Treatment resumes at St Michael’s Lodge therapy centre
12 May 2021
We’re pleased to announce that St Michael’s Lodge, the holistic treatment centre in the heart of the Ribble Valley, Lancashire will be operating a phased re-opening from 1st June.
The therapy centre closed its doors last year in response to the Covid-19 outbreak but will be resuming treatment for members of West Midlands Police Benevolent Fund next month.
St Michael’s Lodge offers outstanding breaks for both mental and physical well-being and since its £2.5million extension, back in 2017, the Lancashire based centre has unveiled a whole range of holistic treatments.
Treatment that’s tailormade
The Lodge offers a four-night residential treatment programme for Ben Fund members (in any 12-month period) as part of their £2.00 monthly subscription.
Chairman, John Williams explains, “The idea of the lodge is to provide our members with a bespoke care package, that’s tailormade to offer the best level of support. Policing can be an uncertain job with challenges along the way. Illness or injury may present itself at any time therefore, having access to this facility, alone should convince serving officers of the benefit of being a member of the Benevolent Fund.”
Intensive residential physiotherapy
St Michael’s offers intensive residential physiotherapy where members can benefit from a varied exercise class timetable, supported by use of the state-of-the-art gym and swimming pool/hydrotherapy pool.
An experienced team of physiotherapists are on hand to provide specialist care to patients affected by injury, illness or disability. Bespoke treatment programmes and interventions are supplemented with alternative therapy to enhance treatment and aid recovery.
The Physio team hold Pilates sessions in the work-out area and run Ai Chi strengthening and relaxation sessions in the hydrotherapy pool, which they also use for physio sessions on patients with more serious injuries.
Comprehensive wellbeing programme now available
St Michael’s now offers a wellbeing programme which includes Ai Chi, Stretch, Mindfullness sessions, massage and various holistic treatments to promote positive mood, lower anxiety and combat stress.
Facilities are designed with wellbeing and recovery at the forefront
The Lodge has 30 en-suite bedrooms complete with TV, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer and two of the rooms are accessible for guests with disabilities.
The sun-drenched orangery is a wonderful spot to unwind with comfortable leather sofas, huge TV screen and free internet access as well as a refreshments area. The views from here are simply breath taking, overlooking the rolling countryside and stunning Ribble Valley.
There is a fully equipped gym for guests to improve their cardiovascular fitness and physical strength. Relaxation is promoted outside where guests can enjoy the landscaped garden, complete with patio area, water feature and hot tub.
How to book your stay
From 1 June, all West Midlands Police Benevolent Fund members can apply to stay at the convalescence and rehabilitation centre in the usual way. Visit our website for more details.
Your application, however must be supported by medical evidence from a medical practitioner.
We would like to reassure visitors that the treatment facility will be operating under strict Covid rules and these will be communicated to members at the time of booking.
