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Your Trusted Senior Living Community in Andover
At Andover Nursing Home, we are committed to delivering the highest quality of care through a truly personalised service. Our purpose-built facility in Andover, Hampshire, provides a homely environment where residents can live fulfilled and happy lives. As a family-run business, we prioritise building meaningful relationships with residents and their families, ensuring a 'Home from Home' experience. Our dedicated team of professionals offers 24-hour care tailored to individual needs, supported by modern facilities and wheelchair-accessible landscaped grounds. We foster an holistic approach to care, combining clinical excellence with emotional well-being, and our activities programme enriches residents' lives through regular entertainment and social events.Over 50% of our care staff hold advanced QCF qualifications, and we retain a physiotherapist to support independence. The Friends of Andover Nursing Home further enhance residents' experiences through fundraising initiatives that fund transport, entertainment, and special events. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised through positive testimonials from families who praise our staff's compassion, the cleanliness of our environment, and the exceptional care provided. We welcome visitors at any time and encourage prospective families to contact us for a personal tour of our facility.
Services
Nursing Care
Dementia Support
Respite Care
End-of-Life Care
Social Activities
Highlights and features
- We provide 24-hour personalised nursing care tailored to individual needs
- Our purpose-built facility includes modern amenities and wheelchair-accessible grounds
- Over 50% of care staff hold advanced QCF qualifications
- We maintain a holistic approach combining clinical care with emotional well-being
- Regular social activities and events enrich residents' daily lives
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
What people say
Amazing establishment
Sensational care
Fantastic carers
Spotless home
Great effort activities
Services
Nursing Care
Our dedicated nursing team provides round-the-clock clinical support tailored to individual needs. Residents receive personalised care plans developed in consultation with healthcare professionals, family members, and the residents themselves. The service includes medication management, wound care, and chronic condition monitoring, delivered by qualified nurses and care assistants with regular training updates.
Dementia Support
Specialised dementia care combines clinical expertise with compassionate support in a secure environment. Our trained staff implement person-centred approaches to manage cognitive decline, offering structured routines and sensory activities. The service includes tailored communication strategies, fall prevention programmes, and family support sessions to maintain residents' dignity and quality of life.
Respite Care
Flexible temporary care solutions provide relief for primary caregivers while maintaining residents' care continuity. The service includes full nursing support, recreational activities, and dietary management in private en-suite rooms. Families benefit from tailored transition plans ensuring seamless reintegration after respite stays, with care durations adaptable to individual requirements.
End-of-Life Care
Compassionate end-of-life care focuses on comfort, dignity, and emotional support for residents and families. Our multidisciplinary team manages pain and symptoms while respecting personal wishes. The service includes spiritual care, bereavement support for families, and coordination with external healthcare providers to ensure holistic comfort-focused treatment.
Social Activities
Daily activity programmes enhance residents' well-being through social engagement and creative stimulation. Activities include live music performances, arts and crafts sessions, exercise classes, and themed events. The schedule incorporates intergenerational activities and community outings, with input from residents and families to ensure relevance to personal interests and abilities.
People
Louise Makepeace
Matron / Registered Manager
Louise Makepeace has served as Matron at Andover Nursing Home since 2012, bringing extensive nursing experience from general practice and pharmaceutical sectors. She leads our holistic care approach, ensuring high clinical standards while maintaining the home's welcoming atmosphere. Louise oversees staff training and quality assurance, personally mentoring care assistants through their QCF qualifications.
Questions
What types of care does Andover Nursing Home provide?
We specialise in nursing care, dementia support, respite care, and end-of-life care, all delivered through personalised care plans tailored to individual needs.
Are visitors allowed at any time?
Yes, visitors are welcome 24/7. We recommend contacting reception to arrange appointments for formal viewings, but spontaneous visits are always encouraged.
How does the home support residents' social engagement?
Our dedicated activities team organises daily events including live music, exercise classes, and themed celebrations, with regular community outings and intergenerational activities.
What qualifications do care staff hold?
All care assistants undergo continuous appraisal, with over 50% holding advanced QCF qualifications. Staff receive regular training updates to maintain high care standards.
How is the home rated by regulatory bodies?
We are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and maintain compliance with all regulatory standards, with inspection reports available on our website.
Reviews (1)
Banner Hampton
Jul 12, 2018
Report
The Care Quality Commission found The Andover Nursing Home to be exceptionally effective, caring and well led when they made an announced inspection in January 2017. Their report highlighted how people who live here feel that they are treated with kindness and how their needs are consistently met by staff who have the right competencies, knowledge, attitudes and behaviour. The feedback inspectors received from residents, staff and relatives was positive throughout.
