Allison House Residential Home

Allison House Residential Home is a residential care home in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire (SG19 1NE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Allison House Residential Home

Allison House Residential Home is in Sandy, and we provide residential care for older people, for adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults, and for people living with dementia or with a physical disability. Respite stays are available as well. Supporting such a range of people works only if we treat everyone as an individual rather than as a category. Some residents want a full day of company and occupation. Others prefer their own room, the radio and a visit from family. We ask, we listen, and we change our approach when what we are doing is not working. Practical things matter. The house is arranged so that people with reduced mobility can move around it independently, and we have equipment and trained staff for those who need help transferring or with personal care. For autistic residents we think carefully about noise, light and routine, and we give plenty of notice before anything changes. Our staff tend to stay with us for a long time, which we think is the single biggest reason families trust us. People are cared for by staff who know them, not by a rota of strangers. We work with local GPs, district nurses and community therapy teams so that health needs do not go unnoticed. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are looking at homes in Central Bedfordshire, please come and have a look at ours.

Care provided at Allison House Residential Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Allison House Residential Home

Where is Allison House Residential Home located?

Allison House Residential Home is a residential care home in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, SG19 1NE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Allison House Residential Home provide?

Allison House Residential Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Allison House Residential Home's CQC rating?

Allison House Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 June 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Allison House Residential Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Allison House Residential Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Allison House Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Allison House Residential Home

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

Yes. Allison House Residential Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Allison House Residential 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.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Allison House Residential Home 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. Allison House Residential Home 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 East

Allison House Residential 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.

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

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