We hear about and see daily the wrongs of the world and there certainly are plenty; in the midst of such global heartache, we mustn’t forget the triumph of the human spirit when one person extends a caring hand to another.

What a great act you and your family are providing for your neighbor; I hope all who read this article draw from its inspirational points! It's often the smallest acts of kindness that reinforce hope in today's modern world!

Thank-you so much for posting, Eva.

Kay-c

Thank you, Kay-c!

It's amazing, too, how much more meaning your own life takes on when you reach out to others.

I couldn't agree more!

There's a natural part of us that is replenished when we give back.

Kay-c

Eva,

What a wonderful gift you and your husband are giving to your neighbor.

Make no mistake, you are giving her peace - and peace in anyones life can make a HUGE difference.

I live in a very rural community and there are many elderly here. Most are in homes that have been in their families for generations and none of them want to move into assisted living.

8 months ago, my mother in law and I turned what you are doing now into a small business. Our rates are lower than the local house cleaning services, and we provide services that go far beyond theirs.

We do everything from cleaning and decluttering to errands - little things like changing light bulbs, window shades, heater filters or taking them to hair appointments up to larger things like banking or grocery shopping.

I adore our clients. They just want to live in their own homes, but as you stated, some things just get beyond them as they grow older.

They also love the company, chatting as we work - and let me tell you, I've met some amazing people that I now consider friends.

I love this job more than anything I've ever done - after years of being Suzy corporate, I've finally find my niche.

What a wonderful business, Tink! You know you’ve found your niche when you would do it even if you didn’t get paid.

"You know you’ve found your niche when you would do it even if you didn’t get paid."

Bingo!

That's exactly what got us started, just helping out neighbors.

We turned it into part time (3 days a week)business. We're now at 29 clients spread over 5 mornings per week.

We'd have the clients to do this full time, but part time is plenty for us. Mentally, it doesn't feel like work, but our bodies tell us it is.

I love it though - making a difference to someone's life.

That's fantastic! Very encouraging. We live in a mobile home park with a lot of elderly people. I'll tell my hubby about your business. He's an entrepreneur at heart, and along with his love of helping people, he could start up something wonderful! Thanks, Tink!