Windmill Manor
Bringing first-class care to Surrey
Windmill Manor is a brand new purpose-built 60-bed care home in Hurst Green, close to Oxted in Surrey.
We provide nursing and residential care services as well as personalised dementia care in one of Barchester's unique Memory Lane Communities.
The Memory Lane Community is specially designed for those living with a dementia using colour schemes that easily enable residents to identify areas within the home, yellow for dining areas for example. It also features life skills kitchens on two floors, where residents can be involved in everyday kitchen activities such as baking and setting the table.
The whole home is designed to create a home-like feel with furnishings designed with older people in mind, from the sofas and chairs in the living rooms to the sculpted gardens.
Windmill Manor features a range of services and facilities including a coffee area, hair salon and large courtyard garden. All bedrooms are en-suite and some of the ground floor bedrooms have a patio. Throughout the home there is a range of communal and dining facilities to suit people who enjoy socialising as well as those who prefer quieter activities.
Address: 2 Fairviews - Off Holland Road, Hurst Green, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 9BD
General Manager: John Lavan
Contact: Windmill Manor
Tel: 01883 718120
Getting in Tune with Eileen Thomas
Eileen who will be celebrating her 99th Birthday later this year was giving piano lessons to Sylvia, the Activities Organiser. Eileen used to play piano with her Father, so the opportunity of playing it again today brought many happy memories for Eileen.
Boccia Day
A group of residents were divided into two groups of five to compete in game of Boccia. Boccia is quite similar to carpet bowls but the difference is that Boccia is a paralympic sport on national and international level. We had the professional support of the Chairman from Caterham Sports Centre, John, who kindly came to explain to residents about the rules and to support us. The Boccia Project in the Tandridge District has an aim to raise awareness about paralympic disciplines which could be played by elderly in the care home environment. This was the first step in celebrating The 2012 Olympics at Windmill Manor and there's more to come over the Games time in July and August. Sylvia the Activities Organiser said "Boccia is great way of involving residents as they all love to compete with each other. It is a fantastic way of stimulating residents and getting new ideas which can be used in your event diary."
Pamper Day
We had Pamper Day last Friday. Employees from the local Boots store came to do mini facials and mini make-ups for our ladies. But not only ladies joined in, we had some brave gentlemen who experienced mini facials for the first time ever. One of the gentlemen said that he didn't feel big difference but it's never too late to try something new. Sylvia, the Activities Organiser said: "We are very lucky to have such a great relationship with the local Boots store, they are so helpful. They come to Windmill Manor a few times a year to do free Pamper Days for Residents and Staff. They also provide toiletries for our residents. They are coming on our Classic Car Show later this summer to do similar treatments".
Visit to Moor House School
Moor House School invited residents of Windmill Manor to come to their school to have a look around and enjoy some homemade cakes and teas. We had a look at the school's brand new swimming pool and sports hall where residents tried out some of the games, then after a good walk around we stopped for tea and cakes and students were chatting to residents about their experiences. Last stop was a meeting with the school's Guinea Pigs. Moor House School is a great place to visit and the residents enjoyed it so much that they have invited the children and their teachers to Windmill Manor for cream tea in the next few weeks.
Garden Centre Visit
Residents from Windmill Manor enjoyed a beautiful day at the local garden centre.
Creative Ideas in Dementia care
Talks at 11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm Click on the link below to view the invite to the talk on Creative Ideas in Dementia Care taking place on Thursday 24th May between 11am and 1pm and 2pm and 4pm. The invite will give you all the information on the background to the talk and speaker.
John Lavan - General Manager
John Lavan is responsible for all aspects of Windmill Manor.
Jane Pagan - Home Administrator
Jane is responsible for the home's business administration.
Maggie Stewart
I have the privilege of introducing new residents and their family and friends to Windmill Manor and offer professional advice and support in the planning of their care. The level of care is dependent upon an individuals requirements and I work closely with our registered Clinical Care Manager, Head of Dementia Care in our assessment and admission procedures. Outside of our home I work closely with healthcare professionals, community and charitable organisations to support and promote awareness of caring for the elderly and how we can all be involved in "celebrating their life”.
Louise Geal - Head Housekeeper
Louise is responsible for the cleanliness of the home.
Ken Burgess - Maintenance Co-ordinator
Ken is responsible for the general maintenance of the home.
Sylwia Szyngiera - Activities Co-ordinator
Sylwia is responsible for the varied activity programme for our residents.
Jean-Marc Lehodey - Head Chef
At Windmill Manor I am responsible for the dietary requirements of our residents ensuring we deliver nutritious, delicious and a variety of menus all freshly prepared and of the highest standard.
Brenda Porter - Clinical Nurse Manager/Deputy Manager
Brenda is responsible for the nursing and residential area for frail elderly at Windmill Manor.