New Hall
Learning Disability Service
Service overview
New Hall is a large, detached property facing the community on the outskirts of a large village, Ruabon, in the Wrexham area.
All 12 rooms consist of a small double bed with ample amount of storage space and a desk area. The home has two activities rooms, two dining areas, two lounges and a separate visitor building located across from reception which has toilet facilities and is an area for meetings, family visits with a refreshment area.
The home is set on 10 acres of grounds, including woodland and an ornamental lake. The setting allows residents plenty of space, peace, and tranquillity while still allowing them excellent access to community facilities in the surrounding area.
Admission Criteria
Admission criteria
- Male only, 18+
- Primary diagnosis of a mental health condition and/or Learning Disability or other associated conditions and Complex Needs.
Philosophy of Care
We believe in care based on the principles of rehabilitation, habilitation, recovery and inclusion to empower individuals to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We do this through:
- Improving the quality of life for every individual in our care and enhancing their personal strengths.
- A commitment to a thorough CPA approach (England) or CTP approach (Wales).
- Valuing partnership working to achieve progress side by side with individuals.
- Dignity and respect.
- Fairness, equality and equity.
- Empowerment and involvement.
- Continuous quality improvement.
Facilities
- 12 bedrooms with accessible communal areas
- Spacious, modern living areas
- Internet cafe and cinema
- Almost 10 acres of land including woodland and ornamental lake
- Access to a range of community focused activities seven days a week
- Music and fitness suites
- ADL therapy kitchens
- A stimulating environment in which individuals can thrive.
The Support Delivered
The support we provide at New Hall
- New Hall is a male only service and caters for residents aged 18+ years. We provide nursing and personal care for people with a Mental Health diagnosis and/or Learning Disability or other associated diagnoses that require residential care and associated interventions as set out below.
The home with Nursing employs both Registered Mental Health Nurses (RNMH/RMH) and Registered Learning Disability Nurses (RNLD) who can offer clinical expertise for residents who require care and support with difficulties arising from mental health problemsOur support is tailored around the individual and their needs. - The team at New Hall work with individuals to maximise their strengths and abilities and develop new skills to enhance their wellbeing.
- We offer a variety of engaging outcome-focused opportunities to promote independence, growth, and progression in a variety of different areas.
- Individuals will receive high-quality, person-centred care from our dedicated, passionate, and experienced team.
We do this through:
- Progress against goals and outcomes are regularly reviewed, analysed, and refined.
- We recognise collaboration’s vital role in supporting individuals to achieve their desired outcomes – actively seeking to involve individuals, families, and commissioners wherever possible.
- Each individual has their own Person-Centred Plan, which is created prior to admission and is constantly reviewed and updated, which details an accurate representation of the individual.
- We utilise Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) which is a person-centred approach for individuals who may display behaviours that challenge. This is achieved by working with the individual and staff to develop a plan which clearly sets out guidance for staff to acknowledge the settings and the triggers of the behaviour being displayed and to manage it in the least restrictive way.
- We employ Registered Mental Health Nurses (RNMH/RMH), Registered Learning Disability Nurses (RNLD) and Registered General Nurses (RGN who can offer clinical expertise for residents who require care and support with difficulties arising from mental health problems
The Surrounding Area
Situated within walking distance of the village of Ruabon and 5 miles from Wrexham, the largest town in North Wales, New Hall benefits from all the local communities have to offer. In the heart of Ruabon there is a small supermarket, fish & chip shop, café, bakery, library, bank, post office and newsagents.
Several points of interest near New Hall are enriched with the history of North Wales, such as the famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, located on a world heritage site near Ruabon. The area has many beautiful places to walk, such as Garden Wood and Ty Mawr country park, home to an array of wildlife.
New Hall is easily accessible via main road, rail and bus networks.
Registered Manager
Linda Hull, Registered Manager
Linda started her career in the health and social care sector as a Support Worker in non-verbal learning disability. She has since gained a plethora of qualifications including a diploma in Mental Health Nursing, QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management, Autism Awareness training, Knights solicitors investigation training, MAPA/Safety Interventions Master level Instructor training and Foundations for Safer Care instructor training.
‘Since I have been at New Hall, mine and my mothers relationship has been the best it’s been in years. I can honestly say that New Hall has saved my life and now I see a light at the end of the tunnel.’
