Our Home

 

St Thomas’ Priory is located in the stunning Staffordshire countryside just outside Rugeley, 9 miles south west of Stafford.

Built in 1889 the building was converted from a working Dominican Priory and is arguably one of the most beautiful care homes in the UK.

This tranquil environment is the setting where our compassionate and professional team provide the very highest levels of nursing care to all our residents 24 hours a day.

 

  • Lounges

  • Church

  • Visiting Library

  • In-house laundry

  • 2 Passenger lifts

  • Nurse Call System

  • 24 Hour Nursing Care

  • Daily Activities

  • High Quality Home

  • Cooking

  • Unrestricted visiting

  • Organised Outings

  • Hairdresser

  • Entertainment

  • Extensive Grounds

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Accommodation

With 103 beds over the 3 floors we have a full range of accommodation including Singles, Doubles, and En Suites to suit any care needs with residents able to bespoke the décor to make their rooms as homely as possible.

All our rooms afford maximum comfort and TV’s and Nurse Call Systems.

The building is centred around a stunning central courtyard where residents can enjoy the sunshine in summer and provides an ideal venue for our regular fetes, tea parties and outdoor events.  Visitors and families are encouraged and welcome to join us and their loved ones at any time.  We also of course have our own church running down one side of the home.

Food

Food is such an important part of everyday life for our residents the utmost effort is made by our team of qualified Chefs to provide a delicious and balanced rolling 4-week menu where we have 3 daily choices of main course and desserts.

As part of every residential review, we obtain a full understanding of dietary requirements and are able to cater for the full spectrum of needs from standard fare out to diabetic and allergenic etc.

Activities

Our one-on-one approach to stimulation in conjunction with group activities is aimed to provide not only a mental but also a physical sense of well-being.

This interactive and holistic approach enhances quality of life and general well-being. Our passionate team is continually providing an ever-changing calendar of events and activities, including trips to local beauty spots, visiting choirs, play groups, weekly church services and even local volunteers who bring in their own pets.

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Testimonials

  • We would like to express our gratitude for all your help, kindness and support during my mum’s time at St Thomas’ Priory. We could not have wished for her to be in a better place.

  • A very big thank you to all the staff for all of the help and kindness shown over my mum’s last 5 years. So many special friendships and love was nurtured during this time. So very many thanks to you all.

  • The team looking after my mum were professional, pleasant and made her feel safe and reassured. Having worked in nursing for all of her professional life she has extremely high standards and these were all exceeded.

  • We think Hawkesyard is a lovely place, light and airy, with plenty of space to be either on your own or with other people. Plenty of activities and appetising food and most of all cheerful, caring staff.