There is help available with maintaining property for homeowners who would like to continue to live independently and safely in their own homes.
There are a number of agencies in the county who can support you to maintain your home. We have included a few agencies whose services we are aware of. This is not an endorsement of these particular agencies, and we advise that you look in the directory of service to find an agency which suits you.
If you are aged 50 years and over, Age UK can give you information about local tradespeople who can help you. They can also arrange a minor repair service, for example to help with fitting door bells, locks and safety devices, replace light bulbs, smoke alarm batteries, etc. There is a charge for this service
If you are an older person who wants support to maintain your home and you live in the Stamford or Bourne area, the Evergreen Care Trust may be able to help you through their home support service
There are services available to assist you with care for your pet from walking your dog to providing a temporary or permanent home for your pet.
Canine Care Card by the Dog's trust. The Canine Care Card Service is available nationwide and totally free-of-charge. As a Canine Care Card holder, if you become seriously ill or pass away and can no longer look after your dog, we will look after your canine companion, help them get back on their paws, and find them a new, loving, forever home
The Cinnamon Trust is the national charity for elderly and terminally ill people and their pets. We seek to keep owner and pet together for as long as possible with the help of a national network of volunteers who assist when day to day care poses a problem.
Horncastle Cats Protection helps where we can to give cats and kittens in need a safe and secure home.
The RSPCA offer information and advice about responsible pet ownership and some low cost veterinary care such as microchipping, neutering and vaccinations.
The PDSA offer information and advice about keeping pets healthy and may help with veterinary costs for pet owners who are in receipt of some means tested benefits.
Petmatey offer help with pet care, dog walking and boarding.
You may wish to visit the Cleaning, Repairs and Gardening | Connect to Support Lincolnshire page on the Good Homes Lincs section which provides further advice on:
