Orchard House Residential Care Home
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- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Respite Care
- CQC: Good
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About Us
Orchard House Residential Care Home sits in Sawston, and we care for older people who need support with daily life, including those living with dementia. We also offer respite stays, either as a planned break for a family carer or as a period of recovery after a spell in hospital.
Ours is a residential home, and the aim is that it feels like a home rather than a facility. People bring their own furniture and pictures where there is room for them, choose when to get up and how to spend the day, and eat food cooked here at hours that suit them. Our staff help with washing, dressing, mobility and medication in a way that protects dignity, and there are staff available through the night. Health needs are managed with the local general practice, district nurses and therapists so that things are picked up early.
For residents living with dementia we work with routine, familiarity and patience. We take our lead from the person, use what we know of their history to make sense of what they need, and accept that some days ask more of everyone. What we do not do is hurry somebody through a moment they are finding difficult.
Village life, the garden and visitors coming and going all matter here. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good, and we would be pleased to show you round.
Common questions about Orchard House Residential Care Home
Where is Orchard House Residential Care Home located?
Orchard House Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Sawston, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3HJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Orchard House Residential Care Home provide?
Orchard House Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Orchard House Residential Care Home's CQC rating?
Orchard House Residential Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 12 January 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Orchard House Residential Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Orchard House Residential Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Orchard House Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Orchard House Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Contact Orchard House Residential Care Home
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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.
- 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 Orchard House Residential Care Home
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. Orchard House Residential Care Home 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. Orchard House Residential Care Home 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. Orchard House Residential Care Home 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. Orchard House Residential Care Home 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: 12 January 2018
- Report published: 12 January 2018
Overall: Good
- Safe: Good
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.
Typical weekly fees in the East
Orchard House Residential Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Orchard House Residential Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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