Latest update for Visitors
Here at The Orders of St John Care Trust our priority is the safety and wellbeing of residents, colleagues and visitors in our services. Following Monday’s advice by the government on the vulnerability of the over 70s we have made the difficult but responsible decision to restrict access to our homes to all but the most essential visitors required to either to protect the health of our residents, or to ensure that buildings remain safe and essential supplies are delivered. For further information, click here.
A warm welcome to our home
Set in a beautiful Grade II listed castle, our home environment has been designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents and incorporates a number of features to promote warmth and a sense of tranquillity. St Wilfrids Priory Care Home specialises in Residential and Respite Care.
- Long Term Residential
- Residential Respite
The home has been designed with wellbeing and comfort in mind. A cosy lounge and seating areas are available to relax in, as are the secure gardens to take advantage of sunny days.
St Wilfrid’s Priory Care Home offers a delightful home environment split across two floors. The private bed-sitting rooms take advantage of the stunning views and offer a peaceful oasis. The home offers large comfortable homely living areas with stunning views of the historic castle and gardens, where residents can join in with the wide range of activities taking place on a daily basis.
The individual bedrooms each offer a sitting area, an emergency 24 hour call system and plenty of space for residents personalise rooms. Some rooms have en-suite facilities, wet rooms and kitchenette areas.
" She was very caring in the questioning allowing Joy ample time to respond. She often used appropriate reference to herself , without disclosing anything inappropriate, which clearly reassured my Mother in law. Because of her attitude Joy managed to answer everything herself, which obviously made her feel in control. I have to say I think Tiffany’s professional behaviour has meant my mother in law – who was a little ambivalent and anxious about the idea of coming into the home again - is now positively looking forward to her two weeks. "
RT, commenting on a pre-admission assessment.
Services & Facilities
The team
Food
Activities
Events
Key facts
About the team
All of our Care Team are professionally qualified and trained to the highest standards. Every member of the team holds the Care Certificate. The Care Team at St Wilfrid’s Priory Care Home includes a Home Manager, Dementia Lead, Activities Co-ordinator, Carers, Admiral Nurse, Care Leads, Housekeeping Team, Chef and Handy Person.
Meet the teamFood
A talented chef and kitchen team prepare tasty, home-cooked meals. The freshly prepared, delicious 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.
The menus change daily, and the kettle is always on, so hot drinks are available throughout the day.
You are free to take your meals in your room if you wish or you can join other residents in the main dining hall to enjoy your food in a more social environment.
Activities
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 St Wilfrid’s Priory Care Home. 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 market 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
- Fun activities with ‘Messy Miniatures’, the local toddler group
- Board game competitions and quizzes
- Music therapy sessions
- Gardening
- Arts and crafts
- Communal Church services
Download sample activities schedule
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.
And that’s not all:
We’ve had silent discos, hoe downs, Chinese banquets, Oscar parties and so much more.
Many of the activities feature Reminiscence Therapy to aid those living with Dementia to remember events, people and places using sight, touch, taste, smell and sound.
Events
We also organise regular events to meet potential residents and for all to join in with:
Key Facts
The Key Facts document has information regarding this care home which can be used in comparison with other care homes or can be printed and taken on your visit
Meet the team
The team consists of a Home Manager, Care Services Manager, Dementia Lead, Senior support Workers, Support workers, Activity Co-ordinators, Admiral Nurses, Housekeeping, Handy person, administrators and the home's Chef and catering team.
Rachael Staker
Leanne Molloy
Rosie Beller
Kirsty Potter
Graham Pritchard
Home Manager
Rachael has been the Home Manager at St Wilfrid's Priory Care Home since 7 October 2013 and has worked in the care industry for over 20 years, working within the fields of adults with learning disabilities and elderly frail and dementia services.
She has gained qualifications in care, including the Level 5 Diploma, Dementia Care and End of Life care. In 2012, Rachael was a finalist for a National Dementia Award, and has previously won awards from previous employers.
She is passionate about making a difference in the lives of the residents in her care, however small that difference might be. Her drive also extends to her team, who in turn take her lead to provide the best possible care.
Head Of Care
Leanne has been at the Trust for 15 years and was promoted to Head of Care in 2018.
She has worked in the care sector since leaving school and has a real passion for the industry.
Activity Coordinator
Rosie started working at St Wilfrid's in 2016.
Rosie is a friendly, bubbly person and works extremely hard to brighten up the residents days.
Rosie loves sewing and in the last few years has learnt to make her own clothes, something which she is very proud of! She is also a qualified florist and often spends time with the residents creating wonderful displays.
Admin Assistant
Kirsty has been working at St Wilfrid's since 2014.
Kirsty works part time at St Wilfrid’s to assist with office duties and financial matters within the Home.
Handyman
Graham is the handyman at St Wilfrid's Priory and his jolly voice can often be heard about the home.
He is passionate about making sure the residents have everything they need, and creating the lovely stripes on the garden lawn.
Latest News
Feb 2020
This Valentine's Day, we wanted to celebrate 'love' in all it's forms, so we asked our residents to do something they loved this year. One of our residents, Jennifer Rice, adores poetry and wrote this lovely poem which she agreed we could share.
Jan 2020
As part of the OSJCT ‘Beat the January Blues’ campaign, the residents of St Wilfrid’s Priory Care Home are enjoying food-tasting experiences, to stimulate the mind and taste buds.
Jan 2020
At St Wilfrid’s Priory Care Home we are blessed with a plethora of local food and drink suppliers, and we are starting the process of bringing this local produce onto our menu selections, with the residents making decisions on what to include.
Come and visit us
We would really love to meet you and show you around St Wilfrid’s Priory Care Home. To make sure we have plenty of time to find out about your needs and introduce you to the key members of the team, we recommend you contact us in advance to book an appointment. Alternatively, we welcome you to drop in and see us if you are passing.
Call: 01903 8820792 London Road
Arundel
BN18 9BZ
United Kingdom