History
Atwell House is a newly refurbished unit that opened in November 2008 to meet the needs of seven adult Service Users with Learning Disability and Learning Disability plus Dementia. It was created to provide person centred care in a home from home environment in line with the principles advocated in the government's agenda of 'Valuing People'.
Service users who also have any physical disability needs on account of their dementia progressing can also be cared for as the home has a lift and specially adapted bathrooms.
Location
Located in the Leagrave area of Luton within walking distance of shops, banks, post office, library, chemist and the British Legion Club. The home is approximately one mile from junction 11 of the M1 motorway and easy access to Leagrave Railway Station.
Accommodation
The home has seven bedrooms all with en-suites (three with showers), a specially adapted bathroom with 'hi-low' bath and walk-in shower, hoists, a lounge, kitchen, dining area and conservatory. Outside there is an enclosed garden and patio area with raised beds to encourage service users who wish to to be able to assist with planting and gardening.
A nurse call system with access to modern assisstive technology is in situ and there is a lift to the second floor. The home also has the use of an adapted minibus to ensure service users can remain socially inclusive and access the day centre at Alicia Nursing Home should they wish to attend.
Facilities
• 24 hour care
• Qualified and experienced caring staff and nursing care where needed.
• Open visiting
• All health needs met in line with service user's individual Health Action Plan
• Chiropody, Dietician, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services arranged as needed
• Hairdresser and aromatherapist available where required
• Transport available on request
Meals
Service Users are encouraged to go out shopping where possible with staff each week and to plan their menus with staff. Varied and nutritious food is on offer throughout the day.
