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Having a cleaner

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Luckygirl3 Tue 17-Feb-26 20:18:36

We have a chat and I make her a drink. I tell her anything that I particularly need doing. She trots off and does upstairs while I get on with stuff, then I go in the living room while she does the kitchen, then vice versa.
Works fine. She comes 2 hours every 2 weeks. She has become a friend and is a big support. She is one jump ahead and predicts what I might need. Had to call ambulance for me on one occasion (I have a heart problem) and whilst the paramedics were doing their thing she was busy packing me a bag and knew exactly what I would need.

Sadgrandma Tue 17-Feb-26 20:13:57

I’m going to be having a cleaner for the first time as I’ve finally decided that I need a bit of help. I am wondering though what do you do while your cleaner is working as I think I might feel a bit awkward sitting around and watching her!