Deciding whether moving into a residential care home is the right choice for yourself or a loved one can, at times, seem overwhelming, and, as with any big decision, it's vital to consider all avenues, the benefits of a care home and how it will impact yours or your families lives.
As people age, their memories tend to deteriorate, which can massively impact how well they can look after themselves, ranging from struggling to get dressed up and forgetting to take daily medicines to falling out of bed at night.
If you think that you or your loved one needs extra everyday assistance, there are numerous care services available, from specialist nurses to
24/7 residential care to temporary respite care. Continue reading this article as we outline the main benefits of a care home and how moving into one can positively impact your whole family.
Are your elderly parents or relatives no longer in a position where it is safe for them to be home alone? The first benefit of a care home we are discussing is the safety you will enjoy when choosing Avon Park Care Home for your care and residential needs.
Our staff are on duty 24/7 to look after residents and assist them in any way possible, from emotional support to the practicality of daily living tasks. All our staff have the proper training and knowledge needed to carry out their job roles, ensuring everyone has the qualifications to deliver exceptional levels of care.
When choosing Avon Park for your residential care needs, you can be confident that you or your loved ones will receive the highest standards of elderly care possible within an environment that encourages a strong sense of community and healthy living.
It is not unusual for older people to feel lonely at some point in their lives, with an estimated 1.4 million elderly people in the UK struggling with loneliness.
At Avon Park Care Home, there are countless opportunities for you to socialise and interact with others of a similar age daily and take part in organised activities and outings. We encourage all residents to live as independently as possible, including partaking in our regular enrichment activities and working with the local community to provide mental stimulation and social interaction.
For more information on the activities we carry out at our residential care home, contact our team today to discuss any questions you may have.
The next benefit of care homes you will notice when completing your move is the easy access to regular nutritionally balanced meals and social mealtimes. Eating a well-balanced diet is essential to living a healthy life at any age and becomes increasingly important as we get older.
Our kitchen and dining facilities mean our residents can maintain a nutrient-dense diet, which is critical for vulnerable older adults and can severely impact their health. When living in Avon Park Care Home, you will be served wholesome and tasty meals, following your dietary needs to get all the nutrition you need with specially curated meal plans to suit the individual requirements of our residents.
For most families, sending an elderly parent or relative to live in a residential care home is a heart-wrenching and challenging decision, which shouldn’t be taken lightly.
By moving an elderly loved one into Avon Park Care Home, you and your family are guaranteed peace of mind knowing that they are well looked after and safe 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
As mentioned, our team is on hand to assist with any needs our residents may have, including medication issues, which are common among elderly people living at home alone; they either miss it or take too much of their medication.
Our adequate medication management systems at Avon Park Care Home ensure that all our residents are monitored accurately and can take their medication properly at the appropriate time and in the correct dosage. We have years of experience managing medication and health needs for numerous residents, covering a range of specific needs and requirements, meaning we will have the knowledge and solution perfect for you.
Here at Avon Park Care Home, we always strive to improve the quality of life of all our residents and offer a wide range of activities throughout the year.
Here is a list of activities we offer our residents:
If you’re still unsure about the benefits of a care home and how it can improve the daily lives of your family members, do not hesitate to
contact us and speak to a member of our team.
Are your elderly parents or close relatives struggling to look after themselves and their homes? As people age, their needs change, and moving to a residential care home might be more convenient.
Long-term care needs can be challenging to manage at home, with individuals suffering from different medical conditions, such as diabetes and blindness, which can be devastating. At Avon Park Care Home, we regularly take care of frail elderly people who live with long-term illnesses and disabilities, offering
permanent residential care and
short-term respite care, allowing you to get some much-needed rest and recharge your batteries.
Hopefully, now that we have outlined the benefits of a care home and the services we provide, you have a better idea of why choosing the right care home is important. At Avon Park Care Home, we always strive to provide the highest quality of care to ensure that our resident's needs are always adequately met.
Our aim is for all our residents to feel welcomed and valued within a homely environment, with the comfort, well-being, and safety of all our residents always a priority. Our highly experienced team of nurses and carers are available 24/7 to ensure your loved one is always cared for.
Throughout your loved one's stay with us, we will ensure that their preferences and choices are met in all aspects of their care, making our residents feel as much at home as possible.
We offer high-quality and affordable elderly care services, including respite breaks and assisted living in Southampton.
Please get in touch with a member of our team or call us today at
01489 574616 for further information to arrange a visit by appointment.
