Keychange Charity Alde House

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Keychange Charity Alde House is a residential care home in High Wycombe. We care for older people, including those living with dementia, people managing a mental health condition, people with a physical disability and people living with a visual or hearing impairment. Respite stays are also available.

As a charity, the people who live here are the reason we exist rather than a means to something else, and we try to make that visible in how the home is run. Residents make the ordinary decisions about their own lives, from when they rise to who visits and what they do with the day, and our staff arrange themselves accordingly.

For residents living with dementia we keep routines familiar and the pace gentle, and we ask families to share the history that lets us offer reassurance which means something. Where somebody has sensory or physical needs, we pay attention to the practical details that shape comfort through the whole day.

We want to be honest about where we stand. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We have taken the findings seriously and work is under way. Please ask us directly what was identified, what has changed and what remains, and we will answer without evasion.

Visitors are welcome, and we would rather you saw us on an ordinary day.

Common questions about Keychange Charity Alde House

Where is Keychange Charity Alde House located?

Keychange Charity Alde House is a residential care home in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP10 8NX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Keychange Charity Alde House provide?

Keychange Charity Alde House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Keychange Charity Alde House's CQC rating?

Keychange Charity Alde House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 20 September 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Keychange Charity Alde House provide dementia care?

Yes. Keychange Charity Alde House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Keychange Charity Alde House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Keychange Charity Alde House

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Keychange Charity Alde House

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

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

Yes. Keychange Charity Alde House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Keychange Charity Alde 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. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Keychange Charity Alde House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Keychange Charity Alde House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 20 September 2019
  • Report published: 20 September 2019

Overall: Requires Improvement

  • Safe: Requires Improvement
  • Effective: Requires Improvement
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Requires Improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the South East

Keychange Charity Alde 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 Keychange Charity Alde House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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