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CTyankee

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2. Yes, a friend across town. However, it may not be the best venue for seeking a

Reply to Renew Deal (Reply #1)

Sun May 17, 2015, 08:31 AM

May 2015

temporary service, 4 or 5 times until my helper returns. I am hoping the Area Agency on Aging can make a recommendation. My husband is partially disabled and I have arthritic issues (I cannot get down on my knees to clean the bathtub like I used to) and I cannot maneuver the vacuum cleaner (too heavy).

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Does anyone here use Merry Maids to help with housecleaning? [View all] CTyankee May 2015 OP

Do any of your friends use a cleaning lady? Renew Deal May 2015 #1

Yes, a friend across town. However, it may not be the best venue for seeking a CTyankee May 2015 #2

I used Merry Maids for a while years ago. northoftheborder May 2015 #3

I had an unsatisfactory experience with Merry Maids. mainstreetonce May 2015 #4

I used them for a couple of years csziggy May 2015 #5

The best choice is to get a recommendation frm a friend, neighbor, church group. No Vested Interest May 2015 #6

Read Barbara Erenreich's "Nickled and Dimed" trof May 2015 #7

Thanks for reminding me. I'm hoping for a solid referral from my local Agency on Aging. CTyankee May 2015 #8