September Lodge

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September Lodge is a residential care home in Truro, Cornwall (TR4 9QJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About September Lodge

September Lodge is a small residential home in Truro, Cornwall, and it is home to adults with learning disabilities and to autistic adults. We also offer respite stays, planned well in advance so that a short stay means arriving somewhere familiar rather than somewhere strange. We run this as the residents' house. People choose how their bedrooms look, they have a genuine say in the shopping and the meals, and they get involved in cooking, gardening and looking after the place as much as they want to. Support covers personal care where it is needed, medication, health appointments and money, and it covers getting out to whatever somebody is interested in, whether that is work, a course, a club, a place of worship, the beach or a regular visit to family. Where we put most of our effort is understanding each person properly. Some people here use speech, some use signs, symbols or a device, and some tell us what they need through their behaviour. We take the time to learn it, we write it down so it survives a change of shift, and we take advice from families and from health colleagues who have known somebody far longer than we have. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families and professionals are welcome to visit.

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Common questions about September Lodge

Where is September Lodge located?

September Lodge is a residential care home in Truro, Cornwall, TR4 9QJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does September Lodge provide?

September Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is September Lodge's CQC rating?

September Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 December 2017. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does September Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about September Lodge

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

No. September Lodge 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. September Lodge 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. September Lodge 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?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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

September Lodge 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 September Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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