The Ivy House Day Centre Ltd

General information

The Ivy House - dementia specialists in Eastbourne who provide care during the day. With the right sort of specialist care people can stay living independently in their homes for longer & of course the respite on a daily or weekly basis provide primary carers with a break. What is so unique at Ivy is there is no formal routine in the house & is carefully arranged to resemble and feel like a family home. People take part in cooking & preparation of meals they are helped to paint, sing and dance, & to go for walks. Some enjoy darts & pool, take part in woodwork or pottery whilst others help maintain the garden. Alongside these more formal activities the team engage people in conversation, play simple games with them and focus closely on helping the people to come to Ivy House to retain their existing skills. All this happens within the boundaries of a care plan specifically developed to the needs & desires of the individual. At Ivy House the team recognise that everyone’s condition is different as is their character and personality, the nature of their lives and experiences. It makes for a unique vibrant space.