Security
Security is of course a major consideration for the elderly. At Tweed View
House we are able to state that every care is taken to provide the highest
levels of security. Our security facilities are as follows:
- Colour TV camera at the main entrance, linked to two monitors
- All entrance doors linked to an alarm system
- Watchful staff members
- Each resident's room has it's own personal key
- A comprehensive nurse call system throughout the home
- Three 'waking' staff members on duty during each night
- Each resident's room has a lockable cupboard
- Windows are 'calibrated' to enable them to be only partially opened
Other facilities we offer in addition to the above are:
- Specialist baths and hoists and assisted bathing
- Large passenger lift
- Keyworker system in operation
- Special diets catered for
- Full in-house laundry service
- Emergency call bell system
- Hairdressing service
- Local clergy visit
- GPs, optician, dentists, chiropidists visit regularly
- Ample parking space
- Smoking lounge
- Assistance with shopping trips
- A secure 'river view' unit for residents with an
organic mental illness or incapacity
- Birthday parties organised according to the wishes of
the resident
- Garden with superb views