Our household model of care puts our residents at the heart of everything we do. This is one of the changes our new Director of Nursing Joan has brought to the home. This innovative and award wining approach breaks down the traditional nursing home into households.
There are 6 households within Bridhaven including our newly opened Lavender cottage. Our households range in size from 13-23 people. Each household is separate from the others and has it’s own personal and shared spaces. The households are full of home comforts and each has their own specialist care team who provide continuity of care for our residents so we can get to know exactly how they like things to be. We know that it’s the little things that matter most.
Brídhaven opened in 1989 with 24 beds, the site having been acquired by the Mills’ Family from the Sisters of Mercy. It is named after Saint Brigid (Irish: Naomh Bríd), one of Ireland’s patron saints. The nursing home offers residential care services to people from Mallow, North Cork, Cork City, and surrounding areas.
All rooms come with a range of furniture and facilities to ensure your comfort. This includes a height adjustable single bed, built-in wardrobe, bedside table, lounge chair, plus a wall-mounted TV as standard. We encourage all residents to bring special items from home to personalise their environment.
Lavender Cottage
Lavender Cottage, our new dedicated home for specialist Dementia care, was created to enhance the lives of people living with dementia.
Our dementia-friendly home will enable our vulnerable residents to move around as they wish, in a meaningful and engaging environment, without the risk of getting lost. It provides a safe, supportive space, designed with visual prompts in mind.
Our specialist trained care workers provide encouragement and assistance to restore the simple pleasures in life. The homelike kitchen will prompt residents to eat when they feel hungry, the bright and airy sitting room is a place to relax and enjoy the stunning garden views. Our Social Care Model focuses on specialist care to include activities for residents with dementia.
These activities include:
- the stimulation of memory
- communication through reminiscence experiences
- communication through sensory experiences
- talking and playing games
Feedback shows that Lavender Cottage is working very well for our residents.
Awbeg Household
The Awbeg Household is accessed by a lift and is located on the first floor at the front of the home and comprises 36 beds. There is also a dining room, comfortable mezzanine area and a bright & airy sitting/lounge room. There are also Assisted Bathrooms and toilet facilities provided for residents, relatives and visitor use.
Our residents become like family and our team quickly learn how to comfort them when they need it and the things that make them happy.
Bandon Household
The Bandon Household is located on the first floor and is accessed by stairs and two lifts. This floor can accommodate 45 residents in single and twin rooms. The Bandon Suite enjoys the use of a dining room and a large lounge. Assisted bathrooms and toilet facilities are also provided for residents, relatives and visitor use.
Residents are encouraged to make their own decisions about their schedules, activities, healthcare and more. Breakfast in bed or dining room choices as in most of our households.
Blackwater Household
The Blackwater Household is located on the ground floor and is accessed via the main entrance. It provides accommodation for 44 residents in single and twin rooms which are all en-suite.
Each household is a community within a community.
Lee Household
The Lee Household is located on the ground floor and is accessed via the main entrance. It provides accommodation for 41 residents in single and twin rooms which are all en-suite.
Clyda Household
The Clyda Household was significantly refurbished in 2020 in line with best international dementia practice by renowned UK based Dementia Design Specialist Architects.
It is a dedicated dementia facility with 18 single en-suite bedrooms located on the ground floor of the building. The Clyda Suite also has its own dining room, and a large bright lounge with doors opening out to secure gardens. Access to The Clyda Household is via its own separate entrance. It provides a safe and secure environment for residents and has access to its own large private garden area.