Help around the home
Repairs to your home
Various organisations in East Sussex offer a household repair service. They can help older people to stay living independently in the community by helping with a range of minor repairs such as:
- fitting smoke detectors
- adapting taps and replacing washers
- renewing bath sealant
- fitting rails
- replacing light bulbs, fuses and plugs.
For more information and advice on what services may be available in your area contact:
Maintaining your garden
If you have a disability or find it hard to maintain your garden, you may be able to get help through volunteer programs run by Help the Aged in your area.
For more information about approved garden traders in East Sussex visit our buy with confidence pages.
Window cleaners
Lists of window cleaners in East Sussex can be found in Yellow Pages or Thomson Directory.
Mobile hairdressers
A list of mobile hairdressers in East Sussex can be found in Yellow Pages.
Shops that deliver
If you find it difficult to get out to do your shopping, you may be able to find a local shop that delivers. The Village Shops website lists village shops in East Sussex and surrounding areas. It also lists whether there is a post office available at the shop and if the shop will deliver food.
Many chain supermarkets can deliver to your home, and you can buy online using their websites. The following are a few of the main supermarkets:
Doorstop selling
Read our advice on protecting yourself from doorstep sales and cold calling.
