Houndswood House

Houndswood House Care Home was originally a private residence, built circa 1870s, it stands in approximately five and half acres of stunning gardens and woodland, but has now been developed and extended into a Care Home which provides nursing, palliative and respite care for 55 older residents within warm and homely environment. The Home has been tastefully decorated throughout with individual décor in each bedroom to meet the requirements and needs of each individual resident.There are 41 en-suite bedrooms.The Home boasts a large conservatory leading from one of two substantial airy lounges, two kitchens, two dining rooms and a large secluded garden with a beautiful ornamental fish pond, which offers relaxing atmosphere and a quiet retreat. Our aim is to achieve a comfortable, warm and safe environment to provide a feeling of security, enhancing the quality of life.

The care at Houndswood House is delivered by a dedicated and professional multi-disciplinary team of staff committed to providing quality care. The staff are highly qualified and motivated enabling them to meet the needs of the residents. Each resident has an individual care package, specifically planned to reflect his or her personal needs and choices. A qualified nurse and key worker is assigned to each resident ensuring a holistic approach to individual care and daily fulfilment. Each member of staff is trained to ensure that our residents’ personal dignity is maintained at all times. Resident choice is paramount and residents are actively encouraged to make informed choices and maintain independence. We encourage residents and families to actively participate in the planning of care, which is continually monitored. GP’s, District Nurses, Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists are available to give support as required.

We have specialised equipment to aid with Activities of Living, which include handling and bathing equipment. Residents are welcome to bring in personal treasures and small pieces of furniture to personalise their own room.We also offer the services of an in-house hairdresser, Chiropodist and Optician. Our in-house chef ensures a choice of menus creating fresh, nutritious, homemade meals catering for all cultural, medical diets and personal preferences.We have an Activities Co-ordinator who organises a wide range of daily activities both in and out of the Home. Outside entertainers visit the Home on regular basis. Our own transport is used for visits to local places of interest and for hospital appointments as required. Religious services are held in the home and there are two churches nearby.Activities are planned to meet the residents’ needs but we also respect a person’s need for peace and quiet and choice on how they spend their day.