Beech
A residential home for two people made up of two en-suite apartments, with accessible communal areas, for people who have a learning disability or those with autism and complex needs
Overview
Beech has been thoughtfully developed to provide a two-bed residential home. It is made up of two distinct, apartment-styled living spaces. Beech was purposely designed to offer an environment where staff can deliver high-quality, specialist support for adults with significant complex learning disabilities and associated needs. Every element of the home has been created with care, ensuring a high standard of accommodation that meets the diverse and often intricate needs of the people it supports.
The environment at Beech is calm, safe, and fully adaptable, allowing staff to personalise the space in line with individual requirements. This flexibility ensures that residents not only feel comfortable but are also supported in a way that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
With a strong focus on person-centred care, the team at Beech delivers bespoke support packages tailored to each resident’s unique strengths, needs, and goals. The skilled and compassionate team is committed to enhancing quality of life, building trusted relationships, and empowering individuals to reach their full potential. They provide a nurturing approach where individuals are truly at the centre of their care and can live happy and fulfilling lives.
Placement Criteria
- Men and women aged 18 and over
- Primary diagnosis of a learning disability
- Individuals likely to have additional needs and/or display behaviours seen as challenging
- We are unable to accept emergency admissions
What we do
At Beech, every individual receives tailored and personalised support designed to help them develop new skills and enhance their overall well-being. The team works collaboratively with each person to explore meaningful experiences that foster growth, learning, and independence. Beech is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, working in close partnership with families and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes. A wide range of engaging, outcome-focused opportunities are offered to support each person’s progress, with a strong emphasis on building on their unique strengths and abilities to improve their quality of life.
Beech also proudly delivers the Active Offer, ensuring that services are accessible and available in the Welsh language. This not only promotes inclusivity and respects the cultural heritage of Wales, but also strengthens communication and engagement, supporting individuals in their preferred language.
How we do it
Progress and outcomes are continuously reviewed, analysed, and refined to ensure each person receives the most effective support. Beech’s approach is underpinned by evidence-based care models such as Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Person-Centred Planning (PCP), Outcome Star, and Active Support, which guide every aspect of care delivery.
Collaboration is recognised as a vital element in achieving positive outcomes, and Beech actively involves individuals, their families, and commissioners wherever possible to ensure support remains meaningful and aligned with personal goals. Health, wellbeing, and independence are promoted through structured routines, active lifestyles, and personalised care plans that reflect the unique needs and aspirations of each individual.
Residents are supported to access a full range of primary healthcare services within the community, including GP visits, dental care, opticians, and other services.
Facilities
- Two ensuite apartments
- Private garden area within extensive grounds
- Communal areas
- Access to on and off-site activities
Surrounding Area
Beech is set within 30 acres of outstanding natural beauty on the Highfield Park estate in Llandyrnog. On the park there is a spacious activity hub where individuals can choose to take part in a variety of activities, which includes sport, arts, crafts, music and other activities. Beech offers individuals the tranquillity of countryside living while being conveniently located near local amenities and areas of interest in North Wales and the North West of England.
Both regions provide access to a wide range of colleges, libraries, leisure centres, cinemas, cafés, and shopping facilities.
One key local resource is HWB Denbigh, a centre that offers educational, employment, and wellbeing opportunities. HWB Denbigh features teaching rooms, a music studio, workshop space, IT suite, teaching kitchen, and hosts a variety of activities including fitness classes. Denbigh also has a public library, small shops, and supermarkets.
Further afield, but easily accessible via Highfield House’s vehicle or public transport, are the historic market towns of Ruthin and Mold, the seaside town of Rhyl, the city of Chester, and the popular coastal resort of Llandudno, all set within the stunning North Wales countryside.
Registered Manager
Registered Manager, Michaela Vallance
Michaela brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role as Registered Manager at Beech. Having worked with MHC since 2013, Michaela has over 15 years of expertise in leading and delivering high-quality care for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, epilepsy, and mental health needs across both residential and community settings.
Michaela holds a QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management, as well as NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care. Her strong leadership skills, combined with a deep commitment to person-centred care, ensure that every individual supported at Beech receives compassionate, tailored support designed to promote independence, dignity, and well-being.
Michaela is passionate about creating environments where people can thrive and achieve positive outcomes, and she works closely with families, professionals, and her team to maintain the highest standards of care.
‘One of the best adult placements I have been to.’
Recent CIW report