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Sandpiper Care Home

Our care home in Alford

Sandpiper care home offers Residential, Dementia, Palliative, Respite and Day Care

Sandpiper is located on South Street in the idyllic market town of Alford. Alford is regionally known for its crafts markets held at the historic Alford Corn Exchange that features the works of local artists and crafts people.

Sandpiper is a 30-bed care home boasting a hair salon, bar, and comfortable lounge areas. Sandpiper offers their residents an independent lifestyle whilst also providing 24/7-person centred care. Sandpiper offers something for everybody, the day to day needs of our residents are taken care of, whilst independence is maintained.

Why choose us?

At Sandpiper care home we provide a range of facilities, dedicated team members, engaging activities and personalised care plans, tailored to our residents’ preferences, you can be sure your loved one is in safe hands.

Our team at Sandpiper understand that the happiness, safety, wellbeing, and comfort are at the heart of all we do. Tailored care plans will cover everything from medications to likes and dislikes. We appreciate how difficult the decision to move into a care home can sometimes be. A member of our friendly team is on hand every step of the way to support you.

Facilities

This purpose-built home has been beautifully maintained since it opened in 1991, and subsequently has undergone extensive refurbishment. Spacious and bright bedrooms offer the comforts of a true home away from home. Residents are encouraged to personalise their own space, and maintenance teams are always on hand to hang that cherished family photo.

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Amenities at a glance:

Bar
Comfortable lounge areas
Hair salon
Landscaped gardens
Restaurant-style dining room

Life at Sandpiper

We fundamentally believe that life doesn’t stop when you enter a Tanglewood Care Home – our caring community offers the start of a new chapter and new beginnings for our residents, and the peace of mind for their loved ones. Residents can decide the pace of life that suits them best. In the summer Sandpipers gardens provide an ideal setting for visiting, guests are welcome at any time, there are no set visiting hours.

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Home Manager

Steven Clements

Steven’s journey in care began in 2017, where he started as a Care Assistant, gradually advancing to Home Manager. His extensive experience and dedication make him the perfect fit for our community.

Outside of work, Steven is an animal lover with two dogs, Gizzy and Bella. He also has a bearded dragon named Godzilla. In his free time, Steven enjoys listening to music, watching Netflix, and spending time with family and friends on various outings.

Steven is highly qualified, holding NVQ levels 2, 3, and 4, and is currently pursuing his NVQ level 5 in Leadership and Management. His goal for Sandpiper is to make it the home of choice in the community, the top choice for employment, and a place where relatives feel peace of mind and comfort.

We are excited for the future under Steven’s leadership at Sandpiper!

Location

16 South Street,
Alford,
Lincolnshire,
LN13 9AQ.

01507 462112
info@twhealthcare.co.uk

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