We are dedicated to providing a lifestyle of comfort, happiness and independence that redefines the perception of residential care for the elderly. Scimitar Care Hotels PLC - Outstanding residential, dementia and respite care for elderly people. We understand that finding suitable care and accommodation for yourself or a loved one can often be difficult, confusing and sometimes upsetting.
We realise that in this day and age, people's perception of care for the elderly is tainted by the image of an institutional, impersonal 'old peoples home' or 'nursing home'. As one approaches an older age, such fears can often inhibit the desire to find appropriate help which can be hugely detrimental to both their health and life.
We realise that in this day and age, people's perception of care for the elderly is tainted by the image of an institutional, impersonal 'old peoples home' or 'nursing home'. As one approaches an older age, such fears can often inhibit the desire to find appropriate help which can be hugely detrimental to both their health and life.
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Please find below our portfolio of stunning care homes near you in London, Enfield, Essex, Hertfordshire and Cambridge. As providers of outstanding care in the South East of England, we hope you will find a care home near you that is part of the Scimitar Care group. All of care hotels provide considerate, person centred residential care for the elderly.
When investigating options for care for the elderly, people can often be left confused by the myriad of different terms and types of care on offer. Residential care is a term used to describe the general care and support provided in a standard elderly care home. It can often be referred to as "personal care" or even "assisted living" and usually involves help with basic needs such as washing, dressing, mobility assistance and so on.
We're often asked "what is it like to live in an old peoples home?". We know that when one is advanced in years, it is time to take things easy and enjoy life in comfort and security. This is the time to live in warm and peaceful surroundings, to choose how to spend ones time and to leave the worries of everyday life to others.
Deciding on whether you or a loved one requires the benefits of a care home is often a very difficult and emotional decision.
Some feel that it will take away their independence and, as a carer of a loved one, there can be a feeling of guilt when realising that you are no longer able to provide the level of care for those that you love, maybe due to the increasing demands of a debilitating illness such as Alzheimers, but it is still very difficult to let go.We all like to remember someone as they were and it is hard to accept that they might have changed.
Some feel that it will take away their independence and, as a carer of a loved one, there can be a feeling of guilt when realising that you are no longer able to provide the level of care for those that you love, maybe due to the increasing demands of a debilitating illness such as Alzheimers, but it is still very difficult to let go.We all like to remember someone as they were and it is hard to accept that they might have changed.
Reviews (4)
Angela Thomas
Jun 11, 2019
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My dad has had several respite visits to Waterbeach Lodge and the most telling thing is that he is very happy to go back! For one who has always been very wary of "Care", this is a major achievement. The rooms are lovely, beautifully decorated and homely and the staff are efficient and welcoming. Dad is always made to feel at home immediately as people recognise and acknowledge him as a friend. Being able to book respite for a few days or a few weeks is a huge bonus for us.
Sarah Mouchemore
Jun 18, 2018
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When dealing with the nurse on duty, we were made to feel money was taking precedence over my fathers care.That doesnt exactly give you trust in the actual level of care does it?Not when paying you bill is more important before any care is actually given?
Dementia is a very sensitive issue and this matter should be dealt with in a professional caring manner, and in this case several times it was not.
Unimpressed.
I am in Australia but posting on behalf of my mother who recently had dealings with waterbeach lodge
I will be happy to call and discuss
Thank you
Dementia is a very sensitive issue and this matter should be dealt with in a professional caring manner, and in this case several times it was not.
Unimpressed.
I am in Australia but posting on behalf of my mother who recently had dealings with waterbeach lodge
I will be happy to call and discuss
Thank you
William Jenkinson
Sep 24, 2017
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Joy Brading
Sep 03, 2015
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This residential home is outstanding in its warmheartedness from office and care staff. The decor and layout of the lounge and dining area and bedrooms is pristine, and earns it its right to call itself a care hotel. I arranged for a relative to be transferred here, following serious illness in another part of the country. Her care plan was arranged, and her needs attended to. We, her relatives, were treated with warmth and respect, and we were offered food and drink when we were visiting/helping with our relative.
I am tempted to put my name down for ten years time!
I am tempted to put my name down for ten years time!
