Provision of high quality, comfortable, clean, warm and safe surroundings where residents feel happy and relaxed. Our aim is to provide a homely atmosphere and for residents to think of the Old Rectory as their ‘home’ in the truest sense.

Physical, emotional and spiritual support. We strive to promote a feeling of security and well being amongst residents, coupled with professional nursing standards.

Residents are treated with the utmost dignity and respect. The needs and abilities of each individual are constantly monitored.

Personal choice and active participation are promoted. Residents are encouraged to make decisions regarding daily activities in order to maximise their personal choice.

Freedom of expression. Residents and staff are encouraged to express personal feelings, all questions and suggestions will be acknowledged and given the consideration they deserve.

Commitment to improvement. We believe in keeping an open mind and keeping abreast of the latest developments in residential care in the interest of improving and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

Privacy and confidentiality of all records and communications pertaining to residents care is strictly maintained.

Emphasis is placed upon team work. We recognise the value of all staff within our multi-disciplinary team and colleagues work closely to achieve the best possible care for residents.

Codes of Conduct. We are bound by the Code of Conduct for the nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the home also complies with the Code of Practice published the General Social Care Council.


Residents Charter & Code of Practice
Residents can expect staff to behave towards them in a kind, courteous, caring manner, which recognises them as equals and promotes their individuality.

Each Resident has the right:

• To be addressed by their preferred name
• To confidentiality in all aspects of care
• To protection, safety and control of their environment
• To be involved in the planning of their care
• To question, accept or refuse any aspect of their care
• To have access to personal and medical records, and
   information on their medical condition
• To be registered with a general practitioner of their choice
• To voice grievances and complaints without fear of reprisal
• To be free from any illegal restraint, whether medical or physical
• To maintain their independence and mange aspects of daily life
• To manage their own personal financial affairs
• To expect staff to respect their privacy and maintain their dignity in all aspects of personal and nursing care
• To freedom of expression concerning religious, political and cultural practices
• To freedom of choice within the range of facilities available with regard to:

   1. Participation in social and recreational activities of their choice
   2. Staff gender preferences
   3. Seating area and room preferences
   4. Times of retiring, rising, bathing and dining
   5. Food and drink
   6. Personal clothing and personal belongings
   7. To have access to health authority reports regarding the home


Statement and Quality Assurance
The Old Rectory Nursing Home promotes equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices in every respect.

It is our intention to provide residents with the best quality of assessment and care based upon sound professional standards.

We are constantly reviewing the facilities provided to ensure the that needs of the residents are adequately covered.