Description
Guildford Road, Clemsfold, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 3PW
Philosophy
Our aim is to provide a service that offers support and stimulation to help people we support maximise their potential physical, intellectual, emotional and social capacity within an individual person-centred plan.
People have the right to have the respect of those who support them.
The friendly and homely atmosphere we have created at Beech Lodge and Oak Lodge ensures that people we support are able to continue their lifestyle with personal privacy and dignity.
The peace and tranquillity of our lovely location are enjoyed by the people we support who are confident of the high standards of care.
Facilities
The service comprises two parts each comprising of ten bedrooms all with en-suite facilities and specialist nursing care for people with learning and/or physical difficulties.
- Call system in all rooms
- Audio loop system
- Own transport
- Track hoists
- Specialist bath
- Spa pool
- Weekly GP visits
- Multi-sensory room
Care
Nursing care is of prime importance and is provided 24 hours a day by our qualified and experienced staff under the personal supervision of the Registered Manager. Local GPs visit the service regularly and are on call at all times.
Catering
Our home cooked meals are prepared by dedicated chefs and we ensure that we cater for a wide variety of specialist diets and individual dietary needs.
Therapy Input
SHC retains the services of a range of therapists and expert advice is available on all aspects of care, recreational pursuits or the environment. Complimentary therapies such as aromatherapy, reflexology and physiotherapy are available.
Activities
Beech Lodge and Oak Lodge benefits from an Activity Organiser who devises and carries out personalised activity plans, alongside the person we support’s key worker. The many activities include music, arts and crafts, cooking, hydrotherapy and swimming.
The people we support benefit from the use of their own specially adapted vehicles for outings and sporting activities. Participation in further education and leisure activities at local colleges and outreach facilities are available to all including our own on-site day centre.
Every effort is made to enable people to keep in touch with their friends and relatives. Advocacy and volunteer befriending schemes are encouraged.
Training
All staff undertake an induction programme at our training academy when joining SHC. In addition, a system of supervision and support for staff enables them to gain experience and increase their skills. Extensive in-house training is provided by the SHC training team and QCF courses are undertaken in conjunction with local colleges. The Care Certificate is available to all new staff.
