questions regarding mobility scooters and the law to help you drive safer when using your mobility scooter.
Read MoreCare Workers: How To Double Your Salary in 2024
The field of care work is as demanding as it is rewarding – and it’s no secret that care workers are woefully under-supported and under-paid in the current climate. In 2024, many care workers are seeking ways to increase their earning potential, whether that’s by taking on additional hours or by finding other income sources. […]
Read MoreChristmas Discounts for Carers
In this guide, we’ve highlighted some of the best Christmas discounts for carers on offer this year. Whether this helps you buying gifts for your family, or simply enables you to give yourself a well deserved treat at the end of the year, these discounts should help you stretch your pound that bit further. Christmas […]
Read More12 Things You Should Never Keep In Your Storage Unit
Storage units are convenient for clearing clutter, but there are limits to what you can store. Check this guide to see what you should never store.
Read MoreHow to Become a Self Employed Carer
If you’ve been looking into how to become a self employed carer, it can be easy to feel daunted by the amount of admin that comes with setting your own business up – even if that business is composed of just you! Self-employed caregivers have a variety of responsibilities, and this article explains how you […]
Read MoreWhy Does My Mobility Scooter Suddenly Stop?
Have you ever been using your mobility scooter out and about only for it to suddenly stop? There could be a number of reasons behind this – but this guide will look into why your mobility scooter might suddenly stop and a few quick checks you can do to get your scooter back to full […]
Read MoreClearing Out Your Clutter Before Christmas
The holiday season is just around the corner, and there’s no better time than now to give your home a good old-fashioned clear-out. Christmas is a time of joy, gatherings, and, let’s be honest, a fair bit of chaos! Whether you’re expecting guests or simply want to bring a fresh vibe into your home, decluttering […]
Read MoreCarer’s Allowance: A Total Guide
In this guide, we’ve provided a complete guide to what Carer’s Allowance is and who is entitled to it, so you can make sure you’re not missing out on what you’re owed. What is Carer’s Allowance? Carer’s Allowance is a benefit available to people spending 35 hours or more a week providing care to someone […]
Read MoreIs My Property A Flood Risk & How Will It Impact My Home Insurance Policy?
In the UK, at least one in six properties are at risk for flooding. However, a property’s flood risk isn’t static: it can change over time. Some of the factors that will impact your property’s risk, include population density in an area, industry and development, land management, and the one factor that increases risk over […]
Read More10 Ways to Reduce Your Heating Bills this Winter
With winter around the corner, it’s time to think about the small, cost-effective changes you could make around the home to make massive savings on your energy bills this time of year.
Read MoreCarers Winter Checklist: Protect Your Health This Winter
Winter is known to be a particularly stressful time for care workers. You have the added pressure of Christmas and catering for your family, while it’s also a time of year where your clients can be more vulnerable to illness – which means you can, too. Viruses and bugs are far more likely to spread […]
Read MoreRisks When Using Self-Storage In The Winter
With the arrival of colder weather, it’s time to start thinking about how to protect your items if using in self-storage over the winter. Sadly, with the cold comes a number of heightened risks and potential hazards to your items – including damp, mould, and the risk of flooding. In this guide, we’ve covered a […]
Read MoreWhat Is A Domiciliary Care Worker – What Are Their Main Duties?
Domiciliary care workers step into the homes and lives of people who need a helping hand with daily tasks, providing a range of assistance but also invaluable companionship. Surewise recently launched our new Domiciliary Care Worker insurance product in order to fill a vital gap for care workers that fall into this category. With a […]
Read MoreCan You Live In A Storage Unit?
With the cost of living crisis, housing shortage and rising prices, a question that’s begun to pop up more and more is whether a storage unit could serve as a viable living space? (Yes, really!). With rent and mortgage costs shooting through the sky, it’s not difficult to see why some people have begun to […]
Read MoreAssistive Technology Beyond Mobility Scooters: Latest Innovations
Mobility scooters are usually the first thing that springs to mind when you think of assistive technology for people with disabilities or mobility issues. However, with technology seemingly making giant strides every week, there are now many innovations that go far beyond simply traditional mobility aids. In this article, we’ll be exploring some of the […]
Read MoreUK’s Best & Worst Cities For Accessibility
There are approximately 16 million disabled people in the UK as of 2023. To put that into perspective, that’s almost 1 in 4 people living with a disability. With so many people within our population having extra accessibility needs, you would hope that most of the UK is equipped for those people – but sadly, […]
Read MoreLeaving Your Mobility Scooter Safely Outside a Shop
The ability to easily access shops with your mobility scooter is one of the biggest conveniences. However, leaving your scooter unattended outside a shop can leave it exposed to thieves looking for a quick steal. However, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of your scooter being taken or damaged while you […]
Read MoreElectric Storage Units: How to Find Storage Units with Electricity
We often take the ability to flip a switch and turn on a light for granted, but does your storage unit actually need electricity? In this article, we’ve covered some reasons why you might need this feature when renting a storage unit – and why in many cases, you don’t! Electric storage units are units […]
Read MoreStaying Safe on Your Mobility Scooter in Autumn
As the colder weather approaches, there are some different hazards and potential risks to consider when using your mobility scooter in Autumn. For example, more leaf debris on the pavements and roads, increased rainfall, and the beginning of darker mornings and evenings all pose a potential risk while driving your scooter. In this guide, we’ve […]
Read More6 Tips to Using Your Mobility Scooter Safely This Winter
Winter presents a number of new potential hazards and dangers for mobility scooters, ranging from less visibility to snow and ice on surfaces. In this guide, we’ve covered some key tips for staying safe on your mobility scooter in the colder months of the year. When you’re out and about running errands this winter, keep […]
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