Single Parent?
Anyway, because of this, I have problems doing general DIY around the house, even simple things like changing a light bulb, changing a plug, screwing/unscrewing screws etc.
Can you recommend how I can over come this? Would it be a good idea to employ a general 'handyman' who could do these things for me. If so, are they expensive to employ?
I live in The Midlands, England
Thank you.
Answer:
Some areas have a handyman scheme which deals with minor repairs for a minimum fee. We have one in my area (Essex) run by Community Vounteers. It charges just £2 per job. Your local council may have info about a scheme in your area, give them a ring...;
Do you have friends or a nice neighbour...
I'm sure they wouldn't mind popping in to help you every now and then, repay them with a bottle of wine or some-thing... It's cheaper than a handyman for sure!
Do you own your house or rent? If you rent your landlord should be availahble to help out with odd jobs. If you own then look for Princes Trusts apprentices. They are often looking for some practice at the skill they are training in and will charge very little.
ask a neighbour or friend if they know anyone who could help you out. im sure anyone with a concience wouldnt charge you for such small jobs.
If it was me I would put an add in my local post office with a phone number and at least when people call you you can talk about prices before they are standing on your doorstep. Maybe speak to your neighbours too as they may have a relative who would be willing to help. Someone else always knows someone, my dad works with a man who use to cut my nan's grass for her. Your son must be at school, ask one of the other mum's or his teacher they may even know someone.You won't know till you ask.
Good luck xx
if you get on ok with your neighbours ask them.if it's just simple things like you mentioned,then i'm pretty sure that they'll have no problems helping you out.
Friends and neighbors will help you, sweetie!
Heck! I'm sort of disabled at the moment because I am 8 months pregnant and on bed rest until my baby comes, but here's the catch; I have five kids and their dad is in Australia until Tuesday!
Neighbors are great help, just tell them your condition and if they won't help, ask a Friend they aren't a good friend unless they offer to help.
Good luck, I know it must be hard to get through this! My sister has 2 little bitty kids and is going through a divorce, sometimes she just wants to give up but when she looks at her kids, that's all tha strength she needs!
My five, soon to be six, kids are the reason my hubby and I try so hard to get along!
THINGS WILL GET BETTER, DON'T WORRY!
good luck again, be strong! You're a supermom!
They can be expensive - do you have a friend or family member who is handy around the house that can help you? You can exchange their services for babysitting their kids if they have, or cooking them meals, or something else you could help them out with.
Are you working
If not you may be entitled to some sort of benefit.Perhaps it wouldnt do any harm to visit you local job centre and see if they have any reccommendations
Family or friends I am sure would be willing to help you, or perhaps a neighbor you know and can trust. Handymen can be expensive and may not respond as quickly as maybe a friend or family member would. Also if you recently separated, having family and friends around you might be a good thing for you, and if they can change a light bulb etc as well then thats a bonus for you. Good luck!
Check with your local council, check your local newspaper and call on family, friends and neighbours. I am also a single parent and my neighbours are great, they helped with the garden, outdoor lighting, fitting heavy mirrors etc., they really are the best
look on( wwwdirect.gov.uk)and you can fill a form in on line to claim disability living allowance.if you are not able to do every day things you may be entitled to it.it may only be the low rate but it will help.its not means tested and its worth a try..
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