About Ottery Help Scheme
Ottery Help Scheme offers practical support and social activities for adults in the community. Toenail trimming is carried out by trained volunteer nail cutters who have received instruction from an NHS Podiatrist, providing accessible foot care.
The scheme runs seated Move It or Lose It exercise classes led by local fitness instructor Genevieve, designed to support mobility and wellbeing. Beyond fitness, Ottery Help Scheme provides a befriending service for those seeking company and companionship, along with a Memory Café and a range of community activity groups.
Whether you're looking for practical support, gentle exercise, or social connection, Ottery Help Scheme brings together volunteers and services to help adults stay active, supported, and engaged in their community.
Treatments & Pricing
Community Transport
Befriending Services
Home Support Services
Memory Café
Activity Groups
Seated Exercise
Support For Carers
Nail Cutting
Wellbeing
Befriending Services
Home Visits
Volunteer visits for company and companionship in your home.
Telephone Befriending
Friendly volunteers call at pre-arranged times during day or evening.
Friendship Group
Monthly social group with tea, cakes, activities and occasional trips out.
Form Filling
Volunteer assistance with complex forms including benefit applications.
Home Support Services
Cleaning
Help with house cleaning and laundry according to your needs.
Shopping
Shopping assistance, online ordering help, or shopping on your behalf.
Meal Planning & Food Preparation
Support with weekly meal planning and food preparation.
Enabling Visits Out
Transport to medical appointments, other appointments, and fun trips out.
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Frequently asked questions
Who carries out the toenail trimming service?
Our toenail trimming is carried out by volunteer nail cutters who have been trained by an NHS Podiatrist, ensuring you receive safe and knowledgeable care.
What exercise classes do you offer?
We run seated Move It or Lose It exercise classes led by local fitness instructor Genevieve, designed to help you stay active and mobile.
Do you offer befriending services?
Yes, we run a befriending service to help those looking for company and companionship, providing meaningful social connection.
What is your Memory Café?
Our Memory Café is a welcoming space where people affected by memory loss can gather with their carers to meet others and socialise together.
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