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CAN FAMILY AND FRIENDS VISIT WHENEVER THEY LIKE?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
Our Home operates an open visiting policy to ensure that residents, relatives and friends can visit at the times that are most convenient for them. However, if they want to visit after 8 pm, you will need to use your own discretion and ensure that other residents are not disturbed

DO RESIDENTS HAVE THEIR OWN GPS?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
Residents can have their own GPs, however, the majority of the residents at the Home are registered with the local GP as this enables frequent visits by a designated general practitioner – this is considered to be more beneficial for the residents.

WHAT CONTACTS IN THE COMMUNITY DOES THE HOME HAVE?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
The Home works with a number of local authorities in the vicinity, the local hospital, GPs, healthcare teams, Age UK and other charitable organisations. We have coffee mornings with the community teams to discuss how the services provided by the Home meet the needs of the local community.

ARE THERE ANY ACTIVITIES ON OFFER?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
Our home deploys third party entertainers including vocal, instrumental and theatrical activities. In addition the staff co-ordinate and undertake in-house entertainment, trips out such as coffee mornings, visits to local park, beach, theatre and cognitive activities like gardening and baking. We are alo visiited regularly by a Chiropodist, Aromatherapist/ Reflexologist to fulfil residents’ needs.Please view […]

HOW GOOD IS YOUR HOSPITALITY?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
The home have a dedicated chef to prepare fresh meals and offer a well-balanced diet that is tailored to each of our residents’ needs. Menus offer a variety of healthy foods for residents to enjoy, as well as home-made cakes for afternoon tea time . The kitchen team are made aware of the likes, dislikes, […]

DOES YOUR HOME PROVIDE QUALITY CARE?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
The Care Quality Commission for England (CQC), are responsible for regulating care services in the UK. They will carry out an unannounced visit of the home and rate the service they provide. We display our current rating on the webpages to help you understand the care on offer. You will also see the feedback provided […]

WHAT ARE THE RESIDENTIAL NURSING CARE FEES?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
The cost of staying in a Nursing home can vary significantly depending on a range of factors. The location of the chosen home is likely to be important, as will the type of care required. Your personal circumstances may also be a factor, because everyone is different, the best thing to do is contact the […]

WHY CHOOSE AMBLESIDE?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
Ambleside has a simple philosophy which is to provide the best care to its residents by meeting their care needs. This is done through a thorough assessment of the care needs at the outset, then respond by taking ownership and execution. As a small Home we are agile, flexible and able to adopt quickly and more importantly, work as a team. The Home is committed to continuous improvement and learning.

WHY CHOOSE AMBLESIDE?

Feb 6,2019 by admin
Ambleside has a simple philosophy which is to provide the best care to its residents by meeting their care needs. This is done through a thorough assessment of the care needs at the outset, then respond by taking ownership and execution. As a small Home we are agile, flexible and able to adopt quickly and more importantly, work as a team. The Home is committed to continuous improvement and learning.