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Whittington House Care Home, Cheltenham

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Whittington House Care Home At a Glance

Types of care
  • Residential Care
    Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
    Nursing Care
  • Dementia Care
    Dementia Care
  • Palliative Care
    Palliative Care
Types of stay
  • Permanent Care
    Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
    Respite Care
  • Convalescent Care
    Convalescent Care
Availability
Limited
Cost
From £1458 per week
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Welcome to Whittington House

As you step inside our care home in Cheltenham, there’s clean, bright, fresh spaces and flowers everywhere. Whittington House offers residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care and has comfortable lounges, an activity room, hair salon and a bistro full of homemade cakes and freshly brewed coffee.

Explore quiet nooks with comfy armchairs, classic novels, and books on the shelves. You’ll find board games, cards and puzzles and a well-stocked arts and crafts room. It’s the perfect space to spread out and create. At Whittington House Care Home, we also have a wonderful display of photos, drawings, and art for our residents and visitors to enjoy. Residents love regular shopping trips and day trips to Croft Farm Water Park and Cheltenham Racecourse.

Discover the Woodlands Suite at Whittington House

Nestled amidst nature, our spacious gardens are a wildlife sanctuary, with birds fluttering between trees and bird feeders scattered along the patios. Enjoy the scenic beauty year-round from the warmth of your room, making the Woodlands Suite an ideal choice for those who appreciate peace and connection with nature.

Experience the allure of stylish interiors, private ensuite facilities, and the exclusivity of a quiet, private floor. Embrace the serenity of Woodlands — a retreat that transcends seasons, offering a unique living experience tailored to your preferences and lifestyle.

Coming up at Whittington House Care Home

A Warm Welcome Awaits

There is lots going on at Whittington House Care Home!

Keeping Healthy in Older Age

To help you start 2025 the right way, we’d love to welcome you to join us for our event on Tuesday 21st January, 2.00pm - 4.00pm.

  • Get some simple nutritional advice
  • Join us for a free session where you can learn how you can help reduce and prevent falls, slips and trips led by our Home Manager and Deputy Manager
  • Meet our friendly team who will be available to answer any questions you may have about care

RSVP: Kirsty Hopton
[email protected] / 01242 259260

Daily Life at Whittington House Care Home

Whittington house nursing home salon
Facilities
Bistro
Hair salon
Activity room
Lounges
Landscaped gardens
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Activities
Arts and crafts
Themed days
Baking
Pamper sessions
Quizzes
Menu and tableware
Catering
Home cooked food by a dedicated chef everyday
All nutritional needs catered for
Visitors welcome
Celebrate special occasions with family
Member of staff at Caring Homes care home caring for elderly resident

Keeping Things Personal

The wonderful surroundings at Whittington House Care Home are matched by the standard of care we provide. We love to learn about the people we care for, so your loved one’s time here is tailored to their individual needs, interests, and preferences. This can be as small as knowing when they like to wake up, to how they like their tea, and everything in between.

We give as much independence as possible as residents choose how to run the home and if they prefer dinner in front of the TV, or even dusting their own room, we’ll make it happen. Just as putting their own stamp on their bedroom, we’ll help them to personalise it with the things they love.

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See what we’re doing to stay Covid safe

We consistently apply infection control procedures and services that meet or exceed the requirements and expectations of our customers.

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  • Meet the Manager

    Find out more about our Home Manager, Kirsty Hopton
    Kirsty Hopton

    Kirsty is a passionate Home Manager and Registered Nurse at Whittington House Care Home and is dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through compassionate, dignified care. She fosters a supportive environment for residents, their families and the care team, striving for the highest standards of care and well-being. Outside of work, Kirsty enjoys gardening, theatre, reading and DIY projects.

  • Our Team

    Our team includes nurses and carers experienced in all types of care.
    • Kirsty Hopton
      Kirsty Hopton Home Manager

      Kirsty is a passionate Home Manager and Registered Nurse at Whittington House Care Home and is dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through compassionate, dignified care. She fosters a supportive environment for residents, their families and the care team, striving for the highest standards of care and well-being. Outside of work, Kirsty enjoys gardening, theatre, reading and DIY projects.

    • Lisa Smith Deputy Manager
      Lisa Smith Deputy Manager

      Lisa is a Registered Adult Nurse who graduated in Norway in 2006, with extensive experience in Orthopaedics, A&E and was one of seven nurses to establish Norway’s first Nurse-driven Fracture Clinic in 2016. She moved to England in 2017 to join her British partner and pursue new professional challenges, with a passion for supporting older adults in maintaining their independence, dignity and individuality.

    • Bruce Matanda
      Bruce Matanda Registered Nurse

      Bruce is a Registered Adult Nurse who completed a Diploma in 2013, with experience in medical wards, surgical wards and high dependency units. He also volunteered during the Cyclone Idai disaster. He is dedicated to providing person-centred care, ensuring residents receive the best possible care in the most appropriate setting tailored to their individual needs.

    • Danni Barnard Wellbeing Lead WH
      Danni Barnard Wellbeing Lead

      Danni is a dedicated Wellbeing Lead with 7 years in the care sector. Passionate about supporting people with dementia, she serves as a dementia champion at Whittington House. Danni uses her teaching degree and love for art to organise interactive, person-centered activities. Her extended family of rescued pets includes tarantulas, snakes, and ferrets.

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  • Caring Homes' Award-Winning Dementia Training

    Find out more about why we’re proud to be the only care home group to have our own unique award-winning dementia training.
    A person living with dementia may need more care and support as their condition progresses. Our unique My World approach, built on four key foundations, ensures we can provide the best possible care to residents living with dementia.
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  • Pricing

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    Cost guide

    These indicative fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required. Nursing fees include Local Authority nursing contributions (Funded Nursing Contribution) if applicable.

    Fee rates are also determined by the size and aspect of the room and the duration of the stay (short stay/respite or permanent). Fees are payable monthly in advance.

    Permanent
    • Residential
      From £1,458
    • Nursing
      From £1,604
    • Residential Dementia
      From £1,544
    • Nursing Dementia
      From £1,663
    Respite
    • Residential
      From £1,658
    • Nursing
      From £1,804
    • Residential Dementia
      From £1,744
    • Nursing Dementia
      From £1,863
    What’s included?
    • All care and support
    • Monthly review of care plans
    • All meals, snacks and drinks
    • Wellbeing and lifestyle programme
    • All utilities and other accommodation costs
    • Housekeeping and laundry services
    What is available at an additional cost?
    • Chiropody or other healthcare not covered by the NHS
    • Toiletries, newspapers or magazines
    • Staff escorts
    • Telephone calls
    • Pay TV
    • Hairdressing
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Contact Whittington House Care Home

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FAQs

Do I need to book a viewing at Whittington House?

You should be able to visit our care homes at any time – we advise visiting more than once and at different times, so that you can get a clearer understanding of what it is like throughout the day. If you wish to meet the Home Manager during your visit, you might want to consider booking in advance to help ensure they are available when you attend. You can book a viewing at our Whittington House care home using the form above or by calling the home on 0808 223 539

Who decides on the menu?

Our Head Chef and the team have many years of cooking experience. They craft their nutritionally balanced menus using seasonal produce, and are guided by the feedback provided to them from our residents during their monthly hospitality meetings and individual care plans.

What qualifications do the care team at Whittington House have?

All members of our care teams are given the training and support needed to help them provide the highest standards of care.

Caring Homes has been providing care for over 29 years. Every team member receives our unique ‘Living in my World’ dementia training.

It highlights the importance of meaningful activities and a stimulating environment for people living with dementia, as well as addressing clinical aspects of care.

The ‘Food in my World’ training provides the hospitality team and chefs with the skills and knowledge to stimulate senses and increase creativity in the cooking and presentation of food. This can provide a much-improved dining experience for residents living with dementia and or dysphagia.

How long can people stay in a care home for?

The length of time people spend in a care home varies according to their needs and preferences. At Whittington House, we offer permanent care to suit your needs or perhaps a respite stay might be required during a period of convalescence after being in hospital. Day Care is also available at many homes to ensure care can continue when a regular carer is unavailable.

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