Residential care offers a safe and supportive environment in which loved ones can thrive with dignity and independence.
Lilian Faithfull Care combines highly trained caring expertise with a personal touch. From social activities that foster connection and community to home cooked meals and round-the-clock support, SoGlos rounds up the many advantages of choosing residential care for loved ones.
Personalised care
With 75 years of experience caring for and supporting elderly people in Gloucestershire, Lilian Faithfull Care prides itself on providing care that is truly personalised for each of its residents and day centre visitors.
When in the process of moving loved ones into a care home, making sure they'll be cared for in a way that suits them is the most important thing. Each resident has their own individual care plan, while being supported by staff who are trained to cater to all different care requirements, such as complex dementia.
Daily activities
One of the best reasons to move into a care home is the addition of daily activities to your life — something that might not otherwise be possible.
Lilian Faithfull Care provides its residents with a programme of recreational activities to take part in, all tailored to suit preferences and hobbies, whether in a group or as an individual — from baking, pet therapy and arts and crafts to exercise and musical performances; there's even a bus and a trishaw bike for off-site day trips and activities!
'Home from home' comfort
One of the main worries for those considering residential care and their families is the thought and prospect of leaving their home and creature comforts.
Lilian Faithfull Care's network of homes across Gloucestershire are all designed to feel like a 'home from home', with each resident invited to bring some of their own possessions to decorate their rooms in their own personal way.
Access to physiotherapy
A really unique addition to the traditional care home experience, Lilian Faithfull Care offers physiotherapy to the residents across its homes — its team of physios are even award-winning!
The service helps to improve the quality of life for many residents, by improving mobility, enhancing independence and reducing the risk of falling.
Independent living
Independent living apartments are available at Bay Tree Court in Prestbury, allowing residents to maintain autonomy over their day-to-day routines whilst having the security of knowing support is available when required.
Residents living at a Lilian Faithfull Care home can form a lifestyle that is as independent as they wish.
Life affirming projects
Offering the perfect opportunity to reminisce and reflect on a lifetime of memories, Lilian Faithfull Care's remarkable lives project was established to share the stories of residents and highlight the incredible lives led.
Some of these stories have been covered by SoGlos, with residents sharing their royal coronation memories, and paying tribute to D-Day veterans on the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings.
Community feel
Lilian Faithfull Care is made up six homes across Gloucestershire, each connecting to provide a real community feel that is so valuable to the mental health and wellbeing of residents.
There are regular events for residents to take part in that bring them together to socialise, as well as a partnership with local schools and colleges that encourages intergenerational activities and friendships — with the Lilian Faithfull Care day hubs offering individuals who may be feeling lonely a safe and supportive environment to be part of the LFC community, too.
Great home-cooked meals
All food at Lilian Faithfull Care's network of homes is home cooked and nutritious, with hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners all balanced and locally sourced — and teatime served up every afternoon featuring a selection of sandwiches, cakes and biscuits.
Plus, for those who require assistance during mealtimes, the care teams use their deep understanding of each resident's requirements to support eating and drinking. The specially trained chefs prepare each meal in the most suitable way, such as in small bite sizes or pureed, to make them more enjoyable for residents.
The 'Home for Life' promise
Importantly, the main advantage of moving into a Lilian Faithfull Care home is its 'Home for Life' promise; meaning a resident will never be asked to leave for financial reasons, promising safety, stability and security for residents and their families.
The decision to move into residential care can be a daunting and stressful time and Lilian Faithfull Care have a customer relationship manager to answer any questions and provide support for the transition.
