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26/10/2026

💔 Remembering Sammi - A beautiful soul, a dear friend, and a light in our community. 💔

There are some posts you never want to have to write, and this is one of them. Admittedly , its taken me longer to bring myself to write this than id like but its important i do this, especially since ive struggled to find the words to say to her loved ones.

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the heartbreaking news that Sammi has passed away following her battle with cancer.

Sammi was so much more than a friend to us at NeuroClean. She was part of our extended family, a founding member of LilyAnne’s Wellbeing Café, and an incredible woman who gave so much of herself to the people around her. She was a friend to me personally, a friend to our team, and someone who supported us, believed in us, laughed with us, and brought so much love and light into our lives.

Even while facing her own struggles, Sammi had this beautiful way of bringing smiles to other people's faces. She showed up for people. She offered support, shared laughter, spread kindness, and made people feel that little bit less alone. She was an incredible part of our Hartlepool community, and the impact she made cannot be measured simply by the things she did, but by the people she touched along the way.

At NeuroClean, we talk a lot about the importance of seeing the person, not just their circumstances. Sammi embodied so much of what that means. She was a reminder of how much one person can give to the world simply by being themselves, by caring, by showing up, and by bringing a little light into someone else's day, even when life isn't being kind to them.

I feel incredibly grateful to have been one of the people lucky enough to know her, to share laughter with her, to receive her support, and to have her as part of my life. I will always treasure that. It hurts deeply to know that someone who gave so much warmth to others has left us with such an enormous space to fill.

Our hearts are with her wonderful husband Trevor, her sister-in-law Angela, her incredible son and daughter, her wider family, and every single person who loved her. To Trevor, Angela, and the children, I want you to know that you are surrounded by so much love. We are thinking of you, holding you in our hearts, and sending you more love than words can possibly express. There are no words that can make a loss like this easier, but we hope you feel just how deeply Sammi was loved and how many lives she touched.

To everyone who knew Sammi, whether through LilyAnne’s, the wider Hartlepool community, or your own personal connection with her, we know that you will each be carrying your own memories, stories, laughter, and heartbreak. We hope those memories bring you comfort when the pain feels too heavy, and that you continue to share them, because a life that brought so much joy deserves to be remembered with love.

Today, NeuroClean mourns the loss of a friend, a supporter, a community champion, and a truly beautiful human being. We mourn her personally and professionally, because the people we meet along this journey are never just names, jobs, or connections. They become part of our story, and Sammi will always be part of ours.

Thank you, Sammi, for the love you gave, the laughter you shared, the kindness you showed, and the light you brought into so many lives. Thank you for being you. Hartlepool is a little dimmer without you, but the warmth you left behind will continue to shine through every person who was lucky enough to know you.

Rest peacefully, Sammi. You were loved more than you could ever have known, and you will be missed more than words can say. ❤️🕊️

With all our love,
Maverick and everyone at NeuroClean x

11/09/2026

They say your life can change in a split second... and on Tuesday morning at 9am, on the morning of my 27th birthday, mine did.

I was involved in a car crash. My car is completely written off, my birthday definitely didn't go how I'd planned, and honestly... it was terrifying. But I'm okay, I'm recovering well, and as of yesterday, I'm officially back at work.

And if I'm being completely honest, this week has left me feeling an absolutely ridiculous amount of gratitude. A few years ago, my life looked VERY different. I didn't have the support network I have now. I didn't have the people around me that I have now. I didn't have the friendships, relationships, connections, family support and community that I have now.

I've worked really hard to build those things, and this week has shown me that while I've been busy building those relationships, they've been busy building one right back around me. 💯

So I want to take a minute to say some very, very big thank yous.

❤️ To my incredible clients

To every client who got a cancellation call or message and didn't care about the cancelled appointment... you cared about whether I was okay. That meant more than I can explain. And to the clients I saw yesterday who handed me birthday cards instead of complaints about the appointments I'd had to cancel... honestly, you have my heart. 🥰

I came back to work expecting to feel like I needed to apologise for disrupting everyone's week, and instead I was met with people asking how I was, checking I was okay and just being genuinely lovely humans. I'll remember that.

❤️ To the client who basically wouldn't let me overdo it yesterday

Thank you for giving me the world's tiniest list of easy jobs and refusing to let me do anything else 😂 And then sending me home with something to eat so I couldn't go home and immediately ignore you and overdo it anyway. You know me too well already. 😂❤️

❤️ To my newest client

Imagine meeting someone for the first time while they're still recovering from a car crash. 😂 You knew I was still recovering, but you still welcomed me into your home for our very first session. You laughed with me, encouraged me, and let me have full "bragging rights" over what we managed to achieve together. Thank you for making what could have been a very strange first session feel completely normal. It was exactly what I needed. ❤️

❤️ To my amazing NeuroClean staff

You lot absolutely stepped up. You contacted clients for me, managed things, kept the work moving and basically made sure everything kept ticking along while I was dealing with the aftermath of the crash. And then, when I was finally ready to see people again, you turned up with the CUTEST birthday gift basket because I'd completely missed out on celebrating my birthday. 🥹❤️

I genuinely couldn't be prouder of the team I've built. NeuroClean might be my business, but it isn't something I can or want to carry completely on my own anymore. Having people I trust enough to step in when I can't is something I will never take for granted.

❤️ To my family

Thank you for coming to get me from the crash, helping me get all my stuff out of my written-off car, and immediately making getting me another car a priority THAT SAME DAY. Because you know that for me, a car isn't just a car. It's my freedom, it's how I get to my clients, it's how I work, and it's how I do the job I love.

You didn't let me sit there worrying about losing any of that. You just got on with helping me sort it. I am so grateful for you. 💖

❤️ And a massive, very special shout-out to Angela at LilyAnne's Wellbeing

You deserve your own paragraph. 😂❤️ Thank you for giving me somewhere to go and just... process. For listening to me, validating what I was feeling, reminding me of the things I needed reminding of and letting me be overwhelmed without trying to make me stop being overwhelmed. For the Red Bull because apparently THAT is what it takes to calm and regulate my ADHD brain 😂 and for the hug. That hug mattered.

Especially because you were already overworked and overwhelmed yourself, and you still made space for me. I won't forget that. ❤️

And then there's the bigger thing this whole experience has made me think about.

People matter.

Like... really matter.

When something goes wrong, it's the people around you that show up. The people who pick you up, feed you, check you're okay, let you rant, make you laugh when you're probably not quite ready to laugh yet, tell you to sit down when you're convinced you're absolutely fine and can definitely do another job 😂 and the people who just... show up.

A few years ago, I didn't have that. And I think that's probably one of the reasons NeuroClean became what it is. Because I know what it feels like when life gets too much and you don't have enough support around you. I know how much difference it makes when someone comes along and doesn't judge you for where you are. That's EXACTLY what I want NeuroClean to be for people.

For some of our clients, we genuinely become part of their support network. We're the person coming into their home when everything feels overwhelming. We're the person helping when they've run out of energy, time, capacity or just don't know where to start.

But for other clients, what we're doing is giving them the space to build their own support network. If we can take some of the pressure off at home, maybe that gives someone enough energy to see their friend, visit their family, go to an appointment, get involved in something they enjoy, actually leave the house, build friendships, maintain relationships and have a life outside of the four walls of their home. That is so much bigger than cleaning.

This week has reminded me just how important it is to have people. Not perfect people. Not people who always know exactly what to say. Just people who show up. People who care. People who make you feel like you don't have to deal with everything on your own. I am unbelievably lucky to have those people now.
My clients. My staff. My family. My friends. My connections. My community.

A few years ago, I didn't have this. I've worked incredibly hard to build these relationships... and this week showed me that they've worked pretty damn hard to build something around me too. ❤️

So yes, my 27th birthday involved a car crash, a written-off car and absolutely none of the birthday plans I had in mind. 😂 But it also reminded me of just how loved, supported and lucky I am.

And honestly?

I'll take that.

Thank you to every person who checked in, helped me, listened to me, fed me, hugged me, made me laugh, covered for me, worried about me, rearranged things for me or just sent me a message to make sure I was okay.

I love and appreciate you more than I can probably put into words.

And here's to 27. 🥂❤️✨

- Maverick, Founder of NeuroClean

21/08/2026

An important and heartfelt update regarding our NeuroClean rates 🤍

To our wonderful community, clients, and friends: I am writing to share some news that I have delayed for as long as possible. Since the start of this year, I have been trying everything to find another way, but to ensure we can keep being here for you, we have to make a difficult change to our pricing.

Starting from Monday 21st September, our discounted rate for standard services will increase from £15 to £16.50 per hour. (Please note, there are no plans at this time to raise our full-rate service cost or hazard clean costs).

Why we have to do this:

As many of you know, we are deeply committed to being a Living Wage employer to look after our amazing team, who are all First Aid trained and Enhanced DBS checked to keep you safe. Alongside this, the costs of fuel, insurance, and products have risen so much. We initially hoped our full-rate work would partially fund our discounted rate, but because we keep our criteria so generous to help as many people as possible, almost everyone accessing NeuroClean qualifies for the discount.

A small note on specialist products:

From 21st September, we are also introducing a small, extra fee if a job requires specialist products or heavy build-up cleaning (like heavy limescale, oven cleaning, or lots of extra rubbish bags). For discounted-rate clients, this will be £2. For full-rate clients, this will be £4. This fee is actually cheaper than buying the products yourself, but you don't have to pay it. If you already have safe, effective products at home that you are happy for us to use, or if you prefer to buy your own, we are more than happy to use them and the charge will not be added!

We are here for you, alwaysI truly understand and validate that any price increase can make things difficult, and I haven't taken this decision lightly. Your well-being is the most important thing to us. If you genuinely cannot afford this small product fee but your home needs that specialist work, please, please talk to us. We would love you to reach out so we can waive the fee where possible—we never want you to go without support.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your endless warmth, trust, and understanding.

27/07/2026

Love the work NeuroClean does? Want to be a part of it? 💙

At NeuroClean, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, supported and respected in their own home. Every day, we work alongside people from all walks of life - many facing challenges such as disability, neurodivergence, mental health struggles, hoarding, addiction, homelessness, domestic abuse and other difficult life circumstances.

We're looking for compassionate people who want to make a genuine difference.

This is more than just cleaning. Some days you'll be carrying out wellbeing check-in visits, other days you'll be helping prepare homes for new tenants through move-out cleans, or supporting our private clients with the person-centred cleaning service NeuroClean is known for.

We're recruiting men and women on a zero-hours contract. Flexibility is essential, as shifts will vary depending on client needs.

We're especially interested in hearing from people who:

💙 Are kind, non-judgemental and open-minded.
💙 Are reliable, trustworthy and supportive.
💙 Enjoy helping others and find purpose in making a positive difference.
💙 Can adapt to different people, environments and situations.

Drivers are preferred as travelling between clients is part of the role. However, we also welcome applications from people who don't drive, provided you're happy to travel as a passenger with colleagues where possible and use public transport when needed.

Experience is helpful, but your attitude, compassion and willingness to learn matter far more to us.

If you're looking for meaningful work where every day gives you the opportunity to improve someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send us a message through Facebook and a little about yourself.

Help us clean homes, reduce stress, restore dignity and remind people they don't have to face life's challenges alone.

02/06/2026

🏠💚 EXCITING NEWS - A NEW PROJECT WITH REAL IMPACT! 💚🏠

I'm incredibly excited to share that NeuroClean has been invited to support an amazing housing project that helps people move into stable accommodation after experiencing homelessness, hardship, family crisis, and other difficult life circumstances.
For many people, being housed is only the first step. Often they move into an empty property with very few belongings, meaning they still face huge challenges when trying to rebuild their lives and create a home.

That's where we come in.

I'm now collecting donations of clean, usable household items to help turn empty houses into homes and give people the fresh start they deserve.

Many of my clients have been decluttering recently, and I know a lot of my ADHD followers are constantly uncovering cupboards full of duplicate kitchen gadgets, spare bedding, unused household items, and things they've completely forgotten they own! If you've been meaning to clear some space, this is a fantastic opportunity to help someone while reducing your own clutter.

Items we're especially looking for:

Duvets
Pillows
Bedding
Pots and pans
Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Plates, bowls and cups
Cleaning products
Unopened hygiene items
Bathroom essentials
Curtains
Rugs and door mats
Small lamps
Kitchen gadgets
Children's bedroom items and decorations
Small furniture items (must fit in a car)
And other useful household essentials

🛏️ A special request to local bedding businesses:

If you own or work for a bedding, furniture or homeware business and have excess stock, discontinued lines, unsold duvets, pillows or other household essentials, I'd love to have a conversation. Whether that's a donation or a heavily discounted rate on surplus stock, it could make a huge difference to people starting over.

🚗 Collection available from Hartlepool and Middlesbrough

As this is an ongoing project, please don't worry if you don't have anything right now. If you're having a clear out next week, next month, or six months from now, just drop me a message. The need for household items will continue as more people are supported into accommodation.

Every pan, pillow, plate, blanket and rug helps transform an empty property into a place someone can finally call home.

If you'd like to donate, know a business that may be able to help, or want more information, please get in touch.

❤️ Together we can help people move forward with dignity, comfort and hope. ❤️

01/06/2026

Over the last few months, I've realised there's still a misunderstanding about what NeuroClean actually does, so I wanted to explain why some of the work we do takes longer than people might expect.

A client recently told me that a family member was concerned about why he still needs 4 hours per week and why his hours haven't been reduced yet, because their cleaners never needed that much time.

The truth is, those cleaners and NeuroClean provide very different services.

Traditional cleaning services are usually focused on cleaning tasks. They come in, clean the home, and leave. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that - many people only need a cleaner.

NeuroClean is often working with people who need far more than that.

When I work with someone, I may be:

- Cleaning
- Deep cleaning
- Housekeeping
- Tidying
- Organising
- Decluttering
- Supporting someone through decision making
- Identifying the reasons a home became overwhelming
- Creating systems that work with ADHD, autism, mental health struggles, disability, trauma, chronic illness, addiction recovery, burnout or executive dysfunction
- Supporting people to attend appointments
- Helping with forms and services
- Taking donations to charity shops
- Doing tip runs
- Providing peer support
- Helping people build routines
- Teaching skills that increase independence
- Being a safe, non-judgemental person to talk to
- Helping people reconnect with their community and support networks

The goal isn't just to make a house look clean for a week.

The goal is to help create lasting change so the person living there feels safer, more comfortable, more independent, and more able to maintain their environment long-term.

Sometimes reducing hours too early can undo months of progress.

A home becoming overwhelming is often a symptom, not the root problem.

If you only clean the symptom, the overwhelm usually returns.

If you address the causes behind it, the improvements last much longer.

People often ask why NeuroClean sessions can take several hours. The simple answer is because we're not just cleaning. We're helping people rebuild systems, confidence, routines and quality of life.

For anyone wondering about the financial side of things, I think it's important to understand what these services would often cost if hired separately.

Approximate UK hourly costs for equivalent services:

- Support Worker: £25-£32 per hour
- Housekeeper: £15-£25 per hour
- Domestic Cleaner: £15-£25 per hour
- Deep Cleaning Specialist: £20-£30+ per hour
- Professional Organiser / Decluttering Service: £35-£90+ per hour
- Donation Drop-Off / Tip Run Services: £20-£40+ per hour
- Peer Support Services: £20-£50+ per hour
Counselling / Talk Therapy: £50-£100+ per hour
- ADHD Coaching: £75-£150+ per hour
- Autism Coaching / Specialist Support: £50-£120+ per hour

Combined, those services can easily exceed £300 per hour when purchased individually.

NeuroClean currently provides support that often overlaps with all of these areas while charging £15 per hour on discounted rates and £18 per hour on standard rates.

But honestly, the biggest value isn't financial.

The biggest value is the human side of it.

- It's somebody checking in when you've isolated yourself.

- It's somebody helping you through a shutdown, burnout or overwhelming week.

- It's reducing shame.

- It's helping someone feel comfortable inviting family into their home again.

- It's supporting recovery.

- It's helping somebody stay housed.

- It's increasing independence.

- It's creating routines that actually work for neurodivergent brains.

- It's helping people regain control of spaces that once caused distress, anxiety and embarrassment.

- It's building trust.

- It's community.

- It's practical support combined with emotional support.

- It's knowing that somebody sees you as a person, not just a cleaning job.

NeuroClean was never created to be "just a cleaning service."

It was created because many people need support that sits in the gap between cleaning, support work, advocacy, organisation, coaching and community care.

That work takes time.

And when it's done properly, it changes far more than just the appearance of a home.

19/05/2026

Some of you may have noticed that NeuroClean talks openly about neurodivergence, chronic overwhelm, burnout, sensory struggles and the way our homes often reflect our physical and mental health.

Over time, I’ve also started noticing something else.

A lot of my neurodivergent clients seem to share traits, symptoms or diagnoses linked to three conditions that are often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, overlooked or dismissed:

- PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
- PoTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
- Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder / hEDS

Research is increasingly showing overlap and co-morbidity between autism, ADHD and these conditions.

This post is NOT medical advice and I am NOT a doctor.
I am first aid trained, personally live with PMDD and hypermobility myself, have experience around PoTS, and my long-term special interests are psychology, sociology, disability and health conditions - especially where they intersect with neurodivergence and quality of life.

I’m sharing this because sometimes information changes lives.

Especially for people who have spent years being told:

- “everyone feels like that”
- “you’re just anxious”
- “you’re lazy”
- “you’re dramatic”
- “you need to exercise more”
- “you’re overreacting”
- or “your tests are normal”

💚 PMDD - More Than “Bad PMS” 💚

PMDD is a severe hormone-related disorder linked to the menstrual cycle with symptoms usually beginning 2 weeks before Period however for those with irregular cycles or other conditions affecting their hormones (such as pcos) this isn't always the case.

It can cause:

- extreme mood swings
- intense irritability or rage
- suicidal thoughts
- sensory overwhelm
- depression
- panic
- exhaustion
- brain fog
- feeling like “yourself disappears” before your period

Many autistic and ADHD people report their sensory issues, emotional regulation difficulties and executive dysfunction becoming significantly worse during hormonal changes. Research suggests people with ADHD are at much higher risk of PMDD.

PMDD is often missed because:

- it can look like depression, bipolar disorder, BPD or burnout
- many people don’t realise symptoms are cyclical
- women and AFAB neurodivergent people are historically underdiagnosed and misunderstood
- masking can hide the severity until someone burns out completely

💚 PoTS - “Why Do I Feel Like I’m Dying When I Stand Up?” 💚

PoTS affects the autonomic nervous system - the system responsible for things like heart rate, blood pressure and temperature regulation.

Common symptoms include:

- dizziness when standing
- rapid heart rate
- fainting or near fainting
- exhaustion
- heat intolerance
- nausea
- shakiness
- headaches
- brain fog
- adrenaline surges
- feeling weak after standing or showering

Many people with PoTS are repeatedly told it’s “just anxiety”.

PoTS is also commonly associated with hypermobility conditions and is seen frequently alongside neurodivergence.

💚 Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder / hEDS 💚

Hypermobility is NOT just “being flexible”.

For some people it can involve:

- chronic pain
- frequent sprains or injuries
- joints partially slipping out
- fatigue
- poor coordination
- digestive issues
- bruising easily
- chronic muscle tension
- poor body awareness
- pelvic pain
- headaches
- exhaustion from simply holding the body together

Many hypermobile people grew up being praised for being “bendy” without anyone recognising the pain, instability and fatigue underneath it.

Research and clinicians are increasingly recognising links between hypermobility, autism, ADHD and autonomic conditions like PoTS.

💚 Why This Matters 💚

A diagnosis doesn’t magically cure these conditions but understanding your body can change EVERYTHING. Once you understand what’s happening, you can start to:

- reduce shame
- stop pushing yourself past your limits
- learn symptom management
- advocate for accommodations
- prevent worsening symptoms
- understand burnout cycles
- work WITH your body instead of against it

For many neurodivergent people, unknowingly living with chronic health conditions leads to severe burnout, worsening mental health and a huge reduction in quality of life over time.

You do not need to “earn” support by collapsing first.

💚 If This Sounds Familiar 💚

Please speak to a GP or healthcare professional.

Keep symptom notes.
Track patterns.
Especially around:

- menstrual cycles
- standing
- fatigue
- pain
- dizziness
- sensory overload
- burnout

And remember:
Doctors are human.
Some are amazing.
Some are under-informed.
Some conditions are still poorly recognised.

If you genuinely feel something is being missed, it is okay to ask for a second opinion.

You know your body better than anyone else.

And whether you end up with a formal diagnosis or not, learning how to accommodate and support your body is still important.

Your symptoms are real.
Your struggles matter.
And you deserve support before you completely burn out trying to “push through”.

07/05/2026

Just under 2 hours left for local council voting! Voting stations close at 10pm tonight. Local elections are important for our community and councillors in seats at Parliament matter when it comes to countrywide decisions and legislation.

Not sure where your polling station is , but you're registered to vote and lost or not received your polling card?

Find out where your polling station is by putting your postcode and address into this site :

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07/05/2026

Today is voting day - and whether you’re excited about it, fed up with politics, or feeling like your vote won’t matter… it still matters.

Local decisions affect real life. Housing. Mental health support. Disability services. Community funding. Social care. Support for carers. Local businesses. Youth services. Public transport. Cleanliness and safety in our communities. The things people message us about every single week are often shaped by decisions made by people elected locally and nationally.

You don’t have to agree with everyone. You don’t have to love politics. But your voice still deserves to be counted.

Vote for what matters to YOU. Your future. Your family. Your friends. Your community. Your values. Your lived experience.

And if you’re frustrated with the way things are, voting is still one of the biggest ways to influence change rather than stepping away from the conversation completely.

📌 IMPORTANT: If you KNOW you’re registered to vote but you’ve lost your polling card or never received it, you may still be able to vote.

Contact the Electoral Registration Officer at your local Civic Centre BEFORE 5PM today for help and information about your polling station.

You do NOT usually need your polling card to vote - but in England you DO need valid photo ID at the polling station.

🧠 Quick note on tactical voting: Some people choose to vote tactically - meaning they vote in a way they believe gives the best chance of influencing the overall result in their area, even if it’s not their first-choice party or candidate. Others vote purely based on personal values or preferred policies. Both approaches are valid - what matters is making an informed choice that feels right to you.

No matter who you support, please use your vote today if you’re able to.

05/05/2026

Nominate your hero's! It's important to give recognition to those who deserve it, especially when these categories are for people , charities , organisations, groups and businesses who work in ways that put everyone else first.

My nomination is being put it for a few categories for local charity's and someone extra special , make sure you are putting your nominations in for any categories you believe someone or a org/charity/business etc belongs in. These awards are important for showing those who help our community the most that we value and appropriate the work they do and who they are.

🌟 Hartlepool Heroes Returns for 2026 – The Search is ON! Voting is now open🌟
The incredible The PFC Trust is proud to announce the return of Hartlepool Heroes for 2026 – and we need YOUR help to find the town’s unsung stars!

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond? 💙
From dedicated volunteers and community champions to inspiring young people and local changemakers, this is your chance to recognise those making a real difference across Hartlepool.

🏆 With a wide range of award categories, this special event celebrates the people who truly make our community a better place – shining a spotlight on kindness, courage and community spirit.

✨ Nominate your hero today and help us celebrate the very best of Hartlepool!

👉 Submit your nomination here: https://www.thepfctrust.org/hartlepoolheroes