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Caring for the elderly
Situated in landscaped grounds Brookfield has a facilities), and is also within easy reach of shops and
choice of comfortably furnished lounges, offers public transport, as well as having effortless parking
‘QUALITY OF LIFE’ is a freshly cooked meals prepared on site and an in-
house laundry service. In addition, a full time
for visitors outside.
Respite care is offered subject to availability.
phrase much used when referring to activities coordinator provides a schedule of outings Hairdressing and chiropody services are available,
and other pursuits. and the friendly staff work hard to provide outings
the older members of the community
Respite or permanent accommodation, together and entertainment.
and in the Isle of Man there exists a with 24-hour nursing care if required are available at The Ellan Vannin Home in Kingswood Grove is run as
high level of provision to ensure that Brookfield where maintaining quality of life, a non-profit making company, relying on donations
independence and dignity are key to the home's and fund raising to help keep fees to the minimum
a good quality of life can be caring approach. For further information, or to and assist with continued improvements. Enquiries
arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Eddy Wade on to the Officer in Charge on 675820.
maintained. Statutory and non- 817867.
statutory agencies, charities,
voluntary organisations and a broad
range of businesses all combine to
LIFTMANN
help those who need some level of Ian Corlett Services Ltd trading as Liftmann was
incorporated in 1996. Since that time Liftmann has
support in their later years, be it help grown to become the only Manx Lift Company on
the Island to offer such a wide-ranging choice of
around the house, specially adapted Lifting Equipment. We offer our customers a top
equipment, tailored care packages in quality service, hence our engineers are trained to
the highest standard taking LEIA (Lift and Escalator
the home, companionship, Industries Associations) qualifications, they are also
retirement accommodation, clinical CITB CSCS Registered. Liftmann employs five
engineers who repair, install and service all types of
services or even financial advice. lifts, including stairlifts, passenger lifts, wheelchair
lifts, bathlifts, garage ramps, hoists, pillow & cushion
The following pages offer just a few lifts, steplifts and many mobility products. We offer
very competitive prices, and a 24 hour callout
suggestions and advice on how to service is offered to our service contract customers.
maintain one’s independence and get We comply with all the latest guidelines for Health &
Safety and we issue the relevant Loler and SAFed
the best out of those later years. certificates. We pride ourselves in our competent,
friendly and reliable staff delivering a top quality
service.
BROOKFIELD
NURSING HOME ELLAN VANNIN
Conveniently located close to all the amenities of HOME
Ramsey, purpose-built Brookfield residential nursing
home provides professional standards of care for up The Ellan Vannin Home is a happy and comfortable
to 56 residential and nursing clients in well residential home set in the centre of Douglas, with an
appointed single bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities attractive prize winning garden.
and linked to a nurse call system. The home can accommodate 35 residents, each with
a comfortable single bedroom (many with en-suite
ANFIELD MANOR New Gas Boiler DEPARTMENT OF
(Formerly Anfield Hey) Special Offer EDUCATION’S
✣ RESIDENTIAL HOME ✣
46 Victoria Road, Douglas. Tel 624147
NOW ENJOY Mobile
Library
WINTER TIME
COMFORT &
CONVENIENCE
The latest gas boilers are fuel efficient, compact and versatile.
To help you, Manx Gas is offering 35% off its normal price of a new gas
boiler, with five years’ interest-free credit. Yes, 35% off. And you can
• Very homely and caring spread the cost over five years, without paying a penny in interest.
• All bedrooms en-suite - No back views
• 24-hour care with nurse calls in all rooms There’s more. You can take advantage of Service Care, the low-cost
• Full size passenger lift, services to all floors service and maintenance scheme for central heating boilers.
• DHSS funded and short and long term residents welcome
• Walking frame users welcome Talk to Manx Gas Telephone 644446 Or e-mail sales@manxgas.co.im Tel: 673123
• Large garden and patio For details of
• Colour brochure available WARM TO MANX GAS the Mobile Library
Experienced Proprietors Mr K. J. Godwin Manx Gas Ltd Murdoch House South Quay Douglas IM1 5PA or Home Library
and Mrs M. J. Godwin SEN Credit is subject to status. All subject to terms and conditions. Service
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Sharing friendships
and interests
SOUTH DOUGLAS DOOR TO DOOR Sandra Henderson is the Librarian in charge of the
Mobile Service and Fred Moffatt the driver, who
together with Linda Strickett strive to provide a
OLD FRIENDS SERVICE friendly and valued service.
There are over 30,000 books in stock at our
ASSOCIATION If you have difficulty getting to your nearest library
then you need to contact the Mobile Library. The
headquarters, so that most requests can be satisfied.
For those who find reading normal size print difficult
Conveniently located in Finch Road, Douglas the Department of Education’s Mobile Library has been we have a varied selection of large print titles to
South Douglas Old Friends Association provides a delivering books to the Island’s rural communities for choose from as well as books on audio tape or CD.
wealth of varied social opportunities for older people over 30 years. These are not only popular with those who are
in a spirit of exceptional comradeship. Saturday The latest Mobile Library vehicle was custom built in partially-sighted, but so we have been told, those
nights at the association are always popular, with a 2001 and has a stock of almost 3,000 books which who find it takes the pain out of a mountain of
wide range of entertainment provided to suit all include an ever expanding collection of fiction in ironing! In addition there are a wide selection of
tastes, from ballroom dancing to rock and roll, as well hardback, paperback, large print, tapes and CDs as children’s books, for pre-school age up to young
as fund raising events to support local causes. During well as a selection of non-fiction from biographies to adults.
the week bingo is held on Monday, Wednesday and gardening, cookery and crafts. There are no The Mobile Library operates from Noble’s Hall in
Friday at 8 pm, line dancing on Wednesday evening problems with access as the steps convert into a lift Westmoreland Road in Douglas and travels around
and afternoon tea dances are held on Thursday capable of carrying a standing passenger or a the Island visiting once a fortnight or once a month
afternoon. A rolling programme of refurbishment is wheelchair. to the housebound customers. If you require further
underway to maintain the fabric of the The Housebound part of the service details please contact us on 673123.
building and upgrade the amenities at the is probably the most valued – in
Finch Road premises which are available addition to regular book exchanges
for hire for private functions. And despite to Residential Homes, books are
its ‘South Douglas’ title, this long-
established association actively
delivered directly to the homes of
those who find it difficult to travel to
ENERGY
encourages new members from anywhere
in the Island to join – membership rates
their nearest Library. We have
recently purchased a smaller vehicle
EFFICIENCY AT
are very affordable – so wherever you live
in the Island, the South Douglas Old
Friends Association extends a warm
jointly with the Youth and
Community Service which is used to
provide this service to people that
HOME
welcome. the larger mobile is unable to get to. Manx Gas points out that you cut your fuel bills
For more details, please telephone 621700. substantially by taking energy saving measures,
using appliances more efficiently and improving
your home’s insulation.
For instance, don’t have your water heater set too
MARATHON high. For most people, setting the thermostat at
140F (60C) is enough for baths and doing the
COURT washing-up. By turning the thermostat down by
just 1C you can save up to 10%.
Donít leave hot taps running without putting the
NURSING plug into the bath or sink. Fix dripping hot taps: in
one day alone a dripping tap can waste enough hot
HOME water to fill a bath.
Keep the heat in your home. Close curtains at
dusk to help stop heat escaping through your
windows. Double glazing is extremely effective for
✦ saving energy. Without it, there is every likelihood
that 20% of the heat is lost through the gaps.
If your gas boiler is old, you may want to think
VICTORIA ROAD about changing it. Modern boilers are very
DOUGLAS efficient and can save more than 30% on your
heating bills. Upgrade your heating controls and
ISLE OF MAN IM2 4RQ you will make further significant savings.
Loft insulation is one of the easiest and cost
effective ways of improving energy efficiency and
✦ cavity wall insulation can work wonders.
Please ring If you are experiencing problems with the cost of
keeping warm this winter, call Peter Bull at Manx
Jessie or Karen on Gas, telephone number 644406. He is the
01624 674445 customer relations officer.
or 01624 614119
for further details
South Douglas Old
Nationwide Furniture Ltd Friends Association
Finch Road, Douglas.
High Seat Chairs Warmly welcomes new members.
made on the premises to your own A wide range of activities including:
specification CONCERTS • BINGO • TEA DANCES
We are able to supply residential *Also rooms to hire*
homes, hospitals and organisations For more information or an application form
Open Monday to Friday 9am - 7pm telephone:
Saturday 10am - 4pm Chairman David Cretney MHK - 626765
Secretary Val Cowley 624387
Unit 1 • Hills Meadow Industrial Estate
Telephone 611020 Steward: Maggie Clarke 424039 • Club: 621700
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Comfort and security
CROSSROADS ANFIELD MANOR lounges with their twinkling chandeliers and
distinctive dining room. They offer home-cooked
food from their modern kitchen and the garden at the
Anfield Manor in Victoria Road, Douglas, has many
CARING FOR CARERS years of experience in a high standard of day and
night care and offers a comfortable ‘home from
rear provides a patio, lawn and two relaxing fish
ponds as well as car parking.
At Anfield Manor you can be assured of individual,
Crossroads Caring for Carers aims to support those home’ with views over the sea. quality and professional care, where you could
who care for others through the provision of All rooms have delightful and homely furnishings benefit from their experience. Please telephone
practical and professional care. The Isle of Man with en-suite facilities, there’s a passenger lift, three Pauline or Mr Godwin on 624147.
scheme, which is part of UK-wide association, was
formed in 1988. Chairman of the Manx registered
charity is David Gawne who explained: ‘The main
purpose of the charity is to give carers time to be ORTHOTIST –
themselves – a minimum of three hours a week - by
providing good quality respite care delivered by
trained care support workers who will stay with and
TREVOR
look after the individual being cared for.
Very often these are older people being cared for in
HARRISON
their own homes by their spouse, partner or family Trevor is able to deal with a full
member. Crossroads ‘Caring for Carers’ trained care range of orthotics from calipers,
workers can assist in a variety of ways, offering not knee bracing, bio-mechanical
merely companionship in the absence of the carer, insoles and a full range of bespoke
but also practical support, such as assisting with and standard footwear.
personal care for example. If you have difficulty finding shoes
Schemes which support Parent Carers include the to fit because your feet are broad or
provision of a range of group activities,a social club slim, or because of any other foot
for young adults with learning disabilities and a problems, why not phone for free
preschool playgroup for children with special needs. advice service or an appointment,
In addition a young carers' scheme supports young Tel: 0770 250 or 0772 048 5946.
people whose lives are affected by caring issues Trevor Harrison is an orthotist with
offering an opportunity for them to engage in a over 30 years experience working in
range of activities with people of their own age. the NHS and private practice,
The charity’s services are available from 8am to currently holding clinics in the Isle
midnight and care support is also provided for of Man.
people living on their own.
David Gawne said: ‘To us, a carer is an unpaid
person looking after a friend, family member, join the
husband, wife or partner, helping that individual
retain his or her dignity and independence.
Crossroads Caring for Carers recognises that these
carers have a need for a regular quality ‘care break’ to
Manx
support them and help them continue in that role.'
Retirement
There are some 200 schemes operating across the UK
and Wales, the charity taking its name from the 1960s
TV soap of the same name produced by Central TV
who provided funding for the very first Crossroads
Brookfield Association
Caring for Carers scheme.
The charity enjoys the support of Government along
Nursing and Residential Home where your friends are the
with the Island's private and business community, family you choose for
and the Isle of Man scheme is the only one to have Claughbane Drive, Ramsey, Isle of Man IM6 2RE
become a member of the Princess Royal Trust for (near Ramsey Golf Club) yourself and where there
Carers, a body dedicated to research and promoting are no strangers at our
care issues. ‘We work closely with the Trust,’ said
David Gawne, ‘and this year were delighted when
Her Royal Highness came to the Island to open our
• Long Term Residence meetings, only friends who
Isle of Man Carer’s Centre.’ have not yet met.
• Respite or Convalescence Care
For your free information
Abbotswood House • 24 Hour Assistance pack telephone the
Manx Retirement Association
Nursing Home on 817007
Abbotswood, Crossag Road, Ballasalla IM9 3DZ
• Private or DHSS Funding
Purpose built Nursing Home close to the • Hairdressing Salon
centre of Ballasalla, offering single en suite
rooms. • Beautifully Landscaped Gardens MOBILE
Provides for long-term and respite care.
Registered for general nursing and palliative • Holiday Stays HAIRDRESSER
care 30 Years Experience
Our Grosvenor Wing caters for the care of EMI
Residents.
• All En-suite Luxury Rooms 5 Your own home
5 Residential Home Visits
For further information please contact the
administration 5 Hospital Visits
For further information please call Eddie or Mary
Tel (01624) 822310 Fax (01624) 822318
Website: www.abbotswood.co.im
Telephone: 01624 817867 Tel: 460588
Email: abbotswood@manx.net or call in anytime for an informal viewing / 835725
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Relax, you've earned it
MANX RETIREMENT with friends too and there are a number of special
groups catering for quieter times
Retirement is usually a time for winding down? Not
ASSOCIATION a bit of it – it’s a time to make a fresh start and
above all, to stay active. Tel 817007 for more
We can’t guarantee that you’ll live to be a hundred information.
but advances in health-care and taking advantage
of a more active retirement means that the over
50s will have the chance to live longer and happier
than ever before.
NATIONWIDE
Staying young in mind and positive in your
everyday thoughts and actions will contribute to a
FURNITURE LTD
happy, lengthy life. Here at the MRA we have a host For older people the right height and comfort of a
of events and activities that will keep you young in chair or seat is quite significant and Nationwide
mind. Furniture offers a unique service. Whilst they can
Companionship and shared interests are vitally supply reclining, orthopaedic and Queen Anne
important and help towards mental stimulation. chairs, they have the skills to convert any chair and
Retirement can sometimes be a dangerous time for tailor-make it to suit a person’s height, body weight
it means giving up the regularity of employment. or leg length.
Many older people believe that the secret of Nationwide Furniture has been in the business for
growing old gracefully is to keep busy. A full diary 45 years. Their vast experience shows in the
can be an excellent aid in the retirement process. product and they also offer an efficient upholstery
The MRA offers an exercise group as well as service using traditional skills. Home visits can be
activities including computer training, bridge, arranged for people who are interested but are
whist, bowling, golf and many others. It’s equally unable to visit the workshop, so phone 611020 for
important to have some quiet moments shared information.
ABBOTSWOOD NURSING
LOCAL HEARING HOME
Abbotswood Nursing Home, Ballasalla is a wonderful example of a
purpose built nursing home which is licensed to cater for 61
residents. Full facilities for the disabled are available including
CARE SERVICE
lifts.
Modern communication systems are in situ, with facilities for
private telephone, TV and satellite TV. All rooms are completely
en-suite with specially adapted showers and bathrooms, with
hoists available on each wing. The Grosvenor wing provides for the
for ISLE OF MAN
Elderly Mentally Infirm, supplying a safe and secure environment.
The Activities Co-ordinator is responsible for a full and varied
programme, including mini-bus outings, Wednesday afternoon
bingo sessions, choir concerts, theme nights, regular organ
recitals, picnics, barbecues and a monthly Christian inter-
denominational service where local ministers and priests visit to
take the service, which is well attended.
Abbotswood has installed a specialised physiotherapy room and
As part of Hidden Hearing’s ongoing commitment employs a trained physiotherapist who, together with
physiotherapy aides aim to improve and maintain the mobility
to improving hearing, all Isle of Man residents and quality of life of the residents. Hairdressing, chiropody and
therapeutic baths are all available within the Nursing Home.
can benefit from Hidden Hearing’s first class Abbotswood is family owned and operated. The Director of
Nursing Services and her experienced team are all dedicated to
hearing care services. Our Hearing Aid provide the highest level of professional care and service.
Dispensers make regular visits to the island and
can attend to all your hearing care needs. TOP DRAWER
Market Street, Douglas
Stay at home as long as
possible with the help of
Tel: 620996
We offer: Stockists of
LIFTMANN
Nightdresses 5 Riser Recline Chairs 5
• Free hearing tests • Full after-care service 5 Bathlifts 5
• Latest digital technology • Batteries & accessories Pyjamas 5Wheelchair Lifts 5
5 Stairlifts 5
Dressing Gowns 5 Hoists 5
• Professional advice • Home visits available Bed jackets & Bed socks 5 Electric Scooters 5
5 Steplifts 5
Thermal and 5 Mobility Aids 5
¤ 01624 616915
Cotton Underwear Free, no obligation home visits
available
Bras and Corselettes We will find the best product for you
Quote Ref: CFEA5003
by Triumph and Playtex CALL LIFTMANN ON 822568
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Quality care, happy life
The aims and objectives of the Home are: to provide
accommodation in comfortable and homely
TOP DRAWER surroundings where residents can enjoy privacy,
dignity and be assisted with their disabilities
Top Drawer is situated at the rear of the Victoria according to their individual needs; to employ staff
Arcade in Market Street, Douglas (opposite who are professionally competent, caring and
Safeway). Disabled parking is nearby. Mrs understanding of the special needs of all residents
Elizabeth Christian and her assistants are both collectively and individually; to provide an
renowned for their friendly and helpful service atmosphere that enhances the quality of life for
and this family run business can supply residents and staff alike and to recognise and respect
everything you need to keep you warm this winter. the cultural needs of the individual; to operate the
Nightwear by Slenderella, Brettles and Caressa business in a professional manner to ensure that
including wyncyette in 3/4 and full length and a financial considerations never conflict with the
large selection of pyjamas and nightshirts to suit ethical requirements of caring.
all ages and sizes along with a new range of silky The Home welcomes comments and suggestions
appearance nightdresses with matching wraps by from residents, relatives and staff.
Slenderella in sizes up to 24/26. Dressing gowns in Accommodation – the grounds offer ample car
2 lengths, sizes 10/12 - 24/26 from £19.50. parking and the gardens provide areas where
Thermal cotton, vests and panties in various styles residents can sit out in fine weather. The courtyard
and up to XOX and thermal cosy-tops are stocked situated at the rear of the Home with its fountain, is
in sleeveless or short sleeve style. extremely popular for alfresco lunches, afternoon
The well known ‘Cross Your Heart’ bras by Playtex, teas, BBQs or just to sit quietly with friends and
Triumph Doreen bras up to size H cup and a large
selection of both wired and unwired bras to suit
relatives. The raised flowerbeds at the front of tho
Home have been designed to enable people who HIDDEN HEARING
all sizes are stocked. You will also find cosy bed require the use of wheelchairs to enjoy the physical
jackets and bed socks, hosiery by Pretty Polly, and mental benefits of gardening. Established for more than 30 years, Hidden Hearing
Aristoc, Elbeo and Levante include 30 and 60 boasts a wealth of experience in helping people who
Catering – where possible and practical, meals are are hard of hearing. Our registered Hearing Aid
denier stockings and hold-ups in 10, 15 or 30 prepared daily using fresh Manx produce. Special
denier. Also support stockings and tights and a Dispensers make regular visits to the island and will
diets are catered for with consideration given to the ensure that you have access to the best hearing care
good selection of socks. individual person. available.
Many people don’t realise they have a hearing
MARATHON COURT MOBILE problem. Perhaps you have to keep asking others to
repeat themselves more often than usual. Or you
may have to turn up the volume on the TV or radio. If
NURSING HOME HAIRDRESSER this sounds familiar you should get your hearing
checked.
Marathon Court Nursing Home is set in its own As well as home visits, Cindy offers her services in We can advise you on the best hearing aid for you.
grounds surrounded by mature gardens and trees hospital and residential homes. Personal grooming Each hearing aid is tailor made to meet customer’s
with panoramic views over Douglas Bay and the Irish plays an important part in feeling better, especially individual requirements. At Hidden Hearing we have
Sea. when one is spending time in hospital or other health access to a wide choice of hearing aids to suit all
The Home is situated in the heart of Douglas and care facilities and not in optimum health. budgets including the very latest in digital
provides high ‘I have long felt that for some patients, doctors technology. For those self-conscious about wearing
quality nursing should be prescribing an appointment with a one, we have aids so discreet that they aren't visible
service for hairdresser or beauty therapist, which often times once inside the ear!
elderly people will lift one’s spirits and general sense of well being as We offer a full aftercare service including regular
in need of care. much, if not more, than a ‘pill’.’ follow ups and a repair service. We also supply a
The emphasis Cindy was a hairdresser for over 30 years in America range of batteries and accessories.
of the service is before moving to the Isle of Man 18 months ago,
to consider the For a free information pack on how Hidden Hearing
having studied haircolour in New York, Chicago, could help you improve your hearing please call
spiritual, Hawaii, and internationally in Canada, Switzerland,
physical and 616915.
Portugal.
emotional
needs of all Tel Cindy Lancaster 460588 (mobile), or 835725
the ellan vannin home
residents and to (home).
recognise them
kingswood grove
as persons who
are invaluable
members of
society.
Do you have difficulty Crossroads Caring for Carers (Isle of Man)
Isle of Man Registered Charity Number 383
finding shoes that fit? Isle of Man Carers’ Centre, 35/36 Derby Square, Douglas
We may be able to help you Isle of Man, IM1 3LW
EXPERIENCED Care at Home Scheme
ORTHOTIST We employ and train our Carer Support Workers to provide a good
quality respite service. Our staff will respect clients’ values and
Visiting the Island provide a confidential service while taking over the carer’s role,
leaving them free to enjoy a few worry free hours, perhaps once or
Whether you need special shoes, twice a week. The service is offered between the hours of 8.00am
splintage for any part of the body, and midnight- Contact 671266
podiatry- foot problems, knee We also offer:- • Close to all Douglas amenities • Excellent home cooking
bracing, we will give you a FREE A Young Carers’ support group for children who live in a family • Set in beautiful gardens • Thirty-five residents
clinical assessment. where there is a serious illness or disability,
• Kind, caring atmosphere
Contact 678646
contact:
A Pre-school Service for children with special needs, The Ellan Vannin Home is a Registered Charity
Trevor Harrison on Contact 679585
Enquiries and visits welcome.
0770 250 4607 A Social Club for young adults with special needs,
Contact 673103 Telephone Mrs Hill on 675820
or 0772 048 5946 A Special Needs Holiday Scheme for children with special needs,
Contact 673103
