We proudly offer our residents a quiet safe space in our beautiful, purpose-built library. Our tranquil library is the ideal location to relax and read a favourite book or get lost in a new one. We encourage all residents to make the most of the space and enjoy the benefits it brings.
Reading aloud or in a group helps individuals to engage their imaginations while also providing topics of conversation for fellow residents and even family members to join in on.
We appreciate and understand the power that reading can have, particularly reading in groups, in aiding residents to feel happier and more content, especially residents with Dementia. We invite friends and loved ones of our residents to visit us here at The Porterbrook Care Home, and enjoy reading together. Grandchildren and younger visitors are also most welcome to join us and read with or to their relatives. Our library is more than just a room filled with books, it’s a place where residents can socialise, invite friends and loved ones to join them, participate in conversations, combat loneliness, and so much more.
Reading a good book is great for mental and cognitive stimulation to help keep the brain active and engaged. Our library, which includes popular classics such as Jane Austin as well as more modern literature, aims to provide something for everyone; a well-written book can transport individuals to other realms and stimulate the imagination. Whatever genre our residents enjoy, we are confident that there will be something on the shelves to grab their attention; from crime and mystery, biographies, drama, poetry and travel books we’re confident that residents will find something that ignites their imagination.
The Porterbrook Care Home has been designed with our residents in mind, prioritising optimal comfort, contentment, and a sense of home. We strongly believe that residents should have the freedom to shape their lives, and we are committed to supporting them in doing so.
Residents can delve into a rich assortment of books at our library, encompassing everything from timeless classics to more recent releases. Residents can also enjoy perusing an extensive selection of newspapers and magazines, with the opportunity to get a subscription to their favourites. Please note this may incur an additional cost.
We are committed to providing an up-to-date collection meaning that we frequently introduce new reading materials to our library. Moreover, we are fortunate to receive generous donations from residents, families, and local organisations.
Our library has been carefully designed to provide our residents with a place of serenity and comfort, for them to sit back and enjoy some time to themselves. Our collection of books, comfy armchairs, and soft furnishings provide a relaxing and soothing reading environment.
At The Porterbrook Care Home in Sheffield, residents and loved ones can rest assured that our team is committed to providing expert advice and support every step of the way. It is a priority to us that we always provide a homelike environment, as well as first-class care, support, and facilities.
The Porterbrook Care Home
63 Tapton Crescent Road
Crosspool
Sheffield
S10 5DB