Southernwood House Care Home in Spalding

Southernwood House is situated within approximately half an acre of grounds in a quiet suburb of Spalding, within easy reach of the town centre and close to local amenities.

The home is an elegant, detached, two-storey property built in the 1920s, which has, for the most part, been sympathetically extended over the years.

The property fronts Matmore Gate, with two access points leading to a surfaced parking area accommodating approximately eight to ten cars. To the rear of the home are attractive gardens incorporating a summer house.

The most recent two-storey extension was added in 1987, increasing the number of available rooms.

There are 14 single bedrooms and one double bedroom on the ground floor, all with easy, level access. The first floor comprises a further six single bedrooms and one double bedroom, accessible by conventional stairs or a separate stairlift.

Many of the bedrooms are equipped with en-suite facilities, providing additional comfort and convenience for residents.

The first impression a visitor has when entering Southernwood House is one of comfort and friendliness. Many features of the original house have been maintained, while necessary alterations have been made to enable residents to live as independently and comfortably as possible.

All 28 bedrooms have washbasins, with the majority having en-suite toilets, and are furnished to a high standard. Most bedrooms are situated on the ground floor, with six rooms of the original mansion on the first floor, accessible via two staircases and a chairlift.

All rooms have a nurse call system installed. Residents are encouraged to bring personal possessions to create as homely an environment as possible. All rooms have TV aerial facilities, and televisions can be supplied at an additional charge. Residents may also have telephones installed at their own expense.

There are two lounges, a pleasant conservatory area and two dining rooms. The locally praised, vibrantly colourful garden is an oasis to be enjoyed during the summer months by residents and visitors alike.

The home also has a dedicated shower/wet room.

Dining is regarded as the focal points in the day. Meals are prepared using fresh ingredients, with a diverse range of menus produced by our much-acclaimed, fully managed kitchen.

Special diets are catered for where necessary, and personal preferences are taken into account. Residents can dine in their rooms or in the communal dining areas of the home.

There are two main choices of meals and desserts at lunchtime, with special requests also accommodated. For supper, residents have a choice of hot or cold meals, followed by dessert.

Hot drinks are served throughout the day and evening, accompanied by biscuits and cakes. Beverages and snacks are also available at all times.

Mealtimes are sociable occasions, and residents are encouraged to leave their rooms and enjoy dining together. However, meals can also be served in their rooms if they prefer.

Relatives and friends are welcome to join residents for meals by prior arrangement and may visit for coffee or tea at any time.

During the summer months, refreshments are served in the garden, providing a pleasant interlude for residents and visitors alike.