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
Sport's Relief Mile
The Sport's Relief Mile was completed by quite a few of the residents and staff supporting each other !! we walked around the building, six times, throughout the day to complete our mile. Everyone was awarded with a certificate of achievement for their valiant efforts for Sport's Relief Charity.
Wear Red Day at Southerndown
Southerndown held a party for national "Wear Red Day" in aid of The British Heart Foundation. All residents and staff dressed up in red clothing and had a great day wearing red and enjoyed having a 'Bring and Buy' stall with Teas and Cup Cakes, delicious!
Dignity Day at Southerndown
We held our Dignity Day in February and created a "Wish Tree", everyone placed a wish on it, in the hope that we could make as many as possible come true!! Marjorie had wished for a local Baritone to sing to her and "Arthur" came to fulfill that wish by sing some of her favourite Jim Reeves songs, another resident, Jack sang along with Arthur as he used to with his brothers some years ago in Oxford.
Pancake Day Race
Staff members at Southerndown Care Home took the meaning of 'pancake race' to a whole new level when the General Manager and another work colleague hopped onto the gardener's lawn mower to gain a clear advantage in the race. Residents and Carers watched on in fits of laughter. There was, of course a traditional pancake race held between the staff members who surprisingly managed to flip their pancakes all the way to the finish line without dropping a single one! A great day was had by all.
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.
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.