The Malthouse Care Home

The Malthouse Care Home is a residential care home in Gillingham, Dorset (SP8 4EW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About The Malthouse Care Home

We are The Malthouse, a residential care home in Gillingham caring for older people. What we offer is residential care done properly rather than anything more elaborate. Help with washing, dressing and moving about safely. Support with medication. Meals worth sitting down to. Warm rooms, and company for those who want it. We are not a nursing home and we are clear with families about that, because the worst outcome for anybody is moving somewhere that cannot meet their needs. The home is run around the people living in it. Nobody is woken to suit a rota. Breakfast happens when somebody comes down rather than at a fixed hour. Some residents like the lounge and the conversation that fills it, others would rather keep to their own room and their own quiet, and neither choice needs defending. Our staff stay long enough to know people properly, which is how you notice that somebody is quieter than usual or off their food before it becomes something serious. We keep families in the picture and would far rather make an early call about a small worry. Visitors are welcome whenever suits them. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places, which helps family carers needing a break and people building their strength back after hospital. Our most recent CQC overall rating is good. Please contact us if you would like to look round.

Care provided at The Malthouse Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Malthouse Care Home

Where is The Malthouse Care Home located?

The Malthouse Care Home is a residential care home in Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4EW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Malthouse Care Home provide?

The Malthouse Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Malthouse Care Home's CQC rating?

The Malthouse 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 26 October 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Malthouse Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Malthouse Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about The Malthouse Care Home

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

No. The Malthouse Care Home 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. The Malthouse 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.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. The Malthouse Care 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. The Malthouse Care 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 South West

The Malthouse Care Home 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 The Malthouse Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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