Yes. If a resident’s existing GP is within the local catchment area, they can continue receiving care from their current practice. If not, our team can help arrange registration with a suitable local GP.
We do have a limited number of rooms available at local authority rates. Availability can vary, so we encourage families to contact us directly for up-to-date information and current vacancies.
Our experienced cooks prepare freshly made, home-cooked meals each day. Menus are varied and can be adapted to meet individual dietary requirements, including specialist diets. Residents can choose to dine in the dining room or in their own room.
Morton Manor offers a full and varied activities programme led by a dedicated coordinator. This includes quizzes, crafts, entertainers, social evenings, outings, and shopping trips. Family and friends are welcome to join us for events throughout the year.
Change in routine or any kind of upheaval can be distressing for care home residents. In the event that their needs change, care pathways are available - this is a term used to describe care homes that provide a combination of residential, nursing and dementia care. By offering this, residents can remain at the same home without having to relocate even if their needs change.
Every new resident to the care home will be assessed to ensure they receive the right type of care catered to their individual needs. Following this, a care plan will be created which sets out how the staff at the home will meet those needs for a comfortable stay. Care plans are typically reviewed on a monthly basis and are updated in the event there are any changes
Being surrounded by items from home can allow new residents to feel more comfortable and settled. At Devonshire care we welcome small items of furniture - such as a favourite armchair - and other treasured belongings - including photographs - so residents can personalise their rooms. All electrical items will be PAT tested and furniture will undergo a fire risk assessment to protect the safety of our residents and staff.
If you are paying for your care home fees yourself (otherwise known as ‘self-funding’), then you will continue to receive your State Pension as usual. If you receive monetary support from your local authority, then your State Pension will be considered income and taken into consideration when calculating how much you need to contribute towards the care home costs. This will also factor in a weekly income that you will receive, also known as ‘Personal Expenses Allowance (PEA)’.
Yes. Morton Manor has wheelchair-friendly access, a lift to assist with movement between floors, and well-designed communal spaces to support safe and comfortable mobility throughout the home.
Absolutely. We operate an open visiting policy, and relatives are welcome whenever it suits them. Families are also encouraged to take part in social events, celebrations, and fundraising activities within the home.
We work with a range of visiting healthcare providers, including opticians, chiropodists, and dental services for yearly checks. These visits help ensure residents’ ongoing health needs are met conveniently and consistently.
Morton Manor offers specialist dementia care delivered by trained, compassionate staff. We focus on routine, familiarity, and personalised care planning, creating a calm and reassuring environment for those living with memory-related conditions.
This is a free assessment carried out by local authorities to establish what type of care and support a person needs. Based on the findings, they can provide recommendations on how this care must be provided so that plans can be made accordingly.
If you find that your money starts to run out while living in a care home, you will need to arrange a care needs assessment and a financial assessment with your local authority immediately, as you may be eligible for some financial assistance. Likewise, if your loved one who is a resident in a care home finds themselves in this situation, make sure you support them in arranging the appropriate assessments if they are unable to do so.
The UK’s different regulatory bodies are: Care Quality Commission (CQC) for England, Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) for Wales, Care Inspectorate (CI) for Scotland, and Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA) for Northern Ireland.
We’re always happy to welcome families and visitors to Morton Manor, and our team will gladly show you around the home and answer any questions you may have. To ensure a member of staff is available to give you a full tour and provide all the information you need, we recommend booking your visit in advance.