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Accommodation
Our home has two recently refurbished lounges, one quiet and one for activities to allow residents to choose their preference dependent on their mood. The grounds of the house have beautiful landscaped gardens which residents can admire from the airy dining room conservatory or enjoy in the warmer months. Residents are encouraged to bring as much as they like from home to help them settle in and be in familiar surroundings.
Activities
Our activities co-ordinators are dynamic and immensely practiced in inspiring and encouraging the elderly to take part and socialise. Some of the most popular activities are Quiz Time and Exercises to Music. The residents love going on outings such as boat trips, regular walks into Poole Park and to Moors Valley. We also have regular entertainers, school visits and performers at Kingland House.
Cuisine
At Kingland we pride ourselves on the high standard of fresh food produced on a daily basis. Nutrition is a very important aspect of keeping healthy and we ensure that residents are receiving all their vital vitamins and nutrients, no matter what their dietary requirements are.
Types of Care
Residential Care
Residential care is for older people who are finding it increasingly difficult to manage at home without additional help and support.
Residents will not only be supported with personal care but our devoted staff will take over all the everyday tasks of laundry, cooking, gardening and housekeeping, allowing the residents more time to relax and enjoy themselves in a comfortable and safe environment.
It is our priority to make everything as seamless as possible in the moving process so that your loved one maintains their independence, dignity and identity at all times. Choosing the right care home for a loved one can be an overwhelming task and we will be there to support you throughout the whole process.
We encourage friends and family to visit as often as they can and everyone is of course invited to come along to the parties and events we regularly hold for the residents.
At Buckland Care we take time to get to know each resident, tailoring the care we provide to suit each individual person.
Our dedicated team is proud of the facilities available to residents, and work hard to ensure they retain as much independence as possible but rest assured, we will be there 24 hours a day should they need us.
Palliative or End of Life Care
Ultimately, we all want to end our lives in quiet dignity, free from pain, in a place where we feel at home. The final stages of a person’s life can be a complicated and emotionally overwhelming experience for the family.
We aim to control pain and ease the suffering of our residents, ensuring that we make their lives as fulfilling as possible through to the end. Buckland Care also provides tailored emotional support and practical guidance for families and friends throughout end of life care.
Dementia Care
Choosing a care home for someone living with dementia is a major decision. You need to be sure that your loved one will be in an understanding, nurturing environment with professionals who have the experience and knowledge to safely care for them.
At all Buckland Care homes that is exactly what we offer. We do everything we can to make our residents feel at ease, with tailored features for those living with dementia. Every carer is trained to care for dementia patients and our homes have been adapted to aid those living with a dementia-related illness.
Respite Care
Buckland Care homes provide respite care for people who may only require a short stay in a care home. Respite care is an invaluable service for those who care full-time for their loved ones, providing them with a chance to take a break from daily responsibilities.
Some residents use it as a way to trial the home before moving in full term, to see if they will feel settled and at home. The length of time residents stay is flexible and can be anything from a week to a few months. We will work with you and deliver a high level of professional care to all residents no matter how long they are staying with us.
Day Care
In all of our homes at Buckland Care, we offer day care for those who wish to socialise with their peers and be looked after during the day but return to their own home in the evening.
The benefits of this are plentiful: allowing full time carers to rest; socialising with like-minded people and keeping the body and mind active; relieving oneself of the hassle of personal care and home-cooked meal preparation; a simple change of scene. With our welcoming staff on hand all day, individuals can feel safe and secure within our friendly care homes and enjoy a different environment to their own home.
Staff
Our staff at Kingland House are extremely compassionate and we encourage them first and foremost to treat each resident as an individual and to consistently take into account their specific needs. We recruit each staff member carefully, ensuring that we take on only the highest quality of carers.
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Tracy Waite
Registered Manager
Tracy, who is originally from London but has lived in Dorset since 1977, has worked in care on a personal and professional level for 33 years.
Tracy is passionate about maintaining high standards in the care environment. This passion focusses her to lead the team alongside Maria at Kingland House. As the previous Head of Care at Kingland, Tracy has learnt new qualities and skills that she can use in her role as Registered Manager. -
Olimpia Paicu
Deputy Manager
Olimpia who is originally from Romania, moved to Dorset in 2014 and began her career at Kingland House as a Care Assistant. She very quickly realised that caring for people was a passion and something she wanted to further progress in.
Through hard work and dedication Olimpia completed her necessary qualifications and progress into the position of Deputy Manager at Kingland House and is an invaluable member of our team.
“Being the Deputy Manager of Kingland House and being a part of this team is the one greatest opportunities and achievements of my professional life.” -
Rachael Hodgkinson
Administrator
Rachael joined Kingland House in September 2021 and although has never worked in a care home, loves that this role provides the perfect balance of interaction with residents and their families and office work. She was pleasantly surprised by the strong family vibes at Kingland House, at how welcoming everyone is and how well she has fitted in. She has strong background in administration and has worked in various offices roles since leaving University. When not at work Rachael loves to spend time with her family and friends.
The staff at Kingland were always cheerful and willing to go the extra mile [for my father]. They took great care of him and his health improved no end. We would have no hesitation in recommending the home!
Shirley Davies
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Our wonderful residents at Kingland House, enjoyed arts and crafts, using their amazing creativity, making some beautiful bright flowers. 😀🌺
Wishing the happiest of Birthdays to Ray and Roy!🥳![]()
We hope you have both had a day filled with joy and laughter!😁
Minimal Risk Fire Safety Thank you Kev for the Fire Marshall Training today, Senior staff members practicing their skills and ensuring they keep everyone safe #SafetyFirst #training
This afternoon, some amazing residents, had a trip to Poole Park. 😀As they looked around in the park, the sun was shining through.☀️
Celebrating a fantastic day here at Kingland House, with our cheerful resident David, enjoying his sweet treats and birthday cake!![]()
Wishing him a very happy birthday :) 🥳
