GOLDEN YEARS Care for the Elderly

Settle yourself or a loved one into a new home this winter

DURING THE cold winter months, Care South will be welcoming new residents to stay warm, safe and cared for in its care homes. Families and friends are also welcomed to visit their loved ones to share in the Food, Fun and Friendship on offer at each care home.

Whether you’re looking for a short stay, a change of scenery to give you and your family members a break, or a new home, Care South’s care homes offer comfort, security, and peace of mind.

Fern Brook Lodge in Gillingham accommodates 75 residents and is one of Care South’s homes, a not-for-profit charity and leading provider of residential and home care across the south of England.

For further information about Fern Brook Lodge call 01747 449812 or visit www.caresouth.co.uk

It’s all smiles at Ferne Brook Lodge. Mendip Mobility

Established in 2007, Mendip Mobility opened the doors to their Yeovil Branch in June 2021 due to high demand during Covid and the closure of a mobility shop in Yeovil. They are proud to be your local Motability Scheme Dealership, and Trusted Specialists in Powerchairs, Mobility Scooters, Riser Recliners and strive to stock as many British manufactured products as possible.

Mendip Mobility Ltd aim to provide excellent service and quality value for money products to their customer base which also reaches further into Wiltshire. The three retail outlets containing their extensive range of rise and recline chairs, adjustable beds, bath lifts, scooters, everyday living aids and quality branded mobility products enable customers to see the equipment first hand and receive professional advice from knowledgeable staff. They are keen to spend time with everyone who comes through their doors. They will discuss your options and needs and provide demonstrations both in store and at home to make sure the products you purchase suit your individual requirements. Contact Yeovil on 01935 713676, their Street store on 01458 448355 or their retail outlet in Trowbridge on 01225 764800, please see their advert for the full address and further details.

Looking after your hearing is more important than you think

Locally we have our own independent hearing healthcare specialists in South West Hearing Care. Owner and founder, Simon Swindells said “For us, the hearing journey is about you and your quality of life, if we can enhance the moments you share with others every single day, hear the television better and hold conversations on the phone, we are doing our job as we have promised.

“And being independent means we specialise in the provision of latest custom-designed hearing solutions not available through

Let South West Hearing help you improve your quality of life this winter.

Exercise class at a Notaro Care Home. Notaro’s La Fontana Garden, Martock.

the NHS. In addition to this, we feel our aftercare service is second-to-none and we will always strive to help you continue to enjoy your hearing once more.”

Consultations are by appointment and can be arranged at your convenience. So, if you or a loved one is suffering from hearing loss, then call South West Hearing Care in Street on 01458 555533 or in Westbury on 01373 823076. Notaro Homes – caring when it matters most

W ith nearly 40 years of experience, Notaro Care Homes have gone from one home in Torquay to 11 homes across Somerset and Devon.

Not only have they physically expanded but they have developed their services too, offering nursing care, specialist care for those with alcohol-related brain damage, respite care, palliative care and care for those with learning and mental health difficulties.

Notaro Homes take a holistic approach to all of their care services. They take into account the needs, thoughts and wishes of residents, and their loved-ones, to provide the best care possible. They look at both the physical needs of a resident and their emotional needs. Their reason for doing so is simple; to create a care package as unique as the individual they provide care for. Find out more at www.notaro homes.co.uk.

Regency Care & Mobility, Crewkerne

Regency Care & Mobility reliably provides an assortment of mobility products and equipment to help make life easier. Situated in Crewkerne, Somerset, their range of scooters, chairs, beds,

and stairlifts are designed to get rid of the stigma that's associated with disability. They provide a range of items that help you or your loved ones maintain independence on a day-to-day basis. Backed by more than 15 years of experience, they're Acorn™ approved and are always happy to provide professional advice. What's more, they also offer free home demos and delivery services so you don't have to worry about a thing. This allows you to test the products to ensure that they're suitable before you go ahead with the purchase. Alternatively, visit their friendly advisers in-store and try out the products there.

Regency Care & Mobility of Crewkerne. Highfield House, Castle Cary

Highfield House is completely dedicated to involving the people who live there in excellent care and support received by listening to, and acting upon people’s feedback. At the heart of Highfield House are their concerns for each person’s happiness, health, safety, wellbeing and dignity. This is reflected by the Beacon Status achieved with the nationally recognised Gold Standards Framework and Awards for Care Home of the Year, and the award for Dementia and Palliative Care. They are also now rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission.

Their vision is to be a leader in providing a responsive care service where the standard of care and calibre of staff are second to none. The mission is to provide a safe, warm and friendly environment where excellent person-centred care is offered and where staff appreciate the unique qualities of each individual living at Highfield House.

The back gardens at Highfield House, Castle Cary.

HIGHFIELD HOUSE

Award Winning Residential Care Home

Passionate about providing EXCELLENT care and support in a homely environment. Situated in the centre of Castle Cary we benefit from all the delights that Castle Cary has to offer within a short walk. Our calibre of staff is second to none and we are here to cater for each and every individual person.

Please feel free to contact us for any further information.