WATHWOOD

LODGE
Specialist Respite Centre

Wathwood Lodge is a privately owned respite house with accommodation for 6 people
offering a short break service. The home is run by highly trained and experienced staff

The Facilities

whose primary goal is to offer an environment which feels like home, whilst maintaining

Wathwood Lodge is situated on WathWood Drive Just off Wathwood Road in swinton close to local

the highest standards of professional care 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365 days a year.

shops and on the local bus route.

We offer services for residents with various conditions including:

Built in 1939, Wathwood Lodge is a superb six bedroom detached house set in stunning gardens
with breathtaking views over adjoining countryside, and is certainly a serious consideration
for any discerning customer looking for respite in the area. The accommodation retains many

Registered Care Categories:

original features including stained glass windows and oak panelling and yet offers many modern
comforts. Wathwood Lodge has six large bedrooms comprising two double and four single rooms.

Dementia

On the ground floor there is a newly decorated, fully accessible bedroom with a profiling bed and

Learning Disability

wheelchair accessible shower. Upstairs we have two double and three single rooms, (one with

Old Age

ensuite shower) all with stunning views over the gardens and countryside, and is furnished and

Physical Disability

decorated beautifully. Additionally, Wathwood Lodge has a number of communal areas including a
brand new fitted kitchen, large living room / dining room with a 50 television with SKY, and wireless
internet throughout.

Specialist Care Categories:

The hallway is another reception area where residents can sit and have some quiet time alone or
with visitors. To the rear is a large accessible paved patio with an attractive summer house and

Alzheimers

further onto the magnificent gardens with a large expanse of lawn which offers open views over

Asperger Syndrome

fields and beyond. The property is accessed via Wathwood Drive with a large sweeping approach

Autism/ASD

which provides ample parking space, and benefits from views over our landscaped gardens.

Cerebral Palsy
Epilepsy
Head/Brain Injury

Staff

Huntingtons Disease

Wathwood Lodge is staffed 24 hours a day. Staff are employed through a robust recruitment

Motor Neurone Disease

procedure which includes a thorough background check. All care staff are trained in line with the

Multiple Sclerosis

up to date regulations to ensure that the staff have the appropriate qualifications and skills to work
with our residents.

Muscular Dystrophy

Neuropathic

The staff at Wathwood Lodge work as a team to ensure that the services and care on offer are of a

Orthopaedic

high standard. An ongoing programme of staff training and development is in place to ensure up to

Parkinsons Disease

date care, knowledge and best practice.

Speech Impairment
Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
Stroke
Visual Impairment

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Nutrition

Activities

The home offers a nutritional diet with a varied menu. There are opportunities for residents

Planned entertainment and activities are arranged within the home in consultation with the

to prepare hot and cold snacks, and drinks (hot and cold) are available for your use

residents on an ongoing basis. Resident are encouraged to continue to be involved in any activities

throughout the day /night. Mealtimes can be flexible. You can eat your meals in your own

and clubs they enjoyed while living at home but we understand that you may also prefer to not get
involved.

room if you choose to do so.

If you need a special diet for medical, cultural or religious reasons, this can be arranged. The

Laundry

staff will discuss the menu and your personal preferences on a regular basis.

A laundry service is provided for personal clothing, bedding and towels as part of this service.

Pets

Social, cultural and religious beliefs

Pets are welcome but will be assessed on an individual basis.

It is important that your social, cultural and religious beliefs or faith are known and respected

Individual support plan

by staff and that you are given the opportunity and support you may need to practice your
beliefs. You may wish to continue with your present arrangements enabling attendance at

Residents have the right to make decisions about their care needs and about your life in the home.

your chosen place of worship. Holy Communion Service is held weekly and Church Service

Our staff will prepare a support plan with you and/or your representative, to agree and detail of your

held monthly in Wathwood Lodge. All faiths and spiritual advisers welcome.

care needs and the best way to meet them.

Health and safety

Individual risk assessment

As part of our fire regulations all visitors must sign in and out of the home using the visitors

A risk assessment will be prepared with you and/or your representative to identify any risks associated
with your care. You will be offered a copy of this to keep. Regular reviews will be arranged and if your

book. Staff will ensure that you and your visitors are familiar with fire evacuation procedures

needs change your support plan and risk assessment documents will be updated.

which are displayed throughout the home.

The fire protection system together with fire equipment is regularly checked and

Your rights

maintained. The home carries out regular fire drills. There is a sprinkler system in place and

On becoming a resident in Wathwood Lodge you keep all civil rights that you had in your own

emergency lighting in the event of a fire.

home. Staff will always respect and actively promote your individual rights. You have responsibility
to consider the rights and needs of others around you and you can expect the same consideration in

Copies of health and safety and environmental health reports on Wathwood Lodge are

return. Wathwood Lodge believes that each person is an individual and that society should respect

available to read on request. If you have any concerns or comments then let a member of

that individual and their fundamental rights as a citizen.

staff know.

Confidentiality

Heating will be kept at a warm comfortable temperature. If your room temperature is not

The council has a duty to keep written records for each person who lives in one of its care homes.

to your satisfaction, then staff will help you to alter your room temperature.

These are kept in a secure place. All information shared with staff members is treated confidentially.
Staff will ask you and /or your representatives, for permission to share information with others

All electrical equipment provided in the care home will be subject to periodic inspections

involved in your care provision, such as, GP and/or district nurse. When using information about you

by a competent person.

we will respect your legal rights under the Data Protection Act 1998. If you wish to see your personal
record staff will help you to do this.

You may bring your own furniture and soft furnishings into your own room as long as they

Principles of care

comply with current fire safety regulations.

National Care Standards for Care Homes for Older People have been set and your services will be
delivered in line with these standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dignity

Q What is respite care?

A Respite care is short term personal care and support provided in a residential care or nursing home.

Your right to:

be treated with dignity and respect at all times

enjoy a full range of social relationships

Q Who is respite care suitable for?

A Respite care is suitable for the following people:
People leaving hospital who want to recuperate before returning home
People wanting to try residential care to see if it is suitable for them.
People who are cared for at home by friends and relatives who are going on holiday or are unwell themselves.
In some cases funding is available from Social Services for this type of care. Further details are available from Social Services.

Privacy

Q: What services can I expect from respite care at Wathwood Lodge?

A Wathwood Lodge has a number of individual respite rooms, all of which are comfortably furnished . Assisted bathing facilities are
also available. Each room is fully furnished and has a television and a telephone which accepts incoming calls. The respite suite has
its own lounge and there are several other areas located around Wathwood Lodge which you are encouraged to enjoy. Within our
extensive grounds there is a huge garden with great views over the countryside. We have a large fountain and pond with beautiful
fish and other wildlife to watch and feed. We also have 2 large planting areas which are for plants flowers and growing our own
vegetables. We offer a wide and varied selection of meals to cater for all tastes and hot and cold drinks and snacks are available at
all times.

Your right to:

have your privacy and property respected

be free from unnecessary intrusion

Choice

Q How do I apply for respite care at Wathwood Lodge?

We advise you to telephone or e-mail us in the first instance to check respite room availability. We will then provisionally book the
dates requested and will send you a booking form.

Your right to:

make informed choices, while recognising the rights of other people to do the same
know about the range of choices

Q:How long can someone stay in respite for?

A: In order to enable as many people as possible to use the facilities we do not normally accept bookings for longer than four weeks
at any one time. There is no minimum length of stay - you can even just come into Wathwood Lodge for the day, to receive respite
day care.

Safety

Q Who is eligible for this service?

A If you are 17+ and think that you need regular respite care then an assessment will be carried out by a member of staff. If you wish
you can have a relative, friend, carer, GP, district nurse, with you at the assessment.

Your right to:

feel safe and secure in all aspects of life, including health and well-being
enjoy safety but not be over-protected
be free from exploitation and abuse

Q What extra costs might there be?

A: Additional services offered include appointments with our hairdresser and the chiropodist, making telephone calls, ordering
newspapers and magazines.
Q What happens when I arrive?
A When you arrive you will be taken to your room by a carer who will help you to unpack, get you settled in and complete an itinerary
of your belongings. A care plan will then be made up, usually by a Team Manager, using the details from your assessment and
additional information which you will be able to provide us with. This care plan is extensive and covers such personal information as
medication details and dietary requirements. Any information is covered by our Data Protection Policy details available on request.

Realising potential
Your right to have the opportunity to:

achieve all you can

make full use of the resources that are available to you
make the most of your life

Q What happens regarding any medicines I need to take?

A Your medication on admission will be logged in our records. Please note, if medication is to be dispensed by members of staff at
Wathwood Lodge, they must be brought in their original containers with the original labels.
If you wish to self medicate you will need to complete a consent form. If you choose to self medicate, your medication will be left
with you in your room for you to look after, it must be locked away in the lockable storage provided. If you want your medication to
be looked after and dispensed by the Team Manager at Wathwood Lodge it will be taken and locked away in our surgery.

Equality and diversity

Q Are there any special arrangements I need to make with regards to the items I bring into Wathwood Lodge with me?
A You must bring enough clothes and toiletries for the duration of your stay. All clothes must be clearly named to ensure that they can
be correctly returned when they have been laundered. Please do not bring items that require dry cleaning. We do not have facilities
to clean such items and cannot be responsible for any damage to items requiring dry cleaning.

Your right to:

live an independent life, rich in purpose, meaning and personal fulfilment

be valued for your ethnic background, language, culture and faith
be treated equally and live in an environment which is free from bullying, harassment and

Q Who makes sure standards are met?

A The Care Quality Commission is the independent scrutiny and improvement body responsible for the registration and inspection
of all respite homes. Twenty care standards apply to care homes for older people. The Care Quality Commission will also look at how
we are putting the Dementia Standards into practice. A copy of the Care Standards and the Dementia Standards are available within
Wathwood Lodge.
The Care Quality Commission inspect all respite homes on a regular basis.
On completion of inspections, reports are written which detail any recommendations or requirements and comments on the quality
of care by the home. Copies of inspection reports are available at the care home.
Copies of inspection reports are also available from the care Inspectorate: Email: enquiries@cqc.org.uk, Phone: 03000 616161, Fax:
03000 616171, Post: Citygate, Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4PA.

discrimination

be able to complain effectively without fear or victimisation

When delivering your care we also take into account the Dementia Standards which were launched
in June 2011 by the Scottish Government. By following these standards we can ensure that our
environment and our care meet the needs of any of our residents who have dementia.

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WATHWOOD
LODGE
Specialist Respite Centre

Our Contact Details:

Home Manager
Wathwood Lodge

Tel:

8 Wathwood drive

Email: wathwoodlodgerespite@gmail.com

01709 237746

Swinton, Mexborough
Rotherham, S64 8UW

We look forward to seeing you soon at Wathwood Lodge.