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13/11/2026

Is it a stim or a compulsion?

For young people who have both autism and OCD, the two can look almost identical: tapping, repeating, lining things up, touching things a certain way. But they come from very different places, and they need very different responses.

A stim usually soothes, regulates or brings joy. A compulsion is usually driven by anxiety and a feeling that something bad will happen if it is not done. Getting this right matters, because stopping a stim can cause distress, while gently accommodating a compulsion can make OCD stronger over time.

Part 2 of our ASD & OCD series walks parents, carers and professionals through how to tell the difference, with practical examples.

Read it here: https://peachcareservices.com/stims-vs-compulsions-asd-ocd/

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10/11/2026

"Calm down!" is the one phrase that almost never calms anyone down.

When an autistic young person reaches crisis point, the thinking brain goes offline. What helps is fewer words, a quieter voice and one calm adult.

Part 4 of our ASD & OCD series is live: Crisis Communication & Verbal De-escalation Scripts. Inside:
✅ The 5 stages of a crisis, and your job at each one
✅ Word-for-word scripts for meltdowns, shutdowns and OCD panic
✅ A crisis pocket card to save on your phone
✅ How to repair things afterwards

👉 https://f.mtr.cool/xc4bbbbp40


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30/10/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at Peach Care!

Wishing everyone a safe and spooky weekend. If you're expecting trick-or-treaters, spare a thought for older neighbours who may find lots of knocks at the door unsettling after dark.

A friendly check-in, or a "no trick-or-treaters, thank you" sign on their door, can go a long way.


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29/10/2026

Our October Newsletter is out!

Santa's Grotto is back on Friday 18 December. Tickets are £5, with every penny going to Harry's Rainbow, a Milton Keynes charity supporting bereaved children.

This month we also celebrate Black History Month and our wonderful team, and congratulate Ndidiamaka, our Staff of the Month, who has just passed her driving test too.

Inside: our journey to Outstanding, winter wellbeing tips, how to donate raffle prizes and October birthdays.

Read it here: https://peachcareservices.com/october-2026-newsletter/

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26/10/2026

Looking for work that really matters?

We're welcoming kind, reliable carers to join our team in Milton Keynes.

- From £13.45 an hour
- Paid mileage and travel time
- Full training and ongoing support
- A friendly team that has your back

No experience? No problem. If you've got a caring heart, we'll help with the rest.

Apply in 60 seconds: https://f.mtr.cool/t5e9o1v1ab


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15/10/2026

Our new jobs board is LIVE! 🎉

Want a job where someone's face lights up when you walk through the door? We're hiring across Milton Keynes, and applying has never been easier.

👉 Pick your role
👉 Answer 5 quick questions
👉 Add your CV (or a photo of it!)

That's it. About 60 seconds, no account, no long forms.

Now hiring:
• Care Assistants – from £13.45/hr
• Weekend Support Workers
• Live-in Carers – £800 to £1,300/week
• SEND Childcare Specialists
• Care Team Leader – from £26,500 + bonuses

No experience? No problem. We'll train you fully, pay your mileage and travel time, and back you every step of the way.

Apply now: https://peachcareservices.com/care-jobs-milton-keynes/?utm_source=facebook

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Care jobs in Milton Keynes from £13.45 an hour. Full training, paid travel and flexible hours. Apply in 60 seconds and join our award-winning team.

14/10/2026

Different cultures, languages and life stories, one caring team. 🖤

This Black History Month, we're celebrating the people who make Peach Care what it is. Our carers bring warmth, wisdom and lived experience from all over the world, and the families we support are richer for it.

Thank you, team, for everything you bring through every front door.

12/10/2026

"She looked forward to every visit."

For many older people living alone, the hardest part of the day isn't a task. It's the quiet.

Our new blog looks at:
- 5 quiet signs a loved one may be lonely, with a quick tick-box check
- Small things you can do this week, plus conversation starters that beat "How are you?"
- How a regular, familiar carer becomes a friendly face

Read it here: https://f.mtr.cool/pkk0kxa21i

Know someone who'd find it helpful? Please share.

10/10/2026

You can't pour from an empty cup. 💚

This World Mental Health Day, we're also thinking about the people who care for others every single day: our amazing carers.

Care work is rewarding, but it can be demanding too. In our blog, we look at what really causes stress, simple solutions that work, and how we support our team at Peach Care.

📖 Read it here: https://f.mtr.cool/cvg8zxkqnw

Whether you're a carer, a family carer or simply juggling a busy life, we hope it helps. Look after yourself today. 💛


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Learn evidence-based strategies for managing stress and avoiding burnout. Discover how Peach Care Services supports the well-being of our Milton Keynes team.

10/10/2026

A cup of tea and a proper chat can lift a whole day. ☕

Today is World Mental Health Day. If there's an older neighbour, relative or friend who lives alone, why not pop round or give them a call this weekend? Loneliness is real, and so is kindness. 💛

If someone you love could do with a little more company and support at home, our carers across Milton Keynes are here to help.

📞 Book a Free Assessment: 01908 686 869


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