South Haven Lodge

South Haven Lodge care home

An Overview

South Haven Lodge care home in Southampton, is a bright welcoming place, with the capacity to care for up to 45 older residents who require residential, nursing care or who are living with dementia. The interior of the home feels homely, offers three living areas, open plan dining room, and the lovely gardens provide the perfect space to relax in.

South Haven Lodge is situated in a quiet residential area in Woolston, just 0.3 of a mile from Woolston Station and 2.2 miles from the centre of Southampton. Woolston benefits from a shopping centre, supermarket, local shops, community centre, two churches, two doctors’ surgeries and buses run regularly to Southampton and surrounding areas.

Our team of carers and nurses are committed to providing excellent care, understanding you’re unique, maintaining your person-centred care plan, encouraging participation in the calendar of activities and events and delivering delicious meals.

South Haven Lodge is well-known in the community for being a warm, friendly and happy place with beautiful grounds.

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Types of care

  • Residential care

    Our residential care provides a warm and supportive environment for residents who may need extra assistance and companionship in their daily lives. Residents are surrounded by caring staff and fellow residents who become like extended family. Individuals can receive help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, all while enjoying the privacy and comfort of their own personal space.

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  • Dementia care

    We specialise in providing empathetic dementia care within our nurturing care homes. Our team understands that dementia can bring unique challenges and our approach is rooted in patience and understanding. Our care homes are carefully designed to create an environment that supports the needs of individuals living with dementia, offering familiarity and comfort.

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  • Nursing care

    We take pride in offering compassionate nursing care within our well-equipped care homes. Our goal is to provide a haven of support for individuals who require specialised medical attention in a supportive environment. Our care homes are designed to ensure that residents receive the highest quality of care while enjoying a sense of familiarity and belonging.

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  • Respite care

    We offer a supportive solution for caregivers through our respite care services, where compassion is at the centre of everything we do. We understand that caregiving can be a rewarding yet demanding journey, which is why we offer support in our nurturing care homes. Our respite care serves as a temporary haven, allowing caregivers to take a well-deserved break while their loved ones receive professional care in a warm and welcoming environment.

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Facilities

Private, secluded landscaped gardens

Our facility boasts private landscaped gardens that provide residents with a serene and tranquil environment to unwind and connect with nature. Residents have a peaceful retreat where individuals enjoy the surroundings or even partake in some gardening.

Dedicated hair and beauty salon

Enhancing the well-being of our residents, our dedicated hair and beauty salon offers professional grooming and pampering services.

Convenient location

Situated in close proximity to Woolston station and with easy access to Southampton City center, our location ensures residents remain well-connected to transportation hubs and urban amenities. This strategic positioning facilitates visits from loved ones and offers opportunities for exploration and community engagement.

Daily on-site laundry service

The convenience of a daily on-site laundry service enhances residents’ comfort and quality of life. Our facility ensures that clothing and linens are maintained with regularity” to Our facility ensures that clothing and linens are washed regularly.

Ensuite facilities

Some of our accommodations feature en suite facilities, offering residents the privacy and convenience of their own attached bathrooms. This feature enhances comfort and preserves personal space, contributing to a more homely and self-contained living experience.

Varied range of activities and entertainment

Enriching residents’ lives, our dynamic range of activities and entertainment options cater to diverse interests and preferences. From engaging in arts and crafts to enjoying live performances and interactive sessions, residents have the opportunity to remain active, socially connected, and fulfilled.

Quality care

Meet the team

Manager

Maria Wedd

The home’s caring team has created a family atmosphere.

Our experienced and dedicated team are passionate about delivering exceptional care to our residents and their loved ones. We have created something special at South Haven, to create a space where people can thrive with personalised, dedicated care and support.

As well as providing excellent professional care, our entire team are dedicated to fostering a sense of home and of belonging.

That means taking plenty of time to understand individual residents, their likes, and dislikes, and exploring all the ways we can make them happy and comfortable. It’s all about giving our residents and their loved ones the confidence that we’re providing the very best of care and delivering special resident experiences every day, making their day, every day.

South Haven Lodge Team Members

At South Haven Lodge, our dedicated team is the heart of our home. These compassionate and caring individuals provide the highest standard of care, ensuring your loved ones feel safe, comfortable, and valued every day. With kindness, respect, and understanding at the core of everything we do, our team is committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where residents truly feel at home. Meet the people who are here to support your family—just as they would their own.

  • Maria Wedd

    Home Manager

    Maria Wedd joined Aurem Care as a Home Manager in 2024, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep passion for elderly care. Her career in care began as an apprentice when she was just 17 years old. By the age of 21, Maria had already become a Registered Manager in community care, showcasing her early dedication and capability in the field.

    Six years ago, Maria transitioned into residential and nursing home management, where she discovered a true passion for the work. Her varied experience has equipped her to support individuals with a wide range of ailments and conditions, making her well-prepared to handle any situation that arises. Maria holds a Level 5 Management and Leadership qualification and a law degree, further enhancing her ability to lead and manage effectively.

    Maria loves working with the elderly, finding joy in hearing their stories and supporting them to maintain as much independence as possible in their later stages of life. She is dedicated to supporting not only the residents but also their loved ones, navigating difficult times with compassion and teamwork.

Funding

We know that funding your care home stay is the biggest worry that many of our residents have. We’ve compiled a list of many of the questions and answers in our help and advice section. You can see those here.

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Home specific information

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Statement of Purpose

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South Haven Lodge

69-73 Portsmouth Road, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9BE, UK

Fulfilling Careers In Care

If you are looking for a career in care then we would absolutely love to hear from you. You can search all of our latest vacancies in all our home here.

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Our Values

Aurem Care homes are all about people caring about people, we believe our care homes should be happy homes for loved ones.

Where older adults can forge worthwhile, meaningful relationships with our team and make new friends.

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