< Previous50 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYFOOD & DININGIndeed The Lincoln Hotel iscelebrating its fiftieth anniversarythis year – and doing so in somestyle. A programme ofrefurbishment is taking place whichoffers plenty of contemporary style,but with a nod to its earliest days.You can spot that immediately asyou enter and visit the newreception and bar area. It exudesthe elegance and quirky style of thesixties with its striking decor, and isa great place to enjoy an informaldrink or a bite with friends. Wewere fortunate enough to visit on asunny day and the floor to ceilingwindows and bright new design make fora fabulous setting – but it’s fantasticwhatever the weather.The next change for The Lincoln Hotelis the revamped Long Room banquetingsuite, which will offer much moreflexibility and give the team even moreopportunities to host special events ofevery size and shape. Watch out over thenext few months for the changes, and inthe meantime enjoy the relaxedatmosphere and the fabulous views overthe Cathedral.One great thing that has ensured TheLincoln Hotel’s continued popularity is itshuge range of options for dining andentertaining. The classic andsophisticated surroundings of The GreenRoom make it a wonderful location forfine dining. Last year the restaurant’s useof exceptional locally sourced producesaw it named Select Lincolnshire’sRestaurant of the Year – testament to itsremarkably high standards. Alongside theHotel’s refreshed look, May will seethe introduction of a new menuthat ensures it continues to offersomething to suit every taste.Then there’s Bar 67 on the lowerground floor – which as the namesuggests harks back to the kind ofatmospheric bar you’d have visitedback in the sixties. It’s a greatsetting and regularly hosts livemusic, showcasing some of thecounty’s talented new musicians.However you choose to unwindafter a busy day, The Lincoln Hotelcan provide the perfect setting.Lincoln is definitely the place to bethroughout 2015 and if you’re planninga visit, or welcoming friends from outsidethe city, The Lincoln Hotel is the bestplace to relax and meet up. The new lookemphasises all the charm and quality thathas made it such a popular location forfifty years.For more information on The Lincoln Hotel, on Eastgate inLincoln, call 01522 520348 or visit www.thelincolnhotel.com.The Lincoln HotelIt’s a huge summer of events in Lincoln – and The Lincoln Hotel is the best place to either base yourself ifyou’re visiting the city, or to wind down and meet up with friends after a day of excitement. In the heart ofuphill Lincoln, with fabulous views of the Cathedral, it’s been a part of the city’s history for five decades.50_Layout 1 17/04/2015 10:08 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY51CARE FOR THE ELDERLYThe last few weeks have seen majorchanges in the way older people canpay for and receive their care in later life– indeed, it’s been said that it’s the biggestchange to the care system for some sixtyyears. Alongside the high profile changes inhow people can access their pensions, the aimis to provide more flexibility and opportunityfor people to get the kind of care they desire.The changes in the Care Act should providemore opportunity and Lincolnshire’s carespecialists are well-placed to meet the need.One of the major changes is the creation ofnational eligibility criteria which means therewill now be a uniform, nationwide standard todecide when someone is entitled to help withtheir care. Previously the individual councilshave decided upon what’s appropriate which52 ÁPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/OCSKAY BENCEFOCUSON THEFUTUREChanges to the way people receive care should provide moreflexibility to make use of the opportunities from Lincolnshire’sexceptional providers51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:29 Page 152 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYCARE FOR THE ELDERLYhave sometimes meant those onlya few streets apart could findthemselves in very differentsituations.Other changes introduced fromApril have included therequirement for councils to offerschemes where those who need topay for residential care can get aloan to do so, which is then paidback from their estate after death.Those who pay for care themselveswill also be able to request adviceand information about the care systemfrom their council, hopefully ensuringmore people will be aware of the widerange of options available. In addition tothese changes, from next April there’llalso be a cap on care costs which will beset at £72,000 for the over-65s.The care changes go hand in handwith the pension changes that from thebeginning of April meant that peopleages over 55 will be able to access theirpension pot and withdraw as much asthey like. This could also provide the cashto help you consider your options as youlook towards what’s on offer in later life.This emphasis on flexibility andopportunity illustrates the currentthinking when it comes to caring – theneed to provide a programme of supportthat’s exactly right for each individualperson. Often older people areconsidered one single group but that’s acatch-all description that covers everyonefrom 65 to 105, and older – a massivenumber of people, all of whom havedifferent tastes and opinions.There’s certainly no one-size-fits-allapproach that works for everyone and it’sa programme of consultation with theperson involved, if they’re able to makethe decisions for themselves, and theirloved ones that will ensure they’re caredfor in the most appropriate way.Everyone has their own desires and whilesome may find the idea of moving into acare home particularly appealing, othersmay dread the thought of leaving theirown home.Across Lincolnshire there are plenty ofoptions to get exactly the care that’sright for each person. Many old peopleare fiercely independent and wish toenjoy privacy, but recognise that theyaren’t as active as they used to be. Avaluable option in this regard is shelteredaccommodation. Residents here treattheir rooms as their own homes,coming and going as they please,inviting guests when they want andengaging any carers and otherservices at their own request – butcommunal areas mean they canenjoy each other’s company andhave someone to turn to when theyrequire companionship and security.This kind of accommodation isoften used by those who may havejust left hospital or are recoveringfrom a serious illness and aiming to getback on their feet, as a form of respitecare. The safety net of shelteredaccommodation can help ease thetransition back to total independence, orprovide a moment to consider the nextmove which could mean staying in asimilar set-up for the foreseeable future.Alternatively there’s the option tocontinue living at home but arrange forregular visits from carers and possiblyarrange to visit a club or daycare centre acouple of times a week. Many careproviders do often invite in non-residentsto partake in luncheon clubs or otherspecial events they host, and theopportunity to do this once or twice aweek is often enough to allow a suitablebreak for both those after care, andindeed those who care for them at home,giving them a chance to relax.There are a number of ideas around55 ÁBarchester Healthcare offer exceptionalassistance and one of their latest homesis Braeburn Lodge at Market Deepingwhich provides high quality residentialand nursing careNAViGO’s Older People’s Mental Health Service Teamin Grimsby have unveiled The Grove, allowing it tobring more opportunities for older people51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:29 Page 251-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:29 Page 3Specialists in bathroom adaptionsSpecialists in bathroom adaptionsWhen bathing becomes difficult let us re-design your bathroom with a stylish, practical bathing solutionz Wet floors z Walk in showers and bathsz Slip resistant flooring z Grabrails, Shower seatsz Raised height toilets z Tiling or tile panelsGrants & Council workDiscounts for SSFA, British Legion Ex- services & OAPsTel: 0800 7316495CALL YOUR LOCAL OFFICE TODAY NEWARK01636 821443LOUTH01507 389222SKEGNESS01754 629189BOSTON01205 449326www.ahminstallations.co.ukFamily run businessFree No Obligation Survey & Quote FREEMira Shower with every walk-in shower orderFlowers for every occasionLincolnshire Co-op FloristBirchwood Centre, Birchwood Avenue, Lincoln, LN6 0PY T: 01522 686 500www.lincolnshire.coop/floristsIndividually designed to suit your needs!=:HGBirths =FH<85MG1988=B;G BB=J9FG5F=9G-D97=5@9J9BHG IB9F5@HF=6IH9GCliff Bradley & SonsFuneral Directors LtdFor a prompt, sympatheticservice from a recognisedfamily businessPrivate Chapel of RestDay and Night ServicePre-paid funeral plans41 Heaton Street,Gainsborough, DN21 2EA(01427) 810619Looking for agreat gift idea?Lincolnshire Today’s giftsubscription for only £27.55 with free deliveryCall 01472 310301or visit www.lincolnshiretoday.net/3411st 3issues only£151-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:29 Page 4LINCOLNSHIRETODAY55CARE FOR THE ELDERLYthe county that make a small butsignificant difference to older people. Forexample, NAViGO’s Older People’sMental Health Service Team in Grimsbyhave recently unveiled The Grove. TheGrove stands for Group Room OutreachVehicle and works as a mobile therapyroom that provides a space for the teamto hold groups and activities for serviceusers in the local community. The ideawas a solution to the problem that theteam’s popular groups didn’t have adedicated space to run. The Grove cannow offer a comfortable, reliableenvironment that enables the serviceusers to fully engage with the group andenjoy social activity in a space designedjust for them.The Grove was recently in action whenGrimsby College teamed up with theMental Health Team to offer beautysessions to the inpatients. Other groupscurrently include a Reminiscence Group,Cognitive Stimulating Therapy Group anda Point and Press Group which givespeople the opportunity to learnphotography – the results of which canbe seen on these pages. These activitiescan offer stimulation and entertainmentthat breaks up the week and can make allthe difference to people’s quality of life.Other operators such as BarchesterHealthcare also offer exceptionalassistance for those suffering fromdementia. One of their latest homes isBraeburn Lodge at Market Deepingwhich provides high quality residentialand nursing care, including support forthose with dementia in its Memory LaneCommunity area.The home was developed byCharterpoint, which specialises indeveloping care homes, extra care andretirement communities, and alsofeatures a cinema and hairdressing salon,sensory room and extensive gardens.Charterpoint works collaboratively withprivate sector operators and not-for-profitproviders to identify and acquire suitabledevelopment sites, and as the UK’sageing population grows, so too does theneed for first class care homes.A further example of the Memory LaneCommunity area in action comes in oneof Barchester’s other new homes inLincolnshire at Tennyson Wharf. Designedto enable individuals living with dementiato continue to live a full and active life,57 ÁPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/LISA F. YOUNG51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:30 Page 5Grimsby Grange & Manor Residentialand Dementia Care HomeSecond Avenue, Grimsby, LincolnshireDN33 1NUTelephone: 01472 752 110St Mary’s Residential & Dementia Care HomeSt Mary’s Court, Speedwell Crescent, Scunthorpe DN15 8UPTelephone: 01724 865 461£100offrespite and permanentstays with this leafletTerms and conditions apply Orchard Care Homes in the Humberside areaFor more information call 0845 602 7469or visitwww.orchardcarehomes.comAward winning care homesLarchwoodcareQuality care homesforthe elderlyWorking in partnership with Orchard Care HomesWe lookforward towelcomingyou to ourhomes!St Mary’s offer• Beautifully decorated bedrooms,some with en-suite facilities• Quiet lounges for residents andvisitors to enjoy• TV lounge• Regular activities• Hairdressing and beauty salon • Freshly cooked nutritious mealsand 24-hour snacks• St Mary’s offers a safe andsupportive residential & dementiacare environmentGrimsby offer• All bedroomsare single en-suite• Reminiscence rooms- toprompt social interaction andhappy memories• Signage- bold and brightthroughout the home, in easy toread typeface• Bedroom doors- brightlycoloured with pictures which areunique to each resident for easyrecognition and helps residentslocate their personal space• Themed areas- such as busstops, post box and telephones• Sensory gardens- a safe andsecure environment to enjoy theoutdoorsCare Homeswww.orchardcarehomes.comSpecialist dementia care from a dedicated team of expertsOur dementia care is tailored to the individual anddeveloped with guidance from the Alzheimer’s Society.Our team are experts in dementia care, with many havingattended an extensive Alzheimer’s Society programmeand received training at the University of Bradford.51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:30 Page 6features include a sensory garden,adapted crockery and tableware andmemory boxes with small reminders suchas photographs to help each personreminisce. Here, the home’s life-skills kitchenenables residents to get involved withbaking and experience the familiarity ofeveryday household tasks like setting thetable for dinner. By participating inmeaningful activities, such as gardeningand painting, individuals feel engagedand stimulated throughout the day. Livelyand involving activities programmes aredesigned for everyone’s enjoyment,whether it’s an arts and craft afternoon, afitness morning or a film evening. Thehome also has a minibus to take peopleout for trips, such as to the shops ortheatre – while the surroundings,overlooking Burton Waters, arehugely appealing.Homes such as these are especiallypopular and if that’s the directionyou wish to go in then you can besure of the highest standards. Yetthere are other options as well and ifyou want to continue living in yourown home on a regular basis, orlook towards something that offersflexibility and independence with asafety net of support, you can do thatinstead.The changes that have beenintroduced regarding caring in the lastfew weeks should provide even moreopportunities for people to find outwhat’s on offer and choose the solutionthat’s right for themselves and theirfamily. Across Lincolnshire there’ssomething to suit all tastes and desires.Funeral Home Coffee MorningsTalk, Plan and LiveTalking about dying may not always be easy, but it can help you to make the most of life and to support those you care about.*Terms and conditions apply. Contact your local Lincolnshire Co-op Funeral Home for full details.Plus we’re offering visitors10x dividend on funeral bonds*We’ll be holding coffee mornings at our funeral homes during dying matters awareness week. To find details of your nearest coffee morning please visit: www.lincolnshire.coop/dyingmattersCome along and take a look around, enjoy a cuppa and ask any questions you may have.Awareness week 18th - 24th MayLINCOLNSHIRETODAY57CARE FOR THE ELDERLYOne of the majoraspects ofTennyson Wharf inLincoln is that it’sdesigned to enableindividuals livingwith dementia tocontinue to live afull and active life51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:30 Page 7www.barchester.comBraeburn LodgeBraeburn Road, Deeping St James, PE6 8GLTel: 01778 752 518Tennyson WharfPark Lane, Burton Waters, Lincoln, LN1 2ZDTel: 01522 849 215If you would like a tour of one of our brand new care homes or need some friendly advice, please give us a call, we’ll be happy to help.Braeburn Lodge, in Deeping St James, and Tennyson Wharf, overlooking the prestigious marina in Burton Waters, are purpose-built care homes, offering high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care.Our carefully selected and well-trained staff take time to get to know the people wecare for. We help them to feel at home, by providing nutritionally balanced mealsthat contribute to each individual’s general well-being, and by helping maintain their interests, through our lively and involving activities programme.In response to growing demand for our bespoke care services we are proud to introduce two new, luxurious Barchester care homes, now open in Lincolnshire.Nursing • Residential • Dementia • RespiteEnsuite bedrooms • Premier suites • Choice of menuBraeburn Lodge and Tennyson WharfIntroducing two brand newcare homes to Lincolnshire51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:30 Page 8LINCOLNSHIRETODAY59CARE FOR THE ELDERLYLocated opposite the beautifulBurton Waters marina, staff andresidents enjoy stunning views ofthe boats and yachts on the waterside aswell as the beautiful Lincolnshirecountryside.The home delivers high-qualitynursing, residential and respite care, aswell as dedicated dementia care in aMemory Lane Community, a supportivesetting which encourages people livingwith dementia to lead a full and activelife, staying as independent as possible.86 year old Ron Mangnall and 91 yearold Joseph Jew were the first people tomove into the sixty bed care home inFebruary, coming to the home for respitecare. Following his stay, Mr Jew said, “It’s afabulous place to be and the attitude ofstaff has been incredible. I have loved theeasy-going, homely atmosphere and thefood has been wonderful. I am lookingforward to coming back.” Mr Mangnallsays, “I have thoroughly enjoyed myself.”Debra Owen, General Manager atTennyson Wharf, says, “It has beenfantastic getting to know everyone whohas come to live at Tennyson Wharf sofar. I have particular enjoyed hearingthem share stories about their fascinatinglives. “My door is always open for thoseliving at Tennyson Wharf and theirfamilies, as well as anyone else who isinterested in visiting the home and wantsto hear more about the services weoffer.”For further information or toarrange a viewing at a timeconvenient for you, contact amember of the Tennyson Wharfcare team on 01522 849215 orvisit www.barchester.com.Fabulous new care homewelcomes first residentsTennyson Wharf inBurton Waters haswelcomed tenindividuals to move insince the building wascompleted in Februaryand is already receivingpraise for the quality ofstaff, the food on offerand the atmosphere atthe home. 51-59_Layout 1 17/04/2015 12:30 Page 9Next >