DESCRIPTION

St Cross Grange provides accommodation for 30 residents in a fine, historic building situated in its own grounds. The Grange is set in semi-rural surroundings on the southern outskirts of Winchester. It is only a short walk from St Cross Post Office and near the bus stop serving the town centre, the local church and the city of Southampton. The Home is close to the main B3335 road and the M3 which makes it easy for friends and relatives to visit by car.

The ground floor in this Home is particularly spacious with a large and comfortable lounge, conservatory and library. There is a delightful patio and sheltered garden to enjoy. This is a non-smoking home. Each bed-sitting room is bright and tastefully decorated each with different, but agreeable, views. They are all equipped with an emergency call system, T.V. point, easily accessible light switches and plug sockets. Residents are encouraged to bring in personal items such as pictures, ornaments and small items of furniture. A pay phone is available but if you wish, you may have a telephone in your own room.

A qualified and experienced senior staff team provide 24 hour care supervision for the home, and they are ably supported by trained Care Assistants, catering and domestic staff. The team aim to provide comfort and companionship in a supportive environment. Each resident is encouraged to lead his/her own life as independently as possible; individual cultural and religious needs are respected. There is a regular programme of activities for all residents who wish to take part, as well as outings and entertainment.

THE CARE

Our philosophy of care
Each Greensleeves home is unique, with settings ranging from a listed Georgian country house, to a modern purpose-built home in a London suburb. What is standard to all the homes, however, is a commitment to offer high quality care for older people in comfortable and affordable accommodation. We aim to take account of individual needs, to respect residents'' rights, dignity and privacy and to give them the maximum opportunity to exercise personal autonomy and choice.

Greensleeves homes are registered under the Care Standards Act 2000 for the provision of personal care only. We are able to offer prolonged care for those with a variety of conditions providing that specialised nursing care is not required.

Before you move into one of our homes, therefore, we carry out a full assessment of your health, personal and social needs with you. This helps to decide whether a Greensleeves home will be right for you, and provides the basis for your plan of care when you move in.