The Conifers

The Conifers is a residential care home in Basingstoke, Hampshire (RG22 5LR). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.

About The Conifers

The Conifers is a small residential home in Basingstoke supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. Keeping the house small is deliberate, because it means everybody knows each other properly, the atmosphere stays calm, and staff notice quickly when somebody is not themselves. This is a home rather than a setting. People choose how their own room looks, join in with the shopping and cooking if they want to, and have a genuine say in how the household runs. Routines are built around the individual, including the ones that need to stay exactly the same from one day to the next, because predictability is often what allows a person to relax enough to try something new. Support is agreed with each person using whatever way of communicating already works for them, whether speech, signing, pictures or something particular to them, and we take the trouble to learn it properly rather than guessing. Being understood is the foundation of everything else we do. Getting out is part of ordinary life here, whether that means an activity during the week, work, seeing family or a trip that has become a fixture. Respite stays are available too. Our most recent rating from the Care Quality Commission is outstanding, though what we would rather you judged us on is how the house feels when you walk into it. Please come and see.

Care provided at The Conifers

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Conifers

Where is The Conifers located?

The Conifers is a residential care home in Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 5LR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Conifers provide?

The Conifers 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 The Conifers's CQC rating?

The Conifers is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 15 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Conifers offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about The Conifers

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

No. The Conifers 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 Conifers 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 Conifers 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 East

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

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