Melrose House Rest Home began life as a hotel. In 1984 it was converted into a residential home for the elderly, making every effort to retain its Edwardian character, notwithstanding the stringent requirements necessary to satisfy the Registration Authority. All parts of the property used by the residents are easily accessible. There are no split-levels or steps to negotiate and all floors are served by a full-sized, eight-person, automatic passenger lift. An attractive garden and patio faces south and has been landscaped for the special use of all residents.

Every effort is made to make a happy and homely atmosphere. We encourage each resident, regardless of age or infirmity, to lead an active and fruitful life as far as possible.

It is important that those who find themselves struggling in such circumstances should be aware that a choice is available for carrying on a fruitful life in a residential care home for the elderly. Where the majority of these problems are dispelled with around-the-clock support, care, comfort, and company to hand. At Melrose House Rest Home many of our present residents have had to make the difficult decision of giving up their home. An important material loss and central to their lives, but they have been pleasantly surprised with the ease with which they have adapted to their new way of life. They have retained their personal freedoms. They come and go as they wish and have the independence to make choices. Often they also discover a new found freedom from personal worry. A dignified choice.

Relatives, friends and especially those with children and 'friendly' pets, are always welcome and encouraged to visit as often as possible to enhance the well-being of residents. Because we are able to relieve the ordinary problems visitors quickly come to value the improved circumstances of their loved ones and enjoy the extra bonus they bring with themselves.

This website presents an outline of Melrose House Rest Home and aims to provide answers to the many questions experience has shown we are often asked. Enquiries, even those for some further information, are always welcome and an invitation is extended to view the home at any convenient time.

Lyn Roffey, Assistant Manager
Mr M Rashid, Proprietors
Sonia Leggett, Manageress

	By car: Approach from the A13 London Road or the A127 using the map below. Alternatively - find the Cliffs Pavilion theatre which is clearly sign-posted as a venue for entertainment and music. From here follow the one-way system up the hill to Cambridge Road, which runs alongside the Fenchurch Street railway line. Take the fourth turning to the right into Wilson Road, just before a mini-roundabout. Then turn left into Alexandra Road. We are two-thirds of the way down this road and on the right. In any case - strangers beware of Southend-on-Sea's one-way system!
	By Train: The exits of both Southend Victoria (¾ mile distant) and Southend Central (¼ mile distant) stations are close to the High Street. We are at the Royals Shopping Centre or Pier Hill end of the High Street and ¼ of a mile to the West. Alexandra Street can be found easily and by Alexandra Municipal Bowling Green this street's name changes to Alexandra Road. Nearby, and passing by Prittlewell Square Gardens, we are on the left-hand or southern side of Alexandra Road.
	By Bus: Southend Central bus station is by the Royals Shopping centre and the east of the High Street, which is very close by. From the High Street follow the above instructions for finding us by train.

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