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Moving
into residential or nursing care is a big step. Whatever the
circumstances, it represents a major life change, not only for the
person concerned, but also for family and friends. At Milkwood, we
believe it can - and should - be a positive, life-enhancing experience.
This is the guiding principle at the heart of every Milkwood Home.
Our homes are in quiet,
tranquil, yet accessible locations, offering the perfect balance of
security and privacy with local facilities and easy visiting. We're very
proud of our gardens and grounds., which residents and their visitors
are free to use at any time. We also pride ourselves on creating a
friendly, sociable atmosphere with a range of activities and
entertainment. Our communal lounges are comfortably furnished and
equipped with televisions, DVD players and hi-fi, and every home offers
a full social programme that residents can join in with as and when they
wish.
All rooms, many of which are
ensuite, have a television point and cordless telephone, and we
encourage residents to make their room their own. We're also happy to
discuss the possibility of keeping pets. With passenger and stair lifts,
specialist bathrooms and numerous toilets, all our homes are suitable
for wheelchair users and those with other special needs.
But while the fabric of
our buildings is important, it's our people who really make them feel
like home. We've developed teams of fully-trained highly motivated
professionals, dedicated to meeting the physical, social and emotional
needs of the residents in their care 24 hours a day. They're supported
by local doctors, nurses chiropodists, hairdressers, opticians and
dentists, with visiting clergy offering additional pastoral care. We've
long recognised the vital importance of a varied and balanced diet in
promoting health and well-being, so all our meals are freshly prepared
by experienced chefs, using local ingredients whenever possible.
Above all, we aim to
provide a personal, caring environment, where everything is done for the
benefit of residents. Because we never forget whose home this really is.
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