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Summary

• This is a clinic.
• Services within the building include: Adult Community Mental Health Team:
  The Adult CMHT will provide help for adults of working age (18-64) with a Severe and Enduring mental illness or a long-term mental disorder. The service will work with Service Users to reduce distress, maintain independence and integrity of care networks, reduce symptomology, prevent relapse, promote recovery and social inclusion, and minimise the impact on functioning.
  The division includes a number of core mental health and the following services:
  Integrated community mental health teams (including Assertive Outreach)
  Psychology (Step 4)
  Community Forensic
  steps2change Lincolnshire (IAPT)
  Recovery College
  Community perinatal service
  Veterans service
  Section 75 agreement services: social care assessment and service provision; Managed Care Network (commissioned third sector mental health support); Approved Mental Health Professional services; Best Interest Assessor services
  Employment support service
  Early Intervention Psychosis. Hub based in Lincoln. Provision countywide
  Psychiatric Outpatients.
• Services within the building include: Learning Disabilities Community Hub, South West Grantham:
  The service provides:
  Behaviour of concern Pathway: assessment, clinical formulation, evidence based intervention and review all within a Positive Behavioural Support framework.
  Mental Health Pathway: Mental health assessment, clinical formulation, evidence based intervention and review working in partnership with mainstream Mental Health service. This includes Specialist LD Liaison to enable people with a learning disability and/ or autism to meaningfully access and engage in mainstream mental health services.
  Physical Health Pathways: Specialist Learning Disability acute and community physical health liaison to enable people to access the full range of physical health services. Ensure that physical health is embedded within all the LD pathways. Specialist learning disability provision for physical health care interventions in relation to Postural Care and Dysphagia.
  An autism diagnostic pathway.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The Beacon Lane site is located to the east of Grantham town centre, off the A52.
    From the A1 take the A607 towards Grantham. Follow the A607 into Grantham town centre. At the One Way system follow the signs for towards Boston, and Stamford on the A52(E).
    Follow the signs for Long Stay parking onto St Catherine's Road. Turn left onto Sandon Road and right onto Beacon Lane. Ashley House is located on the right.
    From the east take the A52 to Grantham. Turn right onto Harrowby Road and continue onto Sandon Road and right onto Beacon Lane. Ashley House is located on the right.
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  • There is limited parking at the Beacon Lane site, including Blue Badge parking bays.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is Kesteven & Grantham School which is 86m from the Beacon Lane site. Kesteven & Grantham School bus stop is served by buses number 9 and S156S. For directions please see the Google maps link.
• By Train View
  • The nearest station is Grantham, 0.7 miles from the Beacon Lane site. There are no direct public transport links from Grantham station to the Beacon Lane site. For directions please see the Google maps link. Local taxis are available from the station.
• Useful Links View
  • Bus timetables and travel information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Google maps directions from Kesteven & Grantham School to the Beacon Lane site.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Train timetables and ticket information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Google maps directions from Grantham station to the Beacon Lane site.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request, different languages on request and audio on request.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow to use around the building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) available.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Home visits services are available.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 358cm x 605cm (11ft 9in x 19ft 10in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are dropped kerbs.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 123cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• Comments View
  • The second set of doors are automatic bifold doors.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left as you enter the building.
  • The reception point is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the Main Entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is low (76cm or lower).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 04/03/2020.
  • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a television.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is available.
  • There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the ground floor.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails are provided in some corridors.
  • Seating is not provided in corridors.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage and Wayfinding View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • The wayfinding signage does not include pictograms.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • There are fixed loops in the meeting rooms.
  • Staff are not trained to use the system.
  • Some of the hearing assistance systems were tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 04/03/2020.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.

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Conference / Meeting Facilities (Meeting Rooms)

• Conference/meeting facilities are available.
• The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor of the building.
• There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 04/03/2020.
• The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The lighting levels in the room(s) are good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is not adjustable.
• A hoist is not available.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Therapy Rooms)

• There is / are 14 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Therapy Room 9.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• The type of flooring is carpet.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are no chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • The first floor is staff offices only and is not accessed by patients.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left hand side of the building.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are not clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the Main Entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• 116cm.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is fair.
• The clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 140cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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• Comments View
  • The first floor is staff offices only and is not accessed by patients.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Left Side Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the front right of the reception waiting area as you enter the building.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Main Entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 136cm x 254cm (4ft 6in x 8ft 4in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet does not have a backrest or a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is push.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 92cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 119cm (3ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 91cm.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is also used as the shared standard toilet.