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Associated Press
19-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Hemby Brings a Nordic Community-Based Approach to Home Care in London
London, England, United Kingdom, May 19, 2025 -- First came Hygge, the Danish art of cosiness. Then Fika, the Swedish version of afternoon tea. Now, another Nordic concept is making waves in London, but this time in the elderly care scene. Hemby, a community-based model for everyday support for the elderly, has launched in the UK capital, aiming to provide a fresh, neighbourly approach to home help for seniors. Community-Based Care 'We believe in community-based care, where people help each other out, just like in the old village days,' says Richard Nordstrom, founder of Hemby. 'Our service connects people who want to help with those who need help, all within the same area or neighbourhood.' Hemby, which means 'home village' in Scandinavian languages, is built on a simple yet powerful idea: to strengthen local communities so people can support one another. In a city where neighbours often barely know each other, Hemby has created an innovative digital platform that connects seniors with trusted helpers from their own community. A Care Service Built for Family The creation of Hemby was driven by a personal frustration with the state of elderly care. When Richard's mother needed support, he realised that existing services were insufficient. The main issues were frequent changes in carers and unreliable visit schedules. Visits were often rushed and lasted only 10 to 15 minutes, leaving family members with little insight into the care provided. At Hemby, visits are relaxed and unhurried, allowing seniors to build a relationship with their helper. 'When the same person is visiting, there's no need to explain preferences or routines every time. Plus, because the helpers are from the local area, less time is wasted on travel,' says Richard. With real-time updates, family members now have clear visibility and peace of mind about the care their loved ones are receiving. Care Provider in London While Hemby's CQC approval process is underway, the company is already bringing its community-based approach to home care in London. Hemby offers everyday help and companionship care to seniors, connecting them with trusted helpers from their local area. By connecting helpers with seniors in their own neighbourhoods, Hemby is redefining modern senior care, bringing back a sense of local community to everyday life. The company takes pride in its careful selection of helpers, with fewer than 5% of applicants meeting its strict criteria. This selective process helps ensure high-quality care, and Hemby has received positive feedback from the thousands of clients served in Finland and Germany, with an impressive customer satisfaction rating of 4.9/5. Hemby's Growing Presence in Europe Having established a strong presence in Finland and Germany, Hemby is now offering services in London. Hemby's mission to provide accessible, neighbourhood-based care remains at the heart of its operations. With experience in supporting thousands of seniors across Europe, Hemby looks forward to helping more people live independently with local, reliable support here in the UK. Contact Info: Name: Hemby Ltd Email: Send Email Organization: Hemby Ltd Phone: 0808 160 7399 Website: Release ID: 89160365 Should there be any problems, inaccuracies, or doubts arising from the content provided in this press release that require attention or if a press release needs to be taken down, we urge you to notify us immediately by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our efficient team will promptly address your concerns within 8 hours, taking necessary steps to rectify identified issues or assist with the removal process. Providing accurate and dependable information is central to our commitment.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Dothan education pioneer dies, family remembers impact on community
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — One Wiregrass family is cherishing the memories and ever lasting impact that one former Dothan educator left on thousands of people and students in the community. James Hemby passed away at 91 years old, surrounded by his family. Carla Woodall and Beth Hembey, James' daughters, remember their father as not only a spectacular dad, but a revolutionary educator. 'We are definitely sad and I know he will be missed but he had such a long full life that we cant be totally sad,' said Hemby. Time Youth Dothan open Time Teen Center for middle and high school age students Family says he had been dealing with dementia over at least the last five years, but they say you wouldn't have ever known as he didn't let it slow him down one bit. 'He loved to get in the yard and blow leaves and ride around, he still recognized everywhere he was going, his schedule he loved to go to McDonald's and eat his breakfast and watch all the cars and construction,' said Woodall. Hemby was a Slocomb native where he grew up and graduated from Slocomb high school before going to Auburn University. Shortly after graduating, he joined the Army, but Hemby is mostly known for his time as an educator in Dothan City Schools where he served as a teacher, mentor supervisor and school board chairman spending over four decades with the school system. 'We've had times where we are out in public and people say oh your dad is the best teacher,' said Hemby. 'Forest Gump' actor performs with band at Fort Novosel's Spring Fest Family believes he is the pioneer of vocational education. He's credited for being the first career tech director, crafting and laying the foundation for the Dothan Tech Center that exists today. 'Even back then 75 percent of students were not going to college they were going to the workforce and Hemby had the vision to recognize that and help students,' said DCS Superintendent Dennis Coe. 'Daddy equipped students for life,' said Hemby. His children say outside of education, he loved to fish and he loved big, students, teachers, friends and family 'Daddy never grew up, he was like a kid at heart and we got blessed with the ultimate girl dad and he was our biggest cheerleader,' said Woodall. He leaves behind a wife, two daughters and grandchildren and great grandchildren Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
