For families, carers and loved ones who look after an older loved one to stay safe and well at home, juggling work, studies or family life for example can have a negative emotional and physical impact. These were exactly the challenges Maria’s daughter was trying to manage. Here’s how some extra support at home helped both Maria and her daughter feel less stressed and more at ease. Meet Maria... Maria lives in Gateshead, in the family home where she and her late husband raise

If you’re looking for a job that’s flexible, fulfilling, and truly makes a difference in people’s lives, Happy to Help Gateshead could be the perfect place for you. We’re a small but mighty charity based in Gateshead providing regular help with cleaning, shopping and errands. We're proud to support hundreds of older people across our borough, helping them stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home where they’re happiest. And we’re always looking for kind, reliable peopl

As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to make positive changes. To feel more supported, connected, and confident in everyday life. For many older people in Gateshead, our Home Help Service  provides just that. It's a friendly helping hand that makes daily tasks easier and brings peace of mind to our customers and any carers and loved ones. Home help and cleaning services in Gateshead. 🧹 Making Everyday Life a Little Easier with Home Help and Cleaning Services in Gate

Winter is a perfect time for reflection, both on the past year, and the year ahead. As the festive period approaches, many of us we seek out community, care and connection. Starting a new job might be something we tend to think about in January, with a fresh start in mind, however as we head towards positive changes, applying (or even just thinking about it) now means you're one step ahead for 2026. Our team has been making a real difference for 25 years, by providing cleanin

As we get older, home means everything. It’s where we feel safe, where our memories live, and where we can be ourselves. But keeping on...

Maintaining a safe and tidy home becomes increasingly important as we age. A well-organised, clutter-free home not only helps prevent...

If you or someone you know needs help with domestic tasks at home in Gateshead, our blog explains our home help and cleaning service.

We go through a Happy to Help home assessment for our home help services in Gateshead

Applying for a home help or a cleaning services vacancy can feel daunting so we want to put you at ease. This blog takes you through our recruitment process step by step, so that you can feel confident at every stage, familiar with what happens, with no hidden surprises. Feel free to read the blog in full, or jump to the section(s) you’d most like to know about… Who are Happy to Help Gateshead?   What do we do?   What vacancies do we have?   How do I apply?   What should I wr

Local ch arity, Happy to Help Gateshead , is celebrat ing after being awarded £8,127 in National Lottery funding to support its work with...