When Neil and I got married in 2022, we had family members who without question, had to be there with us to celebrate our big day. Some were older family members and some had health needs which made me feel anxious. I was worried about lots of potential issues – what if they couldn’t get to the venue, what if they needed the loo, what if they needed their medication, what if they weren’t eating, what if they were bored or sat alone…the worries went on and on. Them not coming was never an option but what I needed was a bespoke service where I could have someone to help support and look after my family so that they could enjoy the day too and I could stop stressing! They didn’t need full private nursing care but equally, someone to keep them company wasn’t quite enough either. I needed someone who had experience in healthcare but who would basically ensure they were treated like family VIPS! This service I needed didn’t seem to exist, so I decided to create it…
Although I am a Celebrant, my background is in Nursing and I have been a Nurse for over 20 years. As a Nurse, our original mentor was Florence Nightingale and during these times, her Nurses were known as Nightingales. The core of Florence and indeed all Nurses, is care, compassion and companionship. I wanted to create a service that combines my passion for looking after people with a desire to help couples have their perfect wedding in every way and from this, I have created Nightingales – a Wedding Guest Companion Service.
Wedding Guest Companion Services for Family VIPS!
I would love to chat to you more about exactly what you need, but here are some examples of what can be included:
- Getting ready for the day ahead – all aspects of personal care, washing and dressing, hair and makeup
- Transport to the venue in a spacious and comfortable car (with space for mobility aids)
- Help getting seated for the ceremony
- Helping with the family photos
- Help with getting food, eating and drinking
- Help with getting to the toilet as needed
- Companionship throughout the day
- When they are ready, help getting home or to their room safely and settling them for the night
- Additional overnight on call service available at an additional fee
Fees
For a half day £200 (4 hours)
For the full day £450 (10 days)
Overnight on call service – additional £100
Please note – I cannot provide this service if I am your Celebrant, but I am happy to take over as Wedding Guest Chaperone once your ceremony is finished.
