Southerndown Care Home
Welcome to the relaxed and happy lifestyle of Southerndown
We provide first-class residential and 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with dementia in our Memory Lane Community.
Our team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focuses on the individual needs of our residents with a tailored care plan for each person.
And our dedication can be seen across the board - in our cooking, hospitality and organised activities for our residents.
On the outskirts of the market town of Chipping Norton, our home enjoys panoramic views across an unspoilt valley and the Cotswolds.
We think you'll find we're ideally suited to meet your needs now and in the future to ensure you get the most from your retirement years.
Why not arrange a visit and see for yourself!
Address: Worcester Road, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5YF
David: David Groves
Contact: Southerndown Care Home
Tel: 01608 644 129
Christmas Time!
We all had a fantastic time here at Southerndown over the festive period - as you can see! Santa made a visit with his elves bringing everyone a present, and we partied!! We enjoyed a wonderful Christmas Buffet and dancing to " Jo Jo " and Tony and his Piano.
Afternoon of Art
Residents at Southerndown Care Home in Chipping Norton enjoyed a talk on the advantages of Art and Music in promoting well being, followed by an afternoon of Music and Dance provided by Tony ''Mr Music'' Harrison. Inspired by this, many of the residents sat down to work on producing colourful works of art, which the Home is now proudly displaying on its notice boards. One resident said it took her back to the days when she used to paint all the time and wasn't sure which she enjoyed most; the afternoon tea dance or the afternoon of art the following day!
Fireworks Party
Everyone had a great time at our fireworks party to celebrate Bonfire Night.
The Brownies come to Southerndown for, er, brownies!
The local Brownie pack recently visited us for a sing along session. Everybody was invited and we were slightly taken aback, but thrilled, by the unexpectedly large turnout, we all had such a brilliant time. We had a fantastic afternoon joining in with the songs and chants and attempting the synchronised dance routines. Many of our residents reminisced with the visiting pack about when they had been young girls in the Girl Guides and Brownies. A fantastic buffet followed and Stuart, our Head Chef, made some fabulous chocolate brownies.
Winter Baskets
Residents, staff and visitors enjoyed the late Autumn sunshine while creating our winter hanging baskets full of pansies and foliage. Afterwards we all enjoyed a welcome cup of tea in the Courtyard. Everybody had a fantastic time and we have already received positive feedback about the difference to the overall look and feel of the Home.
David Groves - General Manager
David took over Southerndown in October 2011 but has been with Barchester for a decade and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role as General Manager of the Home. David very much leads the home with a Person Centred Care/ Resident Choice approach.
Joanne Vigus - Senior Administrator
Jo is responsible for all Administration and Financial aspects relating to the running of the home. She has been with the company for some time now and has provided much appreciated continuity. Jo leads a team of two Admin Assistants.
Joyce Taylor - Activities Coordinator
Joyce has been the Home's Activity Coordinator for many years now and brings a very person centred philosophy to the Home and provides a varied and broad menu of Activities to our residents, driven by their choice..
Dominic Kieweit - Maintenance Manager
Dominic has been with Southerndown for many years and is supported in his role by Bob, the Maintenance Assistant. Together they are responsible for the upkeep of all aspects of the Home including interior decorating. Dominic is also responsible for the Health and Safety of the home.
Stuart Lee - Head Chef
Stuart brings many years of catering experience to the Home and makes sure our residents have a large variety of healthy option meals and he caters for special diets. He aims to deliver to the residents a varied diet and endeavours to please all palettes.
Sue Busby - Head Housekeeper
Sue is in charge of a large and dedicated team of domestic staff who carry out their role to a high standard, looking after all cleanliness and laundry aspects of the Home. Sue has been with the company for a decade.