Residential Care

What is Residential Care?

Residential care is designed to give residents independence whilst reducing the risks that come with living alone, safe in the knowledge that care teams are on hand to support where needed.

It is a particularly good option for those who could benefit from a calm and relaxing setting, delicious nutritious meals and a little extra support with washing, dressing and other daily activities, whilst continuing to enjoy living life as you wish to.

Residential care can provide a safe and homely setting for the long term, or indeed the relaxation and recuperation needed in the short term, perhaps following an operation. It’s important to note that residential care is not for those who require specialist support in the form of nursing care or dementia care.

Westgate’s Residential Care Service

At Westgate Healthcare, all of our care homes offer residential care services. We appreciate that each of our residents are individual’s with unique requirements, which is why we develop personalised care plans that are re-assessed regularly.

We pride ourselves on offering the highest-quality residential care and companionship for those living with us. In fact, the strong bonds within our community mean many consider our care team as an extension of their own family. Our care teams are respectful and attentive to the needs of residents, whether it’s as simple as knowing if it’s ‘milk and two sugars’, or helping to find a new hobby, Westgate Healthcare homes always have their resident’s best interests at heart.

Our residents enjoy the freedom of planning their day, from breakfast to when they go to bed with 24-hour support on hand. You can expect all the usual comforts of home such as warm fireplaces, comfy armchairs, beautiful gardens and the smell of home-cooked food creating a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. We provide a wide variety of activities and events that our residents can attend at their leisure such as music workshops, flower arranging, coffee mornings and more. If you prefer a stroll around the garden or relaxing in a quiet space with a good book, then options are available to you.

In all of our homes, dedicated catering professionals prepare seasonal meals from a varied daily menu, taking into account personal preference and dietary requirements, centred on taste and nutrition.

The best way to find out what life is like as a resident at Westgate Healthcare is to visit your nearest care home and meet the team and residents who live with us.  You can find your nearest care home here.

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As somebody who is very close with her Grandma and values her independence and dignity, knowing she is safe and happy at Byron House is the best I could have hoped for. Byron House and its lovely staff are kind, caring and very attentive to each resident. Thank you for taking such good care of my Grandma in this tough time. Granddaughter of Byron House resident

The accommodation is beautifully decorated making it feel like a home from home. It feels like a safe and well thought out environment where residents are comfortable and safe. I am proud to show both my extended family and my mums visiting friends around.Daughter of Resident, Riverdale Care Home

My father has not long been in Burford House but from the first moment of his arrival all staff have gone above and beyond expectations. Dad has settled in so well and this is down to the care and friendly manner of the staff. The staff make all family members feel so comfortable and at home. We couldn't have dreamed of a better place for our father at this most stressful time in our lives.Daughter of Resident - Burford House Care Home (Carehome.co.uk)

Seven years ago I looked at five Nursing Homes before selecting Hampden Hall to look after my wife. Why Hampden Hall? What impressed me was the happy atmosphere amongst the staff. You all seemed to have a lovely friendly team spirit. I believed that a happy team would give better care and over the last seven years, you have proved me right. I could have asked for nothing better than the care with which you looked after her. As a visitor, I was always made to feel I was amongst friends. This is the soft side of caring. It really matters and made my time with my wife so much better. Husband of Hampden Hall resident

Find your future home

Burford House Care Home

Burford House Care Home

Burford House Care Home, Rickmansworth Road,
Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, WD3 5SQ
T: 01923 967010

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Byron House Care Home

Byron House Care Home

Address: 141-143 Wendover Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 9LP
T: 01296 737 530

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Chestnut Manor Care Home

Chestnut Manor Care Home

63 Cambridge Park, London E11 2PR
T: 0203 871 6070

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Hampden Hall Care Centre

Hampden Hall Care Centre

Address: Tamarisk Way, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5ZB
T: 01296 616 600

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Kingfisher Nursing Home

Kingfisher Nursing Home

Address: Emmanuel Lodge, College Road, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9NQ
T: 01992 627 939

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Riverdale Care Home

Riverdale Care Home

Address: Duggers Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1BA
T: 01376 349 643

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St Pauls Care Centre

St Pauls Care Centre

Address: Long Mimms, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 5XW
T: 01442 229 170

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Westgate House Care Centre

Westgate House Care Centre

Address: Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LP
T: 01920 426 100

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