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It is home to over 48 older people who receive care and support, either through supported (sheltered) or residential accommodation. These unique early 18th Century buildings, grouped around a courtyard, have been extensively modernised to provide support and care for older people. A caring community for over 300 years The almshouses were founded by Lady Katherine Leveson in her Will of 1674 to provide homes and care for older people. She wanted their lives, in her own words "to reflect the Christian virtues of loving care and concern, whilst representing freedom for all". (see more history).
The care complex consists of self contained units where older people live. The former Master's House and servants' quarters have been converted to units on the ground and first floor levels. There are lounge facilities on both floors, plus provision for assisted bathing, hairdressing and therapy, together with purpose-built kitchen and laundry facilities. Trust and understanding We believe that this community should be a home: a home where a much loved family member can feel content and at ease. It is our policy to help residents play an active role in decision making and also to retain links with the community.
If you want to find out more about care and support here at Temple Balsall then please see our Statement of Purpose. The best way, of course, to find out about who we are and what we do is to come and see us. Please ring or complete the contact form if you would like to arrange a visit. You will also find within this section of our web page the Admissions Procedure and Application Forms. Care provision is inspected by the Commission for Social Care Inspectors.
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This
is probably the most famous view of Temple Balsall - the early 18th
Century Courtyard (pictured right). Many people pass it on walks and
I am sure often wonder what goes on here.
More
than 300 years later we remain committed to that ideal. Our aim is to
provide a secure and caring environment which meets the individual needs
of each resident. We seek to offer personal care that encourages choice,
respects dignity and fosters feelings of self worth.
This
helps to create an atmosphere of trust and understanding which is essential
to the well being of all that live here.