Homeshare for female with older person in Abingdon

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This Homeshare opportunity is advertised by Homeshare Oxfordshire, a service of Age UK Oxfordshire, on behalf of the Householder(s). A Homeshare arrangement offers low cost accommodation in the home of an older person, or couple, in exchange for an agreed amount, typically 10 hours a week, of companionship and help around the home.

Are you a homely, kind and caring female, 30+ who could provide gentle companionship and be a reassuring presence to a friendly, kind, interesting and interested older person in a quiet residential area of Abingdon?

The householder’s early career was in nursing and, later, in education with children with additional needs. She cares about social issues, is a committed Christian and involved in her local church and wider community activities. She is artistic and finds relaxation in drawing and painting. Singing, creative dance and swimming have been important in the Householder’s life but, owing to arthritis, some limitation in walking and having less energy these days, she has found these activities hard to keep up.

The Householder lost her husband some years ago. She has a network of good friends whom she sees regularly but does feel a little anxious at times about living alone. The simple presence of a someone around in the house would be very reassuring to her. A homely, warm person who enjoyed conversation, and who would be happy to sometimes help the Householder make small day to day decisions, would be very valuable. Help with internet and mobile phone issues that crop up would be appreciated, as would the occasional lift in a car to activities or social events.

A cleaner and gardener regularly come to the house but help with the simple household tasks would be welcome – for example, help with changing bed sheets, putting out the bins, reading the meters etc. Whilst gardening help is not a requirement, if someone would enjoy helping in the large, natural, garden (which is a source of great pleasure to the Householder) that would be a bonus.

This would a suit a kind, caring and empathetic female, 30+, with Christian principles. Some who likes to mainly spend time at home in the evenings, rather than being out, would work best. And some company at weekends especially on Saturdays, would be welcome. There is also the option to work or study from home as well. Whilst companionship is an important element of the Homeshare and the Householder would enjoy having a chat over a cup of tea and sharing some evening meals or watching some TV together, this is not rigid and there would be plenty of space for both Householder and Sharer to lead their independent lives. A car driver would be ideal.

The house, with a lovely large garden and backing on to a park, is in a quiet residential area off the Oxford Road, close to bus routes to Oxford and a 15 minute walk to Abingdon town centre. The room available is medium sized and with own bathroom.

To find out more about Homesharing and to contact us about this opportunity please first visit the Homeshare Oxfordshire webpage (which can be found on Age UK Oxfordshire’s website) and complete our enquiry form at the bottom of the page. Homesharing is best suited to emotionally mature, reliable and friendly people who have the time, energy and commitment to engage and help out as agreed.

This Homeshare opportunity is advertised by Homeshare Oxfordshire on behalf of the Householder(s). Homeshare Oxfordshire is the local Homeshare Provider for Oxfordshire. We are part of Age UK Oxfordshire, a registered charity, and thus operate on a not-for-profit basis.