Your guide to living well at home
Clear, practical guidance to help you understand your options, stay informed, and make confident decisions for yourself or someone you support.
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Latest guides & insights
Explore insights on everyday wellbeing, support at home, and practical topics that help you stay informed.
Guides
Settling in: Your first week with an ilarna Personal Assistant
The first week of home support is a journey of discovery. It’s when a new person becomes a familiar face and a new schedule starts to feel like a natural rhythm. From the “Grand Tour” to that first shared cup of tea, discover how to build a trusting relationship with your ilarna Personal Assistant from day one.
Guides
Managing your support day to day: what stays in your hands
Once support begins, many people find that what matters most isn’t a label or a contract. It’s how visits fit into the flow of everyday life. Small choices (like the timing of a morning cup of tea or how you like the kitchen organised) are what help support feel natural rather than intrusive.
Guides
Hourly vs. live-in support: which is right for you?
When you start exploring support at home, one of the first questions is often about presence. Would a few hours a week make daily life feel easier, or would having someone based in your home feel more reassuring?
Interactive Wellbeing Tools
Evaluate your needs with our self-assessment quizzes
5 Nutrition Tips for Energy
Unsure what kind of help might be useful? Take this quick self-check to explore common signs and options.
Wellness Check-In
Reflect on your lifestyle, nutrition, movement, and daily routines to receive personalised suggestions.
Real Stories & Community Trends
Insights from real experiences, emerging trends, and what’s shaping life at home.
Case Study
How Martin found independence again after hospital
A story about navigating changing support needs while maintaining independence.
Research
The Value of Community Support
How local groups and social connections contribute to wellbeing.
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Technology at Home: What’s Changing?
A look at simple tools helping people stay connected and confident at home.