Does anyone know how I would start this business?

[EssAyyBee]

After my mum having a really long stay in hospital.

I would love to start a business of going into the wards and giving the ladies a wash and blowdry. Without me, my mum wouldnt have washed her hair in 26 days. I became friendly with the ladies on her ward and also did their hair.

Is this a viable business? They all said they would happily pay but I would prefer it to be voluntary contribution, I wouldnt expect payment.

How would I even go about starting this up?

I have alot of mum friends who either have school hours free like me, or weekends so once i gain a bit more knowledge, i want to spread the word to wherever theres a need. I just saw how stretched the NHS were and would love to give a few hours helping.

Wow OP what a lovely post to read. Your mum is so lucky to have someone like you. It's the sort of thing I would love to do too. Those ladies must have felt so much better after your care xxx

Thank you. We previously hadnt spoken for 6 years but as soon as my dad mentioned she was ill, i didnt leave her side. Her illness mended our relationship and gave me the drive to volunteer. My brother was great with her but no way would she have let him help her change or wash her and im sure there are many with busy relatives or no contact that just crave a little boost. Life is too short and i believe neither of us will hold a grudge with anyone again after this 🥺

You could organise others. Set up a group to volunteer. Perhaps ask for those with qualifications in hair or hand massage.

I come across a lot of people who are interested in volunteering and i think your idea is different and appealing on many levels.

Apart from local hospitals I also suggest looking on do-it.org

This would be great. A nice little pick me up during their stay. It's not nice being stuck in hospital, but for some people getting a little bit of nail polish or having their hair done or even just washed can be a god send

Sounds like you’re onto a good thing. Men might appreciate your kindness too i, not just in hospital. My dad is in a nursing home. Paid 25.00 for a barber’s visit to trim his hair. He completely shaved my dad’s head, awful.

What a lovely thing you're doing

I'd be prepared for health and safety objections with the water. I thought you might say you'd used the shampoo caps. If you meet opposition, that might be something patients would like too.
A hair wash with the cap is better than none.

good luck. People like you are awesome and I never use that word.