Westbury Grange Nursing Home, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK16 8JA

Owned by: Methodist Homes

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Owner's description

“MHA has provided dementia care services at Westbury since 1989 in partnership with the local Primary Care Trust and Council. The Home was MHA’s first to provide a high-quality service specifically for older people with dementia. With an emphasis on person-centred care, Westbury offers specially trained staff to build relationships and ensure the individual’s preferred way of living is continued and their identity and personality maintained. Small-group living provides a homely environment where everyday living skills can be continued, and safe access to outside areas encourages enjoyment of the gardens and fresh air.
MHA’s person-centred approach is also extended to the partners of residents. “Some relatives stay all day or come for lunch on Sunday,” writes one staff member. “Many regard Westbury as their second home and some still visit despite losing their loved one some years ago.”
Two decades on, following the development of the site, residents moved next door to a newly refurbished and extended care home with dementia care and nursing facilities which has been renamed Westbury Grange. Whilst the original care home has made way for purpose-built apartments known as 'The Limes' for individuals and couples, one or both of whom need 24-hour care. In this way the person-centred care and choice that informs day to day activities is also being placed at the heart of major change and opportunity....” show more

Main facts

Care home with nursing
Conditions cared for: Older people generally / People with dementia
Care period: Longer stay
This home accommodates 45 residents in 45 single rooms (45 en suite)
Residents may bring their own furniture. There is some flexibility about meals. Residents can usually bring their pet. Activities are arranged. There are opportunities to pursue hobbies
Cost: Not available

Info updated: 28/11/2011. Update info