• telephone Age Concern Hampshire helpline to discuss what services may be available to provide "that bit of help" required

A friend, neighbour, relative or carer might help.

The Community Innovations Service can provide support, advice and guidance to older people who are beginning to experience difficulties around the home, or in managing everyday activities.

You may like to use the equipment in the home Hantsweb pages.

Use the Care at home search to find providers of domestic help, including shopping.

The e.VOLve directory lists meals on wheels contacts.

Advice and support for those in a caring role, either on an ad hoc basis or full time

• Princess Royal Trust for Carers - search the Trust's help directory for access and signposting to key information for carers
• Information about carers' assessments
• Help and support available for carers - including information about benefits and respite care
• Carers Together - a Hampshire-based organisation that provide advice, support and information