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Supportive Services for Seniors at Home

Your reliable and friendly team helping seniors live independently and comfortably in Colchester, Essex.

Caring Support for Seniors

Waxwing offers a range of supportive services designed to help seniors live independently and comfortably in their homes. We assist with household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping, while also providing companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness. Additionally, we offer transportation for appointments and social activities, along with light home maintenance tasks and support for navigating technology. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for seniors by ensuring they have the resources and assistance they need to thrive in their daily lives.

An elderly person holds a walking stick and a colorful pamphlet with their right hand. They are wearing a textured, patterned sweater over jeans. Part of a wall with a black-and-white photograph can be seen in the background.
An elderly person holds a walking stick and a colorful pamphlet with their right hand. They are wearing a textured, patterned sweater over jeans. Part of a wall with a black-and-white photograph can be seen in the background.

Supportive Services Offered

Helping seniors live independently and comfortably at home.

An elderly person wearing a striped shirt is working on a laptop at a wooden desk by a large window. The desk also contains papers, a glass of water, and a mug filled with pens. The view outside the window displays a mix of greenery.
An elderly person wearing a striped shirt is working on a laptop at a wooden desk by a large window. The desk also contains papers, a glass of water, and a mug filled with pens. The view outside the window displays a mix of greenery.
Household Tasks

Assistance with cooking, cleaning, and shopping needs.

Hands are gently cupping a set of wooden Scrabble tiles spelling out the word 'SENIOR'. The tiles have a light wood grain finish, and the hands have neatly manicured nails with white polish, set against a blurred green background.
Hands are gently cupping a set of wooden Scrabble tiles spelling out the word 'SENIOR'. The tiles have a light wood grain finish, and the hands have neatly manicured nails with white polish, set against a blurred green background.
Companionship Care

Alleviating loneliness through friendly visits and engagement.

Technology Support

Assisting with setting up and using devices for video calls, social media, email, and internet browsing.

Transportation

Providing rides for appointments and social activities.

About us

Waxwing Care, founded by a registered nurse with over five years of experience in elderly care, is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate services. Drawing inspiration from the social and cooperative nature of the waxwing bird, our founder established this new company to ensure that every client receives exceptional care tailored to their needs. Despite our recent inception, we have quickly earned a reputation for excellence, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the well-being of those we serve.

Our team of dedicated caregivers is the heart of Waxwing Home Help. Each member is carefully selected and trained to provide the highest standard of care. We believe in building strong relationships with our clients and their families, ensuring that everyone feels supported and valued. All our caregivers have enhanced DBS checks, and are fully trained, insured, and vaccinated. We prioritize health and safety, using appropriate PPE to ensure the well-being of our clients and staff.

a bird perched on a branch in a forest
a bird perched on a branch in a forest

Our Values

  • Compassion: We treat every client with kindness, respect, and empathy.

  • Reliability: We are dependable and always strive to be there when our clients need us.

  • Personalisation: We tailor our services to meet each individual's unique needs and preferences.

  • Integrity: We conduct our business with honesty and transparency.