Ivy House is a residential care home that offers a warm, welcoming environment designed to provide comfort and security for its residents. The Victorian building, beautifully restored and maintained, stands amid tranquil gardens, featuring a charming courtyard and a selection of seating areas where residents can enjoy fresh air and socialise with friends or family. The home is furnished to create a homelike ambiance, with bright and airy communal lounges that offer opportunities for relaxation, conversation, and participation in a variety of activities.
Within Ivy House, residents have the choice of individually decorated rooms, many of which come with en-suite facilities. Each room is thoughtfully designed to ensure privacy and independence, with the option for residents to personalise their space with cherished belongings and keepsakes. The dining experience at Ivy House is carefully considered, focusing on home-cooked meals made from fresh, seasonal ingredients, and tailored to the dietary preferences and needs of each individual. Meals are typically served in a sociable dining room, though residents can also choose to dine in the comfort of their own rooms if they prefer.
A vibrant social program forms a core part of daily life at Ivy House. Residents can participate in a range of thoughtfully planned activities such as arts and crafts sessions, musical gatherings, gentle exercise classes, gardening in the courtyard, and themed events that celebrate various seasons and holidays. The library room provides a tranquil space for reading, quiet reflection, or pursuing a hobby, while regular visits from entertainers and pet therapy animals add variety and enhance wellbeing.
The skilled care team at Ivy House is committed to providing person-centred support, with each resident benefitting from an individual care plan tailored to their wishes, routines, and health needs. Support is available around the clock, ensuring that residents receive not only assistance with daily living activities but also companionship and reassurance. The team facilitates strong links with local healthcare professionals to ensure residents' medical and emotional wellbeing is carefully monitored, and they offer support and information to families to create a close-knit, community atmosphere. Ivy House is dedicated to ensuring every individual feels respected, cared for, and encouraged to maintain independence and continue pursuing the interests they love.