Pancake Day races, painting in the art studio, planting spring bulbs, making Easter decorations, weekly film screenings and talks by visiting speakers are just some of the activities enjoyed in recent weeks by residents in the care services at Middleton Hall Retirement Village.

The highly regarded care services on the outskirts of Middleton St George near Darlington are situated right at the heart of a beautiful 45-acre estate and offer care by highly professional, friendly teams that is tailored to residents’ individual needs.

Residents are encouraged to stay active and independent and are supported to live life on their own terms in the friendly community.

A choice of residential care services is offered at Middleton Hall, which is rated as Good by independent regulator the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

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The attractive supported retirement apartments in Middleton Grove are located in the historic heart of Middleton Hall and provide spacious, comfortable rental accommodation with housekeeping and dining services included to support an independent lifestyle similar to living in a country house hotel.

Person-centred residential care is offered in Middleton Gardens where residents’ rooms include a full ensuite shower room and the central spacious lounge and dining area look out over the award-winning grounds with a reading room for residents located on the first floor.

Higher dependency residential care is provided in Middleton Court for those who benefit from a higher ratio of carers to residents to support their individual needs.

The innovative small group living service in Middleton Oaks has been developed for people who wish to lead as independent a life as possible but who need a high level of practical, nurturing support. Often those who enjoy this kind of lifestyle live with the onset of dementia.

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Trained, dedicated and compassionate teams work closely with residents and their families to ensure the correct level of care for the resident’s individual needs with the aim of enabling them to live their lives to the full as valued and respected members of Middleton Hall's community.

In a recent survey residents and families were asked what the single best thing about Middleton Hall was alongside the factors that had the most impact on their experience. “Friendliness and general atmosphere”, “the quality of carers”, “companionship of other residents” and that “staff want to do their best for residents” were amongst the comments received.

“The well-kept gardens, tranquil environment and countryside views,” added one family member and another noted that “Mum is happy, cared for and improving,” whilst the “caring and empathetic staff” and “long-serving staff being friendly, helpful and supportive” were also praised.

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If you would like to find out more about Middleton Hall Retirement Village’s care services visit www.middletonhallretirementvillage.co.uk/careservices/ or call 01325 332207 to speak to one of our friendly team.

Middleton Hall Retirement Village,

Middleton St. George,

Darlington,

County Durham,

DL2 1HA

Website: www.middletonhallretirementvillage.co.uk