Abbey Hey in Oldham near Manchester, is a purpose-built 36-bed residential care home specialising in dementia-related care. We also provide short term respite care to help families and loved ones take a break from their caring roles.
We adopt a compassionate, caring approach, placing each of our residents at the heart of everything we do. We are underpinned by respect and trust, so all our residents feel settled and cared for during their stay. Independence is encouraged so that all residents maintain a sense of purpose and their dignity isn’t compromised.
Kim Pearce is the Registered Manager, heading up a network of experienced, dedicated staff who cater to the individual care needs of residents, day and night. Our talented chef curates a specialist menu that covers different dietary requirements, and all meals are prepared in-house so they are nutritiously balanced.
Nursing care excellence at Abbey Hey Care Home
Abbey Hey is rated ‘Excellent’ on the Oldham Local Authority Quality Framework and has been praised for the dignified manner in the inclusive work we do, together with next-of-kin, to improve the personalised support to our residents. We have excellent working relationships with local professionals (Mental Health Team, GPs, Nurses, Commissioners and more), and have a strong reputation for providing good quality care to our residents.
Facilities and activities
We aim to make residents and families feel as comfortable as possible when visiting Abbey Hey, which is why we offer car parking and Wi-Fi, as well as inviting pets to come and stop by, too. We run a full activities programme that includes regular outings to cafes, garden centres, on-site entertainment, hair appointments and much more.
Widely considered one of the top places to visit in Oldham, our trips to Alexandra Park allow residents to enjoy the scenic views of the boating lake and pavilion garden, topped off with a hot drink from the cafe. We are also located less than a 10 minute drive from Lees Park which has stunning sights over local Hartshead Pike.
Abbey Hey is ideally situated to nearby transport links that allow for easy access to the centre of Manchester and Oldham. We are a 30 minute tram ride away from Manchester central where there are plenty of eateries, galleries, shops and museums on offer. We are also just a few minutes’ walk away from the 425 Glodwick Road bus stop to Oldham where the Spindles Town Square shopping centre and Oldham Coliseum Theatre are within walking distance.
For residents looking for a change of scenery or wanting to relive their cricketing days, we are just a 10 minute walk to Glodwick Cricket Club which boasts a rich 100-year heritage and welcomes visitors on match day.
]]>Alexander Court Care Centre is an 82-bed facility in Dagenham which is dedicated to providing high quality care for a huge range of disabilities, disorders and behaviours. Providing 24 hour residential care, seven days a week, the team offer elderly care, end of life care and younger care.
The three-storey facility is managed by Abiodun Enitan Afuape, with a caring and qualified team (qualifications include Health & Social Care levels 2-3, Registered Mental Health Nurses and more). The multicultural staff help make residents feel comfortable, speaking a range of languages, including Romanian, Ghanaian, Polish and Swahili.
Providing fresh food from an excellent kitchen, nutritional needs are always met; there is also a cafe and bar for all to enjoy. The centre features a spacious garden area for residents to relax in by themselves or with relatives, with pets encouraged on visits. Rooms come with an en-suite, phone point and access to the internet for the comfort of residents.
While there are plenty of places to relax in peace, there are also plenty of activities happening at Alexander Court, helping to keep residents stimulated mentally and socially. Quizzes, table tops games, bingo, arts and crafts are regularly scheduled, with gardening and an in-home cat other ways to enjoy the space.
Within easy reach of local features – including local shops, parks, markets and cafes – there are often day trips for residents take part in. Meanwhile, the centre hosts fun days, fetes, barbecues and more on site to entertain residents and relatives alike.
]]>Allan Court is a 58-room facility situated in Benwell with its own open landscaped gardens. The care home provides a range of care types, including 24/7 residential care, elderly care, younger care, end of life care, respite care and nursing care.
The team at Allan Court prioritise the safety and comfort of residents, with qualified nurses and healthcare assistants to help meet individual needs.
Fresh food and home cooking ensures residents get meals which are both nourishing and suitable for all dietary concerns, while also ensuring residents can socialise with others if they wish to. The building features three dining rooms and five lounge areas, giving plenty of room for all residents – rooms are also suitable for wheelchair users as a result of the carefully designed facilities.
To help keep residents entertained, Tai Chi and aromatherapy sessions are held, along with plenty of outside entertainers brought in for a variety of acts. Summer and winter fayres are held, along with coffee mornings, to help encourage residents’ family and friends to attend and socialise.
Close by to the Benwell area, the home is within easy reach of transport links, local shops and the high street, while the home provides a range of regular services including a hairdresser, dentist and chiropodist – with an optician and physiotherapist available for an additional charge.
Rooms come with an en suite, a phone point and free internet access, while there is ample parking for visitors. Visiting is encouraged and can be around the clock, but family and friends are urged to avoid meal times where possible.
What the Press Say about Allan Court Care Home
“Allan Court has been recognised as one of the 20 top-rated Care Homes… based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends.”
We have our own dedicated chef at Allington House, allowing us to cater for individual needs and preferences including specific cultural and religious dietary requirements.
Allington House offers car parking, Wi-Fi, is pet-friendly and provides a wide range of other services, such as hairdressing and a full activities programme which includes regular outings to local attractions, cafes and garden centres to name but a few.
We have excellent working relationships with local professionals (GPs, Nurses, Commissioners etc.) and have a strong reputation for providing good quality care to our residents.
Allington House has good transport links with the 36 bus that stops right outside the care home.
]]>Our expert care team is managed by Jomina Gilles, and we are here to make residents from all walks of life feel completely at home – our carers also speak a variety of languages between them, including Filipino, Polish and Swahili. We ensure that all grades and skills are represented in our workforce to make sure residents have all of their needs met on a daily basis. Our nurses and carers are qualified to deliver a range of care.
Facilities at Ashurst Park Care Home, Tunbridge Wells
We have 50 bedrooms available, 3 of which are shared, perfect for couples or siblings. All rooms and social areas, including lounges, have telephone points, TVs, internet access and a nurse call point. Pets are also welcome, by arrangement, as is the ability to have residents’ own furniture in the room if preferred.
Residents at Ashurst Park Care Home can enjoy home-cooked meals from our on-site chefs, who cater to any dietary requirements. Our dining spaces are always a hub of conversation and a place for residents to relax, socialise and receive assistance should they require it. Of course, those who prefer can have their meals brought up to their room, with family members able to join them for a small fee.
Ashurst Park also has beautiful gardens where residents can sit back and enjoy nature, or perhaps some afternoon tea, a garden party and even a BBQ, when the weather is favourable. Some of our more green-fingered residents also like to help with the planting in the gardens and are able to do so using our easily-accessible flower beds and vegetable patches.
Residents also enjoy a varied programme of activities and events throughout the year run by an activities therapist, and residents are closely consulted on the plans to ensure a good time is had by everyone. We also have a visiting qualified chiropodist and complementary therapies, along with an on-site salon run by an experienced hairstylist.
Contact Us
To arrange a visit or to discover more about Ashurst Park Care Home in Tunbridge Wells and what it has to offer, please contact our professionals today for a friendly discussion.
]]>A fully equipped kitchen allows the head chef at Ashwood to provide a rotating menu over four weeks, providing for the nutritional and dietary needs for residents. A specialist menu is created to meet individual needs and all the food is prepared in-house.
With a set programme of activities across each week, the Ashwood team provide sessions for arts and crafts, doll therapy, music and movement and afternoon tea in the tea room or in the garden when the weather allows. Bingo, hand massages, nail care and live entertainment is regularly arranged to keep residents entertained and stimulated.
While the garden is available for residents to relax in, trips in the local area with staff are also arranged, allowing residents to enjoy shops, restaurants, pubs and parks. A summer fayre is held each year and family days are held around Christmas, too. To help residents transition to life at Ashwood, pets are allowed to visit by appointment.
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Beechcare is run by a compassionate team of carers and nurses, led by manager Steph Larby. As a care home with nursing, we take care of a range of residents of all ages and with a variety of needs.
It’s our aim to make residents truly feel at home, and that’s why all of our 66 single rooms can be personalised so residents can relax into their environment and enjoy their time here. This is part of allowing residents to express their individuality, and that’s why our carers also encourage residents to rekindle old hobbies – or develop new ones! We also organise a programme of fun and engaging activities for residents, but also leave space for quiet time to ensure there’s something for everyone.
Facilities at Beechcare Care Home
We have many spacious areas for our residents to relax in, including our residents’ kitchenette which is a place where people can gather for some home baking and socialising, or to grab a snack including fresh fruit. Meanwhile, our chef and catering team use seasonal ingredients to cook up tasty and nutritious meals.
Just a few of our facilities include:
- Gardens
- Minibus & other transport
- Residents’ kitchenette
- Television and phone point in all rooms
- Wheelchair access
- Pets by agreement
- WiFi in rooms
- In-house hairdresser
- Physiotherapy on-site
- Shop on-site
Beechcare is conveniently located near Dartford & London, and thanks to local transport links, there’s easy access to nearby shops and amenities. The rooms are on the ground floor only for our residents’ comfort.
Contact Us
To find out more about what support Beechcare can offer you or your loved one, simply contact us today and we’ll be happy to discuss our facilities and arrange a time for you to visit.
]]>Bentley Court Care Home with nursing is a purpose-built 77-bed care home situated in a residential area of Wednesfield, Wolverhampton. Here, we specialise in nursing care, residential care and dementia nursing care including Alzheimer’s care.
Our person-centred approach means we focus our care on the individual needs of each resident, providing close monitoring and support without taking away their independence and dignity. For us, comfort and compassion are key so your loved one feels completely relaxed in their home away from home.
Types of Care
- 24/7 nursing care
- 24/7 residential care
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer’s care
- Mental health care
- End of life / palliative care
Length of Stay
- Respite care
- Day care
Susan Shelley is the Registered Manager at Bentley Court, working alongside an experienced team of carers and nurses completely dedicated to their profession. In addition to elderly care and end of life/palliative care, we also provide respite care for those looking after a family member or friend, so they can take a break while their loved one continues to receive the care they need in a safe setting. Our close working relationships with local medical professionals means our residents can also have their own GP if required.
Accommodation for our residents is provided in single en-suite rooms that are arranged over two floors, along with communal areas including two dining rooms, two lounges on each floor and a salon for a visiting hairdresser. Our in-house chef creates a variety of fresh home-cooked meals using locally produced ingredients, catering to the needs of our residents.
Our activities coordinator plans an events schedule to encourage socialisation amongst residents and improve their personal wellbeing. Where COVID-19 restrictions allow, residents can go on regular trips to local shops, garden centres, the local park and places further afield in line with the official guidelines.
Bentley Court features an enclosed garden where residents can get together and relax, along with a beautiful patio garden where they can enjoy their peaceful surroundings. Our care home also offers Wi-Fi access and phone points in rooms, and is located close to public transport links for easy access from visiting family and friends.
Our fees vary across each home and are based on an assessment of the individual care needs. Some residents may be eligible for financial help towards the cost of care; this is determined on an individual basis. Our Home Managers will be able to discuss these matters further with you.
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Our cheerful and experienced staff (whose qualifications include Health & Social Care levels 2-3, Registered Mental Health Nurses and more) have created a homely and happy atmosphere over the years, keeping residents stimulated with activities to take part in and through visits from friends and family.
Our staff are also qualified to deal with different levels of dependencies, including:
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer’s care
- Mental health care
- Sensory impairment care
- Physical disability care
- End of life care
- Respite care
- 24/7 Nursing Care
- 24/7 Residential Care
- Elderly Care
Facilities at Birch Park Care Home
Freshly cooked, tasty food is one of our specialities. Our in-house chef gives our residents plenty of choice, making sure our meals are tempting, healthy and nutritious. We promote independence where possible, while always making sure that someone is on hand to offer assistance to those who need it.
We pride ourselves on providing each and every one of our residents with a home away from home so that they feel settled and enjoy their stay with us. To achieve this, some of the facilities we offer include:
- Our own beauty salon for pamper days and hairdressing
- A beautifully landscaped garden
- Cinema space for our regular movie afternoons
- Bar and cafe for coffee mornings and cream teas
- Three dining bistros
For more details about everything we offer at our home, click on the ‘facilities’ and ‘good food’ tabs on this page.
Activities at Birch Park Care Home
Our dedicated activities coordinator creates a schedule of events and classes that benefit the health and well-being of our residents. We carefully choose our activities to promote involvement and inclusion so residents feel fulfilled, connected and competent. These include:
- Live music
- Raffles
- Exercise classes
- Sing-a-longs and piano playing
- Memory scrapbooks
- Boules
- Gardening
Residents can also have some quiet one-to-one time with a member of our team for moments when they would prefer to have a chat in a calm environment.
To see a list of other activities we put on, click on the ‘activities’ tab on this page.
Local amenities near to Birch Park Care Home
Our central location in Cleckheaton, Kirklees means there is plenty for residents and their family and friends to enjoy in the nearby areas. There is a selection of eateries and bars all within a short walking distance from the home, and the King Edward VII Memorial Park is just a 5-minute walk away for those looking for a change of scenery.
Transport links near to Birch Park Care Home
Nearby Kirklees towns Gomersal, Drub and Scholes are all under a 10-minute drive away from the home and all have good transport links, making them easily accessible by bus. For a trip slightly further afield, Halifax, Dewsbury and Bradford are all within a 20-minute drive from Birch Park Care Home. Local attractions in these areas include Ogden Water Country Park and Nature Reserve, National Science and Media Museum, The Piece Hall, and Ponderosa Zoo.
Jobs at Birch Park Care Home
We are always on the lookout for caring, compassionate people to join our talented team – if you want to make a difference, simply take a look at the current jobs available on our Careers and & Vacancies and send us your CV. Alternatively, you can send this over to the care home directly.
Good Food
We have committed staff working in the kitchens, which have recently been fitted with new equipment, dedicated to cooking varied and nutritious food menus from scratch, whilst still providing old favourites, such as eggy bread and corned beef sandwiches.
We often incorporate family recipes or particular favourites into our menus. There’s nothing like a pan of corned beef hash or a plate of eggy bread served up to bring back good memories or tempt someone’s appetite.
A typical day’s menu might be:
If you would like to know more about Birch Park Care Home, such as our facilities and activities, please get in touch with a member of our team today.
]]>We promote individualised person-centred care in a relaxed and safe atmosphere, while encouraging independence, choice and dignity throughout all that we do.
Registered Manager Jennie Green heads a strong team of experienced and trained staff to ensure that the individual care needs of our residents are met with dignity and passion, while ensuring the care home feels like a ‘home from home’.
We have excellent working relationships with local professionals (GPs, nurses, commissioners, etc.) and we have a strong reputation for providing good quality care to our residents.
Facilities at Birch Tree Manor
At Birch Tree Manor nursing home, we have our own dedicated chef, allowing us to cater for individual needs and preferences, including specific cultural and religious dietary requirements. The meals we offer are appetising and nutritious so that residents receive a well-balanced diet.
Facilities at Birch Tree Manor also include car parking, Wi-Fi and regular newspaper deliveries, and as a pet-friendly premises we encourage family and friends to bring their well-behaved animals along to visit.
Activities at Birch Tree Manor
Our designated activities coordinators offer a full weekly programme to keep residents engaged and stimulated. We listen carefully to their favourite pastimes and interests to ensure there is something for everyone to participate in.
We lead some gentle physical activities in our dedicated exercise room, as well as arts and crafts, puzzles and sharing photos to keep residents’ brains active.
We are ideally situated near to local parks, shops and garden centres for our residents to visit assisted by our team. Other activities include:
- Entertainment and live music
- Church services led by a local reverend
- Hairdressing
- Chiropody
Local amenities near Birch Tree Manor
Our prime location means that we are walking distance from most of the main local amenities:
- 7-minute drive / 20-minute walk to Port Sunlight River Park where you can take in the stunning views across the River Mersey
- Less than a 10-minute walk to Port Sunlight Garden Centre
- 5-minute walk to Port Sunlight Bowling Club
- Around a 10-minute walk to Mayer Park where there is a nature area, seating, historic features and wheelchair accessible paths
- 5-minute walk to Christ Church, renowned for its distinctive Gothic architecture
Transport links near Birch Tree Manor
Birch Tree Manor has good transport links with the 1, 2, 41 and 42 buses all stopping within a five-minute walk from the care home. Port Sunlight train station is less than a 10-minute walk away from the care home, from which it is approximately a 20-minute train ride across the River Mersey into Liverpool.x
Jobs at Birch Tree Manor
We are always on the look out for new talent to join our team – if this sounds like you, then take a look at our Careers and Vacancies page to view the current jobs available at Birch Tree Manor and send us your CV – we look forward to hearing from you!
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