Priory Homeleigh Farm

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About this location

Homeleigh Farm is located in Romney Marsh, in Kent. The service provides residential support to six males with a learning disability. We are in a semi-rural location, off a main road, surrounded by four acres of beautiful countryside, which is perfect for fishing, swimming and walking.

Our team are dedicated to encouraging the people we care for to take control and have belief in their own potential. We believe by providing the right support, we can empower individuals to develop the skills they need to live as independently as possible, creating positive outcomes for all.

We can also support those who have:

  • Mild to moderate behaviours that challenge
  • A forensic background
  • Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS)

Services at a glance

There are a total of six bedrooms at the site. Of these:
6 are on the ground floor
Male only accommodation

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Homeleigh Farm Dungeness Road Lydd on Sea Romney Marsh Kent TN29 9PS
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About our service

Our facilities and environment

Homeleigh Farm is a bungalow, which is detached. There are six bedrooms, all of which are on the ground floor, and residents share a communal bathroom.

In summary, we offer:

  • A large lounge with plenty of seating
  • Kitchen and dining room
  • Quiet room
  • Communal bathroom
  • Games room with a pool table
  • Conservatory with a treadmill and exercise bike

We also have a very large garden, complete with:

  • Lawn
  • Patio
  • Communal seating
  • Shelter
  • Vegetable patch
  • Greenhouse
  • Bike shed

Our bedrooms

All of our bedrooms are comfortable, welcoming and can be personalised to individual tastes, and will come furnished. Our bedrooms offer wheelchair access.

Our approach to support

Everybody who lives at Homeleigh Farm has their own person-centred care plan, which is co-produced with input from the individual, their family members and professionals involved in their care. We aim to help everyone in our care to make their own choices about the support they receive. This may include support in a number of areas, such as going out in the community, personal care, cooking and cleaning, and maintaining family relationships.

We also have support from a local multidisciplinary team. In addition, we use tools such as the Outcomes Star™ and Life Star to support our residents to achieve their goals.

The lengths of the placements that we offer at Homeleigh Farm can be medium or long-term residential, depending on the needs of each person.

Activities

Everyone who lives at Homeleigh Farm has their own personalised activities planner and are encouraged to take part in activities which are meaningful and fulfilling to them. Our dedicated team organise a variety of activities at the home, as well as out in the community.

We focus on supporting our residents to grow their independence. For some people, this may mean developing their daily living skills within the home. For others, this could be accessing work or educational opportunities in the local community.

Exclusion profile

  • Females, as we are a male only home

Pathways

Through our network of healthcare, residential and supported living facilities, we provide unique care pathways which help the people we support to progress towards greater independence. Every individual we support is provided with a bespoke pathway plan, tailored according to their individual needs. We aim to ensure that each person is supported to live a fulfilling and active life in the community.

Our team

Our highly experienced team consists of:

  • Service manager
  • Deputy manager
  • Support workers
  • Senior support workers

Our team receive specialist staff training, designed to meet the needs of each individual we support. This includes:

  • PWS training
  • Diabetes management training
  • Mental health training

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At Priory, we want to ensure we provide the very best service to each individual we support. Contact us for more information, or to make a referral.

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About the local area

Amenities

Homeleigh Farm is in walking distance of the town of Lydd. Nearby amenities include:

  • Supermarket
  • Shops
  • Café
  • Restaurant
  • Pub
  • GP surgery
  • Library
  • Nature reserve/national park

Transport links

Homeleigh Farm also has nearby transport links, including:

  • A bus stop outside the home with access to Lydd, New Romney and Ashford
  • The M20 which is a 25 minutes’ drive away.

A message from our site leader

We encourage people to take control and have belief in their own potential. We do this by providing the right support so we empower individuals to develop the skills they need to live as independently as possible, which in turn achieves positive outcomes for all.

Homeleigh Farm’s site leader

Comments from our residents and their family and friends

With the help and support of Homeleigh, he is more like his old self now, just like he used to be years ago, positive and happy. They have given us our son back
Parents of a person supported by Homeleigh Farm Homeleigh Farm

Case studies

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Family and friends FAQs

How does home leave work?

We support our residents to attend family events and visit their family homes. We will work with the resident and their relatives to ensure possible risks are managed. Sometimes, so that everyone is supported, the individual’s key worker will come along on the visit.

Can friends and families visit?

Family and friends are welcome to visit the service. We do ask that we are informed in advance of all visits to ensure that the resident is home. Unfortunately, we cannot cater for visitors to stay overnight.

Will I be involved and kept up to date with the progress of my loved one’s care and support?

To ensure that the loved ones of our residents are kept fully involved in their care, we can arrange regular catch-ups either in person or via telephone.

Will my loved one be able to have a phone or call me?

Our home phone line is available for residents to use and there are cordless within the house too. Where appropriate, we can support our residents to get their own mobile phone.

What are the bedrooms like?

Fully furnished, our bedrooms have everything that residents need. We know they will want it to feel like home so we encourage them to decorate it to their tastes. Some of the furniture is fitted, and cannot be removed.

Are external doors kept locked?

No our doors are not locked.

What do residents eat and how do meal times work?

Residents are supported to choose and prepare what they want to eat. Sometimes there can be concerns about food preparation so our staff are available to help. Our nutritionists are available to give advice on any special dietary requirements.

How does laundry work?

Residents are given help to do their own laundry.

Who does the housekeeping and domiciliary tasks?

Most of our residents undertake domiciliary tasks such as cleaning.

Is there anything they can’t bring or have?

We would ask that residents do not bring valuables such as family heirlooms to our home, as we cannot guarantee their safety. Items where the risks cannot be appropriately managed, such as non-approved drugs and medications, solvent-based products and lighters are also subject to restrictions.

How do activities work?

Every resident has a tailored activities planner. This will include both in-house activities as well as visits into the community. Our staff team work with people on an individual basis to understand what they like to do, and what their aspirations are, so together we can plan activities which incorporate their preferences and hobbies.

How will residents be supported with their behavioural needs?

We follow a positive behaviour support (PBS) approach, which means everyone’s needs will be carefully considered within their support plan. We assign a core staff team to each resident, who will work with them to deal with any challenges they face.

Do residents and families have an input into the care plans?

We work with social workers and residents to develop care plans which are in the best interests of our residents. Care plans are regularly reviewed, and loved ones may be asked for their input, where appropriate.

What are the car parking facilities?

There is a large driveway for five cars.

What is the smoking policy?

Residents can smoke by the designated smoking area in the back garden, which has a shelter. We don’t permit smoking inside the building, and this includes vapes. Residents are able to buy cigarettes and vapes at the shops, if this is what they choose.

What are your fees and how are they funded?

Our fees can vary and are based on an assessment of each individual's needs. Many people are eligible for financial help towards the cost of support, and this funding can be accessed by contacting your local authority. Once funding has been agreed, we will work with your local care team to put together a bespoke package of care. Please note, referrals for NHS or Local Authority funded services must come from a referring organisation.

How to make a referral

Our service provides high quality support to people with varying levels of need. Referrals can be made through the individual’s social care team or, if relevant, their local health authority. If you are a professional looking to make a referral, please call us or fill in our enquiry form.

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