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Alexandra House - Harlow
Hamstel Road, Harlow, CM20 1BU
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Summary
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Good
Regulator's rating
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£1,200
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106 beds
Maximum occupancy
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2009
Date opened
From the owner
Alexandra House is a 106 bed home situated in its own beautiful grounds not far from the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow. This spacious home provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia or in need of general nursi…
Alexandra House is a 106 bed home situated in its own beautiful grounds not far from the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow. This spacious home provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia or in need of general nursing.
We strive to create a relaxing environment at Alexandra House, and the home has its own library, reading lounges and relaxation areas. All of the bedrooms are beautifully furnished, with en-suite bathroom facilities and wall mounted flat screen televisions. We also have a dedicated area for dementia care, designed to enable those we care for to maintain their independence in a safe environment.
Our activity programme ensures that residents remain stimulated and engaged, and our activity coordinators take into account resident’s hobbies, needs and interests. Activities Include;
- Coffee Mornings
- Afternoon Film Sessions
- Baking Afternoons
- Bingo and Quizzes
In addition, Alexandra House has in-door gardens and two raised flower beds, as well as an aquarium and some birds for those residents who like animals and gardening.
Care provided
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Residential care
Accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication.
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Nursing care
Medical care from a qualified nurse, and treatment for residents with illness or injuries.
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Dementia care
Specialist care designed to meet the challenges faced by people living with dementia.
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Palliative and end of life care
Care designed to provide quality support and comfort for people living with life-limiting conditions.
Care specialisms
This home offers specialised care for any of the following:
- Adults over 65 years
- Adults under 65 years
- Physical disabilities
- Dementia
- Alzheimer's disease
Features
- 106 beds
- All single bedrooms
- 106 en-suite rooms
- Purpose built, opened in 2009
- Near public transport
- Elevator
- Wheelchair access
- Personal furniture allowed
- TV point in rooms
- Pets allowed (by arrangement)
- Grounds / gardens
Prices
From £1,200 per week
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Funding for care in England
If your total savings and property assets are below £23,250, then you may be able to access local authority funding towards accommodation costs, personal care and nursing care.
To qualify, you must first arrange a care needs assessment.
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