Priory Seabourne House

We support our residents to attend family events and visit their family homes. We understand family connections are important to many people, and will do whatever we can to facilitate these bonds being maintained.

Family and friends are welcome to visit, although we do ask visitors to tell us in advance. Unfortunately, family members cannot stay overnight.

Yes, we strive to keep the loved ones of our residents involved in their care through regular catch-ups either in person or via telephone. We will work with families on an individual basis to figure out what communication style works best.

Everyone who stays with us are supported to call their loved ones any time, via phone or video call. Family and friends are also able to call as often as they like. In addition, we can support our residents to get their own mobile phone, where appropriate.

All our bedrooms are all fully furnished, and some of the items are fitted and cannot be removed. We encourage residents to decorate with their own belongings and décor, and can support with this.

Our external doors are only locked at night as you would your own home. Of course, we use conduct thorough assessments to ensure the right safety measures are in place for each individual.

Residents prepare their own meals, which enables them to develop their independence. We can support if they need any help. Special dietary requirements are catered for, and we can help provide alternative meals.

Residents are given help to do their own laundry, which promotes the developing of independent living skills. Clean clothes and bedding is provided at all times.

Our residents clean their rooms themselves and there is a rota for tasks around the house. Any concerns are discussed in our monthly resident meetings. Our team are on-hand to help residents with domestic tasks, where this is required.

Residents are not allowed to bring illegal substances onto the premises. Other items will be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

We deliver a timetable of activities both in-house activities as well as in the community. Residents are helped to choose what they want to do. We offer a varied calendar of activities, taking into account everyone’s needs, preferences and wishes, and this may include group trips out as well as activities arranged around individual hobbies.

We focus on really understanding the needs of our residents. We have a key worker system in place, which ensures everyone has a core staff team that they feel comfortable with. Any changes in behaviours will be quickly picked up, care plans will be updated to reflect this, and the right support to meet changing needs will be put into place.

Families and everyone involved in supporting residents are involved with the care plans, where in line with residents’ wishes or best interests. Sometimes our residents need help with communicating their wishes so our staff work closely with them to ensure they have a voice.

There is room for three cars and on-street parking available.

We currently do not support anyone who smokes, but if this were to change, we would require the person to smoke outside of the house, including vapes.

Our fees can vary, and are based on an assessment of each individual's needs. Many people are eligible for financial help towards the cost of support, and this funding can be accessed by contacting your local authority. Once funding has been agreed, we will work with your local care team to put together a bespoke package of care. Please note, referrals for NHS or Local Authority funded services must come from a referring organisation.