Hertfordshire Independent Living Service
About Hertfordshire Independent Living Service
Social enterprise delivering meals on wheels and caring support sevices to older and vulnerable people throughout Herts since 2007
Hertfordshire Independent Living Service Description
Hertfordshire Independent Living Service (HILS) is a not-for-profit, charitable, Social Enterprise that was established in 2007 to provide meals on wheels and caring services for people in Hertfordshire, to support their independence. We deliver meals to approximately 2, 000 clients every day, offering a 365 day service across Hertfordshire.
HCM has been awarded Social Enterprise of the Year at both the 2014 Hertfordshire and 2014 National Business Awards. We are delighted that social business is being recognised.
Please watch the following video to find out more about us: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=DBqxZxKeUhA
Clients can receive County Council-subsidised meals if they meet certain criteria but we also accept other clients. Our customer service teams will be happy to advise you about the service in your area. You can contact them via the telephone numbers below:
1) Our Hemel Hempstead site serves Berkhamstead, Borehamwood, Bushey, Dacorum, Hemel Hempstead, Hertsmere, Three Rivers, Tring and Watford
Hammer Lane, Adeyfield, HP2 4EU
Phone: 01442 243352
2) Our Letchworth site serves North Herts and Stevenage
Green Lane One, Blackhorse Road, SG6 1HB
Phone: 01462 678423
3) Our St Albans site serves Bricket Wood, Harpenden, Hatfield, Potters Bar, Redbourn and St Albans
Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, AL3 5BU
Phone: 01727 847264
4) Our Ware site serves Broxbourne, East Herts, Welwyn Garden City and Welwyn
Gentlemen's Field, SG12 0EF
Phone: 01920 333030
To find out more e. g. apply for meals, book a room at our Jubilee Centre in St. Albans or find out how you can work for us, please visit our website at http://www. hertscommunitymeals. co. uk /
You can also follow us on Twitter at: http://www. twitter.com/HertsComMeals /
. . . and Flickr at: http://www. flickr.com/photos /hertscommeals /
Reviews
Conditions such as Diabetes can have a huge impact on our eyes! Maintaining regular eye checks is a great way to keep track of your eye health.
In partnership with A1Optician Ltd, HILS offer FREE eye screening in the comfort of your own home, for more details on eligibility click here: https://hertsindependentliving.org/home-e ye-testing-service/
We often link growing older with getting thinner, but this shouldn't be the case! Using skimmed milk powder to fortify food and drinks is an easy 'weigh', to increase calories and tackle unintentional weight loss....see what we did there 😉 https://youtu.be/kS9VgVCMzi8
As the weather gets warmer sometimes a nice cool lunch is all we need, this spring-summer our clients can enjoy chilled salads instead of hot meals. From Tuna and coleslaw to Ham or Cheese, our traditional salads are the perfect treat 😀 Click here: (link: http://ow.ly/97tV50twhgl) ow.ly/97tV50twhgl
Not only is #dementia important to our organisation, it also affects the lives of our team members. Karen has worked with us for three years supporting the older community as one of our Nutrition and wellbeing Visitors. But outside of work, Karen cares for her mum Joyce who was diagnosed with dementia two years ago. Here is their story. #DAW19 #askusanything
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytC0iNHli Kk&t=2s
What a heartwarming way to kick start Dementia Action Week 2019! This week we'll be joining the conversation by sharing some amazing stories from our clients living with dementia. Stay tuned! #AskUsAnything https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYnI_L3mH 00
Just one more day to go until the Tea party & Fete, we can't wait to see you there!
Tea, cakes, fun & laughter...What more could you ask for?! Our partners Hertswise Dementia have a fansatic event lined up in celebration of Dementia Action Week. You'll enjoy an afternoon of tea, cakes, raffle, welly wanging, penalty shoot out and much much more! Join us on Thursday 23rd May at The Chesunt Club, bring a loved one and enjoy this fun filled day in support of those living with Dementia.
We're going to be at the North Herts and Stevenage connections event on Thursday 30th May!
We'll be talking in detail about all the services we offer and it's a great opportunity to find out about the other amazing services operating in your area.
Hope to see you there!
Dogs for good, is an amazing opportunity for people living with Dementia to enjoy with the friends, family and loved ones! Guests will enjoy the company of fully trained. friendly dogs and light refreshments. To book your place contact Samantha Dukelow: 0300 123 4044 or 07376423541
While we always aim to keep our clients happy, healthy and independent, offering peace of mind to their loved ones is just as important to us!
“Loneliness can occur at any age. It is heart-warming that with your help, Maureen and I can now share a friendship such as ours.” Chronic isolation is said to impact more than one million people over the age of 75 across the UK! Read about how Clair and Maureen met at our Love your Community event by clicking here: https://hertsindependentliving.org/…/fl ourishing-friendshi…/
Don’t forget to book your place for our Easter Celebration!
Come and join us for our Celebration Day at The Jubilee Centre on Tuesday 23rd April 2019! You'll enjoy a two-course meal, quizzes and an easter egg raffle.
Spaces are limited so pop down the Jubilee Centre to purchase your ticket by Thursday 18th April.
Be sure to tell a friend!
While the weather might be a little behind, our Spring-Summer menu is launching today! Our meals on wheels clients can now enjoy refreshing salads and delicious Ice-cream sundaes, to view the full menu or request a free trial click here: https://hertsindependentliving.org/our-fo od/
Did you know HILS can provide and install Keysafes? Starting from £66, this small, safe and secure metal box could be a great solution for people that may struggle to remember their key! For more details or to book an installation call: 0330 2000 103
Meet Lilian Strange, former Mayor of Stevenage – and new fitness fan! We're celebrating the one year anniversary of our Active Ageing service and we're delighted to share with you the positive impact this programme is having on our clients. Follow the link to read Lilian's story: http://ow.ly/AGk830on5S3
Exciting times here at HILS! Last week we were thrilled to have been awarded “Scale-up Business of the Year” at the FSB East of England awards 🎉
It's #thirstythursday! Fortified drinks are the perfect way to stay hydrated and increase your calorie intake. Why not try this tasty milkshake for yourself or an older loved one! For help on making fortified milk, watch our handy video here 👉 ow.ly/PnaI50p0pav