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Residential Care Home in Swindon

Ridgeway Rise is a luxury purpose-built residential care home in Swindon, offering exceptional levels of care for older people. Our care services include Residential Care, Dementia Care, Respite Care, Nursing Care and Palliative Care, which are provided by our experienced team at all times of the day and night. With 73 beautifully designed en-suite rooms and an extensive range of amenities, we provide a comfortable and safe environment that residents can call home.

At Ridgeway Rise Care Home, our dedicated team ensures that our residents feel happy and fulfilled. We offer many opportunities for each resident to make the most out of each day, making use of our fantastic facilities, holding activity sessions and organising trips into the local community. We are proud to offer a variety of comprehensive services at our Swindon care home to meet all our residents’ needs.

What To Expect From Residential Care Homes in Swindon

Our care home in Swindon has been designed with generous space, natural light and ease of movement in mind. Residents enjoy stylish en suite bedrooms, many with views across our landscaped gardens or the open green spaces further afield, with space for personal furniture, photographs and keepsakes so each room feels individual. We also have communal lounges, quiet snug areas and bright dining rooms, which give residents choice over how and where they spend their time.

We place strong emphasis on enjoying a meaningful lifestyle as well as exceptional care. Residents can enjoy freshly prepared meals in our dining spaces, an on-site hair and beauty salon, activity rooms for crafts and gentle exercise and safe outdoor areas with level pathways and seating. The location of our care home in Swindon keeps residents close to important amenities, with facilities such as North Swindon Practice GP, Abbey Meads Dental Practice, Boots Pharmacy, Outside Clinic and Hands on Foot Care, all within a 10-minute drive of our home.

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A Holistic Approach to Care at Ridgeway Rise Care Home

We understand that finding the right care home in Swindon can be difficult, which is why we encourage prospective residents and their loved ones to book a tour and meet our care experts first-hand before deciding to move in. Our home manager and team will provide guidance and create a personalised care plan that outlines all aspects of residents’ care requirements and preferences to ensure we can meet their every need.

The team here at Ridgeway Rise receive regular training to ensure they stay up to date with the latest care practices and provide the highest levels of support to our residents. Everyday interactions, from a friendly greeting in the corridor to unhurried support with daily tasks, reflect our commitment to providing consistent, respectful care for every resident.

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Residential Care in Swindon

Residential care at Ridgeway Rise is ideal for individuals who no longer feel fully confident living alone but still wish to maintain as much independence as possible. Residents receive support with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, medication and moving safely around the home, while continuing to make their own choices about how they spend each day. The focus is on reducing worry, not removing independence.

Life in our residential care home in Swindon is shaped around familiar routines and personal preferences. Some residents enjoy sociable mornings in the lounge and shared mealtimes, while others prefer quieter afternoons reading, listening to music or spending time in the garden.

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Nursing Care in Swindon

Our nursing home in Swindon supports residents with more complex health needs or ongoing conditions that require clinical oversight. We have qualified nurses on site day and night, monitoring health, overseeing treatments and coordinating with local GPs and hospital teams to ensure residents feel at home and enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

Our nursing care is delivered with close attention to each resident’s changing needs. Our nurses focus on practical support and comfort, encompassing pain management, mobility, nutrition, rest and emotional well-being. We also offer 1:1 activities to our residents who are living with complex health needs, to ensure they can continue doing the things they love most.

 

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Dementia Care in Swindon

Dementia care at Ridgeway Rise is shaped around understanding and respect for each resident’s story. Our environment is arranged with clear routes, recognisable seating areas and supportive lighting, helping residents feel more secure when moving around.

Our team takes time to learn about residents’ backgrounds, interests and routines, from much-loved music and hobbies to their favourite foods. This insight informs the way we support residents living with dementia, whether through reminiscence sessions, sensory activities, quiet time in the garden or simple tasks that provide purpose. Residential care homes in Swindon focus on easing anxiety, maintaining identity and creating small moments of connection that make a day feel more settled.

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Respite Care in Swindon

Our respite care in Swindon offers flexible short stays for residents who need extra support for a limited time. Some residents come to us after a stay in the hospital to rebuild strength and confidence before returning to their typical routine. Others join us when a family carer needs a planned break, so they can rest knowing that their loved one will be in a safe, supportive environment.

During respite care, residents have their own comfortable bedroom and full access to the life of our Swindon care home. They can enjoy home-cooked meals, take part in activities, spend time in communal lounges or relax in the garden, with support adjusted to their needs. Our respite care can help residents regain confidence in daily tasks and also give families a clearer sense of how longer-term support might feel in future.

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What is Daily Life Like at Ridgeway Rise?

 By combining the highest quality of care with a variety of enriching activities, we are able to enhance our residents’ well-being and sense of routine and ensure that our residents’ individual needs are met. We encourage our residents to try new things as well as continue with their favourite hobbies, meet new people, both older and younger, and make use of all of the amenities our Swindon care home has to offer. We operate as one big family here at our care home in Swindon, whether you are a resident, a member of our team, or simply visiting for the day. We understand that a great family makes a house a home; we facilitate residents so they are able to retain connections to their loved ones and enjoy the community and companionship of fellow residents and staff.

How To Find Us

Our care home in Swindon is located on Richardson Road, SN25 4DS and can be easily reached using various transport options.

The number 4, 16, or 51 bus lines run directly from Swindon Bus Station to Salzglitter Drive, which is just a short four-minute walk from our home. The journey typically takes around 30 minutes with frequent departures throughout the day, making public transport both convenient and cost-effective.

If travelling from Bath, visitors can take a direct train from Bath Spa to Swindon station, with journey times averaging 30 minutes. Upon arriving at Swindon, you would use the same route as above to reach us in about 65 minutes total.

For those coming from Oxford, we would recommend taking the Great Western Railway to Swindon, with a change at Didcot Parkway. After reaching the city centre, again the local buses offer the best route to our care home. The combined train and bus journey from Oxford typically takes 85 minutes in total.

Contact Us

Ridgeway Rise Care Home
40 Richardson Road
Blunsdon St Andrew
Swindon
SN25 4DS

01793987730info@ridgewayrise.comBook a TourDownload a Brochure

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