Home Instead Chesterfield

Home Instead Chesterfield Home Instead Chesterfield provides high quality home & live-in care services in the Chesterfield area We specialise in dementia care.

Home Instead Chesterfield provides high quality home care services in the Chesterfield area.

When families start to worry about eating habits, it is often not about appetite but about repetition. The same meals, t...
25/01/2026

When families start to worry about eating habits, it is often not about appetite but about repetition.

The same meals, the same snacks, the same easy options day after day. This is not always a preference. It can be a sign that planning, shopping or cooking has started to feel overwhelming.

Having a bit of support can help bring variety back in a gentle way. Planning meals together, shopping locally and cooking simple food alongside someone can support both nutrition and confidence, while helping families feel reassured that their loved one is eating well.

If this feels familiar and you would like to learn more about how care at home can help a loved one, contact our team in Chesterfield on 01246 580187 or visit homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

Families often think the turning point will be a crisis or a big change, but more often it is something else.It's the mo...
23/01/2026

Families often think the turning point will be a crisis or a big change, but more often it is something else.

It's the moment when a regular companionship visit starts to make everyday life feel easier again. Someone popping in for a chat, a walk, a bit of help with shopping or a shared cup of tea can lift mood, rebuild confidence and gently support routines.

For families we support, that consistency brings reassurance. You know your loved one is not spending long days alone and you can see the difference it makes to their wellbeing.

Companionship visits are often where support really begins to feel right.

If you are wondering whether companionship visits could make a difference, our team in Chesterfield is happy to chat on 01246 580187 or via homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

Medication management doesn’t have to be a chore. Our Care Professionals ensure that taking medication is a simple part ...
22/01/2026

Medication management doesn’t have to be a chore. Our Care Professionals ensure that taking medication is a simple part of your routine.

Just ask John and Ben, the stars of our new sponsorship idents on Love Your Weekend.

When families first get in touch, they often tell us the hardest part is how to start the conversation about care with a...
20/01/2026

When families first get in touch, they often tell us the hardest part is how to start the conversation about care with a parent.

Not because their mum or dad needs lots of help, but because the word care does not feel like it fits.

Many people have spent their lives working, running households, supporting others and making decisions. Being offered care can feel like a step backwards.

What we often find works better is reframing the idea completely. Instead of “you need help”, it becomes “would it be nice if someone came round for a few hours a week to help you sort the photos, get the garden back on track or tackle those boxes in the spare room”.

Very often, just one hour a week can be enough to keep routines going, build confidence and give families reassurance.

Support does not have to mean losing independence. Sometimes it simply means having someone alongside you to get things done.

If you are curious about how even a small amount of support could make a difference, our team in Chesterfield is happy to talk on 01246 580187 or via homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is a chance to pause, share awareness, and talk about how cervical screening helps ...
19/01/2026

This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is a chance to pause, share awareness, and talk about how cervical screening helps protect long term health.

Almost all cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV, a very common virus that most people come into contact with at some point. Screening now checks for HPV first, helping to spot risk early and prevent cervical cancer before it develops. For most people, results are reassuring, and for a small number, early follow ups help keep them safe and well.

If you are invited for a smear test, attending is one of the simplest ways to look after your health. For information and support, visit https://ukcervicalcancer.org.uk/.

Taking care of yourself helps you stay well for the people who matter most 💚

You ring mum during the week and she sounds just like herself. She chats about the weather, tells you she is fine and a...
18/01/2026

You ring mum during the week and she sounds just like herself.

She chats about the weather, tells you she is fine and asks how work is going. Then you visit at the weekend and notice the milk is out of date, the post is still unopened and she seems tired after just a short conversation.

It can feel confusing and even a bit unsettling.

This happens more often than people realise. Phone calls are familiar and brief, which makes them easier to manage. Many older people can draw on well practised phrases and concentrate their energy for a few minutes.

Being together in person is different.

Over time you start to notice routines, energy levels and small changes that simply do not come across on the phone.

It does not mean they are pretending or hiding anything. Often it means they are working hard to stay independent in the ways they know how. Trusting what you notice in person is important, and it is often what prompts families to start gentle conversations about extra support.

If this feels familiar and you are not sure what the next step is, our team in Chesterfield is happy to talk things through on 01246 580187 or you can find out more about how support at home can provide care and reassurance on our website homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

Have you spotted Home Instead on Love Your Weekend yet?Meet John! A star in our new sponsorship idents.Thanks to his Car...
16/01/2026

Have you spotted Home Instead on Love Your Weekend yet?

Meet John! A star in our new sponsorship idents.

Thanks to his Care Professional, Ben, getting washed and dressed can be a moment of pride so he feels ready for what the day has in store.

There's nothing quite like a home-cooked meal, is there?Many families worry about whether an older loved one is eating p...
13/01/2026

There's nothing quite like a home-cooked meal, is there?

Many families worry about whether an older loved one is eating properly, especially when meals start to feel rushed or repetitive.

Having someone there to plan meals, shop together and cook proper food can make a real difference, supporting both good nutrition and independence. It is about making mealtimes something to look forward to again.

To talk about meal support and care at home in Chesterfield, call our local team on 01246 580187 or visit homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

Even a one hour visit can make a real difference, supporting independence and giving someone something to look forward t...
11/01/2026

Even a one hour visit can make a real difference, supporting independence and giving someone something to look forward to each week.

To find out how we support companionship and everyday support at home in Chesterfield, call 01246 580187 or visit homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

Giving up driving is often talked about as a loss of independence, and it is understandable why families worry about tha...
09/01/2026

Giving up driving is often talked about as a loss of independence, and it is understandable why families worry about that.

What is not always spoken about is what can be gained instead.

With the right support in place, loved ones can still get out, keep routines and stay connected to their community, without the worry or risk that driving may now bring.

Support can mean safer journeys, familiar trips and the confidence of knowing someone is there to help, so independence is not taken away, it is supported in a different way.

For a friendly conversation about keeping independence and safety in balance, contact our Chesterfield team on 01246 580187 or find out more at homeinstead.co.uk/chesterfield.

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Commerce House, Millennium Way, Dunston Road
Chesterfield
S418ND

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
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