A life Full of Engagement
At Waterlily, we create a welcoming home where comfort, connection, and well-being come first. Our thoughtfully designed studio flats and shared spaces – including lounges, quiet rooms, well-being areas, dining spaces, and gardens – balance privacy with opportunities for community. We celebrate diversity and respect each resident’s past, present, and future. Our inclusive approach ensures everyone feels valued, supported, and at home.
Relationships are central to life here. Using the Open Dialogue approach, we listen carefully to residents’ routines, hopes, and aspirations. Together with family, friends, and staff, residents shape their own plans at a pace that feels right for them. Activities play a vital role, offering both familiar pastimes and new experiences. Through group events and individual pursuits, residents enjoy stimulation, purpose, and personal growth – always in line with their own interests and abilities. Equally, we support relaxation and well-being, ensuring that life at Waterlily is both enriching and restorative.
Strong relationships are at the heart of what we do. We encourage residents to maintain routines, engage in hobbies, and pursue meaningful interests that uphold their dignity and enhance their well-being. Daily activities play a central role in life at Waterlily, offering opportunities to enjoy familiar pastimes while exploring new experiences.
Through a range of group events and individual activities, we promote mental and physical stimulation, enhance life skills, and foster a sense of purpose and self-worth. Each resident is encouraged to participate in activities that align with their interests and abilities, ensuring a dynamic and enriching lifestyle.
For moments of peace and reflection, our tranquil spaces provide the perfect retreat. Whether for meditation, relaxation, or quiet reflection, these areas offer residents a chance to unwind and enjoy a moment of stillness.
Well-being extends beyond physical health. Our well-being rooms and outdoor spaces are designed to support mental clarity, emotional balance, and social interaction. Whether engaging in exercise, relaxation, or community activities, we provide the resources and encouragement for a fulfilling and enriched life.
Mental Healthcare
Located in Kettering, Northamptonshire, and Torquay, Devon, our Waterlily Houses offer specialised rehabilitation support for adults aged 18-65 with serious mental health needs. Our goal is to empower residents to live as independently as possible while ensuring that 24-hour support is available whenever necessary.
Our studios and apartments are designed to foster independence, equipped with micro-kitchens for personal use. Additionally, residents have access to two communal kitchens, Three dining areas, openplan lounges and recreation spaces, IT suite for learning, training, and digital connection, Art & craft rooms and Landscaped gardens with patios, courtyards and a summerhouse creating a community atmosphere while allowing privacy.
Welcome to Waterlily house
A place of recovery, support, and hope for people facing complex mental health challenges. Waterlily House provides recovery-focused Level 1 and 2 rehabilitation services, grounded in Open Dialogue and Therapeutic Community principles by combining staff expertise, community-based care, and the wrap-around support of social networks, we aim to ease the strain on staff, patients, and families while strengthening recovery outcomes.
With the help of our dedicated staff, residents receive support with daily living activities such as cooking, budgeting, medication management, washing and cleaning. We actively promote the involvement of residents in the community, encouraging participation in various activities and fostering a sense of belonging and purpose.
A unique aspect of our service is that 30% of our staff have lived experience, offering insights and empathy that enhance the quality of care and support provided. Our recovery-based rehabilitation service is tailored to meet the individual needs of each resident, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment as they work towards greater independence.
Nursing and Residential care
Our specialist high-dependency nursing homes in Derbyshire support older adults living with advanced dementia and complex mental health needs. These purpose-built homes provide care with necessary specialist equipment and resources, supporting residents with complex healthcare needs or those requiring close supervision from trained nurses and carers.
Welcome to Waterlily Place
Specialist Dementia and High Dependency Nursing Care, grounded in the Kitwood Dementia Model and supported by specialist nursing for complex conditions, we create a safe, dignified, and compassionate environment where every individual can live with comfort and purpose.
WATERLILY PLACE,
SANDIACRE
Opening in 2027, State of the art new build scheme consisting of 75 Bed service arranged in bespoke house groups with comprehensive care services for older adults (65+) with complex needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, challenging behaviour, and specialist nursing requirements.
WATERLILY PLACE,
CHESTERFIELD
Opening in 2027, State of the art new build scheme consisting of 96 Bed service arranged in bespoke house groups with comprehensive care services for older adults (65+) with complex needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, challenging behaviour, and specialist nursing requirements.
Food and Nutrition
We believe food is integral to well-being, identity, and heritage. Waterlily’s on-site chefs prepare nutritionally balanced meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. They cater to dietary needs and preferences, offering options such as cutlery-free meals and texture-modified dishes to ensure every resident enjoys inclusive and flavourful meals.
Our specialist high-dependency nursing homes in Derbyshire support older adults living with advanced dementia and complex mental health needs. These purpose-built homes provide care with necessary specialist equipment and resources, supporting residents with complex healthcare needs or those requiring close supervision from trained nurses and carers.
At Waterlily, we are committed to helping people live fulfilling lives, even with a dementia diagnosis. We provide specialised 24-hour care in dedicated units tailored to support all stages of dementia, designed to honour the lives of our residents while ensuring their safety and comfort.
Daily living & Skills
Guests are encouraged to take part in the running of the house—menu planning, cooking with our chef, gardening, community outings—building confidence and independence.
