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Broomsticks offers an award winning finish on construction, refurb or fit-out projects “I love the name!” is the common reaction Director Claire Boulding receives when she introduces her business, Broomsticks, to other people.
polishing it to its original blemishfree finish. (Contaminants being paint, grout, plaster, glue, silicone, brick mortar etc where they shouldn’t be).
“But we really are way more than just sweeper-uppers!” says Claire, who established the premium housekeeping company in 2016.
Is detailing the same as cleaning? No. Whilst a clean is meant to remove basic day-to-day dirt and debris from a property, detailing goes several steps further, helping to maintain and maximise the quality, finish and overall value of the property.
“Our reputation and determination to deliver unrivalled service and standards has modestly led us to where we are today – now led by our rigorously trained, fully employed and professional construction cleaning and property detailing team who sit within the heart of our company.” Described as forensic in their approach to their work, they won the award for Best Cleaning Business in Kent at the England Business Awards 2023.
“We offer this as standard practice on all construction, refurb and fit-out projects,” adds Claire. So what is property detailing? “Detailing keeps a property in its best possible cosmetic condition,” explains Claire.
This is achieved by delicately and meticulously removing both visible and invisible contaminants from the property’s internal and external surfaces, fixtures and fittings, and
“We’d welcome the opportunity to show you what we could be delivering to your projects in 2024.” www.broomsticks-housekeeping.co.uk
Universal Wellbeing Contract plans to combat loneliness In a world where loneliness poses a substantial risk to health, the Universal Wellbeing Contract, managed by Social Enterprise Kent in collaboration with Kent County Council, is designed as a preventative proactive community health intervention.
Focusing on the communities of Thanet and the south Kent coast including Cliftonville, Dover, Folkestone, and Romney Marsh, this initiative addresses the pressing issue of deteriorating health in individuals aged 55 and above or those with complex needs.
The World Health Organisation underscores physical inactivity, linking it to prevalent noncommunicable diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Additionally, Brigham Young University draws a striking parallel, equating the health impact of social isolation and loneliness to smoking 15 cigarettes daily.
As East Kent grapples with an ageing demographic, surpassing 30 per cent of the population, the Universal Wellbeing Contract endeavours to reverse the trend through an array of engaging activities designed to combat loneliness and redefine the perception of ageing.
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From the thrill of clip and climb to the cultural richness of Japanese drumming and Spanish lessons, the Contract not only offers a diverse range of activities but also fosters a sense of community and connection. Through firsthand accounts describing these experiences as not merely enjoyable but genuinely “life-changing”, the initiative stands as a testament to the power of tailored, community-based interventions. In essence, the Universal Wellbeing Contract exemplifies a resounding commitment to enhancing the health and vitality of communities. https://sekgroup.org.uk
As East Kent grapples with an ageing demographic, surpassing 30 per cent of the population, the Universal Wellbeing Contract endeavours to reverse the trend through an array of engaging activities designed to combat loneliness and redefine the perception of ageing.
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