To help find the right care home for you, here's some questions you can ask when you enquire.
- What is your visitor policy?
- What types of activities are available?
- Can we specify a visiting GP?
- Are family members allowed to stay overnight?
- Are pets allowed to visit or stay?
- What types of food are offered each week?
- What kinds of days out do you offer?
- Can residents bring personal furniture?
- What security procedures are in place?
- How do you handle complaints?
Do you need to find care urgently? Call our care experts on 0800 048 8618 between 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday to get their impartial guidance.
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Alexander Court
Raymond Street, Thetford, IP24 2EA
Contact this home
Call now for more details - staff are happy to answer any of your questions about care.
Summary
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Good
Regulator's rating
More details -
47 beds
Maximum occupancy
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1998
Date opened
From the owner
Alexander Court Care Home is a purpose-built residential home, situated in the heart of Thetford.
The modern building has been designed specifically with the needs of elderly residents in mind, and a very caring team work hard to make everyone fee…
Alexander Court Care Home is a purpose-built residential home, situated in the heart of Thetford.
The modern building has been designed specifically with the needs of elderly residents in mind, and a very caring team work hard to make everyone feel at home. The home operates an open door policy and encourage visiting at all times. There are regular outings to local places of interest including the library, park and the Dad’s Army museum.
All of the bedrooms are en-suite, with TV’s in each room and phone sockets are available on request. Alexander Court has communal and quiet lounges, a television lounge overlooking the garden as well as other areas for quiet relaxation.
The town styled lawn garden and patio areas are a popular place to sit, and for keen gardeners amongst residents are encouraged to help to keep it looking blooming. Garden features include; secure patio area, enclosed courtyard garden, sensory garden, raised flowerbeds, summerhouse, comfortable seating areas and wheelchair accessible.
Meals at Alexander Court are home-cooked by the in house chef who caters for dietary, cultural and enriched needs, always offering a speciality dish on the menu. Residents are very involved in planning activities with the Activities Co-ordinator. Popular pastimes include Arts and crafts, Quizzes, Professional entertainers, Music therapy, Local school performances and shows.
From the manager
“Welcome to Alexander Court We strive to provide care of the highest quality for the elderly on a permanent or respite basis, in lovely comfortable surroundings. Our team of experienced professionals constantly undergo training to provide outstanding care and support to all residents. Our philosophy is simple; we want everyone to enjoy life to the full. We never forget that all our residents are individuals and we treat them with dignity, privacy and respect while offering freedom of choice and as much independence as possible. Friends and family are welcome at any time. Hot drinks and snacks are always available and guests are invited to share a meal with residents. Our cook prepares three nutritious meals a day and the menu changes regularly to reflect seasonal produce. Special diets are catered for. Residents have freedom to choose what to do and when. There is plenty going and our activities coordinator puts together a full programme which is adapted to suit the needs and wishes of our residents. Activities include quizzes, sing-alongs, reminiscence therapy, indoor games, art and craft, baking and wherever possible, trips out and about. I’d love to show you around the home. So if you should like a tour, or wish to discuss any aspect of elderly care with me, please telephone the home to make an appointment. Yours sincerely Dagmara Kaminska Home Manager”
— Pat Collins
To help find the right care home for you, here's some questions you can ask when you enquire.
- What is your visitor policy?
- What types of activities are available?
- Can we specify a visiting GP?
- Are family members allowed to stay overnight?
- Are pets allowed to visit or stay?
- What types of food are offered each week?
- What kinds of days out do you offer?
- Can residents bring personal furniture?
- What security procedures are in place?
- How do you handle complaints?
Do you need to find care urgently? Call our care experts on 0800 048 8618 between 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday to get their impartial guidance.
Contact this home
Call now for more details - staff are happy to answer any of your questions about care.
Care provided
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Residential care
Accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication.
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Dementia care
Specialist care designed to meet the challenges faced by people living with dementia.
Care specialisms
This home offers specialised care for any of the following:
- Adults over 65 years
- Adults under 65 years
- Dementia
Features
- 47 beds
- 47 en-suite rooms
- Purpose built, opened in 1998
Prices
Sorry, we don't have prices for this care home - please contact the care provider for more details.
Funding for care in England
If your total savings and property assets are below £23,250, then you may be able to access local authority funding towards accommodation costs, personal care and nursing care.
To qualify, you must first arrange a care needs assessment.
Read more about how to fund care