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Waverley Lodge Residents: A Day of Delights in the New Forest!

New forest nursing home

The residents of Waverley Lodge had an absolutely splendid day filled with delightful treats and captivating adventures. From coffee and cake to the breath-taking views of the New Forest, it was a day that created lasting memories and brought smiles to every face.

 

Weverley resident eating ice cream at new forest

 

Ice creams all around!

The day began with a delightful stop at Carlo’s, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air. Our residents indulged in the rich flavours of their favourite brews, savouring every sip and relishing the warm ambiance of the café. Accompanied by mouth watering cakes, the atmosphere was infused with joy and contentment.

 

Ice cream new forest

 

Breath-taking scenery

But the real highlight of the day awaited as our residents ventured into the captivating landscapes of the New Forest. The idyllic beauty of nature unfolded before their eyes, and the soothing breeze. As the minibus meandered through the winding roads, residents gazed out of the windows, spotting majestic animals that called the forest their home. It was a truly enchanting experience that filled their hearts with wonder and awe.

 

Throughout the day, laughter echoed through the minibus, and conversations flowed freely, forging connections and creating a strong sense of community. The shared experiences and the joy of exploring new surroundings united everyone, fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

 

At Waverley Lodge, we believe in the power of creating meaningful moments for our residents. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure that each outing is filled with wonder, adventure, and joy. We strive to go beyond providing exceptional care and aim to create a vibrant and engaging environment where our residents can thrive and find delight in every day.

 

If you’re intrigued by the incredible experiences we offer at Waverley Lodge, we encourage you to reach out to us. Discover how our compassionate team can provide exceptional care and support to your loved ones, in a warm and welcoming environment that feels like home.

 

Join us at Waverley Lodge, where every day holds the promise of new adventures, heart warming connections, and cherished memories. Contact us today to find out more about the exceptional offerings at our Allegra Cares homes.

 

Don’t miss out on the magic! Contact us now and let us share the remarkable world of Waverley Lodge with you.

Catherine
Sales Manager

Catherine has worked in sales and marketing her whole career, after graduating with a degree in Textile Management she worked in Corporate Workwear for many years. Catherine’s first role in the care sector was working with a disability charity that ran nursing homes and enablement projects for young adults.

Catherine

While her two children were younger, she joined her husband in his estate agency, but was delighted to return to the care sector in 2020 and now cannot imagine doing anything else.

Catherine’s role with Allegra is to support residents and their families as they explore care options. Working with the teams in the individual homes she ensures that during every stage from initial enquiry through to moving in with us every question is answered, and we offer the reassurance needed for the next chapter in our resident’s life. It is important for our residents to remain part of the community in which will have lived for years, often all their lives, so the other part of this role is connecting with local community groups, charities and organisations.

Catherine has said that working for Allegra with their groundbreaking household model means we are offering a home with compassion and care whilst ensuring residents are retaining their independence and quality of life.

Out of work Catherine enjoys baking and gardening The children are older now, but still keep her busy!

Paul Thomas
Regional Manager - Western Region

Paul has joined Allegra Care with 28 years’ experience in the health and social care sector including working in senior leadership roles for the last 18 years; covering operations, business management and quality assurance. Paul has a real passion for person centred care and how that is delivered at the highest level.

Allegra Team Paul Thomas

Paul has worked across a diverse sector over his time in health and social care and brings a wealth of experience to his new role as Regional Manager. Paul believes in integrating real and meaningful values and culture into a service and in doing so, delivering the outcomes for the people we support. Paul goes by the theory of values with no meaning, have no value.

Outside of work, Paul is the father of three boys and a 2nd degree black belt who teaches Judo.