The house itself (Glades) requires stamina and a can-do attitude because the residents have such high dependency needs, and the staff remain so positive and driven despite being physically exhausted at times. I have so much respect for each and every one of them, I’ve worked on many nursing houses throughout my career and can honestly hand on heart say I’ve never worked on one that provides the level of care that the team on Glades do, you are all super heroes in my eyes, absolutely amazing human beings. The residents are so lucky to live on such a lovely house and be looked after with such expertise – that’s why I’ve decided to stay, despite my placement ending! Staff Member Many thanks to everyone at Vida Grange for looking after my relative so well, and especially at Easter, when I know you must all have your own family commitments. I’ve visited in Regent three times now and Marie has seemed so settled, taking it all in her stride and hardly commenting on the surroundings, PPE etc. It’s been a real pleasure to have her company on these visits and to see her so relaxed and un-agitated, and talking happily to both me and the carers who staff Regent and those who bring her down from Waterside. I know she won’t always be like this on every visit, but when she is, it’s a gift. It’s due to the staff on Waterside in particular that so much of the anxiety and stress is taken out of both Marie’s situation and my own – they truly are the best of humanity, and I don’t know where you find them, but hang onto them, they’re gold dust. I know that’s because she’s cared for, loved, not treated or spoken to as somebody with reduced mental capacity, and is valued for who she is, and I couldn’t wish for her to be better looked after. I won’t ever be able to thank you all enough. Happy Easter, JG. Family Member
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