Aashna House Residential Care Home
 

Life at Aashna House

The team are passionate about supporting residents to have a very active role to play in how their home is run. Our 100-year-old resident ambassador speaks so many languages, and before each festival, delivers a reading about its significance. She translates this into several languages, including Gujarati, for residents and visitors to our care home in London. 

The staff also speak several Asian and Indian languages, as well as English, making our care home in London a place where diversity is respected and celebrated.

The team support the residents to worship when they wish to, either in their bedrooms or the home’s Hindu temple or multifaith prayer room. And of course, they are supported to visit local mosques and temples.

Aashna House’s devoted home manager

Smita has been with Aashna House Residential Care Home - Sanctuary Care’s care home for residents with an Asian lifestyle in London, for 20 years.

And several of the team have been with the home for over 10 years. This gives Aashna House such a warm, family feel.

Smita and her team are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents. A big part of this is championing them to be directly involved in how the home is run and decisions that are made. The Resident Ambassadors chair regular residents’ and relatives’ meetings, where they provide valuable feedback on everything from the menu and activities, to the laundry. The minutes are translated into different languages.

What is the food like?

The home-cooked food at Aashna House is truly delicious. The chefs prepare meat and meat free dishes in separate kitchens, respecting the residents’ religious wishes.

From home-made curries, daal and bean dishes, home-made chapati and rice dishes, to Indian savouries and sweets, the food is outstanding. There are even home-made juices with lemon, mint, herbs, honey and cumin seeds.

Chef Manager Bhanu recently competed in Sanctuary Care’s Masterchef 2023, so watch this space! Every day, Bhanu spends time with the residents, checking they are happy with the cuisine and if they would like any changes.

What are the gardens like at our care home in Streatham Vale?

The enclosed gardens are stunning. They are a calm and tranquil space to relax with loved ones, who are welcome to visit at any time.

Last year, the home won a competition run by Sanctuary Care, which challenged staff and residents to design a dream garden. Their prize was money to turn this into a reality. Each of the residents chose their own plants and flowers, making the gardens look even more beautiful. They are a relaxing haven, in the heart of South London.

What are activities like at Aashna House?

Many of the residents love gardening, so staff help them to grow their own flowers, fruit, herbs and vegetables.

There are regular gentle exercise sessions, as well as cookery, arts and crafts, live music and folk dancing. 

Religious festivals have a huge part to play in life at our care home in South London. Whether celebrating Diwali, Eid, Baishakhi or Navratri, or enjoying folk dances with traditional costumes, there’s always something going on! The residents and team create a home where diversity is truly celebrated.

These celebrations are especially therapeutic for our residents living with dementia. They reflect traditions they have celebrated all their lives, giving them a sense of belonging and continuity.

What is the accommodation like?

Residents have extremely spacious bedrooms, with en-suite showers and kitchenettes. The home is split into five areas, each with its own dining room, which feel like small family communities.

And there is a large communal lounge, which opens out onto the stunning gardens, with raised planters and wheelchair friendly pathways.

Pricing Information for Aashna House

It is usual for residents in care homes to contribute to the cost of their own care. Some people have the resources to pay for this in full, whilst others make means-tested contributions.

Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2024 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1,178 but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.

*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.

For more information about life at Aashna House, or our other care homes in London, please fill out our online webform below or speak to our Enquiry Support Team on 0208 712 9976.