The Gables
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
01493 667839
The Gables,
6 Marine Parade,
Gorleston,
Great Yarmouth,
Norfolk,
NR31 6DU
The Gables,
6 Marine Parade,
Gorleston,
Great Yarmouth,
Norfolk,
NR31 6DU
The Gables is a care home in Gorleston, Norfolk that offers residential care in a beautiful Victorian mansion with large rooms and a wealth of fine architectural detail such as the ornate door architraves. Large lounges allow residents to relax in comfortable surroundings with their family and friends. Tastefully decorated bedrooms, many of which are en-suite, add to our residents’ comfort, with several benefiting from sea views. Although all rooms are fully furnished, we encourage residents to bring with them items of furniture and personal possessions so that their room can be a true ‘home from home’.
The Gables and its gardens overlook the promenade at Gorleston, near to the towns of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. Whilst the Home has splendid views of the North Sea, residents are encouraged to enjoy the promenade to ‘take in the sea air’. Whether you are interested in ships, small boats or people, there is always something to watch. The grounds, a mere stones throw from the beach, include a sheltered patio, waist high flower beds and a barbecue area. The annual fete, held in the garden, is one way in which The Gables fully embraces the community spirit.
A wide range of activities are organised at the home, including:
Why did you decide to work at Healthcare Homes?
I was approached to join the company as one of the Director’s had heard about my work and successes
What role did you carry out before you came to Healthcare Homes?
Home Manager for different providers
What do you think a person needs to do to be good in your role?
Motivation, patience, sense of vision, being able to think out of the box and flexibility
What’s your favourite part of your working day and why?
Getting the chance to spend time with the residents. Being the manager, I try to see everyone each day, although sometimes difficult
What’s been your biggest professional challenge in your current role, or in your career to date?
In a previous company, managing a major refurbishment of the home and changing the ethos. When I started at the home, it was rated inadequate and I was able to change this to a good rating with CQC
What has been your biggest career highlight to date?
I started my career in care as a domestic assistant working my way up to carer then senior carer. I have been in the care setting for over 25 years and still enjoy it
What qualities do you think make you stand out?
Same as above…
What are your interests outside of work/how do you unwind?
I own four basset hounds and enjoy walking them along the beach in Gorleston. I enjoy socialising with friends.
What do you enjoy/you looking forward to most about working at this care home?
I enjoy the daily challenges of managing a care home and being able to make a difference for both residents and staff
Why did you decide to work at Healthcare Homes?
I worked in a dementia registered home which was being re-built as an 88 bed home. I did not like the set-up of it and preferred the homely feel at The Gables.
What role did you carry out before you came to Healthcare Homes?
Care Co-ordinator
What do you think a person needs to do to be good in your role?
Be open to new ways of working, embrace change. Question everything.
What’s your favourite part of your working day and why?
Time spent with the residents, knowing you have made a difference and enhanced their well-being
What’s been your biggest professional challenge in your current role, or in your career to date?
My biggest challenge was coing in to a care setting that did not understand person centred care and were very task orientated. Changing the culture took time.
What has been your biggest career highlight to date?
Winning the dementia award for the East of England in 2013
What qualities do you think make you stand out?
I believe that care comes from the heart. A good manager needs to care for all of the staff, residents and relatives and have their best interests at heart
What are your interests outside of work/how do you unwind?
I love to spend time with my three daughters, grandchildren, husband and three dogs. I also read tarot cards and enjoy reading.
What do you enjoy/you looking forward to most about working at this care home?
I enjoy working with my Mnaager; we have worked together for over 10 years. I enjoy listening to residents reminiscing about their pasts.
What role did you carry out before you came to Healthcare Homes?
Counter assistant in a supermarket in Canary Islands
What do you think a person needs to do to be good in your role?
To have commitment and attention to detail
What’s your favourite part of your working day and why?
When I visit residents in their rooms and see if they would like me to do anything; they are always so appreciative
What’s been your biggest professional challenge in your current role, or in your career to date?
Trying to achieve a good job
What qualities do you think make you stand out?
Someone who can provide leadership, inspire staff and be approachable
What are your interests outside of work/how do you unwind?
Unwind with a perfect cup of tea
What do you enjoy/you looking forward to most about working at this care home?
The people who I work with and those we do work for
Please detail any relevant education/training
My background is mainly in art and design.
Year started working at Healthcare Homes
2018
What role did you carry out before you came to Healthcare Homes
I have spent the last 20 years as a self-employed artist.
What do you think a person needs to do to be good in your role?
Compassion and happiness. Be easy to talk to. Be creative and adaptable.
What’s your favourite part of your working day and why?
The times I get to speak to our residents so I can get a better idea of their likes and dislikes.
What’s been your biggest professional challenge in your current role, or in your career to date?
Finding activities to keep everyone happy.
What has been your biggest career highlight to date?
Having individuals who do not really speak much but open up and share their life histories.
What qualities do you think make a good home manager?
A good personality who respects his/her staff. Willing to stand up for what they think is right and in the best interest of the residents.
What do you enjoy/are you looking forward to the most about working at this care home?
Art and design in all forms. Landscape gardening, music and fitness.
Getting to know the residents better and having a more dynamic routine.
Why did you decide to work at Healthcare Homes?
I had relocated to the area and was looking for a maintenance position
What role did you carry out before you came to Healthcare Homes?
Maintenance for a different care home group
What do you think a person needs to do to be good in your role?
Flexibility is key because you are always moving between jobs. Ability to problem solve and be multi-skilled
What’s been your biggest professional challenge in your current role, or in your career to date?
I have a permanent need for information and learning. I have learnt a lot in my role but always wish to learn more
What has been your biggest career highlight to date?
I enjoy projects – at The Gables I refurbished an unused bedroom and created a hair salon
What qualities do you think make you stand out?
A manager needs to be multi-skilled, approachable, professional but easy to get on with
What are your interests outside of work/how do you unwind?
Studying animal behaviour and reading about animal sciences. Keeping and breeding exotic animals. Tortoise and turtle welfare
What do you enjoy/you looking forward to most about working at this care home?
I like the variety in my job and I enjoy being around the residents
The Gables,
6 Marine Parade,
Gorleston,
Great Yarmouth,
Norfolk,
NR31 6DU
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