Greystones

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Greystones is a residential care home in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset (BA2 4QE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Greystones

Greystones is a residential care home in Bath supporting older people. We are a residential home, so life here is domestic rather than clinical. The day is made of meals worth sitting down to, company when it is wanted and quiet when it is not, familiar routines, visitors at whatever hour suits them, and time outside as an ordinary part of the week. Help with washing, dressing, medication and moving about fits around all of that instead of setting the shape of it. Our approach begins with somebody's life so far. What the work was, who the people are, what a normal Sunday used to look like, what they have never been able to abide. Care planned from that fits the person, and it makes a considerable difference to how settled somebody becomes in the early weeks, which tends to shape everything that follows. We try hard to keep real choice in the day. People sit where they like, eat what they actually want, get up when it suits them and see visitors when it suits them. Being moved along to fit a staff routine is the thing that makes a care home feel institutional, and we work at avoiding it. Respite stays are available, which gives a family carer a properly planned break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. You are welcome to visit without an appointment, and we would rather you came on an ordinary day.

Care provided at Greystones

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Greystones

Where is Greystones located?

Greystones is a residential care home in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 4QE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Greystones provide?

Greystones is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Greystones's CQC rating?

Greystones is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 October 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Greystones offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Greystones offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Greystones

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Greystones is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Greystones is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Greystones offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Greystones is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

Greystones has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Greystones. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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