Sunrise of Knowle

Sunrise of Knowle is an impressive new care residence close to this charming and historic town in the heart of central England, just a few miles from Solihull, and possessing many amenities including shops, restaurants and a historic library. The areas attractions include the Grand Union Canal with its flight of five locks and the exclusive Copt Heath Golf Club, situated close by.

The residence is convenient for the M42 motorway as well as Hampton-in-Arden on the West Coast line, with express train services to Birmingham and London, Euston. Additionally Birmingham International Airport is a short journey away by car, making visits from friends and family, no matter from how far a-field, convenient.

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News from Sunrise of Knowle

Upcoming March Events - Book Today.

Every Friday at 3.00pm. Afternoon Tea Drop In. Come along for a cup of tea a home baked cake and a chat, held on every Friday afternoon. The staff at Knowle will always offer a warm welcome upon your arrival.

Please note that interest in our upcoming Spring 2010 itinerary of events is strong and places limited. You are accordingly asked to please contact us beforehand to secure your place at our range of informative, helpful and entertaining talks and activities. We look forward to offering you a warm welcome soon.

Sunrise of Knowle Now Offering Nursing Care

What does this mean for our residents?
Sunrise of Knowle will remain the same comfortable, homelike and enjoyable place to live, but now we are extending our care services so that additional nursing will be available 24 hours a day. It means that residents and families have the reassurance of knowing that if nursing care is required later, Sunrise can provide it.

The new registration is also an acknowledgment of our competency and expertise in caring. We have been participating in rigorous training to ensure that all residents receive the best assistance and care possible. But the really good news…As a result of our new registration it means that residents assessed to receive nursing care will be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care contributions. This is an amount of £106 per week paid as a contribution towards your weekly fees.

Talk to us soon about the process to get an assessment made and we'll help to make it happen.

Battling with Concerns about Alzheimer's & Dementia?

Arm yourself with the best information.

Our programme of care draws on the best Alzheimer’s care practices from around the world and provides unparalleled levels of care with our specialised, separate neighbourhood for seniors with memory loss. Just finding out more could be a comfort to you. Call us today for your information pack or find out more about our next support and information event.

Care Quality Commission Rates Sunrise of Knowle

Our home's specialist dementia neighbourhood, Reminiscence, is rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC is the independent regulator of health and social care in England. The Good rating means the people who use this service experience good quality outcomes.

In particular the daily life, social activities and residence environment were considered to be "excellent", remarking that "residents were occupied and stimulated. Visitors were made welcome and their needs considered. Residents had choices and control over their daily lives. Meals provided are interesting, varied, provide choice and are nutritious."

To find out more on Sunrise of Knowle's latest Dementia care CQC rating, contact us today on 01564 732 400.

Sunrise Donates Award Prize to Alzheimer’s Society.

On the 2nd March an awards ceremony was conducted at Sunrise of Knowle, celebrating this prestigious residence being named as finalist for prestigious Pinder’s Healthcare Design Awards in the Best New Care Home category. The £500 initial prize was passed on to The Alzheimer’s Society at the same event.

Pinders have been organising the Healthcare Design Awards since 1999, the Awards’ aim is to promote and recognise the very best developments in all types of care-related property.

The event itself was a dignified affair with refreshments and a cheque-giving ceremony, the cheque being presented by Mr Simon Bird, Director of Pinder’s Professional & Consultancy Services Ltd and accepted by Councillor Gary Allport on behalf of the local branch of he Alzheimer’s Society.

Mr Allport made a short speech about the value of the Alzheimer’s Society to the community and he also gave notable credit to the facilities at Sunrise of Knowle which offers as a key part of its care, specialised care, support and therapy for seniors with dementia in a dedicated part of the development, known as the Reminiscence Neighbourhood.

Ms Honor Keatley, General Manager of Sunrise of Knowle commented, “We are thrilled to have been shortlisted in this way, and take great pleasure to be able to donate this sum to the Alzheimer’s Society, with whom we enjoy a fantastic relationship”.

To find our more about our lovely purpose-built residence in the heart of the Knowle community and our commitment to supporting seniors in your area, contact Sunrsie today.

"Best Retirement Development In The W. Midlands"

Having opened its doors to the Seniors of the area in 2009, Sunrise Senior Living of Knowle is one of Sunrise's latest state-of-the-art purpose built care residences.

Earlier this year, Sunrise of Knowle's attention to detail and considerate design and layout was recognised by the Daily Mail UK Residential Property Awards Panel at a glittering London awards ceremony, with the attainment of the prestigious '2009 Best Retirement Development Award' (West Midlands).

It was considered that the community was able to employ some of the latest thinking on care home design, meeting the extra needs of the elderly, including facilities for independent living, dementia care and assisted living, with special attention given to improved accessibility for the disabled and infirm.

This world-renowned mark of excellence celebrates only the highest levels of achievement and is given only to those organisations able to best demonstrate the highest standards and commitment to senior care. Now you too can see for yourself this wonderfully appointed community with its bright and spacious suites, extensive warm and relaxing reception and dining areas, and considerately designed landscaped gardens, with lovely walkways and accessible boarders.

We look forward to welcoming you to our award-winning residence soon.

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