Good Life Sorted - Bournemouth

13/02/2026

This beautiful poem really captures the anguish and confusion someone living with Alzheimer’s can feel 💙

If you or a loved one could use a little extra support — whether that’s help around the house, shopping, meal prep, getting out and about, or simply some friendly companionship — a Good Life Sorted Helper could make a real difference.

All Helpers are vetted, and many are Dementia Friends, so they understand how this journey can affect individuals, families and loved ones. You don’t have to manage it alone.

'I have this illness, cruel and unfair.'

Louise wrote this poem for her Dad John who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at 69.

The poem reads:

'I have this illness, cruel and unfair,
It came too early, it shouldn’t be there!
You don’t need to tell me I’m not the same, I feel it, I feel the change.

Some days I’m trapped inside my mind, the words I can’t always find,
I’m calling out, though quiet it seems, Still shouting love through broken dreams.

So help me remember play my song, Turn it up loud and sing along,
Let the music find what time erased, Let joy return to a familiar place.

Come sit with me, don’t turn away, Even on my quieter days, I may forget the when or where, But I still know you’re standing there.

Tell me our stories, the old and true, Remind me of all that I’ve been to you, If I lose my way, please help me see,

I’m still your Dad,
I’m still me.'

13/02/2026

Someone is finally feeling better 🐾 …and celebrated by immediately launching herself into every muddy puddle she could find 😂

Worth the mud in the car just to see that happy waggy tail again 💛



Do any of your dogs get this dirty?

13/02/2026

I take one of my customers here sometimes. We will definitely go next week.

It’s Shrove Tuesday/Pancake next week. What do you like on your pancakes?

10/02/2026

🧶 Fancy a chat, a cuppa and some crafting?

Local libraries run lovely Knit & Natter groups — friendly, relaxed and a great way to get out of the house and meet people.

If getting there is difficult, a Good Life Sorted helper can accompany you (or your loved one), help with transport and stay for companionship during the session.

📍 Groups nearby:

Broadstone Library — Fridays 10am–12pm
Corfe Mullen Library — Mondays 10am–12pm
Ferndown Library — 2nd Tuesday monthly 10:15am–11:45am
Wimborne Library — Fridays 2pm–4pm
(Poole Library currently has no group)

More info:
https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/whats-on-in-dorset-libraries
https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/libraries

Message me if you’d like to know how I can help you or a family member attend 💛

09/02/2026

Knit & Natter group at Corfe Mullen Library 🧶 is a real joy.

I take one of my customers along and she spends two hours chatting, knitting and crafting, drinking tea and enjoying proper company. There’s always friendly conversation, shared projects and plenty of encouragement, and it’s become a real highlight of her week.

Not everyone needs traditional “care” — sometimes they just need a bit of help to get out of the house and someone to go with them.

A Good Life Sorted helper can accompany your loved one to local groups, hobbies or simple outings, stay with them and bring them safely home again. It’s companionship for them and reassurance for you.

If you have a parent, partner or relative who would enjoy something like this, you’re very welcome to message me and I’ll happily explain how it works 🤍

08/02/2026

Driving home from London in the rain. Do you like the rain? Or are you dreaming of Summer?

What activities do you like doing despite the weather?

I love coming home to Dorset.

08/02/2026

06/02/2026

Do you or someone you know need companionship or someone to talk to? Good Life Sorted can match you with one of their Helper’s for a visit or visits weekly. During these visits you can share memories, talk about your about any concerns you have or just daily life.

This Time to Talk Day, we are celebrating our companionship service, which helps older people open up, connect, and feel supported. 🫶

Talking about how we feel as we get older can be difficult, but it is one of the most powerful things we can do.

🌞 Sometimes the simplest things brighten a day, a cup of tea, a friendly chat, or sharing a laugh.

Your Good Life Helper is a trusted member of your local community, ready to provide companionship and gentle support whenever it suits you.

☕️ Whether it is chatting over a cuppa or enjoying a relaxed visit, these connections make a significant difference.

If you or someone you care about would like to learn more about our companionship service, please do get in touch. 💛

📧 angela.g@goodlifesorted.com

Or visit: https://goodlifesorted.com/landing-page/angela-godfrey/

06/02/2026

Good Life Sorted Helpers are in your area—ready to help. Could you or someone you know benefit?

Living with a disability or long-term condition can make everyday tasks more challenging, but you never have to face it alone - we're here.

Our kind, vetted Helpers offer practical support and companionship at home, from household tasks and appointments to friendly chats, all tailored to your pace and preferences💛.
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Keep enjoying what matters most, with flexible help from just £20/hour (first visit free!). Discover more on our website:

https://goodlifesorted.com/services/disability-care/
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05/02/2026

We know that confusion and memory loss can be frightening — not just for the person living with it, but for their loved ones too. Many of the Good Life Sorted Helpers are Dementia Friends, offering patience, understanding and a calm presence when it matters most. Good Life Sorted always aim to match people with Helpers who feel right for their needs.

There may come a time when a loved one with dementia doesn’t recognise you. This can feel very personal and upsetting.

Unfortunately, as dementia progresses, many people will experience difficulties recognising even close friends and family.

There are a number of reasons why this happens. Memory loss can cause people to have difficulty remembering the names and relationships of people around them, while problems with communication may cause someone to struggle with names, or to call people by the wrong name.

Someone living with dementia might also experience time-shifting, which is when a person’s experience is that they are living at an earlier time in their life. This means they might not recognise their adult children or family, because they believe them to be much younger.

People with dementia may experience delusions, which are strongly held false beliefs. For example, they may believe that a friend or family member is a stranger in their home.

Some people with dementia may also experience ‘face blindness’, which is caused by damage in the brain, which means the person has difficulty recognising faces.

When someone doesn't recognise you, try not to take it personally, even though this may be very difficult. Even though the person may not remember your name or who you are in the moment, their feelings for you are likely to be the same.

It can help to introduce yourself with your name and relationship every time you see the person. Avoid correcting them if they get your name wrong, as this can cause more frustration and confusion.

If you don't live with the person, think about what times of day they are most lucid and alert, and try and visit during these times.

Speak to family members ahead of time and let them know the person may have trouble recognising them, especially younger children. Try to minimise situations where the person is put on the spot to remember names.

It’s totally normal and understandable if you feel feel upset and distressed. Sharing how you feel with family, friends or a counsellor can be a great help. And if you need support, give our Dementia Support Line a call on 0333 150 3456.

05/02/2026

Little Blue has been poorly this week which has made her super cuddly.

Small meals of chicken broth with pasta and scrambled egg four times a day is helping her to feel better.

What makes you feel better when you’re not well?

01/02/2026

Happy February Everyone!

Mrs S found a Therapy Dog in the garden centre so they had a little hug. Garden Centres are her favourite place to visit.

Which Garden Centre is your favourite?