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We have a vast array of disability equipment to make your stay as comfortable as possible, including: Arjo Minstrel, Maxi Move hoists, Seahorse toilet and shower chairs. There is assorted seating including bean bags and squashy chairs, and bed sides and stair gates are available on request. Most beds are low level to comply with best practice for people with epilepsy, and all beds have pressure relief mattresses.
We comply with the Care Standards for Children’s Homes
All our facilities and equipment have been selected following the recommendations
of a Chartered Occupational Therapist.
Ground-Floor
Accommodation
The ground floor facilities are particularly suitable for groups with physical disabilities.
The ground floor is a self-contained unit with 17 beds across 7 twin rooms and 1 triple room. Several rooms have wider doors for users of larger wheelchairs. Three rooms have electric beds with fully padded sides. We also have two profile beds. Rooms 1 and 2 form a secure suite, ideal for the close supervision of children in need of constant care.
Other facilities on this floor include:​
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Fully-equipped fitted kitchen, with rise-and-fall adjustable cooking facilities for wheelchair users
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Lounge with large screen TV/DVD and games
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Sluice room with washing bed and Arjo ceiling tracking, changing bed
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Bathroom with rise-and-fall bath and Arjo ceiling tracking
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Closomat automatic toilet system
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Large, easily accessible toilets and showers
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Utility room with washer, dryer
First-Floor
Accommodation
There are 13 rooms configured into twins and triples for up to 31 people. Rooms 22 and 23 form a secure suite, ideal for the close supervision of children who may need extra care.
Facilities on the first floor include:
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Sluice room with washing bed and Arjo Minstrel hoist
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Wide range of toilets, showers and bathrooms
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Facilities are individual not communal
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All taps are fitted with temperature regulators
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Showers comply with care standards
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Lounge with large screen TV/DVD and games
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Kitchenette with kettle, fridge, microwave
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Washer and tumble dryer
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Two wheelchair accessible lifts, one at each end of the corridor
The Wingate Centre is completely flexible and will organise breaks to meet your needs. All stays and activities are subsidised per
day, per person and visits can
vary from one to seven nights.
Once booked we will send you our meal order forms and floor plans to ensure your experience at The Wingate Centre is tailored to your group's needs.
