25.04.2024

Delyth’s Story: From Globe-Trotting to Not Being Able to Put The Bins Out

Delyth was an active, globe-trotting, 70-something, until she fell down the stairs at her home in South Wales.

31.10.2023

Adapting Pauline’s Home after Sight Loss

 Theresa Davies is a Managing Better Caseworker for Care & Repair. She is based in the Blaenau Gwent and […]

29.09.2023

Keeping Dai in the Community and Home He Loves

His health is starting to fail, but he doesn’t want to move away from the home and community he loves.

19.09.2023

Euronwydd’s Story: “They didn’t expect me to last the night.”

Euronwydd tells the story of her horrific fall at home in North Conelly, near Bridgend, two years ago.

Anthony at home

25.08.2023

Anthony’s Story: “They have really made my home a safer place.”

Anthony shares his experiences of how Care & Repair has helped him.

Jonathan's story - Hospital to home

03.04.2023

Jonathan’s Story: Finding Confidence and Independence Again

“The practical aids in the home have really helped my independence, and I am now whizzing up and down my stairs and showering with confidence.”

How we helped Barbara - Case Study

30.01.2023

Barbara: “I feel more secure now the work has been done”

At 76 years old and after having two strokes, Barbara was unable to maintain her home.

No Heating at Winter: Christine's Story

10.11.2022

No Heating at Winter: Christine’s Story

When Christine had oil delivered for her central heating, she thought she was ready for winter. Instead, she was shocked to discover that her oil tank was cracked and could not be refilled.

Rural Wales and the of Rising Energy Bills

01.09.2022

Blog: Facing Rising Energy Bills in Rural Wales

Originally from Ireland, she and her husband Vivion, 81, have lived in Wales for almost 40 years.

Sheila standing outside her home

19.07.2022

Sheila’s Story: “Care & Repair was my last hope.”

Sheila’s in her late 40s, but lives alone and suffers from life limiting cancer, lupus and fibromyalgia. To make matters […]

people gardening

27.06.2022

Why Building Trust is so Important – Mr Taylor’s Story

Mr Taylor is 81-year-olds and lives alone in a home he has owned for almost half a century. His property […]

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