Swimbridge House Nursing Home
Book a Visit
Welcombe Lane
Swimbridge
Barnstaple
North Devon
EX32 0QT
| Care Type | Care Home |
|---|---|
| Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,040.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
Meet The Manager
Martine Butler is Registered Manager at Swimbridge House Nursing Home.
Martine is a qualified nurse with over 30 years’ experience of working within the Health and Social care sectors. Prior to joining Swimbridge House she worked as a senior regulatory inspector, quality and compliance manager, and care home manager within the independent sector and with Devon County Council, and most recently as Nurse Educator and Safeguarding Lead. Martine’s skills and experiences have equipped her with a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement, a process that she aims will become synonymous with the reputation of Swimbridge House.
Swimbridge House Nursing Home is a 44-bed nursing home, for those over 65, with a very homely atmosphere and plenty of personal attention.
The Home offers nursing, residential and respite care in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, where the physical and mental well-being of each resident is looked after in a warm and welcoming environment. The Home also specialises in dementia care and is accredited for the ‘Six Steps’ End-of-Life Care. The home is registered with the Care Quality Commission and is rated as ‘Good’.
The home is situated just outside the North Devon village of Swimbridge in a scenic rural setting, close to the A361 link road and in between the regional centre of Barnstaple and South Molton.
To help decide if Swimbridge House is a suitable choice, we provide a free trial day where potential residents can experience first-hand the benefits of our Home.
Swimbridge House - Video tour of the home
Swimbridge House
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
|---|---|
| Support For | Companionship, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository. |
| Nursing Specialisms | Cancer, Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Lung Disease, Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy (MD), Pain Management, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Agitation / Restlessness, Disrupted Sleep Patterns, Mild Forgetfulness, Wandering . |
| Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
| Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
|---|---|---|
 |
Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
|
Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
|
Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices | We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting. |
|
Virus Testing | We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting. |
| Safe Visiting Space | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|||||
| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
|---|
|
Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) Yes, our care home has WiFi in all our resident’s rooms. Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) Yes, our care home has mobile phone signal in all our resident’s rooms. Telephone for external calling No, our care home does not provide a telephone in residents’ rooms. Family Portal Yes, our care home has provides families with a family portal. Find out more about Family Portals. |
Social media provides an up to date window on the activities within a provider's setting.
With the restrictions on visiting during the pandemic, social media platforms such as these offer real insight when you are choosing a provider.
We are on Facebook| Minimum Age |
|---|
| 65 |
| LGBTQ Welcome |
|---|
| Yes |
| Our Building and Facilities |
|---|
|
Accommodation Swimbridge House has a total of 44 bedrooms for residents’ use, all with lovely views of the surrounding countryside or overlooking our gardens. Many spacious bedrooms have en-suite wet rooms and others have en-suite toilets and washbasins. Each room is equipped with night lights, aerial cable, nursing bed duvet, pillows, and covers, a wardrobe, bedside table, arm chair and chest of drawers. There are electric profiling beds and a nurse call system in all the bedrooms. Since individuality is at the heart of our vision, residents are welcome to personalise their rooms by bringing special photographs, mementos and items of furniture. Communal areas The three bright, comfortable and sunny lounges are well equipped with armchairs, sofas and fitted laminate flooring and have views of the garden. Side corners allow family and friends to be welcomed in a homely, private environment. The dining rooms are situated on the ground floor and are connected to the lounge areas. Level access is available to all bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas, including ramped access to car park and gardens. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
|---|
| Yes |
| The Year Our Home Was Built |
|---|
| 1 Jun 2019 |
| How Many Floors We Have |
|---|
| 2 |
| Who Owns Our Building |
|---|
| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
|---|
| Activities Room, Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
|---|
| Assisted Bathroom, Beauty Salon, Chiropodist, Hairdressers, Lift, Minibus. |
| Our Garden |
|---|
| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Greenhouse, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Summer House, Vegetable Plot, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| How 'Smart' Are We? |
|---|
| Individual Heating Controls. |
| Our Photos |
|---|
| Description |
|---|
|
Each new bedroom has en-suite facilities with a shower and is tastefully decorated, with a unique and homely feel. To provide an environment suited for high quality care, all bedrooms have electric profiling beds, usability aids and a nurse call system. Other features include a wide corridor for easy wheelchair access, underfloor heating, ceiling hoists and grab-rails. |
| About Our Rooms | |
|---|---|
| Number Of Rooms | 44 |
| Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 42 |
| Type Of Room |
|---|
| Single Room. |
| Room Features |
|---|
| Balcony, Direct Garden Access, Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
|---|
| Alarm, Balconet, Catch up TV, Freeview TV, Internet Access, Safe, Secure Access, Wifi. |
| Our Photos |
|---|
|
| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
|---|---|
| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,040.00 |
| Nursing Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,260.00 |
| Residential Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,040.00 |
| Nursing Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,260.00 |
| Respite Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,200.00 |
| Funding Types | |
|---|---|
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Region | South West |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | Yes |
| We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
| Styles of Food |
 Pureed
Vegan
Vegetarian
|
|---|---|
| Dining Locations |
Bedroom Dining
Lounge/Diner
|
| Dining Styles |
Hot Trolley
Room Service
|
| Our Photos |
The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
Hot Trolley
Room Service
A critical component for good health.
5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
A Private Dining room is bookable for residents and their families.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff also dine themselves with the residents they support.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
There is a weekly menu.
We offer catering for special events.
Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Vegan food can be served.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
We monitor our food waste.
We grow some food and/or ingredients on site.
We use locally sourced and locally grown or reared food.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
| Activities Are So Important |
|---|
|
A wide range of activities is provided to help keep a healthy body and mind and we will support residents to retain their independence to enjoy current hobbies and even pursue new hobbies. The Home has Activity co-ordinators to ensure that activities on offer are tailored to suit the needs of the residents. As well as a herb garden encouraging planting sessions, the home has its own mini-van, meaning residents can enjoy days out, for example at the local gardening centre or even at the beach. |
| Our Photos |
|---|
| Activities At Home |
|---|
| 1 to 1 Activities, Animal Petting, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Cooking, Crafts, Dancing, Excursions, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Music Therapy, Painting, Pet Therapy, Quiz Games, Religious Services, Reminiscence, Residents' Committee, Singing, Themed Events, Visiting Entertainment. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
|---|
| Garden Centre, Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Shopping Centre. |
| Our Pets |
|---|
|
We recognise the right of the individual resident to live the lifestyle of their choosing, subject to an appropriate Risk Assessment. It is the Policy of Swimbridge House Nursing Home that the only types of pet that will be permitted in the Home will be those that can be taken care of by the resident or their family and that cause no risk for the home, any other resident and the staff, all at the proprietors’ discretion. |
| Can You Bring Your Pet |
|---|
| Yes |
| How We Help With Your Pet |
|---|
| Feeding. |
| We Welcome |
|---|
| Birds, Cats, Dogs, Others (subject to review). |
Welcombe Lane
Swimbridge
Barnstaple
North Devon
EX32 0QT
Regulator: CQC
| Current Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Overall | Good |
| Safe | Good |
| Well Led | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Last inspected | 3rd January 2019 |
| Last rated | 29th January 2019 |
| Current Report |
|
| Historic Reports |
|
| Registration Date | 20th August 2013 |
| Service Provider | Vaneal Ltd, EX32 0QT |
Swimbridge House Nursing Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)
| Transport |
|---|
| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park on-site. |
| Places of Worship |
|---|
| Anglican Church. |
| Nearby Services |
|---|
| Pub. |
Frequently asked questions about Swimbridge House Nursing Home
The UK's largest & most detailed directory of elderly care and retirement living options
10,391
Care Homes
12,292
Home Care Services
1,406
Live-in Care Services
1,818
Retirement Living Developments
Autumna is the UK's largest and most comprehensive later-life living & elderly care directory. Our detailed search facility and team of expert advisors can help you find the best care homes, nursing homes, retirement homes, retirement villages, home care, and live-in care services for you or your loved one's needs. Our website is free to use, we are proudly independent, and we never take referral fees.
