At The Ashton, we are aware of the significance that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on everyone’s lives, however, we are thrilled to finally start the return back to normality.
At The Ashton Care Home, the health of our residents, visitors, and our staff will continue to be a top priority. COVID-19 has had a detrimental impact on care homes, therefore it will be our ongoing commitment to ensure everyone in our home remains healthy and safe at all times.
In line with recent Government recommendations effective from 15th December 2022, care homes in England can make risk-based decisions as to whether face masks are required to be worn. Following a risk assessment, our care home has made the decision to remove the universal wearing of masks. It is a personal choice whether visitors still wish to wear a mask and people receiving care can ask staff to wear face masks; our staff will continue to work in whichever way makes our residents most comfortable.
We continue to no longer have restrictions as to the number of visits per resident though we ask that you make arrangements in advance of your visit to ensure safe visiting practices can be maintained. LFT testing is no longer required, though to protect the safety and wellbeing of our residents and teams, we will still be screening visitors via our screening record.
At any time, the decision to not wear face masks can be changed as determined by the Home Manager, company, local or national healthcare agencies. COVID-19 regulations and guidance from the Government, National, and Local Healthcare Agencies may also change. For further information, please click here or contact the Home Manager directly.
Our residents’ and staffs’ health, safety and well-being will remain a top priority of ours. Since the pandemic, we have implemented a number of safety precautions at our residence to ensure that our residents can continue to live their lives the way that suits them with minimal disruption. We have been able to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 in our home by implementing small changes to our regular routines.
From adhering to regulatory standards to supporting residents and their loved ones during difficult times, our loving team at The Ashton will do everything in their power to ensure our residents’ overall well-being is being looked after. Our Activity Coordinator has implemented the highest standard of infection control during home activities to allow residents to continue with their hobbies.
At The Ashton Care Home, our staff has worked tirelessly to make sure that residents and their visitors are as protected from COVID-19 to the highest degree.
Meeting spots outside are available, however, there are rooms fitted with floor to ceiling screens and intercoms for loved ones to visit residents in a safe environment.
Social distancing is put in place throughout our home to reduce the risk of transmission. Residents and staff will have 1 metre distance between them where feasible.
In accordance with government and local authority guidelines, risk-based assessments are in place to determine if PPE is to be used when providing care for residents or if residents prefer for this to be maintained.
If in-person visits are not available or accessible to you, then we have a range of devices and technology that enable video and phone calls to ensure our residents can stay connected with the ones they love.
There are many sanitisation stations placed throughout the building, and we encourage residents and visitors to regularly use them.
The Ashton Care Home will remain a safe and secure place to be, as we will continue to follow all COVID-19 safety measures.
Our top priority will be to keep residents of The Ashton Care Home safe and in good health at all times. We will take all necessary safety precautions to lower infection rates while preserving a warm and inviting atmosphere in our home. Our dedicated Activities Coordinator provides a variety of activities to keep residents content and entertained during times when visits outside the home are prohibited.
Keeping in contact with those closest to you has never been more important. We believe feeling the love and support from friends and family is crucial for our residents’ overall wellbeing. At our home, we have many electronic devices that allow residents to talk to their loved ones online if in-person visits aren’t an option. Despite the challenges COVID-19 has brought, our staff works tirelessly to overcome them and for everyone to get through it together.
The Ashton Care Home’s mission is to provide the highest quality of life for our residents. Our luxury, private care home provides lavish accommodation and five-star facilities that will enable our residents to excel in their environment. Thanks to the daily activities on offer and in-house amenities, residents have everything they need to live a rich and fulfilling life. Residents can enjoy socialising with like-minded people and indulging in fantastic cuisine each day. An easy-going and varied lifestyle awaits at The Ashton, where daily stresses are taken care of.
Our team will happily answer your questions regarding our care and facilities at The Ashton Care Home. You can contact us by email at info@ashtoncarehome.co.uk or call us on 01455 233350 to talk to a friendly team member. Alternatively, feel free to complete our Enquiry Form and we will respond as soon as possible.