- Dementia Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
Family & friends:
01793 852 521New care enquiry:
01522 405 782
A warm welcome to our home
Nestled in the royal town of Royal Wootton Bassett is Ridgeway House, providing compassionate and personalised residential, respite and day care to the local community. The warm and friendly home is split into three households, each of which has its own spacious dining and lounge areas.
Conveniently located for everyday essentials and support
The home is situated within walking distance of the local GPs’ surgery, Health Centre and the Community Centre. As part of our specialist care service, we have introduced themed areas within the home offering facilities for relatives and friends of our community to use whilst visiting. Residents and families can enjoy a visit to the cinema or enjoy afternoon tea all whilst remaining in the safety of Ridgeway House.
Communal spaces full of life and warmth
Residents regularly enjoy the daily social activities going on in the central communal areas with the hairdressing salon open during the week. The relaxing, well tended and nourished garden is a perfect for meeting family and friends or for relaxing and indulging in some peace and quiet.
What a special place Ridgeway House is, the staff are just the kindest, most caring, empathetic, and supportive people you could hope to have to look after your loved ones, and are not recognised enough for their dedication and hard work, thank you for all you do! My dad is extremely well cared for in a safe, happy, and stimulating environment. So many people have commented on how much better he looks since being at Ridgeway House because of the excellent care he receives.
Daughter of Resident, Ridgeway House
Whether it’s wet or dry outside, we at OSJCT feel that activities are essential in providing the best caring environment to live in.
Hobbies don’t simply stop when living with us at Ridgeway House. We have a dedicated Activities Co-ordinator who works closely with our residents to create a programme of fulfilling activities and events, tailored around each resident’s requests, hobbies and interests. The programme of events and activities provide a source of fun and laughter, to help each resident live their life to the full and make new friendships.
We are also fortunate to have the support of many volunteers of all ages from the local community, strengthening our links to this thriving town. Here is a sample of activities on offer:
- Trips to garden centres, cafés, pubs, sporting events, National Trust parks, wildlife parks, aquariums and museums.
- Visit from Pets as Therapy Dogs
- Exercise and wellness activities, for example Seated Yoga, Zumba
- Board game competitions and quizzes
- Music therapy sessions
- Gardening
- Arts and crafts
- Communal Church services
With so many well-being activities for body and mind on offer, we also recognise that everyone needs some personal space for relaxation and mindfulness for personal reflection. The cosy lounges offer an opportunity for some quiet time or to host family and friends.
The talented chef and kitchen team prepare tasty, home-cooked meals on site daily from our own kitchens. We source quality produce for our excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. All-day dining is available for lighter meals and snacks and all dishes are carefully balanced to get the best nutritional value and cater for individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Seasonal produce is chosen whenever possible and of course, relatives and friends are always welcome to join us. The menus change daily and the kettle is always on. Our chef bakes every day so there is always a fresh cake for residents, friends and family to enjoy.
Residents are also encouraged to help prepare their own food and to make snacks whenever they choose.
Alison Chapman
Admin Assistant
Alison Chapman
Admin Assistant
Alison has worked in the care industry for almost 9 years and she commenced her care working life in the local Hospice working alongside volunteers, prior to years of working for large international company as a Customer Service Manager. Alison gained an interest in dementia care when her and her family experienced it first-hand. She therefore went off to study it and gained an NCFE level 3 in Dementia care. She is now loving working part time at Ridgeway House supporting the staff and families on the administration side of care. Alison feels like they are one big family all working together to keep their residents safe and happy. A warm welcome awaits everyone who comes here. In her spare time, Alison goes to music concerts and the theatre quite a lot, and her favourite holiday destination is Cyprus.
Karen Collins
Care Leader
Karen Collins
Care Leader
Karen has worked in Domiciliary Care for 10 years and started at Ridgeway House as a Carer in 2012. She completed her QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care in 2018 and enjoys her role very much, especially the responsibilities and challenges that it brings. Karen feels that being part of Ridgeway House is very rewarding and that it is nice to know you are making a difference to someone else’s life.
Care fees vary depending on the level of care required, and this will be confirmed upon completion of a care assessment prior to moving into the home.
Below is indicative pricing for self-funded residents per week.
| Care Type | Fees From | Fees To |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia Long Term | £1,415 | £1,470 |
| Dementia Respite | £1,555 | £1,615 |
| Residential Long Term | £1,270 | £1,400 |
| Residential Respite | £1,395 | £1,530 |
Our home charges self-funder rates for the services we provide. We accept third party top ups for individuals funded by the Local Authority up to the self-funder rate.
We understand that paying for long-term care can often be a complex subject, and with several options available to you it can be confusing. You will find helpful guidance on our Paying for care page.
Key facts
The Key Facts document contains information regarding this care home which can be used in comparison with other care homes or can be printed for reference and brought with you when you visit the home.
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Where to find us
51.543559386254, -1.903845929361
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Family & friends:
01793 852 521New care enquiry:
01522 405 782
