Caremark Bromley & Lewisham

07/11/2025

🦵 Essential Tips After Knee Replacement Surgery

Recovering from a knee replacement takes time, care, and consistency 💙

Here are a few key tips to support healing and regain mobility:
💊 Pain management - Use medication, ice packs, and leg elevation to reduce swelling and stay comfortable
🧼 Wound care - Keep the area clean and dry, and watch for signs of infection
🏃‍♂️ Physical therapy - Start early and stay consistent to build strength and flexibility
⚖️ Lifestyle changes - Maintain a healthy weight and choose low-impact activities like swimming or cycling
📅 Follow-up appointments - Regular check-ins with your doctor help track progress and adjust your care plan

With the right support, recovery can be safe, empowering, and effective.

🌐 Read the full article to learn more: https://www.caremark.co.uk/news/essential-care-tips-after-knee-replacement/ OR visit the link in our bio.

05/11/2025

Looking for a role that fits around your life?

Care work offers flexibility, purpose, and the chance to make a real difference. Whether you're studying, parenting, or simply want a job that works with your routine, care could be the perfect fit 💙

With Caremark, you choose hours that suit you, while helping others live independently at home.

🔗 Ready to start your journey? Explore our current opportunities:
https://www.caremark.co.uk/careers/

03/11/2025

It’s International Stress Awareness Week 🧘‍♂️

Stress affects us all - carers, customers, families, and friends. This week is a reminder to pause, breathe, and prioritise well-being.

Whether it’s a quiet moment with a cup of tea, a walk in the fresh air, or a chat with someone who listens, small steps can make a big difference 💙

How do you unwind when life feels overwhelming? Let us know below 👇

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31/10/2025

💙 Do you have a big heart?
💬 Do you love making people smile?

We’re looking for caring, reliable people to join our team at Caremark Bromley & Lewisham!

No experience? No problem — we’ll provide full training and ongoing support.

🌟 Flexible hours
🌟 Great team atmosphere
🌟 A job that really makes a difference

If you’re ready to start a career that changes lives — including your own — click below to apply 👇

Get in touch to learn more. Contact Caremark Lewisham for any inquiries regarding our care services today.

31/10/2025

Halloween can be a fun time for families, but for some older or vulnerable people, it might feel a little unsettling. Whether you’d prefer a quiet evening or want to join in safely, here are a few simple ways to feel more comfortable:

🚪Only answer the door if you feel okay to do so. Keep a light on, use a door chain or spy hole, and trust your instincts.
👻 Look out for who’s knocking. Trick-or-treaters are usually children with adults nearby. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s okay not to answer.
📜 Not taking part this year? A friendly sign on your door can let visitors know you’re not joining in.
🕯️ Keep things calm indoors. Closing the curtains and keeping the TV or radio on can help soften outside noise and reduce anxiety.
🎃 Want to join in the fun? Pop a pumpkin or small light outside to show you’re happy to welcome trick-or-treaters. Keep a bowl of sweets nearby so you’re ready.
💙 Need a hand? Our Care Assistants are here to help - whether it’s picking up treats, putting up a sign, or simply being there for reassurance.

Let’s make Halloween feel safe, calm, and inclusive for everyone 🌟

27/10/2025

💙 Looking for a role where you can truly change lives?

At Caremark, every visit, every conversation, and every act of care helps someone feel safer, happier, and more independent in their own home.

Whether it’s supporting someone through recovery, helping with daily routines, or simply being a friendly face, your care makes a real difference.

Join a team where compassion leads the way, and where improving lives is at the heart of everything we do.

🔗 Ready to start your journey? Explore our current opportunities:
https://www.caremark.co.uk/careers/ OR visit the link in our bio

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23/10/2025

🎃 Halloween fun isn’t just for kids, older people can enjoy it too!

Here are 5 daytime activities that bring joy, creativity, and connection:

🖌️ Pumpkin decorating - No carving needed! Use paint, stickers, or fabric for a safe and creative twist
👻 Costume dress-up - Funny hats or themed scarves can spark smiles and conversation
📖 Spooky storytelling - Share Halloween memories or read gentle ghost stories aloud
🍎 Seasonal baking - Make pumpkin muffins or ghost-shaped biscuits together
🎬 Halloween movies - Watch light-hearted classics like Hocus Pocus or Casper with popcorn and cosy blankets

These activities are perfect for care settings, home visits, or family time, and they support wellbeing too 💙

💬 Let us know your favourite in the comments, or share your own ideas for daytime Halloween fun!

22/10/2025

For many families, care means more than support, it means reassurance, dignity, and staying connected to the moments that matter. 💙

When a loved one is diagnosed with a progressive condition like Parkinson’s, it can feel overwhelming. Everyday tasks become more complex, and families often wonder how best to help while maintaining their own wellbeing.

That’s where compassionate, personalised care makes all the difference.

Specialist support can include help with mobility, personal care, medication routines, and companionship - all tailored to the individual’s needs.

With the right approach, people can continue enjoying family time, hobbies, and cultural traditions, while loved ones feel supported and informed.

Care isn’t just about meeting physical needs, it’s about preserving independence, lifting spirits, and offering peace of mind to everyone involved. 💌

👉 Looking for personalised home care? Visit: https://www.caremark.co.uk/getting-started/

21/10/2025

📚 Looking for a role where learning is part of the journey?

At Caremark, we support our carers to grow in confidence, build new skills, and develop a deeper understanding of what great care looks like.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to build on your experience, we offer guidance, training, and a team that believes in your potential. 💙

Because care is more than a job, it’s a chance to learn, grow, and make a real difference.

🔗 Ready to start your journey? Explore our current opportunities: https://www.caremark.co.uk/careers/

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18/10/2025

♻️ It’s National Reuse Day.

This is a perfect time to celebrate sustainability, creativity, and the joy of giving old things new life.

For older people, reuse can be more than eco-friendly, it can be therapeutic. From repurposing fabric into crafts to upcycling furniture with a carer’s help, these activities spark memories, encourage independence, and support wellbeing.

Here are a few reuse ideas that bring comfort and connection:
🧵 Turning old clothes into patchwork blankets
📚 Swapping books with neighbours or care teams
🪴 Using containers for indoor gardening

Small changes, big impact, for the planet and for the people we care for 💙

17/10/2025

Congratulations to the Doran Family! 🎉

As part of Caremark’s 20 Years of Care celebrations, we launched our Care for a Wish scheme — granting 20 acts of care to recognise and support the amazing people we work with every day. 💙

We’re delighted to announce that the Doran family were one of our winners! Their story touched our hearts, and we’re so happy to make a difference through this special initiative. 🌟

We truly hope you enjoy yourselves seeing The Phantom of the Opera and your meal at .

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and shared their stories — your kindness and resilience are what make our community truly special. 💫