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CARE HOMES FOR LOVED ONES
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The homely feel in our homes is created by our staff, who are committed to making a difference for the people in our care.
*Day Care
With over 30 years experience we have continued to grow with our dedicated team in understanding the needs of our residents.
*Nursing
*Respite Care *Residential
*Dementia Care *Younger Physically Disabled
FOOD & NUTRITION
“A home from home! Mum settled well there from day one. I’ve peace of mind knowing mum is being taken care of. The staff are pleasant and always helpful!”
Our menus are constantly changing but to give you an idea of what is on offer, please view our sample menu. Our kitchens work hard to produce only the best quality home cooked meals for our residents. Everything is freshly prepared. With a 4 week menu plan, you are assured of a varied and enjoyable meal. We offer alternatives including vegetarian, diabetic, soft diets, and other specialist diet options. Where, when and how residents eat is very flexible and we cater to our residents wishes wherever possible. Themed food evenings allow residents to try foods that are a little different.
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To ensure that you feel at home we encourage you to personalise your own room with your belongings. Furniture is already available, and we are also happy if you wish to bring your own. You will find our communal areas comfortable. In some homes we have a craft and hobby room, library, conservatory, garden lounge and lots of outdoor space to enjoy. Local doctors are available for any medical care, but if preferred and where possible, residents can have a doctor of their choice. Pastoral/spiritual care is made available by local churches, and arrangements can be made for visits by a member of the resident’s own denomination.
“A caring environment in which staff take time to cater for residents’ needs. It is a pleasant home in which relatives are welcomed at any time”
Codnor Park 88 Glass House Hill Codnor DE5 9QT
Tel: 01773 741111 Fax: 01773571530 Email: codnorpark@ashmere.co.uk Web: www.ashmere.co.uk
Codnor Park Residential Home is set off the main road through Codnor and we benefit from extremely good bus links to nearby Ripley and Heanor as well as Derby and Nottingham. Our purpose built residential home has 40 fully furnished en-suite rooms which residents are encouraged to personalise with their own belongings. There are communal areas where residents can make new friends or join in with the many daily activities. There is a large garden lounge which has french doors and large windows overlooking the maintained gardens. Upstairs there is a lounge for watching television and a library. We also have a resident cat called Molly.
Linda Bexton
Manager
Our home is set in lovely surroundings, we have a large grassed area and trees to the front, along with smaller areas to the back. There are two paved areas which during the summer have tables and chairs placed out so that Residents can enjoy the sun. There is also a lovely park area within the grounds with benches to enjoy the scenery. The kitchen is well equipped and serves good home cooked meals, with special diets catered for. Our menu is thoughtfully considered to ensure it is kept varied and interesting, whatever your dietary needs. All laundry is done on site daily and we even have a chiropodist, dentist, physiotherapist and GP when required. We have access to a heated swimming pool and spa with full facilities. Our friendly, well trained staff ensure quality care for all residents and are always happy to give help or advice whilst respecting privacy and dignity of individuals at all times. Whether you require day care, respite care or long term care, Codnor Park can accommodate your needs. All our homes are pet friendly and recommended on www.carehome.co.uk
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
R3
Nursing Care Levels
Special Care Younger Disabled
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 38 Singles
1 Double
West Hallam 8 Newdigate Street West Hallam Ilkeston DE7 6GZ
Tel: 0115 944 0329 Fax: 0115 930 2843 Email: westhallam@ashmere.co.uk Web: www.ashmere.co.uk
West Hallam care home was opened in 1988. Within easy travelling distance from Ilkeston, Derby and Nottingham. The Home is situated in a quiet residential area only minutes away from Shipley Country Park. The village provides many events throughout the year, including the annual Well Dressing. Local amenities include pubs, some of which provide restaurant facilities. The Bottle Kiln is a lovely place to visit for meals or a coffee and boasts a unique gift shop. The home provides regular activities, trips out and entertainment organised by our Activities Coordinator. There’s the opportunity to take part in the cookery, arts and crafts and gardening clubs not to mention the exercise classes.
Manager Sarah - Jane - Hooley Or you can learn new skills by joining our computer tutorials and using the fabulous touch screen computers we have at West Hallam. Staff in both the main home and the extra care unit, work very hard to ensure that our residents are as active as they desire. Our extra care unit is set around a central courtyard with 12 en suite rooms and a lovely day room is ideal for residents with dementia. The unit offers round the clock care in this secure and safe environment. Everything from a menu board with pictures to help residents recognise what’s for dinner, to a clock that indicates whether it is day or night to help residents get a good night’s sleep, makes sure our residents get the best care. On site catering from our extremely dedicated cooks, ensures that all your dietary needs are met, with a well thought out varied menu, you will get great good home cooking every day. The cooks have been known to have a go at your own family recipes if you are willing to share! All our homes are pet friendly and recommended on www.carehome.co.uk
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
R3
Nursing Care Levels
Special Care Dementia
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 29 Singles
1 Double
Valley Lodge Bakewell Road Matlock DE4 3BN
Tel: 01629 583447 Fax: 01629 56547 Email: valleylodge@ashmere.co.uk Web: www.ashmere.co.uk
Valley Lodge is located on the outskirts of Matlock on the A6 Bakewell Road. The home is set within stunning countryside with panoramic views of the River Derwent and the High Peak Railway. The location provides easy access to Haddon Hall, Chatsworth House and Matlock Bath with its attractions and lively atmosphere. Valley Lodge has fantastic facilities with 62 bedrooms, most with brand new en-suites, 5 comfortable lounges, 2 dining rooms. The home boasts a craft room with a programme of entertainment run by our Activities Co-ordinator. Everything from live entertainment to painting to pamper days are all on offer.
Pam Wood Manager Also with regular visits from a chiropodist, dentist, physiotherapist and GP when required, you can feel very well looked after indeed. In addition, Valley Lodge also contains a 12 bed extra care unit named Valley Views designed with dementia in mind. This area of the home offers round the clock care in this secure and safe environment. With all three levels of care catered for here at Valley Lodge there may be no need to move again easing any worries of the future. This means you can really settle in and feel at home, safe and cared for. The Valley Lodge staff are committed to providing an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust and believe that this results in a healthy, happy and fulfilling environment for all the residents. If you would like to view the facilities at Valley Lodge you are more than welcome to visit at any time, no appointment is necessary. All our homes are pet friendly and recommended on www.carehome.co.uk
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
R3
Nursing Care Levels N1
N2
N3
Special Care Younger Disabled
Dementia
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 59 Singles
2 Doubles
The Firs 90 Glass House Hill Codnor DE5 9QT
Tel: 01773 743810 Fax: 01773 571531 Email thefirs@ashmere.co.uk Web www.ashmere.co.uk
Set in its own grounds The Firs Nursing Home is a 42 bedded home located in the town of Codnor. The home has retained its original warmth and charm whilst having been developed to the highest specifications, ensuring that all residents have the amenities necessary to enjoy our high quality care, and surrounded by beautiful gardens. Staff at The Firs are trained to a high standard and have recently been awarded the Bronze Standard in the Dignity Challenge Campaign and are working hard towards being the first home in Derbyshire to recieve the Silver Standard. The home was also a finalist for the Dignity in Care Award in the Great East Midlands Care Awards 2012.
Rachel Tattershaw Manager With an onsite Activities Co-ordinator, our residents have plenty to get involved wth. The home frequently runs outings and day trips for all our residents as well as regular classes to encourage hobbies such as painting and gardening. We also have access to a hydrotherapy pool and spa with full facilities. The Firs has an Extra Care Unit devoted to the care of those with dementia. Our specialist unit provides a safe and secure environment with only twelve residents, allowing the very best care to be delivered by staff. We have the same staff in the unit to ensure our residents always see a familiar face. Our friendly, staff ensure quality care for all residents and are always happy to give help or advice whilst respecting privacy and dignity of individuals at all times. We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to visit us whether it be for a day, respite care or long term care. All our homes are pet friendly and recommended on www.carehome.co.uk
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
R3
Nursing Care Levels N1
N2
N3
Special Care Younger Disabled
Dementia
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 36 Singles
3 Doubles
Smalley Hall Main Road Smalley DE7 6DS
Tel: 01332 882848 Fax: 01332 403186 Email: smalleyhall@ashmere.co.uk Web: www.ashmere.co.uk
Smalley Hall is a 27 bed residential home on the outskirts of Smalley Village, Derbyshire. Located on the outskirts of the attractive Smalley village, the home is full of character having once been the coach house to Smalley Hall. This home has grounds with lovely views. residents can make good use of the pretty courtyard garden in. The trees and planting in the garden encourages wildlife and birds to visit. This garden is used for summer fetes and BBQ’s with family and friends.
Jeanette McCallen
With only 27 residents when full you can be sure that the attention to detail is second to none. Our well trained staff feel more like family as they are such a close knit team.
Manager Our activity coordinator offers all our residents the opportunity to get involved on many activities, including trips out, flower arranging and exercise classes. There are lots of things to keep you busy at Smalley, from arts and crafts, quizzes and games, to trips out and live entertainment. The home is also currently being updated to include an Activity Room which residents and staff are getting involved in decorating. Residents have access to a hairdresser who visits regularly, along with both a chiropodist and a physiotherapist. The local vicar comes to take service and Holy Communion for the residents that wish to take part. There is a choice of home cooked foods as well as catering for diabetics and other special dietary requirements. Our staff and management would like to welcome you to visit us whether it be for a day, respite care or long term care. All our homes are pet friendly and recommended on www.carehome.co.uk
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
R3
Nursing Care Levels
Special Care Younger Disabled
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 23 Singles
2 Doubles
King William Lowes Hill Ripley DE5 3DW
Tel: 01773 748841 Fax: 01773 743606 Email: kingwilliam@ashmere.co.uk Web: www.ashmere.co.uk
The King William is situated on the outskirts of Ripley and is set in beautifully maintained gardens overlooking a scenic view of Derbyshire. We are only a ten minute walk from Ripley town centre and within easy reach of Matlock, Crich Tramway Museum and the famous Derbyshire Peak Dales. The 28 bed residential home itself has plenty of character, having once been a public house. We specialize with all aspects of caring for the elderly and physically disabled. Home cooked food is a speciality, as are our bistro nights which gives the chef the opportunity to create authentic cuisine.
Lesley Neal Manager As well as providing our residents with individual and unique bedrooms which they are encouraged to personalise with their own belongings, the King William has three communal lounges and a dining room, as well as a bathroom and toilet facilities to suit your needs. Our onsite Activities Co-ordinator always makes sure there’s something to do whether its a quiz, baking cakes or a pamper morning. There is also a craft room, to pursue all kinds of hobbies. This home is very active with regular trips to the shops and local attractions, live entertainment, access to centralised facilities and exercise classes. The Home is Quality Premium rated by Derbyshire County Council Social Services and all of our staff are trained to the standards of care set by the C.S.C.I. (Commission for Social Care Inspection). The staff will ensure your stay is as pleasant and comfortable as possible. All our homes are pet friendly and recommended on www.carehome.co.uk
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
R3
Nursing Care Levels
Special Care Younger Disabled
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 22 Singles
3 Doubles
Kidsley Grange
160 Heanor Road Smalley DE7 6DX Tel: 01773 769807 Fax: 01773 710760 Email: kidsleygrange@ashmere.co.uk Web: www.ashmere.co.uk
Kidsley Grange is a long established care home providing 24 hour care in a homely, friendly environment. We are situated on the outskirts of Smalley village on the main bus route between Derby and the market town of Heanor. The Home has open views over Shipley Country Park, which has wheelchair access leading to pleasant county walks, with a gift shop and tea-rooms on site. When full, this home only accommodates 26 residents making the attention to detail here second to none. The family feel to the home makes it homely and creates a warm atmosphere hard to find elsewhere. There is the main lounge and conservatory where activities and entertainment takes place.
Kerri Simpson Manager We also offer a smaller lounge where residents can enjoy some quiet time, and computers are available for anyone who would like to Skype family and friends or just surf the web. Our residents are cared for by a well trained team of carers and qualified nursing staff that have the residents’ well-being and interests at heart. Our kitchen always provides a varied daily menu of fresh, nutritious food and all dietary needs are catered for. The Home has regular visits from an optician, a chiropodist and a physiotherapist as well as providing an onsite hairdresser, laundry service and library. Regular church services and a program of activities are on offer to provide stimulation and entertainment for residents. Our friendly, well trained staff ensure quality care for all residents and are always happy to give help or advice whilst respecting privacy and dignity of individuals at all times.
Care Levels Residential Care Levels R1
R2
Nursing Care Levels
Special Care Younger Disabled
Dementia
Other Care Day Care
Respite Care
Number Of Rooms 16 Singles
5 Doubles
SAMPLE MENU This is just a sample from our extensive menu. All meals are prepared daily on the premises, and we are able to cater for individual dietary requirements.
BREAKFAST Cereal, Porridge, Grapefruit, Prunes, Bacon, Egg, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Fried Bread (if available Sausage, Black Pudding), Egg on Toast (Poached, Fried or Scrambled) Toast & Marmalade or Jam. LUNCH Braising Steak, Potatoes, Vegetables, Cauliflower Cheese. Bakewell Tart, Custard Yoghurts, Fresh Fruit. TEA Soup (seasonal) Mushrooms on Toast. Assorted Sandwiches, Crisps. Artic Roll, Mandarin Oranges, Assorted Cakes. *Selection of cakes are served with morning and afternoon drinks, Sandwiches are offered at supper drinks.
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24 hour care is provided by our highly qualified staff who receive ongoing training. But it’s not just that; our staff are no ordinary bunch and caring is just the beginning. Fundraising, entertaining, coordinating trips, supporting charity events and becoming your good friends are all part of what our amazing staff do.
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In all our homes, we ensure that you can begin a new chapter in your life. We also take care of your wellbeing, and help you feel part of something special. There are clubs to join such as cookery, gardening, arts and crafts and computing. You will be able to rekindle old hobbies, and interests. Our activities coordinator ensures that there is always something of interest to do. Our mini bus is always ready to take you to local attractions. Our family days out are great fun, with residents and their families.
FEES
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We know that meeting the cost of care can be difficult. That’s why we keep it simple. The prices quoted per week are all inclusive. There is no sundry account, so whether you are private or receiving social services funding you can rest assured that you won’t be receiving any unexpected bills from us. So what’s included? Everything our residents need to be well looked after, including, chiropody, hairdressing, dental treatment, optician and physiotherapy. In addition all trips out, entertainment and activities within the home are covered or paid through fundraising activities. Also 24 hour care, a private bedroom, laundry and cleaning services including bed linen and towels, toiletries, homemade meals, all utility bills and council tax.
For more information about Ashmere care homes visit our website: www.ashmere.co.uk
USEFUL CONTACTS Information on Adult Social Care Advice for Nottinghamshire residents Telephone: 08449 80 80 80 Advice for Derbyshire residents Telephone: 08456 058 058 Derbyshire Care Homes Association: www.derbyshirecare.org.uk Nottinghamshire Care Association www.nottinghamshirecare.org.uk Elderly Accommodation Counsel (EAC) Telephone: 0800 377 7070
Advice on Care Fees Eldercare Group Telephone: 0800 082 1155 NHFA Telephone: 0800 99 88 33 Care Aware Telephone: 0161 707 1107
Charities Age UK Telephone: 0800 169 6565 Alzheimer’s Society Telephone: 01 332 208 845 Parkinson’s UK Telephone: 0808 800 0303 Huntington’s Disease Association Telephone: 0151 298 3298 The Stroke Association Telephone: 0303 303 31 00 The Royal National Institute of The Blind Telephone: 0303 123 9999 The Royal National Institute for Deaf People Telephone: 0808 808 01 23 The Royal Association for Disability Rights (RADAR) Telephone: 020 7250 3222 The Motor Neurone Disease Association Telephone: 01604 250505 The Mental Health Foundation Telephone: 020 7803 1100 Mind Telephone: 0845 766 0163
Our Regulator Care Quality Commission Telephone: 03000 61 61 61
Contact us: Tel: 0845 602 2059 Web: www.ashmere.co.uk Email: derbys@ashmere.co.uk