PRINCE Philip Duke of Edinburgh Court in Sindlesham has been recognised with an EMBRACE Dementia Accreditation by RMBI Care Co.
The award marks dedication and expertise of the home’s team to enhancing residents’ quality of life and providing reassurance to their loved ones.
The care home has traditionally provided residential care, nursing and residential dementia support, but now also offers nursing dementia care for residents with nursing needs that have a diagnosis of dementia.
Its dedicated team focuses on understanding each resident’s personal history and preferences to build trust and plan meaningful activities.
The Dementia Accreditation has been created by Anne Child, RMBI Care Co.’s Pharmacy and Dementia Specialist Lead.
Anne has received an MBE for her services to dementia and also acts as a special advisor to the Care Quality Commission.
Together with Lucy Tupenny, RMBI Care Co.’s Assistant Director of Quality and Governance, they aim to raise and maintain high standards of dementia care using a suite of dementia modules to support care staff.
Some of the modules have also been externally accredited by the CPD Certification Service.
Russell Evans, regional operations manager for the South region at RMBI Care Co., said:
“Caring for people living with dementia requires more than just skill; it takes patience, empathy and a deep understanding of each individual.
“Thanks to the commitment of our dementia specialist team and all the Home’s staff, no resident is ever just a name on a care plan, but a person with a story, a past and a future filled with meaningful moments.”
Abigail Cranston, Home Manager at Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh Court, said: “We are so proud to have met the benchmark for this accreditation, and are so grateful for all the support from our team, families and volunteers, who have enabled us to provide individualised care from a holistic perspective.
“This accreditation has encouraged us to continue enhancing our residents’ wellbeing and the culture of our Home.”
