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Caring Teams ∙ Complementary Therapies ∙ All-inclusive Fees
Elm Lodge Elm Lodge is a purpose-built 60-bed luxury residential care home set in three acres of stunning landscaped grounds within the beautiful Hampshire countryside. As part of the Forest Care group, residents at Elm lodge benefit from over 43 years of caring experience and five-star hospitality led by resident’s choice in our brand-new eco-friendly facility.
Alongside our luxury fully furnished bedrooms with ensuite wet rooms, courtyard, paddock or countryside views, smart TVs, telephones, complimentary WiFi, and 24-hr call system, Elm Lodge has a home cinema, hair and beauty salon, café, restaurant, on-site activity and hospitality teams, a dedicated activities room, a family room, and multiple spacious lounges and break-out areas. Our reception lobby boasts a self-playing baby grand piano and provides a relaxing space for residents and visitors to unwind with refreshments or just sit and watch the world go by.
Complementing these features, is an extensive outdoor environment offering multiple tranquil spaces to entertain or unwind, including beautifully landscaped gardens, a summer house, a peaceful courtyard and terraces, wheelchair-friendly raised planters, a residents’ gardening club, and even EV charging points.
Our all-inclusive fee includes hairdressing, a nail bar, chiropody, physiotherapy, trips out (12-seater wheelchair-friendly mobility vehicle available) and the many other facilities Elm Lodge has to offer, so you can relax knowing one fee covers all the person-centred care you or your loved one will need. Our open visiting policy means family and friends are welcome at any time.
Our dedicated activities team prioritise resident wellbeing by organising a variety of meaningful and joyful activities and experiences to keep our residents active, happy and healthy. Some of the many activities we provide are; themed tea parties and dining experiences, floristry workshops, arts & crafts, exercise classes, gardening, countryside walks, live musical entertainment, trips out to nearby attractions and cultural days.
To provide the care our residents deserve, we set our staffing levels above industry-standard ratios, to enable a more relaxed environment for our residents where person-centred care can be delivered without having to be rushed. We have Carers on-site 24-hours a day and a Hospitality Team to cater for all our residents’ needs.
Every mealtime is a dining experience at The Hartley Restaurant, Elm Lodge’s elegant restaurant. Our talented Chefs and Hospitality Team pride themselves on offering freshly prepared meals every day, crafted from locally sourced ingredients wherever possible and creating seasonal menus tailored to residents’ preferences.
We involve families in care and activity planning to gain a personal understanding of what really matters to each resident and learn about their favourite pastimes and hobbies. Every resident has an individual care plan which is regularly reviewed to ensure that it meets all medical, physical, emotional and social needs. We encourage social interaction and friendship, and support residents with their individual choices. “Amazing staff lovely food and a lovely place to stay.” Resident review on Carehome.co.uk
It is a great pleasure and a privilege to lead my outstanding team at Elm Lodge. We are a family of like-minded, passionate people. Our goal is to provide the highest level of care with empathy, compassion and respect. Situated in the picturesque village of Hartley Wintney, we are very proud to offer a brand-new state-of-the-art luxury residential care home set in three acres of stunning landscaped grounds within the beautiful Hampshire countryside.
I am delighted to offer our residents such a wonderful living environment and look forward to welcoming them into our family, getting to know them and providing everything that they need to be happy, healthy and fulfilled. My door is always open to all our staff, residents and their families.
Our grand opening ceremony of Elm Lodge took place on Tuesday 10th December with special guest Dr Hilary, who has made regular appearances on ITV programmes and who started his career as a GP in Basingstoke, cutting the ribbon. Dr Hilary praised Elm Lodge’s facilities; “It is beautifully designed with residents in mind, the garden is wonderful, there are lots of different facilities for residents to enjoy, every room has a different atmosphere to it. It is better than a five-star hotel because residents have the quality of care too.”
The Healthcare Design Awards recognise innovation and excellence in the design of care facilities. We are delighted to announce that Elm Lodge is a Finalist in the ‘Best Interior Design’ category. We have highlighted how the interior design elements within Elm Lodge will improve the quality of care for our residents and make a real impact on their lives. The winner will be announced at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London on 13 February 2025, fingers crossed!
Looking for residential care for yourself or a loved one? Book a personal viewing to meet our friendly team and get a feel for our wonderful new home. Call 0333 305 1785 or email enquiries@forestcare.co.uk
