Services Offered by Cedar Lawn Nursing Home in Romsey, Hampshire

Overview

Cedar Lawn Nursing Home, operated by Allegra Care, is situated on Braishfield Road, about one mile north of Romsey town centre. Housed in a beautifully adapted Georgian manor set within peaceful landscaped gardens, it provides nursing, respite, and palliative care for around 28–30 residents, mostly over the age of 50

1. Residential Care

• Residential Care for individuals requiring help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and meals—but not necessarily ongoing nursing interventions
• Comfortable accommodation: 28 bedrooms (most ensuite; four with enhanced bathroom accessibility), profiling beds, and on-site temperature‑controlled radiators

2. Nursing Care

• For residents with enduring or unstable medical conditions, requiring regular nursing assessment, risk management, and coordinated input from healthcare professionals (e.g. GPs, physiotherapists, dietitians)
• 24×7 nurse‑call system, specialist lifting equipment, and ongoing professional development for staff

3. Respite / Short‑Stay Care

• Flexible short‑stay and Respite Care (from a few days to several weeks) to support both carers and the cared‑for.
• Same high standard facilities and activity programs as long‑term residents enjoy.

4. End‑of‑Life / Palliative Care

• Compassionate and dignified Palliative Care where emphasis shifts from curing illness to quality of life and comfort .
• Holistic support—addressing physical symptoms as well as emotional, psychological, spiritual, and practical needs

5. Person‑Centred Care Planning

• Individualised care plans co-created with residents and families, regularly reviewed and adapted over time.

• emphasis on encouraging independence in daily activities and protecting privacy, individuality, and dignity.

6. Nourishing Meals

• Freshly prepared, seasonal menus served three times daily in a bright dining area with garden views—or in-room if preferred.

• Tailored to individual tastes, dietary needs, allergies, and intolerances.

7. Activities & Well‑being

• Diverse on-site activities: arts & crafts, gentle exercise (yoga, tai‑chi), baking, book clubs, flower arranging, and more.
• Excursions using their minibus and driver: local trips around Romsey, New Forest outings, seaside visits, plus visits to cafés, pubs, churches.

8. Visiting & Community Connection

• Welcoming visiting arrangements encourage family and friends to participate in shared experiences and build meaningful connections.
• A community feeling in a smaller, close‑knit home of about 28 residents.

9. Practical Amenities & Optional Extras

According to Allegra Care’s general facilities policy:

Included in base fees

• Accommodation, heating, lighting, meals, basic personal care, housekeeping, laundry
• Television provision, group activities and entertainment
• GP‑referred physiotherapy and visiting opticians

Available at additional cost

• Hairdressing, chiropody, dry cleaning
• Private medical appointments, transport, therapies, newspapers/magazines, staff escorts

Summary of Services

Why people choose Cedar Lawn?

• • A sophisticated, serene Georgian environment with contemporary care facilities.
• Rated “Good” by the CQC and highly rated locally (e.g. 9.3–9.9/10)
• Staff are compassionate, professional, highly trained, and supported via continuous professional development.

A strong ethos focused on dignity, independence, and meaningful quality of life.