Springfield Nursing Home

Springfield Nursing Home is a residential and nursing care home at 26 Arthurs Hill in Shanklin, and visits are by arrangement. Hartford Care runs it from an Edwardian building with landscaped gardens and shared lounges. Residents live here, so their routines come first when an activity brings visitors in. A session is a shared activity with older neighbours.

Tots Play has advertised intergenerational sessions at the home, with younger children and residents spending time together. Parents take part alongside their child, and a limited number of public places are available through advance booking. The organiser and the care team guide the visit. Ask the organiser about the age range and what the session involves before you reserve. Your booking covers that activity and time only. Springfield is a private residential setting, so a session doesn't give you access to the building or gardens on other days.

Staff also organise music and arts and crafts around residents' interests as part of life at the home. During an arranged visit, let residents set the pace and follow the team's directions. Book family activities through the named organiser. Relatives arranging a visit, or families who want to talk about the home, can speak to Springfield's care team about their own arrangements.