HEALTH + WELLNESS
AWARD-WINNING CARE AT
THE MIRAMAR
THE MIRAMAR IS AN AWARD-WINNING CARE HOME THAT HAS RECENTLY WON AWARDS IN THE REGIONAL AND NATIONAL FINALS OF THE GREAT BRITISH CARE AWARDS. THEY ARE ALSO TWO-TIME FINALISTS IN THE PRESTIGIOUS LAING BUISSON AWARDS FOR MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE IN 2015 AND 2016. THE MIRAMAR IS RECOGNISED AS A CARE HOME WHICH IS SETTING THE STANDARD WITHIN KENT.
There can be nothing more important than ensuring our most vulnerable in society are cared for in a manner which is kind, compassionate and offers them a safe and trusting environment which meets all of their needs and wants. The role of the CQC is to inspect services to reassure the public that this is exactly the type of care which is being delivered. The Miramar’ s overall‘ Good’ rating is a real testament to the hard work undertaken by the staff, and shows that they are providing just that type of service to residents.
The Miramar is more than just a care home. Whilst they provide skilled Nursing and Dementia care to many residents, they also have a large housekeeping and hospitality team to ensure they are as comfortable and capable as any hotel. Located in Herne Bay with idyllic sea views, the Miramar offers industry-leading care in a warm and comfortable environment.
One of the keys to their success is that the residents have a say in how their care home is run and are able to let staff know what they want. Another defining feature is the ability for couples to be able to stay together.
Darren Humby took over as general manager of the Miramar in February of 2016 having been the care services manager for over a year. With a varied and extensive nursing career to date, Darren says:“ I once upon a time could not have imagined working in a care home let alone feeling that this is the best job I have had in my career.”
In March 2016, the Miramar was inspected by the Care Quality Commission( CQC) who undertook a thorough review of the services, looking at the quality and importantly the standard of care that the residents receive. Miramar achieved an overall‘ Good’ rating which was great news. Today, like every day, the goal is to be‘ outstanding’ in everything the Miramar does.
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Spring is the time of projects and plans.
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• Independent Day and Boarding for children from 3 to 18
• Scholarships and bursaries available
• Full unlocking of GCSE and A-level potential
• Small class sizes and exceptional pastoral care
• Extensive local minibus routes throughout Kent
• Wide-ranging sport, drama and music provision 126