Pratt House

Pratt House is a residential care home in Amersham, Buckinghamshire (HP6 6LU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Pratt House

Pratt House is a residential care home in Amersham. We look after older people who have reached the point where managing alone has become hard work, and we also support younger adults who need residential care. Our aim is a house that feels like a home rather than a facility. People get up when they wake, eat food they actually like, and spend their days as they choose, in company or quietly on their own. Families are welcome whenever they want to come, and we would far rather relatives dropped in as part of ordinary life than arranged formal visits. We also offer respite stays. Sometimes a family carer needs a fortnight to rest, and sometimes someone needs support for a few weeks after illness or a spell in hospital before going home again. Either way we settle people in properly rather than treating them as temporary. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was good. It matters to us, but the question we ask ourselves more often is whether somebody looks settled and content a month after moving in, because that is the real measure. If you are looking for a home for yourself or someone close to you, please come and see us. Call in on a normal day, meet the people who live here, and ask us anything you want to know.

Care provided at Pratt House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Pratt House

Where is Pratt House located?

Pratt House is a residential care home in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6LU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Pratt House provide?

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

What is Pratt House's CQC rating?

Pratt House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 June 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Pratt House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Pratt House

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

No. Pratt House 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. Pratt House 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. Pratt House 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?

Yes. Yes. Pratt House supports younger adults as well as older people.

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 East

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

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

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