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14 Park Road, Ipswich, IP1 3ST
Norwood care home offers residential and dementia care. Our 45 en suite rooms are in a quiet suburban area on Park Road in Ipswich, with views of Christchurch Park and the waterfront.
A dedicated and compassionate team ensure everyone receives the person-centred care that they deserve, tailored to their individual needs and preferences. Our 24-hour support ensures you continue to enjoy maximum independence with peace of mind, knowing that help is always at hand.
Norwood was previously a bishop's palace but has been refurbished into a comfortable, calm, home from home. We provide personalised care in a warm, supportive and friendly environment. Residents enjoy a varied schedule of optional events and activities including armchair exercises, gardening, baking, quizzes and arts and crafts.
What makes Norwood special?
Respite care at Norwood
Respite care, also known as short-term or short-stay care, is a temporary living arrangement at a care home. It gives both carers, and those being cared for, a bit of time off and a chance to recharge their batteries.
At Norwood, we offer residential and dementia respite care. Everyone staying with us for a respite break will receive personalised care, tailored to their individual needs. They’ll have their own furnished room and be encouraged to take part in the life of our home and the many activities on offer.
Where are we?
Norwood is located in Ipswich, Suffolk just a 10 minute walk from the town centre with its shops, restaurants and pubs. It backs on to the town's beautiful Christchurch Park and Mansion. A five minute taxi ride or 15 minute walk takes you to the marina which is lined with shops, galleries, the Maritime Museum and cafes which are perfect for afternoon tea.
Award-winning music therapy
Our care home in Ipswich is committed to providing alternative therapies such as music therapy to help alleviate isolation and the symptoms for those living with dementia. Our trained and award-winning therapist is funded by charitable donations. They interact directly with residents through live music therapy sessions. This includes singing, playing simple percussion instruments or responding to musical cues in a one-to-one or group setting. Take a look at our video to find out more about this life-changing therapy.
Chaplaincy and pastoral support
Norwood is proud to be supported by a dedicated Chaplain who offers pastoral support to all, whatever their beliefs. Our chaplain provides a listening presence, companionship and one-to-one pastoral support for all residents, their friends and relatives, and staff members - irrespective of their beliefs - and organise worship for those who wish to participate. Where appropriate, residents are encouraged to maintain links with local faith communities.
Activities, trips and events
We support everybody’s individual choices, interests and hobbies and our passionate Activity Coordinators love keeping residents active and entertained. They provide a fun-packed and stimulating schedule for people to participate in as they choose.
There’s our choir, armchair exercise sessions, baking, flower arranging, arts and crafts, quizzes, bingo, external entertainers and church services, just to mention a few of the things we get up to.
Seize the day - unique and memorable opportunities
Funded through charitable support, every MHA care home also prides itself in offering unique and memorable opportunities and activities for residents to quite literally help them 'seize the day'.
Visit us to experience life at Norwood
Join us for lunch or afternoon tea to experience life at Norwood. Take a tour of the home, meet the home manager and get a feel for our friendly home to decide if we're right for you. Contact us to book a mutually convenient time to visit.
Our experience
MHA is an award-winning charity, helping to improve the lives of over 19,000 older people across Britain every day. As the only national care provider to offer connected care and support through specialist care homes, thriving retirement living and vibrant community groups, our organisation is a leading light in later life care.
Norwood provides care, comfort, compassion, and friendship to ensure that all residents are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. Our highly trained and dedicated staff are available 24/7 to provide assistance whenever needed, ensuring the provided care and support is tailored to each individuals needs.
Privacy and independence, friendship and support - 24 hours a day
Norwood offers care and comfort, compassion and friendship. At the heart of all we offer is our assurance that you will be treated with the respect and dignity that we all deserve, and if you need anything at all, we’re here to help, 24 hours a day.
Whether in the privacy of your own room or relaxing in the company of your friends and neighbours, we will support you to spend your time doing the things you enjoy. Let us know if it’s music, a favourite newspaper, exercise or a spot of pampering at the salon. Landscaped gardens invite you to appreciate the fresh air, or tend the plants, if you wish. There’s a wide range of social events, so you never need to feel bored or lonely.
Meal times are a special part of the day for you to savour tasty food, freshly cooked by our chef to suit you and any dietary needs. And, of course refreshments are available throughout the day for you and your visitors, who are welcome at any time.
Norwood has the latest safety and security design features so you can live life to the full with peace of mind.
Our commitment to your well-being
Our highly-trained, dedicated members of staff will always be on hand to provide your care and support in the way that best suits you, in the comfort of your own room with en suite facilities.
We choose the people who work with us very carefully
They need to share our values and respect people, their life experience and personal choices.
We take pride in the cleanliness and maintenance of your home and provide a thorough and friendly cleaning service. Your personal washing will be carefully laundered and returned to you, clean and fresh.
Our team are happy to help you when you are ready to discuss the care and support that you, or your loved one may need. You can call us directly, arrange a tour of our home or submit an enquiry and we’ll contact you.
Take the time to visit us, look around and get to know us here at MHA Norwood or request a callback.
Indicative fees for self-funding residents at Norwood care home, Ipswich (1st April 2024 - 31st March 2025).
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