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Supporting Your Parent's Recovery: Exploring Residential Care Homes After Major Treatment

Following your parent’s major treatment, whether surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or another complex procedure, their well-being becomes your top priority.  The desire to bring them home may be strong, but regaining strength and managing daily activities independently can be a significant challenge. Considering a care home, even temporarily, can provide the ideal environment for a smooth…

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What Residential Care Homes Provide: Signs Your Loved One May Need One

As our loved ones age, their needs and capabilities often change in ways that require additional support. Recognising when it’s time to consider a care home can be challenging but ensuring their safety, health, and well-being is paramount. Here are some key indicators that your loved one might benefit from the professional care and support…

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Care home costs and considerations

If you are reading this there is a good chance you are considering the option of placing a loved one or relative into a care home, therefore it is crucial to carefully explore all available options on how much a care home costs and what they can offer. When to Consider a Care Home: A…

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Enhancing Self-Esteem in Elderly Care Home Residents

Self-esteem in elderly care home residents is of utmost importance. Self-esteem plays a vital role in the overall well-being of individuals, regardless of age. For elderly care home residents, maintaining a healthy level of self-esteem is crucial for their mental and emotional health. This blog explores effective strategies to boost self-esteem among elderly care home…

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How Care Homes Manage Arthritis in Elderly Residents

Arthritis in elderly care home residents is a prevalent condition, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. For older adults residing in care homes, arthritis can significantly impact their quality of life. Therefore, it is crucial for care homes to implement effective strategies and provide comprehensive support to residents with arthritis. In this article, we will…

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The power of having art activities for elderly residents at Victoria Grand Care Home

At Victoria Grand Care Home, we take pride in offering a comprehensive and enriching living experience for our elderly residents. Among the various activities designed to enhance their quality of life, the incorporation of art activities for elderly residents has proven to be both therapeutic and transformative. In this article, we will get into the…

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Beach day trips for the elderly residents at Victoria Grand Care Home

At Victoria Grand Care Home, a wonderful day out has been introduced to bring joy and a breath of fresh air to its elderly residents. Regular day trips for the elderly, specifically beach excursions, have become a beloved activity, offering a refreshing break from the daily routine and providing numerous benefits for the residents’ well-being.…

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Victoria Grand organise heartfelt Remembrance Day activities for elderly.

Meaningful Remembrance Day activities for elderly residents at Victoria Grand care home carry deep significance. Crafted to honour past heroes, these activities allow the elderly not only to pay tribute to historical figures but also to unite in collective remembrance. Through participation, they share appreciation for the sacrifices that have profoundly shaped our shared history.…

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Is 24 hr Home Care Always the Right Choice for Older People?

When our loved one’s age, we face important decisions about how best to care for them. Home care has become a popular choice for seniors, allowing them to stay in the comfort of their familiar surroundings. But is 24-hour home care always the right option? In this article, we’ll examine the pros and cons of…

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Outdoor Activities for Elderly Care Home Residents

Getting outside is important, regardless of our age. So, it is important to understand the benefits of outdoor activities for elderly people and care home residents. As we age, staying active and engaged in meaningful activities becomes increasingly important for maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being. While indoor activities have their merits, there is a…

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The Power of Storytelling for Care Home Residents

The power of storytelling is incredible. As we age, maintaining social connections and engaging in meaningful activities become increasingly important for our overall well-being. For care home residents, one powerful tool that can bring joy, connection, and cognitive stimulation is the art of storytelling. Storytelling activities and conversations with friends, families, and staff offer a…

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Welcoming Our New Care Home Activities Coordinators

At The Victoria Grand, we constantly strive to provide the highest level of care and support to our residents. We are thrilled to announce the addition of two new Care Home Activities Coordinators to our dedicated team. With their passion for enhancing the lives of our residents and their extensive expertise in coordinating engaging activities,…

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5 Fun and Unusual Activities for Care Home Residents

Engaging in meaningful activities are essential for the well-being of care home residents. While traditional activities like bingo and crafts have their merits, introducing wacky and unusual activities can inject fun and excitement into their daily routines. These activities for care home residents not only entertain but also offer numerous mental, physical, and emotional benefits,…

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Horticultural Therapy and its Benefits

In recent years, the benefits of horticultural therapy have gained recognition in various fields, including healthcare and rehabilitation. As a means of promoting well-being and enhancing quality of life, horticultural therapy has shown exceptional promise, particularly in care home settings. At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we firmly believe in the transformative power of horticultural…

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The Benefits of Singing for Dementia

The benefits of singing for dementia has many benefits. Music and singing have long been a powerful form of communication, connecting people across generations, cultures and social barriers. Over the past few decades, research has revealed that music has numerous therapeutic benefits for elderly people and those living with dementia. Studies have shown that regular…

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What is Residential Care?

You may have heard the terms residential care home or nursing home, but one question we’re often asked is, “what is residential care?” and “how does it differ to other forms of care?”. Residential care is a type of long-term care that provides assistance and support to individuals who are unable to live independently due…

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Maintaining Healthy a Relationship with an Elderly Relative in a Care Home

As our elderly relatives age, it’s not uncommon for them to require more support and care than we can provide at home. In these cases, care homes can provide a safe and comfortable environment for our loved ones to live in. However, as family members, it’s important that we continue to maintain strong relationships with…

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Top Tips: Nutrition for Elderly People

As we age, our bodies require different nutritional needs to maintain health and well-being. For elderly individuals living in care homes, it is important for caregivers to ensure that their residents are receiving the appropriate nutrition they need. In this blog, we will offer guidance on how caregivers can provide care home residents with the…

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How Faith Helps to Preserve Dignity in a Care Home

Dignity in a care home is essential for promoting dignity and improving the quality of life of elderly residents. At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we believe that everyone has the right to practice their religion and faith, and this is especially true when it comes to those living in care homes. Allowing residents to…

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Top Springtime Activities for Care Home Residents

Physical activities for care home residents can improve strength, balance and coordination as well as help to maintain healthy joints and muscles. Not only that, activities can also help stimulate the mind with creative activities such as art or music. It is also important for seniors to stay socially connected which activities provide an ideal…

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Discussing Care Homes with Your Elderly Parent Who Refuses Help

We all want to help our loved ones, particularly our parents. However, it can be difficult to understand why elderly parents might refuse help. This can be frustrating, confusing and upsetting to many involved. So, our experts have created this blog to help you understand why an elderly parent refuses help and how you can…

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Care Home or Home Care?

Making sure that your elderly relative gets the best care possible is challenging. When asking yourself the question, “care home or home care?”, it can be difficult to know which option would be best for your loved one. While care at home might seem like the more comfortable and familiar choice, care homes often provide…

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Tips to Improve Memory in Elderly People

Memory loss is a common problem that affects many elderly people. It can be difficult to remain active and engaged in life when memory is slipping away. Fortunately, there are some ways to improve memory in elderly people, so they can continue living an independent and fulfilling life. In this article, we’ll provide you with…

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Preventing Strokes in the Elderly

Strokes in the elderly are a major health concern. The good news is that strokes can be prevented through lifestyle changes, proper medical care, and early detection of signs and symptoms. In this article, we’ll discuss how to spot signs of a stroke in elderly people, as well as steps you can take to help…

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Top Tips on Finding Good Care Homes

Finding good care homes for the elderly or infirm can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it’s difficult to know which one is best for your loved one. Fortunately, there are some key questions you can ask and signs to look out for that will help you spot good care homes from…

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Spotting Different Stages of Dementia

Dementia is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Dementia can have different stages, and each stage has different effects on elderly people. In this article, we will discuss the different stages of dementia and how they impact elderly people. We hope that this article can help you to spot early signs of…

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How Does Weather Impact Mental Health in the Elderly?

Mental health can be a delicate topic, but it’s especially important for elderly people. The mental health of the elderly is impacted by many different factors and the weather can be one of them. This article examines how weather changes—whether it’s due to seasonality or extreme weather events—can affect mental health in older adults. We’ll…

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When to Discuss Options for Elderly Care

Having to move a loved one into a care home can be a difficult and emotional conversation. Even if you know it is the best decision for your family, feeling like you are abandoning an elderly relative can be hard to cope with. It’s important to remember that options for care are available and that…

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Care Home Activities for Rainy Days

Rainy days can be a challenge for care homes and their residents. With outdoor activities off the table, it’s important to come up with creative indoor activities to keep elderly residents engaged and entertained. We’ve compiled a list of care home activities that you can use on those stormy days when everyone is stuck inside.…

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Residential Care Homes Help Families

We all know how care homes can help elderly people, but there are many benefits to their families too. Residential care homes can provide support and assistance to elderly people while also enabling their families to have peace of mind that their loved ones are being cared for. In this article, we will look at…

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Winter Activities for Elderly People

As winter rolls in and the weather get colder, it’s important to make sure that you’re still staying active. For elderly people, this can be a challenge, as they may not be able to get out and about as much as they used to. There are plenty of winter activities for elderly people to keep…

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Winter Health Tips for Elderly People

As we age, our bodies become more susceptible to health problems. The winter season can be particularly tough on our health, especially for elderly people. It can be tricky to stay in tip-top condition, so it is important to stay on top of our health. So, we have developed this guide with our winter health…

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Making Christmas in Care Homes Special

Christmas is a special time of year for many people, but it can be extra special for those spending it in a care home. For families, it can be difficult to know how to make the day special for their loved ones, so we’ve put together some tips on how to make Christmas in care…

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Mindfulness for Residents in Care Homes

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we believe that mindfulness is incredibly important. Mindfulness has many mental health benefits which go a long way in making the experience far more comfortable and enjoyable for residents in care homes. What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment. It is about focus…

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Spotting Depression Among Residents in a Care Home

Residents in a care home can suffer from depression and it’s our job to prevent that. This blog will detail how and why depression can impact residents in a care home, and how care staff and families can spot indicators of depression and combat it. What Is Depression? Depression is more than just feeling sad…

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Exercises for Elderly People

As we age, it is important to stay active and healthy. We believe that exercises for elderly people can be very beneficial for their mental and physical well-being. To learn more about our services, explore our website or contact us today. How Can Exercises for Elderly Help? Physical Benefits Exercise for elderly people can be…

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Discussing Dementia Care in West Sussex

Dementia is a condition that can affect us as we age. In a care home, some people require care for day-to-day activities, whereas some require extra attention, such as support for dementia. Dementia is very complex, and care homes can tailor care plans to cater for dementia. This blog will discuss dementia, dementia care in…

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Improving Self-Esteem in a Care Home

Our self-esteem is important throughout our lives, even as we age. At The Victoria Grand, we understand this and ensure that our residents’ self-esteem is constantly monitored to ensure their mental health remains strong. This makes life in a care home far more comfortable. Why Can Self-Esteem Be Low in A Care Home? There can…

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Carers in Private Residential Care Homes

In private residential care homes, carers make the world go round. We love carers and value the contribution they make to ensure that every resident’s experience is as comfortable and fulfilling as possible. This blog will discuss how residents make a difference and why they’re so amazing! How Carers Make a Difference Private residential care…

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Discussing Mental Health in Care Homes

Preserving mental health in care homes is incredibly important to ensure the comfort and happiness of our residents and the satisfaction of their families. Mental health is incredibly important, particularly as we age. As life can become more lonely, it is important to preserve our mental well-being. This blog will explain why it’s important and…

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Arranging Respite Care

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we provide long-term residential and respite care. We know that every resident and their family has different requirements and we do our best to provide the perfect care. If you would like to learn more about our fantastic care home, or you are interested in arranging respite care, explore…

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Winter for Care Home Services UK

As we approach winter, it is important to protect ourselves and elderly loved ones protected from the cold weather. Care home services in the UK are dedicated to protecting elderly people during the colder months. In this blog, we will discuss how winter can affect elderly people and how care home services UK can help…

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How Pets Help Elderly People

However, for those not in care homes, life can become lonely. Therefore, many people turn to animals. Pets help eldelry people in a wide variety of ways. It has been proven that pets help elderly people overcome loneliness, this blog is going to take a look into how they do that. Selecting the Right Pet…

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What is Power of Attorney & Why Do You Need It?

As we age, it is important to get important documents in order, including a will and power of attorney. But what is power of attorney? This blog will discuss this topic is and how you can get yours in order before moving to a care home. What is Power of Attorney? While it might seem…

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Discussing End-of-Life Care in Sussex

Whilst it is not a fun topic to think about, end-of-life and palliative care is very important to us. Naturally, as some of our residents spend their final days with us, we also provide end-of-life care in our Sussex care home. End-of-life and palliative care are important topics to consider. We must ensure that our…

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Tips on Staying Active for Elderly People

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we understand that activity and stimulation are important, so we have put together our top tips on staying active for elderly people. Our blog will discuss how exercise helps elderly people and what can be done to keep active. Importance of Staying Active for Elderly People As we age,…

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Music Can Help People with Dementia

Dementia is a tough condition to deal with, both for the person suffering from it and their families. However, music and dementia have an interesting link and it can be very effective in helping people suffering from it. In today’s article, we will discuss how music can help people with dementia. What is Dementia? Before…

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The Importance of Sleep for the Elderly

As we age, sleep becomes increasingly important. In today’s article, we will discuss the importance of sleep as well as a few tips to help elderly people and care home residents maximise their rest. All of this contributes toward making life in a care home a whole lot easier. Why Is Sleep Important? Sleep is…

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Dignity in Residential Care Homes in Worthing

Like many other residential care homes in Worthing, we understand the importance of preserving the dignity of residents. It is our responsibility to ensure that every resident’s stay is as comfortable and dignified as possible. This goes a long way in making sure that our residents and their families enjoy their time with us. As…

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Addressing Anxiety in Elderly People

Anxiety in elderly people is common. As we age, we become less confident in ourselves, causing anxiety to prevent us from doing things we enjoy. This can lead to other issues such as depression or loneliness. In this article, we will discuss what can cause anxiety in elderly people as well as how we can…

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How Getting Respite Care Can Help You

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we provide residential and respite care for our residents. We know that each resident and family is different and getting respite care must tailor for this. So, providing bespoke care plans is important to ensure that each resident and their family get the care they need and deserve. In…

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The Importance of Socialising for Elderly People

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we pride ourselves on creating a warm and welcoming environment. The Victoria Grand becomes our residents’ home from home, so they must be comfortable and enjoy their time with us. There are many ways in which we do this, including activities and excursions to encourage socialising for elderly people.…

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Healthy Eating for Elderly People

Even when we age, eating healthily is important. This article will discuss the importance of healthy eating for elderly and people in care homes. We will cover the benefits of healthy eating for adults, as well as how we can ensure that those we care for receive the nutrition they require. The Importance of Healthy…

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Technology in Private Residential Homes

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we do our utmost to ensure the comfort and satisfaction of our residents and their families. Like many private residential homes, we utilise technology where we can to help us in providing the best possible service. Whilst there are some aspects to a private residential care home that do…

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The Importance of Exercise for Elderly Residents

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, it is our responsibility to make our residents’ lives as exciting and comfortable as possible. It is important to keep everyone’s spirits up by providing activities and exercise for elderly residents, as well as many other practices. It is important to keep energy high among elderly people, so we…

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Importance of Visiting a Care Home where Relatives are Located

Our home becomes our residents’ home. Therefore, we believe that it is incredibly important for families to visit their loved ones as regularly as possible. We all want the best for our loved ones, but at The Victoria Grand, we know just how valuable having a resident’s family visiting a care home really is. There…

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Finding A Care Home That's Perfect

We know that finding a care home that is right for you or your loved one is a hard and emotional task. At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we pride ourselves on offering an attentive and welcoming service to ensure the comfort and well-being of all our residents. Finding a care home that is right…

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Making Life in a Care Home Comfortable

At The Victoria Grand, we know that providing high-quality care is important in making life in a care home as comfortable as possible. All of our residents have different requirements, and whilst we work to get to know our residents, nobody knows them better than their families. Therefore, it is important for families to support…

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Visiting Loved Ones in Our Care Home

It can be a tough decision to send a loved one to a care home, but at The Victoria Grand, we strive to ensure that the experience is as comfortable and positive as possible for all involved. A key part of the experience is visiting loved ones in care homes. This can be a difficult…

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Why Food is Important in Care Homes

A key part of the services a care home provides is food and nutrition. As it is a part of life that residents rely on us for, it is important that care homes provide nutritious and exciting meals. At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we understand the importance of this and have developed this blog…

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Getting Residents in Care Homes Outside

It is important to prevent each day from becoming boring for residents in care homes. Therefore, regularly organising activities, getting outside, and socialising are great ways to avoid this. With Summer just around the corner, there are more opportunities to get outside. So, we have developed a guide on how residents in care homes can…

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Sending a Loved One to a Residential Respite Care Home

Sending a loved one to a care home is a tough decision. It is crucial to know that the care home you choose meets all of your loved one’s requirements. It is also important to know when the best time to send your loved one to a care home is, and what type of care…

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Discussing Residential Respite Care

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we provide residential respite care to our residents in Burgess Hill. We dedicate ourselves to providing the best quality care to our residents, ensuring they lead happy and fulfilled lives whilst with us. Residential respite care can be very beneficial to both a resident and their carers or family.…

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What Makes a Good Care Home Carer?

Care home Carers make the world go round. We pride ourselves on providing attentive and fulfilling care to our residents to ensure they are dignified and comfortable whilst staying with us. This blog will detail what makes a care home carer so amazing and how they make a difference in our lives. When looking for…

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The Importance of CQC Care Home Visits

One way in which the government ensure that care homes are up to standard is through Care Quality Commission (CQC) care home visits. CQC care home visits are conducted to assess several aspects of a care home, from the facilities, to the staff and their actions. CQC care home visits are very important in ensuring…

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The Differences Between Nursing & Care Homes

When searching for care for elderly loved ones, many people find themselves faced with nursing or residential care homes. Many people may not think there is a difference, however there are some key distinctions between nursing and residential care homes Worthing. A ‘care home’ is a general term that is often used interchangeably to describe…

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Keeping Busy at The Victoria Grand private residential care

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we provide private residential care to elderly residents and those unable to care for themselves. We are located in Worthing, located in the beautiful county of West Sussex. Our home is equipped with the latest equipment, which allows us to provide high quality private residential care to our residents.…

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What is A Residential Care Home?

At The Victoria Grand Care Home, we know that finding the right place to send your loved one is a tough decision. It may be hard to decipher exactly what a residential care home provides. So, we have developed a guide to help you with this decision. A residential care home is a facility that…