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  1. Stories

Stories

Why is what we do so important? Click on the links below to read some experiences of people who have used our services.

"I know I’ve made the right decision to join TuVida!"

Michelle helps to care for her dad, Bill. Bill was referred into TuVida’s North Northamptonshire Short Term Care service after a long spell in hospital at the beginning of the year. Read more

Published: 6th July, 2023

Updated: 7th July, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

National Day of Reflection 2023

National Day of Reflection 2023

National Day of Reflection is an opportunity to remember our loved ones who’ve died, support people who are grieving, and connect with each other. Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

"The young carers service gives Maria the chance to do things that can be difficult as a family"

Maria, age 11, is a young carer from Shropshire. She helps care for her twin sister, Sharia, and her mum Marina. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2023

Updated: 14th March, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

Service in focus: North Northamptonshire Short Term Home Care

Service in focus: North Northamptonshire Short Term Home Care

Our service in focus series explores how TuVida's services are making a difference across the communities we work in. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2023

Updated: 31st January, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

"They know how to put me at my ease and reassure me that everything's going to be ok"

Ellie has been one of our clients for over 3 years and she was really pleased when we asked her to give us her story for a second time, but with a difference. Read more

Published: 28th June, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"He feels it is important to share his experience"

In our West Sussex area at our day centre supporting those with dementia, John who is one of our attendees enjoys the time with his friends and the care staff. Read more

Published: 28th June, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"You build up a bond and that bond is trust"

Respite for carers is very important and Maria talk about how we help her and husband John. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2020

Updated: 19th March, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"It makes it easier because its somewhere to get away from eveything"

Charlotte is one of our young carers in the Wokingham area. Here is her story about how we've helped her during her time with us. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2020

Updated: 19th March, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

Nottingham Young Carers Services

Nottingham Young Carers Services

Evie and Faye are young cares who look after their mum, with support from TuVida's Nottingham Young Carers Services. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"A friendly and reliable service"

Euna is one of our elderly service users, who enjoys getting out when she can. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Updated: 5th November, 2020

Author: Brett Turner

"The Hub is a lifeline and it's invaluable"

During the Coronavirus pandemic our Carers Hubs have continued to provide information and support for carers - often in new ways. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Author: Brett Turner

TuVida provides care for Sunhil in Berkshire

TuVida provides care for Sunhil in Berkshire

Sunhil is one of our service users in the Berkshire area. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Author: Brett Turner

"I care about them and they care about me"

Lena lives in the East Midlands and is regularly visited by one of our Care Support Workers, Ann-Marie. Read more

Published: 24th December, 2019

Updated: 11th August, 2020

Author: Rebecca Byers

"Without them I don't know what I would do"

The support from our team in Essex helps Ellie-May to get up and start her day, as well as get out and socialise. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2019

Updated: 29th October, 2020

Author:

"Help is just a phone call away"

During the Coronavirus pandemic our Carers Hubs have continued to provide information and support for carers - often in new ways. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2019

Updated: 29th October, 2020

Author:

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  • Bridgend Newsletters

    Bridgend Newsletters

    View our Bridgend Carers Wellbeing newsletters here!

  • North Northamptonshire team celebrate first anniversary

    North Northamptonshire team celebrate first anniversary

    Tuvida’s North Northamptonshire Short Term Home Care service celebrate first anniversary.

  • New forums for carers in Bridgend and Herefordshire

    New forums for carers in Bridgend and Herefordshire

    Unpaid carers in Bridgend and Herefordshire have the chance to help shape local support services through new carers’ forums.

  • Esther’s Charity Skydive

    Esther’s Charity Skydive

    Fearless TuVida worker Esther Scott will be leaping out of a plane from 14,000ft this September – all in the aid of a charity close to her heart.

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  • Nottinghamshire Carers Hub

    Nottinghamshire Carers Hub

    Free, confidential support for unpaid carers in Nottinghamshire.

  • Contact details

    Find contact details for your local TuVida office.

  • Respite for carers (West Sussex)

    Respite for carers (West Sussex)

    Our respite service enables unpaid carers to take time off, with the peace of mind that the person who needs care is safe and supported.

  • What we do

    What we do

    We support people who provide and require care, in ways that work best for them.

  • Work with us

    Work with us

    At TuVida we work with people and families needing or providing care, to help make their lives better.

  • Respite for carers (Nottinghamshire)

    Respite for carers (Nottinghamshire)

    Professional home care that enables unpaid carers to take time off.

  • Care at home (East Midlands)

    Care at home (East Midlands)

    Our home service offers help to people in need of care, as well as family and friends who care for them.

  • Nottinghamshire Young Carers Service

    Nottinghamshire Young Carers Service

    The Nottinghamshire Young Carers Service enables young carers to take a break from caring, make new friends and get information and advice.

  • Carers Hubs

    Carers Hubs

    Live in Berkshire or Nottinghamshire? Take a look at our Carers Hub events and information.

  • Care Support Worker CSB

    Care Support Worker Location:       Central South Buckinghamshire - High Wycombe  Rate:             £9.10ph weekdays and 10.35ph weekends + 40p per mile fuel Hours:           Zero hours / Between 7am and 10pm / Flexible to meet your lifestyle

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TuVida is a Carers Trust Network partner. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission.

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