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Henfield Road
Upper Beeding
Steyning
West Sussex
BN44 3TF

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Care Type Care Home
Care Category Residential | Nursing | Respite
Availability Yes
Regulator's Rating Outstanding
Meet The Manager

Ana-Marie Barbu is Registered Manager at Valerie Manor.

I am a registered nurse, with 7 years experience in elderly care. I started as a carer and worked my way up to management. I recently obtained a level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Care. I have been at Valerie Manor since October. I am proud to be part of such an amazing team and to be able to use my skills and knowledge to support our residents and their wellbeing.

Ana-Marie Barbu

At Valerie Manor we understand how difficult it can be making the move to a care home. Our specially trained manager and staff are here to offer the care, support and security that you need and deserve, ensuring you or a loved one are not alone when you need help.

Valerie Manor Nursing and Residential Care Home is a small family run home where we are committed to providing professional and considerate care in our homely environment. The well-being and happiness of our residents is paramount, with our carefully selected team of qualified and dedicated staff focusing daily on the individual needs of our residents, making every effort to make Valerie Manor a home from home, whether permanent or respite.

Delightfully situated in the heart of West Sussex, at the foot of the South Downs within the designated National Park, Valerie Manor’s rural setting offers a relaxed, warm and healthy atmosphere in our small community.


Care Options We Can Provide
Support For Companionship, Convalescence, Daily Respite Care, End of Life, Independent Living, Mental Healthcare, Nursing Dementia / EMI, Palliative, Personal care, Support for Couples.
Disability Support Bed Bound, Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Visual Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound.
Medication By Mouth, Change Catheter, Electronic Medication Management, Injection, Suppository.
Nursing Specialisms Cancer, Epilepsy, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke.
Type Of Dementia Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia.
Dementia Behaviour Mild Forgetfulness.
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.

What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe

We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our staff and clients.

Infection Control Initiatives in place
safe-tick Infection Control Training Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
safe-tick Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting.
safe-tick Virus Testing We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below.
Regulator: CQC
safe-tick Use of PPE The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely.
View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports.
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)

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”)

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

Telephone for external calling

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

Family Portal

Yes, our care home has provides families with a family portal. Find out more about Family Portals.

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Minimum Age
60

Our Building and Facilities

Residents are free to explore Valerie Manor and settle in their favourite part of the home, choosing to socialise with other residents, meet with visiting friends or family, or simply relax on their own in a quiet area. We’ve a variety of areas to choose from, each with their own character and atmosphere.

Our stunning light and airy conservatory forms the meeting point between our Nursing and Residential wings. With reflective roof glass, a stylish electric ceiling fan and classic white plantation shutters, it’s an elegant and comfortable area to socialise or just sit and enjoy views across the gardens and South Downs. Step out on a summer’s day and enjoy the water fountain or raised planters just a few steps away.

Our comfortable lounge, in the original part of the building, features a handsome oak beamed ceiling with large inglenook fireplace.  Attractively furnished, creating a warm, homely atmosphere of informal intimacy. There is also a small ornamental bar where residents have the opportunity to enjoy an occasional sherry if desired and also provides the focal point for our popular “Rabbit Hole Club”.


Is Our Home Purpose Built
No

How Many Floors We Have
1

Who Owns Our Building
Private

Communal Rooms
Coffee Shop / Café, Conservatory, Dining Rooms, Library, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges.

What Else Do We Provide
Assisted Bathroom, Chiropodist, Dentist, GP, Hairdressers, Library, Lift, Minibus, Nutritionist, Optician.

Our Garden
Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Scenic Views, Seating.

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Description

All rooms at Valerie Manor are en-suite with 24-hour nurse call. Rooms are comfortably furnished but every encouragement is given to residents to establish their home with small personal items of furniture. Telephone points are available in most rooms.


About Our Rooms
Number Of Rooms 23
Number Of Ensuite Rooms 23
We offer these types of ensuite rooms: WC and Basin.

Type Of Room
Single Room.

Room Features
Direct Garden Access, Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access.

Room Facilities
Freeview TV, Internet Access, Safe, Telephone Point, Wifi.

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Funding Types
Local Authority West Sussex
Region South East
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 Logo

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 Pink tick icon Gluten-free Pink tick icon Halal Pink tick icon Kosher Pink tick icon Pureed Pink tick icon Vegan Pink tick icon Vegetarian
Dining Locations Pink tick icon Bedroom Dining Pink tick icon Lounge/Diner
Dining Styles Pink tick icon A la Carte
Hospitality Pink tick icon Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.

Pink tick icon Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.


Pink tick icon Individual dietary needs are person centred.


Pink tick icon Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.


Pink tick icon Our menu is balanced.

Pink tick icon Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.


Pink tick icon Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).

Pink tick icon A la Carte

A critical component for good health.

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Pink tick icon 5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards.


Pink tick icon Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.


Pink tick icon We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.

Pink tick icon We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.

Pink tick icon We have allergen management policies in place.

A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.

Pink tick icon A Private Dining room is bookable for residents and their families.


Pink tick icon Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].


Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.


Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.


Pink tick icon Residents have access to Dining Room.


Pink tick icon Residents have the option of dining in their own room.

Pink tick icon Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.


Pink tick icon Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.

Pink tick icon More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.


Pink tick icon Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.


Pink tick icon There is a weekly menu.


Pink tick icon We offer catering for special events.

Pink tick icon Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.

Pink tick icon 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.

Pink tick icon Halal food can be served.


Pink tick icon Kosher food can be served.

Pink tick icon Gluten-free food can be served.


Pink tick icon Vegan food can be served.


Pink tick icon Vegetarian food can be served.


Pink tick icon We can support people with Diabetes.

Delivering a respectful and quality service.

Pink tick icon Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.

Pink tick icon Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.


Pink tick icon Tables are well laid.


Pink tick icon We have food theme days/nights.

Pink tick icon Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.

Pink tick icon Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).


Pink tick icon We promote an inclusive dining experience.

Pink tick icon There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.

Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.

Pink tick icon We correctly dispose of our waste.


Pink tick icon We have a waste management system.


Pink tick icon We monitor our food waste.

Pink tick icon We use locally sourced and locally grown or reared food.


Pink tick icon We use organically grown food.

Pink tick icon Our energy usage is well maintained.


Pink tick icon We are actively reducing food mileage.

Activities Are So Important

As a part of your care arrangement, you will be supported with basic and physical activities of daily living to live as ordinary life as possible, suited to your abilities, at home and in the community.


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Activities At Home
1 to 1 Activities, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Choir, Crafts, Crosswords, Dancing, Excursions, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Music Therapy, Painting, Quiz Games, Religious Services, Reminiscence, Residents' Committee, Themed Events, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games.

Activities Outside Our Home
Garden Centre, Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Pub, Shopping, Shopping Centre.

Henfield Road
Upper Beeding
Steyning
West Sussex
BN44 3TF

Regulator: CQC

Current Ratings
Overall Outstanding
Safe Outstanding
Well Led Outstanding
Caring Outstanding
Responsive Good
Effective Outstanding
Inspection Reports
Last inspected 16th August 2017
Last rated 27th October 2017
Current Report

Valerie Manor Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

Historic Reports

Valerie Manor Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

Registration Date 11th November 2010
Service Provider Home Care Home Limited, BN44 3TF
Transport
Bus Stop nearby, Car Park on-site.

Places of Worship
Anglican Church.

Nearby Services
Chemist, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops.

Frequently asked questions about Valerie Manor

Valerie Manor was given an overall rating of "Outstanding" by the CQC in October 2017.
Valerie Manor provides Residential, Nursing and Respite care.
Valerie Manor has 23 rooms.
Yes. Valerie Manor does offer Residential care.
Yes. Valerie Manor does offer Respite care.
No. Valerie Manor does not provide care for people with Dementia.
Valerie Manor comes under West Sussex.
Valerie Manor accepts Local Authority clients.
Valerie Manor accepts NHS Continuing Healthcare clients.
Ana-Marie Barbu is the manager of Valerie Manor.

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